Opportunity to join as a research volunteer. Unique chance to live the experience of meeting the dolphins in their own environment. Volunteers actively participate in data collection, equipment preparation, data analysis and lecture preparation.

With over 5 years experience facilitating quality volunteer programs, they specialize in responsible voluntourism in Africa. The Company is African- based with their head office in Cape Town, South Africa and supporting operations offices in Kenya, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. In 2009 African Impact was nominated as finalists in the World Travel Awards as well as South Africa's prestigious Imvelo Responsible Tourism Awards. They consider themselves ambassadors of responsible and meaningful travel. They want you to be more than a tourist -- to be a traveler, a conservationist and a humanitarian.

African Voluntourism is a South African social enterprise that is inviting passionate citizens of the world to partner with them in building on the legacy of Nelson Mandela. Their programs offer a balance between volunteer work,internships,cultural and tourism activities.You would be involved in projects for approximately 20 hours per week depending on the project. They work with local partners with specific needs and match volunteers skills and interests with a project,volunteer or internship needs. Opportunities to work alongside friendly,knowledgeable locals have intercultural experiences. Arrive a foreigner leave as a friend.

AIDE is a not-for-profit organization that offers international volunteer placements. They have volunteer opportunities in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina, Guatemala, India, and South Africa. They work closely with participants throughout their experience and have full-time representatives in every country that they operate in.

Dedicated to serving children around the world through short-term humanitarian service trips and sustainable programs. AFC trips provide hands-on interaction with disadvantaged children, balanced by opportunities for sightseeing and immersion in the native culture of the community served.

Arte del Mundo recognizes that in many cases, art is the only time in your life when there doesn't have to be a right or wrong answer. The founding members are working to provide arts and literacy programs to children and adults who do not have access to these experiences, primarily because of lack of resources and infrastructure. 1 or 2 months depending on program. No volunteering fee; accomodations, and WiFi provided at low cost; volunteer pays for food. Over 23 years old, Spanish ability must be sufficient based on the work you want to do.

BGM SOCIAL SERVICE CENTRE is a registered charitable trust, that help the poor with special emphasis on the development basic needs of women and children. They are very interested in getting professionals such as doctors, nurses, teachers, engineers, etc. Volunteering to teach English is always welcomed. On-site accomodations for 7-10 volunteers at one time. Volunteer duration flexible. Low volunteer cost to cover lodging and meals.

Casa de los Angeles is a community that nurtures children, providing a safe haven for the children of the streets and for those whose mothers come from the outskirts of town to sell goods at the market.

An orphanage that cares for the nurturing, health and education of children. Weekly for volunteer vacations; long term volunteering also available (3 month minimum).$235 per week; $300 for long term volunteers (3 month minimum).

A US-based non-profit organization that offers volunteer and internship programs in Africa, Asia and Central and South America. Programs include teaching English, orphanages, healthcare, journalism, organic farming, animal rescue, and community kitchens.

Work side-by-side with local people, connect with others from around the world and have time for personal adventures. Experiencing another culture like never before and really getting to know its people. Gain new perspectives and insight into the culture and yourself.

Helps indigenous communities develop institutional, economic and cultural capacities. Through the development and strengthening of their organization and their use of natural resources, indigenous communities will be able to manage their communities autonomously while strengthening their cultural identity and improving their income. 2 weeks - 2 months plus. $335.00 per person for short-term volunteers.

Destination:PEACE was born out of an idea to couple volunteer opportunities with the amazing landscape that the Bay of Banderas offers as a vacation destination. During a Destination:PEACE Volunteer Vacation, guests will experience another culture and yoga while making a difference in the lives of others: children, women, families, animals and the environment. A volunteer will help raise awareness and contribute to the overall love, community and hope to the people and animals affiliated with PEACE Mexico, a non-profit organization currently operating in Punta de Mita. Destination:PEACE gives back a portion of their proceeds to PEACE Mexico in order to further their mission.

An international environmental charity which engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment. Run a number of conservation expeditions worldwide.

Provides volunteer placements in Quito, the capital of Ecuador and disappearing Cloud Forest. Eco-Volunteer UP has voluntary work with orphanages, disabled children Institutes, day care centers and is also involved in conservation of "mother-earth" (pacha-mama) and saving the planet one step at a time. Offers unique opportunities to explore the great land of Ecuador while working for children and people in teaching in an orphanage, health care, preserving the forest with its flora and fauna, and other community development projects. Program cost nearly 100-500% less than other organizations.