Volunteer in Bolivia

Serene, breathtaking, and captivating, volunteers in Bolivia are immersed in a vibrant culture.  Volunteer abroad in Bolivia and enjoy the country’s natural wonders, cultural diversity, and captivating landscapes with the Andes mountains in the Western part of the country making it a truly remarkable destination for travelers seeking both adventure and immersion in a rich and vibrant culture. Volunteers in Bolivia have loved the impact that their time volunteering has made on them, and vice versa, as they work with others in local communities. As a volunteer in Bolivia, people are sought as caregivers at elderly care centers, teaching assistants at schools, and counselors for children who struggle with difficult living conditions.

Learn more about all of our volunteer programs in Latin America.

Help local small businesses and human rights organizations in making a difference in their community. Volunteers have the opportunity to support organizations with the development and implementation of various projects, assist the local ICYE office with their daily operations, encourage children and teenagers from low-income families to participate in sporting activities, and support fundraising activities.

Volunteers have the chance to work with children and young people who have special needs. They’ll be able to provide practical, emotional and educative support during daily workshops provided by the host organization.

Support the educational and artistic development of children, support educators by giving tutor sessions, organize sports activities for the children to participate in.

Volunteers have the chance to work with an environmental organization on awareness, protection, and sustainability of the environment. Help organize educational workshops, design education materials, and plan projects to raise environmental awareness among young people.

• Lodging at a local host family or shared housing
• Two home-cooked meals per day
• Cultural activities and excursions
• Online pre-departure training with our Boston staff
• In-country airport transportation
• Emergency medical and travel insurance
• 24/7 in-country support and supervision
• A United Planet t-shirt

United Planet provides emergency travel and medical insurance for all volunteers. All Bolivia staff members participate in extensive health and safety training, and are available at all times by 24-hour phone line. Upon enrollment, you will receive a full emergency contact list. In addition, we register all of our volunteers with US Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). We recommend booking a doctor’s appointment or visiting a travel health clinic a few months out to update your vaccinations.  Read more about health and safety.

Due to varying airline prices, United Planet does not arrange or cover the cost of flights to and from Bolivia. However, we arrange all ground transportation to and from the airport in Bolivia and will ensure that you arrive safely at orientation at your host house. Volunteers can either walk or take public buses or taxis to their project sites. Daily commuting costs are covered by volunteers.

About Our Quest Fee

Your Quest Fee supports the resources and infrastructure needed to make your experience safe, meaningful, and impactful — for both you and the host community. As a nonprofit, every cost directly supports essential program elements, not extras.

This includes:

• Pre-departure training
  
• Language support and learning
  
• In-country & virtual support and supervision
  
• Accommodations & host family placement
  
• Meals
  
• Airport transportation
  
• Cultural activities and excursions
  

These components are carefully designed to ensure volunteers are prepared, supported, and able to contribute in a responsible and productive way.
We are a mission-driven organization, which means funds are used intentionally to create experiences that are valuable, ethical, and sustainable for everyone involved.

Payment Plan Details: A $300 deposit is required at enrollment to secure your program placement. After confirmation, you may pay the Quest Fee in full or through installments. The remaining balance is due 4 weeks before departure.