Galapagos Islands Hospital
Learn about the Ecuadorian health care system while assisting in various areas, based on your knowledge and experience. Be a part of the facilitation and running of daily programmes for patients. This hospital has an emergency service, general surgery as well as specialists.
San Cristobal has a population of approximately 6500 people. 90% (approximately) have received care from this hospital. The location is one of a kind! You can swim, scuba dive, surf, bask on the beach, see marine life, exotic birds, and even tortoises.
As a volunteer it is possible to:
- Work one to one with doctors;
- Prepare charts for patients;
- Hand out medication;
- Assist in medical examinations;
- There may be more independent jobs throughout the hospital, based on individuals' work history.
Programme details
Project details
- Length : 4 weeks - 8 weeks
- Location : San Cristabol Island, Galapagos
- Orientation : Provided in country by locally based staff
- Accommodation : Included with 2 meals per day.
- Availability : Flexible dates. Arrival in Quito on a Sunday.
Requirements
- 18+
- Intermediate knowledge of Spanish is recommended.
Costs
| Duration | Cost |
|---|---|
| 4 weeks | US$ 2500 |
| 6 weeks | US$ 2875 |
| 8 weeks | US$ 3250 |
Please note, due to fluctuations in the exchange rate, prices are given in US$.
Optional Spanish classes can be arranged in Quito on arrival at an additional cost.
What is included in the cost of the programme
- Personalised Volunteer placement in Ecuador, based on your skills and interests, including all the coordination, in-person visits and communication necessary with the local organisation.
- Return flights from Quito to Galapagos Islands.
- A comfortable, safe place to live in San Cristobal, the basic amenities, meals except lunch, and transportation from the airport to your accommodation.
- An experienced U.S. based Programme Manager (and former volunteer) who will serve as your coordinator and liaison with our in-country staff in Ecuador.
- In-country basic language assistance.
- Professional, locally-based staff to provide orientation, supervision and guidance throughout your stay.
- Extensive medical, accident and dental insurance along with emergency evacuation insurance.
- Important documents, including in-depth pre-departure packs, orientation information, and all in-country informational materials.
- A free phone 24-hour emergency hotline.
What is not included in the cost of the programme
- International flights.
- Visa Costs.
- Local transportation
- Personal spending money.
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