Volunteer work in the street dog project in Chile

During your time as a volunteer you will be accommodated in a hostel with other volunteers. Depending on availability, you will stay in a single room with an ensuite bathroom and a queen-size bed or a single room with an ensuite bathroom and a double bed. The rooms are equipped with a TV and WiFi and are cleaned weekly. Nevertheless, you should also take responsibility for the cleanliness of your room.

In the communal kitchen you can prepare your food together with the other volunteers. If you need some variety, there are numerous restaurants in the vicinity that you can try as you please.

If you want to wash your clothes, you can use the cleaning service for a small amount of coins.

Chile is characterized by its long but narrow spread on the South American continent. From north to south, the country is a whopping 4.200 kilometers long, while the east-west stretch averages only 175 kilometers. The Viña del Mar project location is located almost in the middle of the country, in the greater Valparaiso area.

Viña del Mar is the fourth largest city in Chile and is known for its beautiful beaches due to its location directly on the Pacific coast. The city is often simply called “Viña” by its residents and also bears the name “Garden City” because of the numerous parks and botanical gardens. But not only parks adorn the Latin American town - particularly striking are the numerous magnificent buildings from the former colonial era, which still leave a European flair today.

The city of Valparaiso is right next to Viña del Mar and the capital Santiago de Chile is also not far away. This can be reached within approx. 1,5 hours.

So Viña del Mar is a perfect combination of city, beach and nature! There is always something going on here, but relaxation is not neglected either.

Viña del Mar is not only perfect for your work as a volunteer - it is also generally good to live here. Together with other volunteers you can explore the area in and around Viña del Mar in your free time.

Within the city, the numerous parks and botanical gardens invite you to take leisurely walks or sporty jogging units. During a stroll through the city, you can also admire other sights, such as the Flower Clock, or visit the picturesque castles Castillo Brunet and Castillo Wulff.

If you feel like a relaxing day at the beach, then Viña del Mar in Chile is probably the most perfect place for it. Since the city is located on a bay on the Pacific Ocean, you will find paradisiacal beaches here that invite you to sunbathe and surf.

The neighboring historic port city of Valparaiso is also worth a visit. Stroll through the colorful streets and alleys, admire imaginative graffiti artworks and take a ride on the ancient cable car for a sensational view of the old town and picturesque bays from the hills far away.

As Santiago de Chile is only around 1,5 hours away, the capital is ideal for a day or weekend trip. It is one of the few metropolises from which you can reach the sea just as quickly as the nearest ski area. From there you can explore the Andes in an 8-kilometer hike through the Cajón del Maipo Gorge and marvel at a 5.800-meter-high active volcano.