Argentina

At the very southern point of South America is Argentina, bordering both Chile and Brazil, parallel to the water's of the Atlantic Ocean and running south until the cool glaciers of the Antarctic. From the jagged mountains to wine country, desert prairie to subtropical forests, and ancient glaciers to sandy white beaches, Argentina is a spectacular display of nature in every form. Beyond the exterior is its diverse and eclectic cultures and traditions, a proud mix of both Latin and European history, against a backdrop of both ancient and modern influence.

Why Volunteer in Argentina?

Since the economic breakdown in 2001 and devaluation of the peso, Argentina has faced various degrees of financial challenges, in particular a rise in poverty and lack of funding in education, public services, and community aid. Organizations have stepped up to the challenge in the capital city, developing programs that focus on these areas and more, striving to improve the overall quality of life in Argentina and create a better future for all of its residents.

• Lend your skills and abilities to local NGO's and volunteer organizations and help create positive change in and around Buenos Aires
• Learn Spanish and immerse yourself in the porteño culture
• Gain international experience for your education or work CV/resume
• Combine travel with a volunteer experience

Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires, Argentina's famous capital city, is a mix of both Latin American and European flavors and one of South America's most exciting and diverse cities.

• Cosmopolitan capital city
• Green Spaces and Spanish plazas
• Concerts & theatres
• Art galleries & museums
• Historical sights
• Cultural centers
• Antique churches
• Famous fútbol stadiums
• Traditional and International Restaurants & Cafés
• Tango shows
• Local wine

The city is made up of over 45 distinct neighborhoods from the colorful streets of historic La Boca, the artistic cobblestone roads of San Telmo, bustling downtown or the trendy and hip neighborhood of Palermo, there is always a new part of the city to discover. Combining its mixed roots and culture with modern day trends, Buenos Aires offers just about everything including internationally acclaimed restaurants and nightclubs, theatres, cultural centers, museums, art galleries, and shopping streets and centers. The menu of options is limitless in Buenos Aires, a place where the lights burn bright through the night.

What to do in Buenos Aires?

• Spend time at one of the many traditional Argentine cafes found around the city, a major daily social event in Buenos Aires
• Take in the shopping fury that is found on Avenida Florida, one of the city's best shopping streets
• Watch and learn the sophisticated and edgy Tango, later, check out a Tango show in San Telmo, the birth place of Argentina's national dance
• Visit the Recoleta Cemetery, one of the world's greatest cemeteries and the resting place of Eva (Evita) Peron
• Enjoy a world famous steak at one a local Parilla (Grill) restaurant, top it off with a typical Italian gelato (ice cream)
• Check out a soccer game at one of Buenos Aires' soccer stadiums and experience Argentine soccer fans at their best.