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Work exchange

Exchange your skills for accommodation
Eco Program

Learn in Ecovillages, Farms & Permaculture Projects
Social Impact

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools & Social Projects

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Higher chance of approval

Hosts that recently have approved volunteers and are looking for more applications
Top Hosts

Hosts that have good ratings and receive many worldpackers
Opportunities for couples and pairs

Hosts that welcome couples or two friends traveling together

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Places to do a cultural exchange in South America

2078 opportunities found

Hostel Capitólio, Brazil

Uma mãozinha no paraíso

24h/week Arts Painting & Decorating Handyman Gardening
From 1 to 2 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Eco Village São Miguel do Gostoso, Brazil

Agrofloresta com curso presencial com Namaste Messerschmidt

25h/week Animal Care Handyman Farming Gardening
At least 4 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Community Tena, Ecuador

Producción de contenido en un jardín etnobotánico amazónico

30h/week Photography Video Making Social Media
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Community Tena, Ecuador

Ayuda en conservación en un jardín etnobotánico amazónico

30h/week Social Work Handyman Farming Gardening
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Community Pedro Vicente Maldonado, Ecuador

Bibliotecarie/Librarian

24h/week Teaching Sports Teaching Languages Child Care
From 20 days to 12 weeks Team Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Community Pedro Vicente Maldonado, Ecuador

Caoba de Monte - Turismo comunitario y arte rural

24h/week Tour Guide Administration Party Promoter Painting & Decorating
At least 20 days Tent
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Hostel Paramaribo, Suriname

Help us start the first and only hostel in Suriname!

20h/week Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Administration Reception
From 2 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • Higher approval
  • New

Eco Lodge Cartagena Provincia, Colombia

Proyecto casa cabaña cerca de Cartagena 🇨🇴🌅

25h/week Arts Painting & Decorating Handyman Gardening
At least 1 week Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • High demand
  • New

Farm São Pedro de Alcântara, Brazil

Ajude no dia a dia do nosso sítio perto de Florianópolis! =)

25h/week Animal Care Handyman Farming Gardening
From 1 to 4 weeks Tent 2 meals
  • Higher approval

Hostel São Gonçalo do Amarante, Brazil

Hostel legal próximo ao aeroporto de Natal e litoral Norte

30h/week Housekeeping Kitchen Hand Cleaning Reception
From 1 week to 2 months Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Eco Village Cotundo, Ecuador

Clases de inglés en la escuela primaria

22h/week Arts Social Work Teaching Languages
At least 3 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Farm El Carmen de Chucuri, Colombia

Are you brave enough? Come see our amazing nature in the Colombian Andes!

30h/week Gardening Photography Teaching Languages Farming
From 2 to 4 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Hostel Santa Marta, Colombia

Entertaiment Organizer (Having a lot of fun!)

24h/week Party Promoter
From 2 to 6 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • Higher approval

Home Stay San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

Ayuda para cuidar mi bebe ( solo para las que aman niños)!

16h/week Child Care
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal

Hostel Villa de Leyva, Colombia

Ayúdanos con recepción y aprovecha Villa de Leyva!

30h/week Administration Party Promoter Reception
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal

Hostel Villa de Leyva, Colombia

Ayúdanos con marketing y aprovecha Villa de Leyva!

25h/week Video Making Social Media
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm

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.

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Step 6

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers and become an Explorer.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

After your exchange, leave and receive reviews and become an Expert.

Step 10

Volunteer with other hosts, get more reviews, and participate in the WP Programs.

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