South America Volunteer Exchanges
- Alex Mak
- Nov 7, 2024
- 12 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
Volunteer in the mountains of Ecuador or on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro, and experience the richness of this continent's culture and natural beauty. From tattoo artistry to painting wall murals and singing, South America offers a wide range of volunteer roles to suit your passions.
Our marketplace supports the quickest way to apply for exchanges via social media, ensuring you receive a prompt response from hostels. Each hostel has its own unique selection process, so be sure to communicate directly with them to clarify requirements and expectations. We facilitate the connection between volunteers and hostels only.
For added support, create a profile on our volunteer exchange platform.
🚨 Immediate Start
🏨 My Little House Backpackers Hostel, Montanita (click to apply)
🏨 The Shanti Hotel, Pisac (click to apply)
🏨 Chakana House Hostel, Huanchaco (click to apply)
🏨 Mandala Yoga Hostel, Bogota (click to apply)
🏨 Hostel Prada, Lima (click to apply)
🏨 Hostel EcoArt Machu Picchu, Cusco (click to apply)
🏨 Eco Hostel 013, São Vicente (click to apply)
🏨 Hostal La Bohemia, Capurganá (click to apply)
🏨 Iguana Beach House, Montanita (click to apply)
🏨 Hostal Mamacucha, Montanita (click to apply)
🏨 Balcones Backpackers, Banos (click to apply)
🏨 Republica Hostels, Santa Marta (click to apply)
🏨 Intihuatana Hostel, Pisac (click to apply)
🏨 Wira Pora Hostal, Buenaventura (click to apply)
🏨 Econunay Hostel, Arequipa (click to apply)
🏨 Kimara Hostel, Santa Marta (click to apply)
🏨 El Fin Del Afán Hostel, Antioquia (click to apply)
🏨 Hostel Nucapacha, Guayaquil (click to apply)
🏨 Thay 83 Hostel, Lima (click to apply)
🏨 Backpackers Neiva, Neiva (click to apply)
🏨 Hostal Buho Amazonas, Leticia (click to apply)
🏨 Puerto Alto Hostal, Santa Marta (click to apply)
🏨 La Gondola, Montanita (click to apply)
🏨 Mompiche Island Hostel, Mompiche (click to apply)
🏨 Hostal Fara, Jama (click to apply)
🏨 Absolute Hostel, Medellin (click to apply)
🏨 Kamanti Hostel, Cusco (click to apply)
🏨 La Clave Hostel, Cali (click to apply)
🏨 Encanto Hostel, Santa Marta (click to apply)
🏨 Hostel Tierra de Fuego, Latacunga (click to apply)
🏨 Palmario Hostal, Santa Marta (click to apply)
🇨🇴 Colombia
Bogota
Spotty Hostel, Bogota
Spotty Hostel is ready to work with you. We’re looking for singers, dancers, painters, yoga teachers and more! Our hostel is one of a kind and we'll make sure you have an unforgettable experience.
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Cranky Croc Hostel, Bogota
Come join our friendly and sociable hostel in Bogota, Colombia. We’re looking for musicians and painters to volunteer with us. Our hostel is comfortable, quiet and right in the centre. Get in touch.
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Mandala Yoga Hostel, Bogota
Join Mandala Yoga Hostel as a Karmiyogi! We’re looking for passionate volunteers who want to immerse themselves in the world of yoga, music and medicine. This is a unique opportunity to learn and grow in an inspiring environment. We need help on reception, in return you receive yoga classes, workshops, ancestral medicines and be in a community full of positive energy.
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Medellin
Absolute Hostel, Medellin
We’re looking for volunteers for our hostel in Medellín with good energy!
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Cartegena
Hostel La Antigua Capsula, Cartegena
Hola, we're a chilled, friendly hostel in Cartagena. Are there any volunteers who can help us with everyday tasks? We're also open to ideas so please let us know what you can bring to our hostel.
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Cali
La Casa De Adry, Cali
Volunteer in a hostel in heart of Cali. We need volunteers to help us in our rooftop bar and kitchen and tour guiding. Our hostel is buzzing and we're always looking to make things fun for you. Thanks
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La Clave Hostel, Cali
Volunteer at La Clave House & La Clave Hostel! We are Cultural Key Ark S.A.S., a business group that merges culture, art and hospitality in Cali. With La Clave Hostel and La Clave House, we create vibrant spaces where travellers from all over the world connect and live unique experiences.
What do we offer you?
Free accommodation in either house
Breakfast and lunch voucher
Opportunity for paid shifts at events
What will you do?
5h/day - 5 days/week
Pool maintenance
Cleaning of bathrooms, kitchen and common areas
No permanence limit
👉 Apply via Social Media
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Santa Marta
Cacao Hostel, Santa Marta
Hey, we're Cacao Hostel in Santa Marta. We’re looking for volunteers to help us run our bar and restuarant. We're a super chilled hostel, only 10 minutes walk from the beach. Come volunteer with us.
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Republica Hostels, Santa Marta
We are looking for volunteers with experience in yoga classes in Santa Marta at La República Hostels. We offer a stay in the coolest hostel in the city and other benefits.
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Kimara Hostels, Santa Marta
We’re looking for 2 honest volunteers with good energy (a couple if possible). Tasks include cleaning, maintenance and gardening. In return you’ll get free stay and 2 meals per day. We are located just 200m from TAYRONA PARK.
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Puerto Alto Hostal, Santa Marta
We are looking for volunteers to help with maintenance, construction, bar and kitchen.
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Encanto Hostel, Santa Marta
We are looking for a person to collaborate with the attention and reception of guests. We offer a bed in a shared room and food in exchange for hours at the reception and other simple tasks (no more than 36 hours per week, to be coordinated according to the hostel's needs).
We’re a quiet hostel, surrounded by nature. Located on the banks of the Mendihuaca River, a 30-minute walk from the beach. We require a person with a good attitude, friendliness, and who speaks English.
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Palmario Hostal, Santa Marta
Live a transformational experience during Holy Week facing the Caribbean Sea. Join us as a volunteer in reception. During our volunteer days on the beach of the magical PalmaRio Hostel, Mendihuaca - Santa Marta.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Receive and welcome guests.
- Support in registration and organization.
- Be that first warm and human contact.
WHAT DO WE OFFER YOU?
- Food and lodging
- conscious community + free time to enjoy the sea.
Minimum availability of 15 days. Starting from April 16th.
👉 Apply via Social Media
Capurganá
Hostal La Bohemia, Capurganá
We have new vacancies and we would love for you to become part of our team and enjoy this little piece of Caribbean paradise. We are looking for volunteers. People with a high sense of commitment. Responsible, creative, lovers of nature and animals, good energy, service attitude, minimum 3 weeks.
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Buenaventura
Wira Pora Hostal, Buenaventura
We're looking for a creative volunteer from anywhere in the world to help us manage our social media, create great content, and grow our community! If you have experience in digital marketing, you love photography and want to immerse yourself in a unique adventure, we need you!
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Antioquia
El Fin Del Afán Hostel, Antioquia
The El Fin del Afán hostel offers you a unique and cozy atmosphere that embraces the Slow movement. You will be able to experience a calm and relaxed pace of life in Jericó, Antioquia, a heritage town in Colombia, surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and a warm community. Volunteering includes:
- Shared room with 1 other person
- 4 hours a day of volunteering x 5 days a week
- 2 days of rest
- Right to kitchen (food not included) and laundry
- Functions: cleaning, reception and gardening
👉 Apply via Social Media
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Neiva
Backpackers Neiva, Neiva
Volunteer from 8 to 15 days. Come meet people from all over the world in Neiva Tatacoa Desert Backpackers & Travellers Neiva.
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Leticia
Hostal Buho Amazonas, Leticia
I need a volunteer to accompany us to the Amazon. Requirements - English speaker.
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🇪🇨 Ecuador
Banos
Mama Tunga Hostel, Banos
Come join to Mama Tungu, un hostel rodeado de Cascadas en Baños, Ec. we are looking for volunteers to help in the bar and reception. You will enjoy a good experience!
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Balcones Backpackers, Banos
Welcome volunteers to hostel Balcones Backpackers in Ecuador. Message us for more info about our exchange.
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Montanita
My Little House Backpackers Hostel, Montanita
Volunteers needed in Montanita! Come straight at the door, you’re welcome! My Little House Backpackers has the coolest vibe in Montañita - great balance between a party atmosphere and a chill place to relax!
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Iguana Beach House, Montanita
We are urgently looking for volunteers! Volunteering consists of 5 hours at reception and keeping the reception area clean. For more information, send us a message. Greetings and good vibes.
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Hostal Mamacucha, Montanita
We are looking for two volunteers. For a period of two weeks or more to help in the kitchen and cleaning. If you have cooking and cleaning experience, this is a great opportunity to spend time in a beautiful location by the ocean! One daily meal is included.
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La Gondola, Montanita
Hello people!! We are looking for volunteers at Hosteria La Gondola located in Montañita in front of the beach. We are looking for proactive, responsible and mature people who want to contribute to our hostel and enjoy a unique experience in this magical place.
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Guayaquil
Hostel Nucapacha, Guayaquil
We have a space for volunteer exchange in our hostel for JANUARY; We are looking for people who want to build a community and serve our guests extremely well.
Vacancy: Night reception and cleaning
Length of stay: 1 month minimum.
Shifts: 8 hours 3 days a week or 5 hours 5 days a week.
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Mompiche
Mompiche Island Hostel, Mompiche
Hello. How are you and a pleasure to meet you. I’m looking for volunteers who knows a little about vegetarian cooking and can handle other cleaning tasks.
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Jama
Hostel Fara, Jama
Our hostel is a place for travellers to contribute their experiences, their knowledge and their suggestions. That is why we’re looking for you and your skills! No matter what it may be, you can get involved with us.
Examples of ways to help:
- social networks
- kitchen services
- construction
- gardening
- creative design
- helping with our excursions
- teaching your favourite activity
What we offer:
Depending on our reservations you will stay in your private or shared room with private bathroom. You can learn surfing, yoga and meditation. The food at the Pacific coast is the best in Ecuador. So here you have the opportunity to learn how to prepare delicious Ecuadorian seafood. Also we are very interested to hear about your culture.
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Latacunga
Hostel Tierra de Fuego, Latacunga
Travellers! Welcome to Tierra De Fuego Hostel in Latacunga, Ecuador. Here we are strengthening the encounter between travellers and our territory. A place for exchange, adventure and rest. Volunteers are a vital part of our work: they are not only part of the team but they become part of our family. We await you with open arms and an open mind in this land of magic and volcanoes.
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🇵🇪 Peru
Lima
Waikiki Hostel, Lima
We're Waikiki Hostel, come join our team! We're looking for young, energetic volunteers who are ready to get stuck in. We have a range of tasks for you to get involved in, get in touch.
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Rainbow Hostel, Lima
Hello friends, welcome to Rainbow Hostel in Lima. We're a peaceful hostel great for socialising, relaxing and working. We're happy to work with any volunteers who have experience in hostels.
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Alpes Lima Kennedy Park Hostel, Lima
We're looking for volunteers to join our hostel. We're a social hostel in Miraflores. Our volunteers need to love hanging out with guests and be up for helping with anything & everything :)
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Hostel Prada, Lima
Join our Hostel Prada team! We’re located in the heart of Miraflores. We’re looking for a host for our experiences. You’ll need to enjoy socialising, be able to adapt easily and who have excellent communication in English. Stay, breakfast and lunch are offered.
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Thay 83 Hostel, Lima
Join the great family of Hostel THAY 83 in Miraflores, Lima! Our party hostel is looking for volunteers like you! What do we offer you?
- Free accommodation in the heart of Miraflores
- Meals included
- A unique and multicultural experience
- An incredible team and many new friendships
- Availability of positions in bar, kitchen, cleaning, events and activities
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Pisac
The Shanti Hotel, Pisac
A unique experience in the heart of the Sacred Valley! The Shanti Hostel, located between the beautiful mountains of Cusco and Pisac. We’re looking for volunteers with enthusiasm to help us with decoration tasks, reconditioning of spaces, and managing activities we offer our guests.
Volunteer days: Sunday to Thursday, 5 days.
Hours: 10am to 2pm, only 4 hours a day!
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Intihuatana Hostel, Pisac
We are offering a volunteer program of 3 hours x 5 days and 2 days off per week. Message us for more info.
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Huanchaco
Chakana House Hostel, Huanchaco
We’re looking for volunteers who wish to help 5 hours a day, 5 days a week in the maintenance of the hostel and cafe/bar. Lodging and two meals are offered.
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Cusco
Hostel EcoArt Machu Picchu, Cusco
Hello everyone, we’re looking for 1 or 2 responsible and organised volunteers at Hostel EcoArt Machu Picchu. We are located in Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Peru.
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Kamanti Hostel, Cusco
Volunteers are sought for Pisac, the sacred valley of the Incas!
Tasks: Reception and cleaning
Requirements: 4 hours per day with Sundays off. Minimum 2 week stay. Stays are provided. Breakfast is provided. Our hostel facilities include: washing machine to wash your clothes, Wi-Fi, kitchen, hot water, security lockers (bring your own lock).
When you want to go to a place that requires more days like Macchu Picchu or Choquequiraopwq or other archaeological centers, please notify us 2 or 3 days in advance to cover your shift.
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Arequipa
Econunay Hostel, Arequipa
We are Econunay Hostel, we are located in Arequipa, Peru. We are looking for volunteers, we offer two different schedules with diverse but simple functions. We want to have volunteers who want to improve their English by practicing it with other travellers and who intend to share their good vibes with us. We are a family that is always with open arms to welcome travellers from all over the world.
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🇧🇷 Brazil
Sao Paulo
Quintal Hostel, Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo is calling! We're looking for an awesome tattoo artist to volunteer with us. For real! We're super open to new ideas, get involved and let us know what skills you can bring to our hostel.
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Rio De Janeiro
Books Hostel, Rio De Janeiro
Let's help you write your best story in Rio de Janeiro. Books hostel opens it's door to volunteers around the world. We're looking for a photographer to join our ranks. We are waiting for you.
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Mambembe Hostel, Rio De Janeiro
The Mambembe family invites you to volunteer with us. We need volunteers to help on reception, day and night shift. Our hostel is your home away from home and a place to meet fellow travellers.
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São Vicente
Eco Hostel 013, São Vicente
Come and be part of our team. We’re looking for volunteers to help with cleaning, organisation, maintenance and attending to guests. 4hrs per day, with one day off during the week. In return we offer free stay, meals, access to hostel facilities and you’ll be just 300 meters from the sea!
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We're excited to help you travel for less through our hostel volunteer exchanges. If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to our helpful customer support team.
