"Take a Break, Volunteer!"
Alternative Spring Break Volunteer Programs

Choose the alternative!

How will you spend your spring break this year? Take a trip on the wild side and join us on one of our exciting Alternative Spring Break Quests. See another side of travel! By dedicating one week to volunteering, you’ll be fully immersed in the local culture and language. Brush up on your Spanish, explore ruins and castles, and most importantly, give back to the community. You’ll gain unique insight into important global issues such as environmental conservation, poverty, literacy and development.

Current Alternative Spring Breaks Include:

• Sea Turtle conservation work in Southern Costa Rica
• Orphanage work in the Carpathian Mountains of Romania
• Interactive social work at a women’s shelter in Guatemala
• And many more!

>Latin America

>Asia

>Middle East

>Europe

>Africa

Can I Apply?

Volunteers of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds are invited to join United Planet Quests. Our volunteers share a deep concern for the world, a true desire to make a difference, and a passion for cultural discovery and exploration.

Language fluency is not normally required but basic knowledge of the local language is helpful. Peru, Ecuador and Guatemala programs require basic Spanish.

Minimum age: 16 to 18 (call for more information)

Maximum age: No maximum age!

Volunteer Fees

Short Term Quest fees start at: $795

• $250 application fee due at time of application (application must be submitted at least 60 days before intended departure)
• All remaining Quest fees are due at least 30 days before departure date

Program Fees Include:

Fees do not Include:

• Visa processing charges (volunteers are responsible for acquiring the necessary Visa)
• International airfare (volunteers are responsible for coordinating travel itineraries with expected start dates)
• Any required vaccinations or immunizations

Fundraising and Discounts

Discounts for Referring a Friend...

• If you are participating in a Short-term Quest and refer a friend to a Short-term Quest you will receive 10% off your total program fee
• If you are participating in a Long-term Quest and refer a friend to a Long-term Quest you will recieve 5% off your total program fee

Check out our fundraising tips here.

And visit our Scholarships and Grant Page for more fundraising help.

Printable One-Sheet

Why Pay to Volunteer?

Three Easy Steps To Apply

Step 1

Choose your Volunteer Abroad Quest Country and then fill in the online application.

Step 2

Submit your deposit together with the application.

Step 3

The Regional Coordinator in the Boston office will contact you to arrange a phone interview.

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