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Volunteer Vacation Kenya Safari

Volunteer Vacation Kenya Safari

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi, Kenya for 14 Days • Contact provider for price

Provider: Eyes on nature expeditions

Explore the wonders of Kenya while helping those less fortunate than yourselves. This two-week journey gives you a wonderful introduction to the famous safari country whilst also providing you with the opportunity to help some of the abandoned children of the area. For Charity Works, Volunteer Tips and vacations.(We are also pioneers in arranging the ultimate Ethical Wild Life Safaris, Volunteer vacations , medical elective placements, corporate company breaks, Outreach mission trips, Educational Student &school trips to Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania,… 3 testimonials & more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Simple accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? Yes (custom departure). Price based on group size.

Thailand Elephant Volunteer Program

Thailand Elephant Volunteer Program

Mae Chaem District, Thailand for 7 Days • from $1,000* per person

Provider: Global Vision International (3 testimonials)

Working with indigenous communities to create a new future for this endangered species Volunteers will have daily contact with elephants that have been rescued from unacceptable living conditions. Saved from begging on city streets or performing in circus shows, they are being reintroduced into their natural habitat. This program brings volunteers for 1 to 8 weeks to a remote area in Chiang Mai Province of Northern Thailand, famous for its elephant keeping tribal traditions. This province is home to several… 2 testimonials & more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Basic accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Teaching In Thailand

Volunteer Teaching In Thailand

Krabi, Thailand for 14 Days • from $1,195* per person

Provider: Global Vision International (3 testimonials)

Combine professional teaching courses, cultural and adventure activities with critical volunteering projects This volunteer teaching program is located in the Thailand, Asia and volunteers are immersed into the local community from the start. Volunteers will be teaching adults aged 15-80 whilst simultaneously training to become a qualified TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) teacher. Durations range from 2 to 10 weeks, but staying longer means you can gain extra teaching experience at the local community center or local schools,… 2 testimonials & more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Basic accommodations
Max group size: 24 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer In Laos

Volunteer In Laos

Luang Prabang, Laos for 14 Days • from $1,195* per person

Provider: Global Vision International (3 testimonials)

Enhance the education of Buddhist monks in Laos as well as other members of the local community while experiencing the amazing local culture Enjoy the amazing culture and traditions of Laos, the “Land of a Million Elephants”, teaching novice Buddhist monks and community members in the Royal City of Luang Prabang, a city of silent saffron robed monks and ancient monasteries on the mighty Mekong River. In Laos, many rural boys move to urban areas to ordain as Buddhist monks… 2 testimonials & more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Simple accommodations
Max group size: 8 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In India

Volunteer Vacation In India

Meenambarkkam airport in Chennai (Madras), for 21 Days • from $2,495* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

You're needed to help orphaned and vulnerable children in Chennai, southern India. Official figures indicate that that there are over 5,000 child laborers in the Chennai area. Once homeless or living in unimaginable poverty, the youth we serve are now preparing for a productive, healthy future. Your help is much needed to teach and stimulate young minds, care for youth of all ages, assist with light construction and renovation to improve educational and living conditions, and provide medical care. Know… 1 testimonial & more

Offered December-March, July-October
Exertion level: 4
Simple accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In Jamaica

Volunteer Vacation In Jamaica

Kingston, Jamaica for 14 Days • from $1,995* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

Assist with community development projects in the fabled Blue Mountains. See your efforts transform a village!As the birthplace of Global Volunteers' service programs, Jamaica's mountain villages have welcomed us for nearly three decades. Volunteers have helped in many ways: building footbridges, painting classrooms and community centers, and occasionally by performing dental extractions, well-baby exams, and outreach to home-bound seniors.We invite you to serve this economically poor, isolated area. You'll find the tropical vistas of the travel brochures, certainly. But more,… 1 testimonial & more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 4
Simple accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In Tanzania

Volunteer Vacation In Tanzania

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania airport for 21 Days • from $2,495* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

The Serengeti Plain, the Great Ruaha Rift, and the Masai and Hehe tribes - these natural and cultural wonders of Tanzania can transport you to a world without pressures or worries. Sadly, the human realities within this beautiful region are startling: High infant mortality, poor health care, and low literacy rates stemming from extreme poverty.In the Iringa district, needs are immense and resources are few. Since 1987, we've worked in partnership with local leaders to bring human and economic resources… 1 testimonial & more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 4
Simple accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer In The USA

Volunteer In The USA

Great Falls International Airport in Great Falls, Montana for 7 Days • from $945* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

Unique and meaningful opportunities await you within the borders of the United States! From the hills of Appalachia to the prairies of Minnesota and the mountaintops of Montana, you can help resourceful communities make a better life for their children. We connect you one-on-one with local people on significant community projects for a week of service, learning and fun. Along with your teammates, you will have the unique experience of becoming a part of another community and becoming friends with… 1 testimonial & more

Offered January-October
Exertion level: 4
Simple accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Nepal: Connecting People And Places With A Trail Construction Project

Nepal: Connecting People And Places With A Trail Construction Project

Kathmandu, Nepal for 14 Days • from $2,970* per person

Provider: inside/out Adventures

Join me and our local guide, a native of the Khumbu region of the Nepal Himalayas, on this spectacular adventure along the foothills of some of the world’s highest peaks. We will travel into the heart of the majestic Himalayan mountains and into the rarely visited Lumding Valley. Very few Westerners have ever ventured into this completely unspoiled valley which lies in close proximity to the Everest Base Camp Trek route. Enjoy the spectacular scenery without the crowds and other… 1 testimonial & more

Offered April
Exertion level: 5
Simple accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer In An Orphanage In Cape Town, South Africa

Volunteer In An Orphanage In Cape Town, South Africa

Gordons Bay, South Africa for 14 Days • from $1,200* per person

Provider: Global Vision International (3 testimonials)

Explore South Africa, experience the culture and assist important childcare projects Situated just outside Stellenbosch and 45 minutes from Cape Town is a township where there is a orphanage for children who are in desperate need of educational enhancement. This volunteer program involves providing a safe, fun and creative environment for these children, giving them the opportunity to develop to their full potential. You will be involved in planning and implementing a program which uses, educational games, song and dance,… 1 testimonial & more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 3
Simple accommodations
Max group size: 12 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In China

Volunteer Vacation In China

Xi'an, China for 14 Days • from $2,495* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

China is both a land of mystery and an archeological and cultural wonder. Volunteering on a service program is a unique and meaningful way to discover this fascinating nation - home to one-fifth of the world's population.Working in three distinct metropolitan areas, volunteers on Global Volunteers service teams contribute to the educational development of youth, adults, teachers and also help care for at-risk babies in a children's home.Our hosts in the cities of Xi'an, Kunming, and Haikou City need your… 1 testimonial & more

Offered March-July, September-December
Exertion level: 4
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation Cook Islands

Volunteer Vacation Cook Islands

Rarotonga, Cook Islands for 14 Days • from $2,595* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

Few places in the world are as beautiful and idyllic as the Cook Islands of the South Pacific. Unspoiled ancient mountains ringed by crystal-clear, turquoise water attracted a hearty and self-reliant Maori people. Today, the beauty remains, but local people are challenged by a declining population, a weakened economy, and lost social programs.You can help restore the island's vitality and learn about a fascinating culture. Our NGO host partner on the main island of Rarotonga directs our work to help… 1 testimonial & more

Offered January-March, June-August, October
Exertion level: 4
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In Costa Rica

Volunteer Vacation In Costa Rica

San Jose, Costa Rica for 14 Days • from $2,595* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

"Pura vida" - Costa Ricans' traditional greeting which is literally translated "pure life" - means to walk lightly, stop and smell the flowers, take it easy, and enjoy life. If you enjoy "soft adventure," work with our host partners on family-friendly service efforts with resourceful grass-roots agencies.Local leaders near Santa Elena direct community development projects such as renovating buildings, landscaping public spaces, helping a women's community cooperative, painting classrooms, and improving eco-tourism. The variety of work changes from team to… 1 testimonial & more

Offered June-September, December
Exertion level: 5
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In Ghana

Volunteer Vacation In Ghana

Kotoka International Airport in Accra, Ghana for 14 Days • from $2,595* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

Scenic valleys and coastal communities await your helping hands. Work alongside children, adults and elders on basic, but critically important service projects. Our host partners seek help with broad-based economic and educational development to significantly improve local residents' quality of life.Long-term community plans call for an expanded market, improved health care facilities, and increased school resources. Here's a place where individuals, groups and families can make a significant difference -- help children who struggle with much that we take for… 1 testimonial & more

Offered December-October
Exertion level: 5
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In Mexico

Volunteer Vacation In Mexico

Querétaro, Mexico for 14 Days • from $2,295* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

As a Mexico volunteer, you teach English to college students in the Spanish colonial cities of Dolores Hidalgo and Queretaro.Our host communities are two of Mexico's finest cultural and historical attractions. You're immediately accepted and appreciated as a rare and valuable resource in the local students' quest to gain greater English language proficiency. Experience the best of Mexico: Vibrant cultural practices, strong family traditions, a clear and proud national identity, and students' determination to improve their future opportunities. 1 testimonial & more

Offered February, June, October
Exertion level: 4
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In Peru

Volunteer Vacation In Peru

Lima, Peru for 14 Days • from $2,595* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

Children in all countries of the world are precious. But those who must overcome great odds hold a special place in our hearts.The rapid migration of families from rural areas surrounding Lima into the city has generated many social problems and left thousands of children homeless or neglected.But, thanks to our host partners, loving and safe "homes" give vulnerable children in Lima a chance for a fulfilling future. Global Volunteers works in partnership with public and private children's homes to… 1 testimonial & more

Offered Year-round
Exertion level: 4
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In Romania:

Volunteer Vacation In Romania:

Otopeni International Airport in Bucharest, Romania for 21 Days • from $2,895* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

An enchanting and picturesque land where past and present rub shoulders, Romania is a nation of medieval cities, painted monasteries and towering mountains. Her people are likewise captivating, having survived a tumultuous history and a recent revolution with grace and fierce pride.We need you now to care for needy and abandoned babies and teach English to middle- school and high-school students. No matter the circumstances of their birth, infants, toddlers and teens understand the nurturing touch and kind words of… 1 testimonial & more

Offered February-December
Exertion level: 4
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In Ecuador

Volunteer Vacation In Ecuador

Quito, Ecuador for 14 Days • from $2,495* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

The spectacular ancient Andean culture, with its haunting music, expressive dance and vibrant dress, is matched only by the enchanting landscapes and hospitable people. In Ecuador, eleven distinct cultures weave harmoniously together to unite past and present.As a Global Volunteer, you experience Ecuador through her people...needy children, their families and care-givers. Extreme poverty is the reality for the children you'll serve in the Quito area, but you can help improve opportunities in these young lives. Our service program enables you… 1 testimonial & more

Offered January, April, June, July, October
Exertion level: 4
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer Vacation In Hungary

Volunteer Vacation In Hungary

Ferihegy Airport in Budapest, Hungary for 14 Days • from $2,695* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

Experience Hodmezovasarhely, (HOD-mezer-vah-shar-hey) Hungary: Rural vineyards, quaint neighborhoods, verdant parks, sidewalk cafes and art galleries -- All compelling indicators of the recent European Union partner's vibrant culture.After less than two decades of independence, Hungary has adopted English as the language of commerce, technology and opportunity. English is now widely spoken on the street and in business, and is mandatory in classrooms.You're needed to teach conversational English to Hungary's future leaders! Public schools administrators are requesting help with lessons and language… 1 testimonial & more

Offered March, April, September, October
Exertion level: 4
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No

Volunteer In South Africa

Volunteer In South Africa

Ben Shoeman Airport in East London for 14 Days • from $2,595* per person

Provider: Global Volunteers

Home of Nobel Peace prize-winners Archbishop Desmond Tutu and former President Nelson Mandela, South Africa is a land of contrasts and promise. The peaceful transition of South Africa from one of the world's most repressive societies into a stable democracy is one of the 20th century's most remarkable success stories. Today, the people of South Africa inspire freedom- seeking societies worldwide.Our development partnership with the village of Malungeni builds on local people's progress since the end of apartheid. You can… 1 testimonial & more

Offered January, March, July, September, November
Exertion level: 4
Comfort accommodations
Max group size: 20 people
Must form your own group? No