A Working Holiday of a Lifetime on Mexicos Pacific Coast

  Mexico

Puerto Vallarta

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: All year round

Description: These placements in the middle of a top Mexican tourist destination urgently need your help. A placement in Puerto Vallarta is unique in providing volunteers with extremely worthwhile work with full back-up and support during your placement whilst its location allows volunteers to enjoy all the elements of a holiday in the region including some of Mexico's finest beaches. This all makes a stay in Puerto Vallarta is an ideal starting place if you are considering volunteering for the first time.

Your experience

Orphanage

Volunteers help with tending to the needs of the children at the orphanage. This orphanage is staffed by a small and dedicated team who need help with either morning, afternoon or evening shifts. Volunteers can also teach the children English (books provided), help with homework, or simply give the children praise, support and affection which they desperately need. No experience necessary.

Day centre for disabled and special needs children

Volunteers help with bathing, dressing, providing one to one attention and stimulation (bring basic interactive, stimulating toys for young children from home) This established centre provides day time care for children for parents who are working or who require a break. No experience necessary.

Highlights: Mexico is a land of contrasts, a developing country yet one of the fastest growing economies in the world. Attractions include ancient Aztec and Mayan cities, Spanish colonial architecture, the Copper Canyon railway, fabulous beaches, cheap tequila and bustling markets selling local handicrafts.

Climate: rainy season May to October with high humidity between June and September. The coolest months are between December and February although the temperature can still average 25 degrees Celsius.

Affordably priced activities in the immediate area include guided hikes, horse riding, scuba diving, kayaking snorkelling, whale watching and swimming with dolphins.

Cost in US$: GBP 12 per week

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: We consider this project ideal if one or more of the following apply to you: - Want to experience Latin America within a safe and supportive environment with all facilities, possibly as your first volunteer experience abroad - Would like to try teaching English perhaps for the first time - Want to work on a one-to-one basis with the younger children - Enjoy beach atmosphere - Are thinking about a long stay but are unsure about committing before departure - Are looking for a part-time work which allows free time to relax and explore - Enjoy working with other volunteers

Age Range: 18 above

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Mexico Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups of 4-15

Application Process Involves:

• Other
• Written Application

Original Volunteers's Mission Statement: Original Volunteers sends volunteers abroad rather than large financial contributions from volunteers. We accept applications from anyone with passion to get stuck in and make change happen regardless of age or background. We provide programs that are fun, rewarding, and affordable, as well as different opportunities for learning and self-development. The projects we work with values the physical (rather than financial) contribution of the volunteer.

Year Founded: 2006