Volunteer Programs in Havana, Cuba

This program offers a full 8-week "All In" experience combining adventure and cultural exchange in Costa Rica and Cuba. Spend one month in each country embracing the lifestyle, enjoying the best activities, and making a positive impact by supporting local communities. Start in Costa Rica with Spanish classes, surfing, and yoga in the beach town of Santa Teresa, as well as an overland cloud forest exploration in Monteverde. Then, travel to Cuba to continue improving your language skills, enjoy some salsa dancing, participate in volunteer projects, and travel around the country to learn all about its history and culture. This is an ideal program for those seeking a blend of education, cultural immersion, and unique activities in two of Latin America's most vibrant countries. Plus, you get the chance to stay in a “jungle surf camp,” nestled in a paradise setting surrounded by wildlife. Imagine spotting a howler monkey hanging on a tree branch!

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Are you interested in learning Spanish? Study at our school/hostel in the heart of Old Havana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and take morning language lessons from Monday to Friday. In the afternoons, enjoy dance classes and cultural excursions. We also have weekend trips to the beach and a two-night/three-day road trip to Viñales. This is a busy program and offers the possibility of immersion into Cuban life—past and present—and the opportunity to understand what makes this amazing country so special. Our programs are for participants 18+, but we also welcome minors accompanied by an adult. Accommodation is in our licensed Casa Particulare, where you’ll share a dorm room with other students. You could also stay in a private room with an en suite bathroom for an extra fee. Couples, friends, and family who book a program together are automatically upgraded to a private room. Breakfast and lunch are included, as well as activities such as group discussion/planning meetings and impromptu social gatherings. Airport transfers can be arranged on request. Our programs comply with travel restrictions for US citizens. Feel free to contact us for more information!

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Although home to more than 11 million people, Cuban culture has been shrouded in mystery to most North Americans because of the prolonged economic and political strain between the United States and Cuba. The Cuba People-to-people program pulls back the curtains on this Caribbean culture and gives volunteers a clear look at the beauties, struggles, and determination of the Cuban people. Cubanos are proud, educated, and often quite happy to share opinions. Isolated for years due to the "blockade" (as Cubans refer to the embargo the US imposed against the Communist state), their culture has been influenced by many, none perhaps as heavily as Spain, Africa, and the United States. Full of music, derelict buildings, joy, and sorrow, the country offers few material pleasures but immense humanitarian rewards. In stark contrast to North America, its southern neighbor also offers almost no material consumer goods. There has never been a more exciting time to take part in volunteer travel in Cuba! Imagine a culture where everyone is literate and has access to free medical care and no starving people. This is the Cuba of today.

Dive into an uncharted Cuban adventure with Clandestina in this program that combines adventure and hands-on work experience. Embrace the vibrant fusion of fashion and culture! Join us for an immersive hands-on experience, where you'll delve into the captivating world of Cuba's first independent fashion label. Gain firsthand insight and actively participate in the creative process alongside industry professionals. This extraordinary opportunity is tailored for individuals over the age of 18 who are eager to explore Cuba in a unique and interactive way. Unleash your creativity, foster meaningful connections, and be part of the Clandestina story as we blend fashion, culture, and personal growth into an unforgettable adventure.