South America
South America is an awe inspiring land of lively cities combining the rich Latin culture with captivating European undertones, and a dazzling rural world that is alive with natural beauty and astonishing secrets of the past. South America has so much to offer travellers in search of their own slice of paradise.
Lose yourself in the wonder of the ancient settlement of Machu Pichu, high up in the Andean Mountains of Peru, become acquainted with the coveted Inca Trail, follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin and explore the incredible bio-diversity of the world famous Galapagos islands, or discover the unrivalled passion that makes going to a football match in South America an adventure in itself!
Check out the range of opportunities available to you in South America, and see where your interests can take you!
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Learn Spanish in Argentina
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Courses & Qualifications
Embrace the passionate Argentinian lifestyle, enhance your CV and broaden your horizons as you learn Spanish in the captivating city of Buenos Aires. What better way to learn than to practice this bea... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £795
TEFL & Spanish Course
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Courses & Qualifications
Set yourself up for teaching around the world, enhance your CV and really get your teeth into Argentina's fascinating culture as you gain a TEFL qualification whilst learning Spanish at a local langua... Learn more
8 Weeks
From £2495
Coach, Train and Play Sports
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Volunteering
This sports coaching and training placement in Argentina will give you the unique opportunity to experience how sport plays a key role in the development of the disadvantaged slum communities in Bueno... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Child Care Volunteer Project
Destination: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Trip Type: Volunteering
Join us on our child care volunteer placement in Argentina from 2 weeks up to 24 weeks, and use your enduring passion for child care and social development to support the amazing children in a busy co... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £695
Care Work Volunteer Project
Destination: Esparza, Costa Rica
Trip Type: Volunteering
You will work with the daycare and preschool kids, between the ages of 6 months and 6 years. The centre is bilingual, but none of the staff are mother-tongue English speakers. This placement is all a... Learn more
2 Weeks
From £550
Marine Conservation and Animal Rescue
Destination: Esparza, Costa Rica
Trip Type: Volunteering
Get involved in the rescue and rehabilitation of sea birds, mammals, and reptiles, before they are released to the wild - not many people can say that they have cleaned a shark!
4 Weeks
From £1000
Coach Multi-Sport
Destination: Esparza, Costa Rica
Trip Type: Volunteering
Develop the sporting skills of children in rural government schools and give them the benefit of exposure to other cultures. Teach in one of the many rural schools around Esparza and get an inside t... Learn more
2 Weeks
Was: £595
Now: £550
Intensive Spanish Course
Destination: Esparza, Costa Rica
Trip Type: Courses & Qualifications
Communicate effectively in Spanish within two weeks! Gain a solid grounding in Spanish with all of the necessary techniques to continue to progress to fluency!
This is an excellent introductory S... Learn more
2 Weeks
Was: £745
Now: £695
Teach English in Costa Rica
Destination: Esparza, Costa Rica
Trip Type: Volunteering
Teach English to children in a fun and practical way! Create real-life situations, games and other activities while utilizing your mother tongue. There is a lot of freedom for your own creativity to b... Learn more
2 Weeks
Was: £595
Now: £550
Testimonials
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''Working with the children was absolutely amazing and I still miss their smiles now! I had such an amazing time in Ghana - it truly was a life-changing experience that I will always remember.''Karen Miles , Care Work, Ghana -
''The teaching was great, I felt that I learnt a lot and the school seemed to enjoy having me around. The whole experience was all I'd hoped for. I can't wait to get back to Ghana one day!.''Charlotte Sadler , Teaching, Ghana -
''The children, the people, the volunteers, and the whole atmosphere in general, made this experience one I’ll never forget.''Magalee Nahas , Teaching, Ghana -
''The experience was greatly valuable to me professionally as I gained practical writing experience that I can take home and add to my portfolio and, considering how competitive media jobs are in my city, this is invaluable.''Sarah Kendell , Media & Journalism, Ghana -
"Working on the front line on some really exciting news stories and has boosted my confidence that being a journalist is what I want to be. Amazing very relevant experience and just what I needed. Thanks to all the Changing Worlds team for making this possible for me."Thomas Coats , Media & Journalism, Ghana -
Amazing people and amazing memories! I got a real taste for this beautiful country on the Ghana Experience.Gemma Hutchinson , Adventure, Ghana -
There was never a dull moment on this action packed adventure. I had so much fun with the other people on the trip, I can't wait to go back to Ghana.James Reyland , Adventure, Ghana -
I cannot believe how much we packed into only 3 weeks. Volunteering was amazing, and is was great to see the range of things that Ghana has to offer.Rosie Midhurst , Adventure, Ghana -
''I used this opportunity to gain work experience, and getting a new perspective of a health care service in a Third World country made me realise how much we take for granted in the UK.''Magalee Nahas , Medical & Health, Ghana
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''It was great fun working alongside the locals and we shared lots of laughs and stories. It also felt great to know we were leaving something behind that the community really needed.''Andy Hoyle , Building & Construction, Ghana -
''Ghana is a fantastic country and the people are so welcoming and warm, especially the Ghanaian staff. What makes the placement is being part of a team who all have the same viewpoint to help others.''Lisa Paige , Building & Construction, Ghana -
“Great people, great experience and there is some great sport to be played in Ghana. Something I'll never forget.”Matt Pheasant , Sports, Ghana -
“I have had a fantastic time out in Ghana and what they are trying to acheive out there is truly incredible. I hope to able to do something like this again.”Dale Bradley , Sports, Ghana -
“It was fascinating to associate and live with a number of different cultures. The experience of helping other who lived an extensively sheltered and innocent life was invaluable.”David Holmes , Sports, India -
"The most amazing experience i've ever had. From the coaching to the social side, the staff and people were amazing both within the organisation and also within the schools."Charlotte Williams , Sports, South Africa -
"A demanding, thrilling, incredible insight into this beautiful and stunning country and to top it off: an entirely rewarding project that makes you appreciate everything."Ross Green , Sports, South Africa -
"This was the best way to spend my gap year! Sun, sea, sand and sport all whilst coaching amazing kids. This was one of the best experiences I have ever had and I would jump at the chance to do it again."Rosie Wells , Sports, St Lucia -
"My overall experience was fantastic, I enjoyed all aspects of this trip and there is never a dull moment in St Lucia! "Sam Evans , Sports, St Lucia -
"This experience was unforgettable, I have met people that I will stay friends with for many years to come and completely fell in love with Argentina!"Jamie Henderson , Languages, Argentina -
"I was so surprised how quickly I picked up the language! The school was great and really supportive throughout the learning process and it was amazing to practice what I had learnt in real life situations."Melissa Cutler , Languages, Argentina
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