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Work exchange opportunities in Mexico

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Surf Camp Bahía de Banderas, Mexico

Support surf lessons and bring your passion for the ocean to life!

20h/week Teaching Sports
At least 4 weeks Tent
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Hostel San José del Cabo, Mexico

Catch the Baja Vibes! Volunteer at Our New Hostel in San José del Cabo 😎☀️

24h/week Party Promoter Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
At least 4 weeks Tent 1 meal

Hostel BRISAS DE ZICATELA, Mexico

Join our creative team in our hostel in La Punta Zicatela, Mexico

25h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Administration Reception
From 4 to 11 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
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Hostel Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Volunteer at Boutique Hostel — Reception, & Common Areas

25h/week Cleaning Reception
From 2 to 6 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Eco Lodge Puerto Morelos, Mexico

Voluntario/a de Mantenimiento General (Plomería & Electricidad)

30h/week Building & Repairing
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Eco Lodge Puerto Morelos, Mexico

¡Vive una experiencia mágica en la Riviera Maya!

32h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Hostel Chacahua, Mexico

VOLUNTEER for one month in a small surfing town in Oaxaca!

30h/week Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Reception Bartending
At least 4 weeks Tent 1 meal
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Surf Camp Bahía de Banderas, Mexico

Trail Maintenance Volunteers

20h/week Building & Repairing Gardening
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Surf Camp Bahía de Banderas, Mexico

Maintenance & Carpentry Volunteers

20h/week Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Surf Camp Bahía de Banderas, Mexico

Front Desk and Administration Volunteers

20h/week Cleaning Reception
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Camping Santiago Astata, Mexico

Surf & Culture Trip: Ride waves & support coastal communities in Southern Mexico.

25h/week
At least 2 weeks
  • 5.0

Hostel Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Help Guests out at our Backpackers' Hostel in Puerto Vallarta

25h/week Kitchen Hand Reception Cleaning Housekeeping
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel progreso, Mexico

Stay with us with unlimited kitesurf gear use and accommodation

25h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 4 weeks to 2 months Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Hostel Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Hostel in Puerto Vallarta downtown and very close to the beach!!

25h/week Kitchen Hand Reception Cleaning Housekeeping
From 3 to 8 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0

Hostel Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Voluntario para meditaciones y Yoga

30h/week Teaching Sports
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 3.0

Guest House Heroica Juchitan de Zaragoza, Mexico

Nos encantará tener tu apoyo en nuestro Hostal en Juchitan Oaxaca

20h/week Cleaning Housekeeping
From 1 to 4 weeks Private Room

What to see when you travel to Mexico for a work exchange?

While doing work exchange in Mexico you can get to know the history of the country, which is home to many world famous artists such as Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera. Culture and history are all over the place in Mexico City. Outside the city, you can explore the Teotihuacan archaeological complex, and also Temple of Quetzalcoatl, the Pyramid of the Moon and the Pyramid of the Sun, the latter two with panoramic views. Artifacts of the Aztec culture can be seen at the Museum of Teotihuacan.

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Is it worth is to do work exchange in Mexico?

It is definitely worth it if you want to discover more about the world. A work exchange experience in Mexico is definitely a good place to start. Centro Historico, or historical center is the heart of Mexico city and heart of the country. You will be able to see historic landmarks dating from as far back as the Aztec era. At Zócalo plaza you will see tourists and backpackers from all over the world, that come to see art and iconic buildings like Palacio de Bellas Artes. The city offers plenty of museums like Templo Mayor and Soumaya Museum. A trip to see Xochimilco canals is also an interesting option to get to know the popular attractions of Mexico. 

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How to use Worldpackers to do work exchange in Mexico?

You can find great places to travel in exchange for volunteer work in Mexico. At Worldpackers you will find hosts who are willing to exchange accommodation in hostels for a few hours of help a day. In a work exchange program in Mexico you can work as a bartender, cleaner, touristic guide, gardener and much more. You can be able to visit places like Puerto Vallarta or Cancun spending much less than the average traveler. Check the opportunities to volunteer in Mexico in our hostlist. To schedule a trip, become a member of the Worldpackers community.

How Worldpackers works: the complete guide

Time 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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