Guadalajara is one of the most populated cities in Mexico. Although your tasks will vary based on the type of volunteer placement you choose, daily life as a volunteer in Guadalajara often involves shadowing a local professional in the field or supporting the operations of an organization or institution, followed by time engaging with locals and other volunteers.
After volunteer work. volunteers will have the chance to experiment with the local cuisine, go salsa dancing, or just go out and explore Guadalajara. Volunteers typically work Monday through Friday, which leaves plenty of time for weekend getaways and extra time to explore the city. Points of interest worth checking out in Guadalajara include Museo Regional de Guadalajara, the Guadalajara Cathedral, and the local futbol stadium and zoo, all of which will allow you to immerse yourself in the culture of the city. Cultural immersion through exploration, as well as interaction with your host family (if you have one) and other locals, is an integral part of volunteering in Guadalajara. Regardless of what you choose to spend your free time doing, volunteering in Guadalajara will surely give you an authentic Mexican experience.