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Work exchange opportunities in Colombia

70 opportunities found

Homestay San Gil, Colombia

Help us improve English and enjoy nature and join school classes.

12h/week Teaching Languages Child Care
At least 2 weeks Private Room 1 meal
  • 5.0

Private School Villa de Leyva, Colombia

Have a language and cultural exchange in Colombia

21h/week Teaching Languages
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0

Hostel villavicencio, Colombia

Redes sociales

30h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 2 to 6 weeks Team Dorm
  • 4.5
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Hostel villavicencio, Colombia

Recepción

30h/week Administration Reception
From 2 to 6 weeks Team Dorm
  • 4.5

Hospitality Villavicencio, Colombia

Ven a ayudarnos y aprende un poco sobre la cultura coreana.

30h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand Bartending
From 4 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals

Hostel Buenaventura, Colombia

Voluntariado en el Pacífico

25h/week Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing Gardening
From 12 to 28 days Team Dorm
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Hostel Guadalupe, Colombia

Transforma nuestras paredes en murales

25h/week Video Making Photography Painting & Decorating Arts
From 1 to 2 weeks Private Room 2 meals
  • 5.0

Homestay Bojacá, Colombia

Come help us teaching language end enjoy!

20h/week Teaching Languages
From 2 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0

Hostel Bogotá, Colombia

Come immerse yourself in the heart of our lively operations!

30h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Administration Reception
At least 3 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0

Hostel Vergara, Colombia

Artista de Sabores y Experiencias: Ayuda en Bar y Cocina

25h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand Bartending
At least 3 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 4.5

Hostel Bogotá, Colombia

Danos una mano con el mantinimiento de nuestro hospedaje

30h/week Arts Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing
At least 3 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0

Hostel Vergara, Colombia

Crea, Captura e Inspira: Marketing, Fotografía y Videos Únicos

30h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 4.5

Hostel Vergara, Colombia

Creador/a de Arte y Recuerdos: Deja Tu Marca en Nuestro Espacio

30h/week Painting & Decorating Arts
At least 1 week Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 4.5

Homestay Santa Marta, Colombia

🌿Join our multilingual family in our Nature Lodge in Colombia🌟

25h/week Child Care Kitchen Hand
From 3 to 12 weeks Private Room 1 meal
  • 5.0

Private School Paipa, Colombia

Help me with creative marketing in Paipa

20h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
At least 1 week Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host

Private School Paipa, Colombia

Help Teach English and share your culture

20h/week Teaching Languages
At least 2 weeks Private Room 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host

Is it possible to volunteer in a hostel in Medellin?

Yes, it’s possible and also an awesome way to get to know Colombia! Medellín is the capital of the country, with more than 2 million inhabitants. The “City of Eternal Spring” is famous for its nice temperate weather. A cheap way to spend some time in Medellin without spending much is to volunteer in a hostel in Medellin. You can’t miss the famous view of the city from the Metrocable, the Antioquia Museum and the several parks in this valley city. 

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How to use work exchange to surf in Colombia?

Colombia is the only South American country with both Pacific and Caribbean coastlines. So, although it isn’t exactly famous for surfing, it’s a country with great beaches. There are many excellent spots on both coasts. A volunteer who wants to surf in Colombia will have a great time at Guachalito Beach, one of the best parts of Colombia for surfers, along with Pradomar and Barranquilla - which is a popular surfing spot for the entire Caribbean region. The high waves of Juanchaco are for the advanced surfers. El Valle, Punta Sur e San Andres will attract all kinds of visitors.

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How to use Worldpackers to do work exchange in Colombia?

As a volunteer doing work exchange in Colombia, you will be able to work with a variety of areas. From learning permaculture in a farm, to enjoying the best surf spots in Colombia, or maybe working in a bar...you will find something for sure! To check the opportunities you can take a look at our host list and find a place that matches your profile. Schedule a trip by becoming 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!

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