Volunteer abroad in Ecuador

Ecuador

Although small, Ecuador is one of the world’s most diverse countries such are the rich array of flora and fauna that it contains. As well as natural beauty, Ecuador’s fascinating Inca history leaves behind remarkably well preserved colonial architecture.

Timeline

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Tue, 2005-02-01

Phoenix starts educational work in Huayrapungo
Wed, 2005-06-01

Full fruit and food program started
Sun, 2006-01-01

GVI Ecuador becomes GVI Amazon
Wed, 2006-03-01

GVI Amazon Trains Ecuadorian Students
Mon, 2008-09-01

GVI Amazon Finds Rare Frog
Wed, 2008-10-01

Education for milk – Plan Moo is started.
Wed, 2009-07-01

Energy efficient stoves are built in the communities
Fri, 2010-01-01

GVI Amazon Internship Program Begins
Sun, 2013-09-01

GVI Amazon Partners With University Students

Galapagos

Otavalo

Amazon

Featured Programs in Ecuador

Rainforest Conservation Expedition in Ecuador

Ecuador Expedition on Rainforest Conservation

Conserve the Amazon rainforest and contribute to research projects in Ecuador

Ecuador Volunteer Teaching with Children

Explore Ecuador and South America while teaching youth and improving your Spanish skills

Ecuador Internship Teaching Children

Immerse yourself in a local Ecuadorian community to teach English and gain qualifications

Ecuador Construction Project

Join critical construction projects while immersing yourself in the Ecuadorian culture

Ecuador Internship on Rainforest Conservation

Explore the Amazon while researching rainforest biodiversity and gaining universally-recognized qualifications

Ecuador Volunteer Project on Galapagos Conservation

Gain valuable conservation experience while working in this biodiversity hot spot

Aaaaand we're off! (First Training Week of 2012 at GVI Amazon)

I've just come back from the GVI Amazon base camp, where things are off to a great start in 2012. We've got a fantastic inaugural group for the new 4-8-12 week schedule, with folks from all over the globe: UK, USA, Australia, India and our Ecuadorian national scholarship student, Henry -- GVI is everywhere! Dangers of the Amazon, first aid training, a special international meal & more made for a brilliant first week of 2012!

Aaaaand we're off! (First Training Week of 2012 at GVI Amazon)