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Work exchange opportunities in Colombia

20 opportunities found

Hostel Leticia, Colombia

Tours, naturaleza, piscina y buen ambiente en las Palmas!

25h/week Bartending Tour Guide Night Shift Reception
At least 3 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel Buenaventura, Colombia

Voluntario en el Paraíso

32h/week Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Reception Bartending
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel Santa Marta, Colombia

Join Our Family Lodge: Hospitality, Good Vibes & Experience 🌿✨🤝

30h/week Cleaning Administration Reception Bartending
From 4 to 12 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval
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Hostel Tona, Colombia

Help in hosting restaurant & Reception at hostel and enjoy the nature in Colombia

30h/week Night Shift Party Promoter Reception Bartending
From 4 to 12 weeks Tent 2 meals

Hostel Santa Marta, Colombia

Bar y Apoyo hostal

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

Hotel Bahía Solano, Colombia

Bar and Kitchen Service / Tour Group Assistance 🌴🍹🍽️

30h/week Kitchen Hand Bartending
From 4 to 6 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Hotel Villavicencio (Meta), Colombia

¡Cócteles y Sonrisas! mezlca tu talento y vive una exp nueva

32h/week Bartending
From 7 to 13 days Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0

Hotel Camarones, Colombia

¡Ayúdanos como bartender y disfruta Colombia!

30h/week Bartending
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host

Hospitality Líbano, Colombia

se parte de nuestro emprendimiento y disfruta de la naturaleza

25h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand Bartending
At least 4 weeks Tent 2 meals
  • 4.5

Eco Lodge minca magdalena colombia, Colombia

Jungle Volunteering in Minca: Nature, Music & Vibes 🎶🌴

25h/week Kitchen Hand Bartending
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately
  • New

Hotel Bahía Solano, Colombia

"Voluntariado de barman en el paraíso de Bahía Solano"

32h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand Bartending
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0

Hotel Providencia, Colombia

Vive en el paraíso del caribe Colombiano

24h/week Bartending Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping
From 20 to 45 days Private Room 1 meal
  • 4.5

Hostel Bogotá, Colombia

🌟 ¡Te necesitamos en uno de los mejores hostales de Bogotá! 🇨🇴

25h/week Night Shift Reception Bartending
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Hospitality Dibulla, Colombia

¡Únete a la Vibra de Palomino! Buscamos Talento Alegre y Carisma

25h/week Kitchen Hand Bartending
From 1 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal

Eco Lodge Santa Marta, Colombia

En la selva mágica de Colombia: bar y atención al cliente

30h/week Bartending Tour Guide
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Hostel Cali, Colombia

🍹 ¡Únete a Nuestro Equipo de Bar!

24h/week Bartending
From 3 to 8 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • High demand
  • Needs help immediately

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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