Volunteer in Ecuador
Most visitors travel to Ecuador to take in the country’s natural beauty. Over half of the landscape is covered in Amazon rainforest, and this tropical country is home to great biodiversity – there’s over 1600 species of birds alone in Ecuador!
The Galapagos Islands are famous as the breeding ground for Charles Darwin’s theories on evolution, and we have placements that aim to preserve the natural habitat of this unique environment.
Volunteers are required to help long-running organizations keep the countries natural balance in check, and help to prevent non-native flora and fauna species destroy local varieties of plant.
Despite the beautiful settings, Ecuador also has huge community problems, and nearly half of the population is considered as living in poverty. By working as a community volunteer in Ecuador you can help bring enthusiasm and a positive direction to children and adults who may have had a bad start in life.
Choose your volunteer project in Ecuador
Need Help Choosing?
Popular Volunteer Projects in Ecuador:
Conservation work on the Galapagos Islands
Depending on the stations needs, your conservation work on the Galapagos Islands may include helping plant new crops, assisting in light building activities, or helping maintain the trails around the island...
Amazon rainforest preservation in Ecuador
Participating in forest conservation in Ecuador, you will work with one of the well established foundations in South America who own and manage biological Research stations in 9 critical and diverse Eco-systems throughout Ecuador...
Ecuador Team Challenges
There are two amazing challenges in Ecuador. The first is paying homage to the beautiful orchid by building a dedicated garden to help preserve this rare species. The second challenge is creating a trail to protect the nature reserve from the dreaded effects of trampling tourists.
Teach English in the Galapagos islands
Based on Santa Cruz, you'll teach in a school with a wide curriculum and an aim to give young people the skills necessary to continue the economic development of the Islands...
Animal care and park maintenance in the Amazon
This is a project designed for people who like conservation work and animals! It is located in the Amazon of Ecuador, in Tena, famous for its beautiful rivers, high diversity and kind people.
Community work with children in the Galapagos Islands
The phrase 'small but beautiful' could have been written for these amazing islands which are teaming with animal and plant life. Learn more about the island from its youngest inhabitants and play a part in the continuing preservation and development of one of the world's natural wonders.
Explore Ecuador and the Galapagos
On this amazing tour you will start in Quito and journey through stunning scenery to help conserve lush rainforests. Then it's off to the magical Galapagos Islands!
Animal wildlife rescue in Guayaquil, Ecuador
Join this important rescue centre and help animals like monkeys, crocodiles and macaws as well as gaining a comprehensive education in wildlife rehabilitation.
Community work with children in rural Ecuador
Ecuador is known for its incredible natural landscapes but on this project you'll also enjoy the equally colourful culture of its young people.
