Volunteer at summer schools in Brazil 🇧🇷 and experience an unforgettable journey surrounded by samba rhythms and stunning beaches! 🌴
Hi! I’m Emil Labas (23 years old) from Palestinian communities inside the Green Line. For the past year and a half, I’ve been traveling the world through volunteering and have gained amazing experience from different programs.
Today, I’m here to tell you about an incredible adventure in Brazil! ☀️
Imagine living in a guesthouse in a vibrant Brazilian neighborhood, just minutes away from the beach, surrounded by volunteers from around the world.
Every day, you wake up to the sounds of Brazilian life, have breakfast, walk to the beach, or visit stunning waterfalls. In the afternoon, you dedicate 3 light hours to volunteering—teaching English or playing football ⚽ with local kids.
And at night? You enjoy lively samba parties 🕺 you’ll never forget!
Teaching English
2 to 3 hours per day (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Teach basic English: numbers, letters, simple conversations
Requires intermediate-level English
Volunteering takes place in 3 local favelas; transportation is provided by the program
Football Coaching
Coach and guide kids and youth from the neighborhood
Encourage sportsmanship and energy ⚽
Shared housing with volunteers from around the world
Open-access kitchen
Yoga classes and daily activities
Nearby hiking trails and waterfalls
Breathtaking beaches just minutes away
Waterfalls and scenic landscapes
Energetic samba nights full of life
The volunteering location is in Vidigal, a vibrant favela (community) in Rio de Janeiro, overlooking the ocean and full of energy and community spirit.
You can fly into either of Rio’s main airports:
Galeão International Airport (GIG)
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Both airports serve the same city. Choose the most convenient or affordable one.
Once you arrive, download and register on the Uber app.
Use Uber or a taxi to reach:
Praça do Vidigal
(This is the main square at the entrance of the favela and the meetup point)
From Praça do Vidigal, the local hosts/team will greet you and guide you to your guesthouse.
• No need to pre-book internal transportation—Uber and taxis are easy to use from the airport
• Make sure you have internet or a local SIM/eSIM active so you can request rides
• After registration, you’ll receive all the detailed info from us and your host. We’ll stay in close contact to ensure smooth arrival