Volunteer abroad in Ecuador

Ecuador

Ecuador, the smallest of the Andean nations, contains a startling array of biodiversity for its size that includes 15% of known bird species. And with rainforests, volcanic peaks and tropical beaches, the landscapes are as varied as its wildlife.

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

Research and conserve the rainforest on this Amazon expedition

Teach Children in Ecuador

Teach and learn Spanish and explore Ecuador and South America

Teaching Children Internship in Ecuador

Gain extra qualifications while teaching Spanish to rural communities

Construction Volunteer Project in Ecuador

Contribute to vital construction projects and explore the sites of Ecuador

Rainforest Conservation Internship in Ecuador

Research rainforest biodiversity and gain experience and qualifications in the Amazon

Galapagos Conservation in Ecuador Volunteer Project

Conserve and help protect the Galapagos Islands, an amazing bio diversity hotspot

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)