In Chile, the world's longest country, nature runs the gamut of its most dramatic forms: enormous glaciers, craggy granite spires, and towering volcanic cones dominate the landscape. Its recent history has also been dominated with extremes of political and economic upheaval. Though it now appears to be one of the fastest growing economies in the region, there are still more than three million Chileans living in poverty.

Volunteer opportunities are available in many areas of the country. Work with the homeless and children at risk in Valdivia and Concepcion. Work with CONAF, the National Forest Conservancy, to promote environmental awareness at national parks year round. Work at Afunalhue Mapuche Indiginous community near the city of Villarrica to promote agricultural development. These programs offer a unique chance for integration for those who do not like traveling as tourists.

Join the number of volunteers who have experienced life, solidarity and the beauty of Chile: a safe country with warm people.