Nature Park Protector

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4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Perfect 4.6  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Highlights

  • Live & work in untouched nature at one of the most amazing region in Chile
  • Boost your CV with international volunteer experience showcasing your commitment to positive change and adaptability to different environments
  • Get more passionate about protecting our planet Earth while living and working in evergreen breathtaking nature

Highlights

  • Live & work in untouched nature at one of the most amazing region in Chile
  • Boost your CV with international volunteer experience showcasing your commitment to positive change and adaptability to different environments
  • Get more passionate about protecting our planet Earth while living and working in evergreen breathtaking nature
  • Ignite your passion for cultures and countries beyond your own. You'll gain invaluable insights into the world's rich tapestry, nurturing your curiosity for international diversity.
  • Traverse a land celebrated for its awesome landscapes, pristine beaches, and majestic mountains - each destination a masterpiece


  • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    If you enjoy the outdoors & adventure, this project in Patagonia is ideal! Become a volunteer in a unspoiled setting of jungle, lakes, crystal-clear rivers and mountains.

    For those who enjoy the great outdoors and adventure, this project is ideal! At the base of the Chilean Andes, in a breathtakingly picturesque, nearly unspoiled setting of lakes, crystal-clear rivers, mountains, and primordial forest, lies a 3000 hectare natural park managed by our volunteer ...

    About the program

    For those who enjoy the great outdoors and adventure, this project is ideal! At the base of the Chilean Andes, in a breathtakingly picturesque, nearly unspoiled setting of lakes, crystal-clear rivers, mountains, and primordial forest, lies a 3000 hectare natural park managed by our volunteer project. Within the protected region, one may see characteristic habitats of southern Chile: temperate rainforests with millennial trees supporting a diverse array of wildlife species.

    A well-managed ecotourism project is the only way to open up this enchanted region of the world to the public without causing harm. While visitors are welcome, the preservation of nature is of utmost importance. In order to ensure that the capacity is never surpassed and that the normal course of events is not disturbed, only a restricted number of people may stay there at once.

    There are 18 km of hiking routes throughout the park for hikers to explore, and they can stay in either a basic mountain hut in the center of the park or a more opulent lodge on its periphery. Kayaking is a fantastic method to see this tiny paradise, as it is adjacent to Lake Tagua Tagua.

    Volunteers ought to be proactive and hands-on. There are numerous jobs to be done, including working as a tour guide, maintaining mountain huts and hiking paths, maintaining the information center, working in the forest, and much more.

    Because the project is so remote, you should be conscious of how special it is. Sometimes it's unusually quiet and desolate. Only on days off are the closest cities, Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt, accessible by bus, each taking around three hours.

    Typical day

    The responsibilities involved in this endeavor vary according on the season and weather. There's a lot of service-related work as well as tour guide duties, during the summer months when most visitors arrive. To ensure that hiking paths, footbridges, bridges, and mountain huts are in good shape and ...

    Typical day

    The responsibilities involved in this endeavor vary according on the season and weather. There's a lot of service-related work as well as tour guide duties, during the summer months when most visitors arrive. To ensure that hiking paths, footbridges, bridges, and mountain huts are in good shape and that there are no mishaps or problems, during the pre-season everything must be meticulously arranged.

    Following the season, there may be construction work to be done, an inventory to be completed, and plans to be made for winter and the upcoming season.

    You might find the following chores on your list of things to do:

    • Help at the visitor center
    • Greeting and educating park guests
    • Support for tour guiding
    • Upkeep of the hiking routes
    • Upkeep and sanitation of the mountain huts
    • Forestry work
    • Assisting park rangers
    • Additional duties related to the preservation of nature and wildlife

    There are no regular working hours, as is typical while working outside and in the highlands. In Patagonia, the workload and working days are determined by the weather. People typically work longer hours in nice weather and have more relaxed days in bad weather. Depending on the season, the workload is another consideration when volunteering. If we needed to define an example day, work shifts start early in the morning at around 7:30 am and finish in the early afternoon at around 4:30 pm with a long lunch break in between. 


    Note: There may be variations in the tasks. The quantity of volunteers, the weather, the time of year, the project's present requirements, and self-motivation are some of the variables that affect them. Maybe not every volunteer will take on all of these responsibilities.

    Free-time activities

    The program is situated in one of Chile's most stunning and pristine regions, more than 1,000 kilometers south of Santiago. The park is only accessible by boat and is situated on Lake Tagua Tagua's southern shore. It takes roughly three hours by car and boat to get to the closest big cities, Puerto ...

    Free-time activities

    The program is situated in one of Chile's most stunning and pristine regions, more than 1,000 kilometers south of Santiago. The park is only accessible by boat and is situated on Lake Tagua Tagua's southern shore. It takes roughly three hours by car and boat to get to the closest big cities, Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas.

    Despite being well-known for its natural beauty throughout Chile, the area is still considered an insider tip because of its remote location and basic infrastructure, which makes this place so unique!

    To view the most exquisite pearls, you must hike (you can even ride horses along the main hiking trails) or even find them by boat. A remarkable natural beauty will be bestowed upon everybody who makes the necessary efforts. The terrain, which supports a wide variety of animals and plants, is made up of steeply climbing rocks, tiny lagoons that beckon you to swim in, crystal-clear rivers, and waterfalls amid the ancient forest.

    The weather is temperate and frequently rains, even from December to February during the summer. Summertime highs reach approximately 25 degrees. The months of May through August feature the lowest temperatures and the most rainfall, including snowfall.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level) or Spanish (basic level)

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV and Volunteer Questionnaire

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 07:30 - 16:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by South America Inside

    Our volunteer project in a nature park in the Chilean Patagonia includes:

    • Shared room  in the accommodations of the park
    • Breakfast, lunch, dinner
    • Advice from our experienced staff
    • On-going support via WhatsApp, phone or mail
    • Elaboration of your application profile in Spanish
    • Your Volunteer Work placement
    • Pre-departure information
    • Packing list
    • Country handbook
    • Intercultural guide
    • On-site volunteer coordinator
    • 24/7 emergency number
    • Advice on travel insurance
    • Certificate of participation

    Accommodation

    Not only will you live where others vacation, but you'll work there as well. Volunteer accommodation takes place in shared room in one of the park's mountain huts, depending on the time of year and activities.

    The park is secluded and can only be reached by boat, which is exactly what appeals to most visitors. The surrounding scenery is breathtaking; you are just surrounded by nature! Many of the comforts of "civilization" will be lost on you, but in the morning you will wake up to the sight of a turquoise-green lake or a pure mountain forest with the chirping of many happy birds.

    Food & Beverages

    Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner is provided.

    Internet Access

    Limited access at the project site

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Airport Pickup at El Tepual Airport

    An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is El Tepual Airport (PMC) in Puerto Montt. We assist you to find cheap flights to Chile. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Chile provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Chile you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Chile. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Flexible start and end dates. The volunteer program only runs from October to April, during the Chilean spring and summer time.

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program fees

    4 weeks (min. stay) 658€
    5 weeks 708€
    6 weeks 758€
    7 weeks 808€
    8 weeks 858€
    9 weeks 908€
    12 weeks (max. stay) 1,057€
    Average fees 126€/week

    Program fees

    126€ per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES


    Duration

    4 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


    Final Payment

    Your final payment will be agreed with South America Inside during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


    Meet your organization

    South America Inside

    Perfect 4.6 rating (128 reviews)

    Agency - founded in 2003

    Verified by Volunteer World

      Very high response rate

    Coordinated by

    Marion

    Spoken languages: English, German, Spanish

    About the project

    South America Inside promotes intercultural, linguistic and educational exchanges. Its volunteer programs are addressed to students, professionals and retirees.

    Meet your organization

    South America Inside is an intercultural management agency, founded back in 2003, which specializes in the promotion of programs abroad, language travel and educational programs throughout Latin America.

    Since 2007, to enrich the experience of our global-minded clients and to provide them with even more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding their program offerings throughout South and Central America.

    Working together with some of the best language schools in Latin America, South America Inside provides high quality language courses in almost every Latin American country.

    Thanks to a professional team of motivated and friendly staff, South America Inside has been very successful over the past several years and have been able to establish an outstanding network of what we call "Insider Contacts." To enrich the experience of their clients and to provide them with more possibilities, South America Inside has been expanding our program offerings throughout Central and South America, in addition to our well-established Chilean programs.

    Volunteer Work

    Do you dream of staying abroad while doing something positive? Are you looking for a unique experience that will leave a mark on your life? Then a Volunteer Work program in South America or Central America is perfect for you!

    With South America Inside you can combine an adventure abroad with social commitment, and create lasting memories in Latin America. Support the protection of endangered species; help a local community construct new homes; give new hope to impoverished children.

    The possibilities to lend a hand are diverse, as there are the many places where help is needed. We have classified our volunteer projects in different areas so you can easily find the one (or more!) projects that best match your needs and interests.

    Why with us

    There are many persuasive reasons that speak in favor of South America Inside when it comes to selecting your perfect provider of language, study and volunteer travel abroad. Following, we have prepared a short summary so that you can get us to know a little better.

    Our Insider benefits at a glance:

      Regional Experience
    Over one decade (established in 2003) of dedication to language, work and study travel programs in Latin America. Thanks to our long standing work and life experience in the South American continent, we know this region really well. Therefore, we can help and inform you in a professional and competent way.

      Multifaceted Offers
    Over time we have developed new programs to offer a wide array of work abroad opportunities to our clients. We have been pioneers in launching new exchange programs, as we have been the first in offering Work & Travel/Working Holiday and Farm Stays in Chile and successfully introduced these programs into the market back in 2005. Since 2012, we are the only agency to offer this type of program in Costa Rica.

      Insider Advice
    Despite living in the modern era of the internet, we know that reliable and competent advice is still an important criterion for most of us. At South America Inside, you will find the benefits of an internet provider and an independent travel agency. We will be glad to pass on our extensive knowledge and regional experience.!

      Location
    It is difficult to run programs when there is nobody “on the ground” to evaluate existing options and search for new opportunities. So, we are located in Chile, on location, and we know everything that is going on first hand. We know what it is like to live as a foreigner in South America and will be happy to assist you in making your stay unforgettable!

      Independence
    South America Inside is an independent provider of language courses, internships, volunteer work, Farm Stays and Work & Travel programs in Latin America. We neither depend financially nor structurally on any other company, language school, association or organization. Therefore, we are able to give personalized information in accordance to your needs and availability.

    •  Multilingual Team

    Our team is multilingual and international! We speak fluent English, Spanish and German, as well as some French and Portuguese. With our customers, we can communicate in their native language and we avoid misunderstandings with local partners by communicating in Spanish with them. You can be sure that there will be an English-speaking contact person for you before, during, and after your stay.

      Customer Service
    Excellent customer service is one of the most important goals for South America Inside, and this is evident with the positive feedback we regularly receive from our many happy clients. Emails are answered within 48 business hours and every client is treated with the same friendliness and expertise.

      Gapless and Accurate Information flow
    With South America Inside you will have one and the same contact person before, during and after your trip. With that said, we guarantee a gapless and accurate information flow and you will always be very well informed.

      Approved Program Places
    Many of our program places, especially in the area of internships and volunteer work, are designed in the way that they will be recognized by most universities, colleges or academies.

    128 reviews · rating4.6

    Oihane B. rating4.8

    2024 at Nature Park Protector

    La estancia está siendo genial, estoy aprendiendo mucho además de pasándolo realmente bien. En cuanto al alojamiento y la comida no tengo quejas, todo está limpio y es cómodo y hay abundante comida. El ambiente de trabajo es muy bueno y siempre hay cosas para hacer y ...
    Victoria G. rating4.8

    2023 at Nature Park Protector

    Es hat alles super geklappt und ich bin gut im parque angekommen. Es gefällt mir richtig gut, die Leute sind super nett, ich arbeite an meinem spanisch und die Natur ist der Wahnsinn. Es könnte ein bisschen wärmer sein, aber man kann ja nicht alles haben ...
    Nathalie K. rating5

    2024 at Local Wildlife Helper

    Everything is alright. The family host in San José is very kind. I visited San José yesterday. This morning I arrived at the rescue center and it's amazing! It beautifull, the animals are so cute. And the volonteers are very friendly. Thanks for everything and have a good ...
    Regina N. rating5

    2024 at Help Stray Dogs

    Die Arbeit gefällt mir sehr gut! Ich bin super reingekommen und fühle mich sehr wohl 🙂 Die Menschen sind sehr offen und freundlich! Herzlichen Dank! ...
    Stacey Garratt rating5

    2024 at Local Women Empowerment Supporter

    I have been travelling for 7 months in total and just had the most wonderful experience in Ecuador. I can confidently say in the last 6 weeks I have created my favourite memories of this journey in an all-encompassing way. Firstly, the program itself was incredible, I constantly felt supported, ...
    Alex S. rating5

    2024 at Help Stray Dogs

    Mir geht’s prima. War ein langer Tag, bin daher auch gut kaputt 🙂 Sowohl Spanischkurs als auch die Arbeit im Tierheim machen sehr viel Spaß! Ich muss zwar all das bisschen, was ich an Spanisch kann, zusammenkratzen, um durch den Tag zu kommen, aber das wird sicherlich besser mit der Zeit ...

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