Without any cars, this tranquil land forces you to take it slowly and embrace a more simple way of life. But don’t worry, you’re not going to get bored with all the adventures waiting for you. You can swim with sharks and snorkel at the Hoi Chan Marine Reserve, and kayak among the island’s impressive mangrove trees, keeping your eyes peeled for crocodiles.
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Help Break the Cycle of Poverty in Romania
Known for its historic folklore, rich history, and beautiful countryside, Romania is still recovering from an oppressive government and adjusting to its recent admission to the European Union. There are still many in the population below the poverty line and high rates of illiteracy. This volunteer project focuses on support for adults on the autism spectrum. These individuals face disadvantages which can be mollified with proper resources, which volunteers on this trip will support. This support will involve renovation and additions to a Center for Autistic Young Persons, where those on the spectrum can get the support they need. Situated in Brasov in Transylvania, home of the legendary Dracula, this trip allows travelers to give back while experiencing this beautiful country. In their free time, travelers can visit the famous Black church, the old city in Brasov, and Bran’s castle, known as Dracula’s castle.
This trip is 8 days and costs $1,862. Globe Aware is a nonprofit organization that offers international volunteer programs that go beyond tourism. Globe Aware programs promote the immersion of participants in a unique way that also aligns with the United Nations sustainability goals. Volunteers get the chance to experience cultural awareness: acknowledging and celebrating the culture of a community, but not changing it. Participants will also work alongside the host community and help teach and learn skills with the concept of promoting sustainable practices.
Provide for Lion Cubs in South Africa
This trip’s participants will provide one-on-one care of lion cubs by preparing food and feeding them, helping them exercise, maintaining their enclosures, collecting data and preserving the park.
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Surf with Kids in Capetown, South Africa
Work in an adventure club for 12-14-year-old children who come from disadvantaged areas of Cape Town. The club is primarily focused on surfing and swim lessons, and volunteers will receive free surf lessons (no surfing exp. necessary, but must be able to swim!). Local kids will be taught sports, hikes, and life lessons (HIV, drugs, etc.). Volunteers will work with children 2-5 days a week and can spend their mornings relaxing on the beach, learning to surf, or helping out in a school. Afternoons are spent doing activities through the adventure club with 5-20 different children! On the trip, volunteers will have plenty of free time to explore the beautiful city, Cape Town, and explore Table Mountain National Park, see African Penguins, and explore beautiful hiking trails throughout the area! The min length for this trip is 14 days for $990, and the maximum length is 8 weeks for $2,730. Upcoming Departures: Every Friday.
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Help Educate the Village of Hoi An in Vietnam
Volunteers on this trip will head into the rural communities around Hao An to improve educational facilities, teaching methods, and provide supplies and lessons for students.
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Build a School in China for Children in Need
Despite booming economic development, rapid modernization, and the millennia old legacy of Chinese civilization, China’s migrant population continues to struggle for basic public resources. As cities continue to lure the population from rural towns, permit requirements gone unfulfilled for these moves have created a large migrant population ineligible for public social services, including public education. Volunteers on this trip will work in the only truly non-profit middle school for migrant children in the outskirts of Beijing. Tasks may include painting, building furniture, and improving facilities. The specific projects of each volunteer change with the needs of the moment. Participants will stay in the fifth ring of the city, where they will experience life in China near to the project site itself, but also in proximity to the impressive modern architecture and bustling spaces of Beijing, juxtaposed against the far reaching history present around every corner in its cultural heritage sites. The vibrant setting affords travelers the opportunity to see world wonders like the Great Wall of China and the incredible historic sites like the Forbidden City or the Temple of Heaven.
This trip is 7 days and costs $1,797. Globe Aware is a nonprofit organization that offers international volunteer programs that go beyond tourism. Globe Aware programs promote the immersion of participants in a unique way that also aligns with the United Nations sustainability goals. Volunteers get the chance to experience cultural awareness: acknowledging and celebrating the culture of a community, but not changing it. Participants will also work alongside the host community and help teach and learn skills with the concept of promoting sustainable practices.