Volunteer in Bolivia

Serene, breathtaking, and captivating, volunteers in Bolivia are immersed in a vibrant culture.  Volunteer abroad in Bolivia and enjoy the country’s natural wonders, cultural diversity, and captivating landscapes with the Andes mountains in the Western part of the country making it a truly remarkable destination for travelers seeking both adventure and immersion in a rich and vibrant culture. Volunteers in Bolivia have loved the impact that their time volunteering has made on them, and vice versa, as they work with others in local communities. As a volunteer in Bolivia, people are sought as caregivers at elderly care centers, teaching assistants at schools, and counselors for children who struggle with difficult living conditions.

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Help local small businesses and human rights organizations in making a difference in their community. Volunteers can help with the translation of documents, attend trade fairs and exhibitions, and promote human rights through the distribution of written material and other forms of communication. There are also a number of organizations that promote the rights of women, offer health and legal advice, and also provide information regarding the development of women.

Volunteers help children who have lived on the streets of Bolivia. Some of the tasks can include supervising the children, taking care of the house they live in, and helping with cooking meals. You can also play games with the children or accompany them for group therapy sessions.

Volunteers have the opportunity to assist at a variety of healthcare centers, including a psychiatric care center, an elderly care center, and a rehabilitation center. Among others, you’ll be able to work with the elderly, children who have a disability, and people who struggle with their mental health. Volunteers can work on these projects to promote healthy living among low-income families. You can also work in hospitals or drug rehabilitation centers with men, women, or children.

Volunteers have the chance to work with an environmental organization on awareness, protection, and sustainability of the environment. Help organize educational workshops, design education materials, and plan projects to raise environmental awareness among young people. Volunteers can also work on researching food security and help with setting up awareness campaigns and policies surrounding food security.

• Lodging at a local host family or shared housing
• Two home-cooked meals per day
• Cultural activities and excursions
• Online pre-departure training with our Boston staff
• In-country airport transportation
• Emergency medical and travel insurance
• 24/7 in-country support and supervision
• A United Planet t-shirt

United Planet provides emergency travel and medical insurance for all volunteers. All Bolivia staff members participate in extensive health and safety training, and are available at all times by 24-hour phone line. Upon enrollment, you will receive a full emergency contact list. In addition, we register all of our volunteers with US Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). We recommend booking a doctor’s appointment or visiting a travel health clinic a few months out to update your vaccinations.  Read more about health and safety.

Due to varying airline prices, United Planet does not arrange or cover the cost of flights to and from Bolivia. However, we arrange all ground transportation to and from the airport in Bolivia and will ensure that you arrive safely at orientation at your host house. Volunteers can either walk or take public buses or taxis to their project sites. Daily commuting costs are covered by volunteers.