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Learn in Ecovillages, Farms & Permaculture Projects

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Places to do a cultural exchange in South America

1469 opportunities found

Hostel rurrenabaque, Bolivia

Ayúdanos en desayunos!

24h/week Cleaning Kitchen Hand Cooking
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Homestay Villa Llanquín, Argentina

Comparte tu saber en ciencias con niños

30h/week Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
From 30 days to 8 weeks Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Hostel La Paz, Bolivia

¡Sé la sonrisa que da la bienvenida! Únete a nuestro equipo! 🛎️

32h/week Cleaning Reception Bartending
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval
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Volunteering at a dog shelter in Peru 🐶
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Holistic Center Pisac, Peru

Events and Guest Experience Host in Andean Holistic Community🌈

20h/week Party Promoter Tour Guide Cleaning Reception
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Eco Lodge camarones, Argentina

Grow food and enjoy a true Paradise in Patagonia.

30h/week Kitchen Hand Animal Care Building & Repairing Farming
From 25 days to 2 months Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Hostel Valparaíso, Chile

Hostel ubicado en el Cerro Alegre Valparaiso

20h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
At least 3 weeks Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Social Project Guarapari, Brazil

Nos ajude a cuidar de um Hostel/Casa Cultural em Guarapari!

30h/week Painting & Decorating Cleaning Housekeeping Building & Repairing
From 3 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel Santa Marta, Colombia

🌍 Vive la experiencia hostal: recibe y conecta 💫

24h/week Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • Higher approval

Holistic Center Delfim Moreira, Brazil

Programa de Voluntariado – Comunicação e Conteúdo Criativo

30h/week Content Writer Social Media Video Making Photography
From 1 to 1 week Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • High demand

Hostel Valparaíso, Chile

Te invitamos al nuestro hostal en Valparaíso

15h/week Cleaning Housekeeping
At least 9 days Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Holistic Center Delfim Moreira, Brazil

Viva a experiência do campo em um antigo mosteiro em minas gerais

20h/week Kitchen Hand Animal Care Farming Gardening
At least 1 week Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • High demand

Holistic Center Delfim Moreira, Brazil

Voluntariado na Cozinha: Ajude a Preparar Refeições

30h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand
From 1 to 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • High demand

Other Valdivia, Chile

🌟 ¡Únete a nuestro equipo! Buscamos Voluntarios 🌿🏡

25h/week Farming Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing Gardening
At least 1 week Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0

Private School Porto Seguro, Brazil

Casa rústica com alma musical pertinho da praia 🎶🌊

20h/week Pet Sitting Cleaning Kitchen Hand Gardening
From 2 to 5 days Shared Dorm

Hotel Bahía Solano, Colombia

Assistant concierage/ Whale Watching Guide

30h/week Teaching Languages Social Work
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0

Ecological Reserve São Miguel Arcanjo, Brazil

Jardinagem e pintura / intercâmbio de idiomas

20h/week Social Work Teaching Languages
At least 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project

How many countries are there in South America?

South America includes 12 sovereign states: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela, and a part of France (French Guiana). Most countries speak their specific dialects of Spanish, but Portuguese is the majority language by a small margin due to the fact that Brazil is the largest country in the continent. South America is home to more plant and animal species than anywhere on Earth. 

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What are the best places to see animals in South America?

There are many places to observe animals in natural habitat. Just be careful with places that exploit animals instead of helping them. Please, always research before visiting. An example of a trustworthy place to see wildlife in South America is the Bird Park at the Iguazu Falls National Reserve. In Peru, you can feel the spirits of the Andes at Parque Nacional Manu. In Argentina, Unesco World Heritage site Península Valdés is home to sea lions, seals, penguins and numerous seabirds, being one of South America’s best wildlife reserves. 

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How can I use Worldpackers to visit South America?

South America is the place for a classic backpacker adventure. You can use Worldpackers to save some money by exchanging work for accommodation in Sao Paulo, Lima, Buenos Aires and a lot of other places included in our host list. From big cities to beaches and countrysides, we’ve got you covered! You can explore South America by applying to the positions that match your skills, once you become a Worldpackers member for only $49 a year. Maybe come visit Worldpackers headquarters in Sao Paulo! 

How Worldpackers works: the complete guideTime to prepare for your trip as a worldpacker!

How do Worldpackers trips work?

As a member, you can contact as many hosts and travel safely as many times as you want.

Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

After volunteering, you and your host exchange reviews.

With positive reviews, you’ll stand out to hosts and get even more benefits.

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