Explore South America

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Tena,  Otavalo

  Peru

• All Other Areas in Peru: 
Arequipa

Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: Visit the GVI website for upcoming start dates

Description: Global Vision International have combined the best elements of 3 of the most popular programs in South America to create the amazing explorer package, ideal for anyone wanting to combine conservation and community work. This explorer trip spans 13 weeks in total. 5 weeks will be spent working on a research expedition in Ecuador's Amazon rain forest. 4 weeks will be spent in Otavalo teaching local Andean communities. Another month will be spent in working in the pueblos jovenes or young towns in Peru surrounding the colonial city of Arequipa.

How this program makes a difference:

GVI makes a difference in Ecuador's Amazon by supporting the Yachana Foundation in their efforts to preserve the rain forest and its extraordinary diversity of plants and animals. Efforts include promoting sustainable economic development and agricultural alternatives for the inhabitants, many of whom are from poor, indigenous communities. On the teaching projects in Peru and Ecuador, GVI aims are first and foremost in education and particular attention is pay to improving the standards of literacy and education of the children of each community.

Highlights:
- Intensive in-camp training
- Gain basic knowledge of the environment
- Experience sights and sounds of the rain forest
- Enjoy wildlife observation from the river
- Explore different parts of the Amazon
- Learn how to navigate in the forest
- Work with the local community
- Immerse yourself in the indigenous culture
- Contributing to the education of underprivileged children
- Live with a local host family
- Practice your Spanish

Qualifications: No special training or qualifications are required as you will receive training in the field.

Cost in US$: From USD 5,010 for 13 weeks

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18+

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Vision International's Mission Statement: Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded: 1998