Guatape, Colombia. Amy Schrier.
In the Colombian capital of Bogota, travelers will visit cultural centers like the Museo de Oro (Museum of Gold) and Museo Botero (Museum for Colombian sculptor Fernando Botero) and see the city's dynamic street art.
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Medellin, the capital city of Colombia’s Antioquia province, is sometimes called the “City of Eternal Spring” and is known for its flower-growing and festivals. The city is also famous for its friendly people and natural beauty. On this trip, volunteers will help local organizations transform neglected areas of Medellin into gardens to produce fruits, vegetables, and herbs, all of which will later be shared with the local community to help families live healthier lifestyles. Additionally, they assist in landscaping and producing organic fertilizers, as well as supporting environmental workshops, marketing, and fundraising. Other projects include painting, clearing areas for the creation of new gardens, and assisting staff with workshops to present to educational institutions. Volunteers will work up to seven hours a day in the community gardens and will also have ample time to enjoy the gorgeous city of Medellin. This is a minimum 1-week and maximum 24-week trip offered by International Volunteer HQ. IVHQ is a leading volunteer travel organization, offering sustainable and community-oriented experiences all around the globe. This trip costs $345 for one week and $4,712 for 12 weeks.
IVHQ is a volunteer travel company with 338 projects in 50 countries, rated #1 Volunteer Travel Company by Go Overseas for 7 years in a row. It is a cost-effective option with some programs as low as $20 per day with accommodation and meals included. They are a Certified B Corporation, 100% carbon neutral, and every project aligns with a UN Sustainable Development Goal.
With the help of professional dancers to teach you the steps, discover why salsa dancing has become an integral part of Latin American social life. In the coffee capital of Armenia, see how one of the nation’s top exports is farmed and spend the night in a traditional hacienda, a Colombian plantation’s estate.
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