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Horse therapy in Argentina

Near Córdoba, Argentina, help a government equine therapy center that treats patients without medical coverage for free: care for the horses and support therapy sessions.

Where
Argentina
Length
From 4 to 12 weeks
Minimum age
18 years old
Departures
Every Saturday

from €1,800 for 4 weeks

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The project

The hippotherapy/equine therapy center is a government project in Argentina that provides free treatment for patients who cannot afford medical coverage, serving as an example of sustainable tourism. The movements generated by horseback riding help individuals with disabilities develop strength, balance, and confidence. Interacting with horses is also motivating and stimulating, promoting progress in social, communicative, and cognitive aspects.

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Your role

Participants work alongside the staff to form a team that assists with horse care, therapy sessions, and various support tasks:

  • Controlling the horse’s movements while patients ride.
  • Walking alongside the horse to ensure safety.
  • Participating in all activities led by the therapist.
  • Cleaning, oiling, equipment checks, stable maintenance, horse care, etc.

Volunteers work 16 hours a week on the project, i.e. 4 days, from Tuesday to Friday, in the afternoon. The programme is located 30 km from the city of Córdoba. Volunteers can reach the site by bus in 35 minutes (40 AR$ per day).

Accommodation and meals

Volunteers will stay in a shared house with other volunteers. The accommodation is fully equipped, with hot showers, a television, Wi-Fi access, and a fully equipped kitchen for cooking.

Restaurants and shops are located nearby for buying food. Supermarkets are open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Free time and activities

Those interested can opt to take Spanish courses for a week in Córdoba before starting the project.

This week aims to help volunteers improve their language skills and immerse themselves in the local culture. Please contact us for more information.

Additional information

  • You should budget approximately €100 per week for personal expenses in Córdoba.
  • Local transportation (if needed): €2-3 per day (round trip).
  • What you need to bring for the project: outdoor clothing, boots, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, long trousers.

Budget

How long are you going for?

4 weeks

Reception every Saturday from March to December

Total programme budget€1,800

That is, per week€450

Each extra week

Check availability for 4 weeks

What is included

  • Accommodation
  • Airport pick-up (Córdoba)
  • Donation to the project
  • Supervision and training
  • Emergency line
  • Meals (breakfast and dinner)

Not included

  • Flight tickets
  • Travel and repatriation insurance
  • Local transportation
  • Lunch
  • Activities and excursions

Where your money goes
Donations are reinvested in full and directly into the local associations. How the costs break down

How to fund my project

See the budget week by week
LengthTotal programme budget

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Why not take your time?

Extend your trip in Argentina

No volunteering here: a tour with local guides, at your own pace. The team arranges it with your stay, in the same enquiry.

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Your application

An up-to-date CV and a cover letter describing your background and what brings you here.

Conditions to take part

  • Ability to adapt to a new environment/culture and a genuine commitment to the host organization.
  • Basic Spanish level

Insurance

For any project abroad, Freepackers requires travel insurance covering accidents, illness, repatriation and third-party liability. With Chapka Cap Student, you get 5% off.

Online language lessons

With Clic Campus: video lessons and an e-learning platform, from home.

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