Volunteer with children and learn Spanish in Otavalo, Ecuador

Vacancy: Volunteer with children and learn Spanish in Otavalo, Ecuador
Company: Global Vision International
Category: Gap year projects (Community development, Teaching English, Teaching)

Dates: Start dates are the first and third Saturday of each month, all year round. Recommended minimum length of stay 6 weeks

Cost: From £970

Description:

Make a real difference to the lives of some of Ecuador’s poorest communities and experience the Andean Indigenous culture in and around the beautiful market town of Otavalo, two hours from the capital, nestled over 2500m in the heart of the Ecuadorian Andes. You will take Spanish lessons, stay with a local family to immerse yourself in the local culture and way of life. Volunteer work is available at indigenous communities in nearby rural mountain areas. GVI, along with leaders of the indigenous communities, are developing educational programmes to assist children and adults who otherwise would not have the opportunity of any formal education or who need educational reinforcement. 40 hours of intensive Spanish classes are included in the programme, as well as numerous excursions and activities such as hikes, bike rides, waterfall and river trips.

Highlights
Make a difference to the lives of some of Ecuador's poorest people, immerse yourself in the Ecuadorian language, culture and way of life by living with a host family. 40 hours of intensive Spanish classes are included in the programme, as well as a variety of cultural excursions and activities to give you the opportunity to enjoy what the country has to offer.