A ten day journey in India that blends both volunteering and traveling offers participants with an engaging, meaningful, and impactful opportunity to explore India. Encompassing trips to the monumental sites of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra which includes the Taj Mahal, Qutab Minar, Humayun’s Tomb amongst others will ensure that participants get to travel as they volunteer for a local street children project.

India has a large number of children living on the streets and in poverty who do not have access to proper shelter, education, health, and parental care. The street children project is designed to address these inadequacies and uses the help of enthusiastic and sincere volunteers to reach out to these children at the local shelter/informal education center. Participants during the course of their volunteering, work in a local shelter/center and assist in activities such as teaching, carrying out administrative duties, and designing interactive lessons/games for the children at the shelter. Special art and craft sessions are also arranged in order to redecorate the center and engage more deeply with the children.

Spanning over ten days, the program aims to optimize the experience of an authentic and responsible traveling experience to India. 

Highlights

• Opportunity to volunteer for the street children project in India and make a positive difference to the lives of the underprivileged children without homes in the Capital city
• Opportunity to engage meaningfully with the children and help with activities such as teaching them, playing with them, decorating the daycare center and fundraising/sourcing essentials for the children
• A dedicated Delhi City tour encompassing visits to heritage sites such as Qutab Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, and India Gate.
• Get to witness the Taj Mahal, a renowned Wonder of the World and a signature experience of traveling in India and the beautiful pink city of Jaipur on a 2Nights/3 Days Golden Triangle Tour
• A chance to explore the bustle of Delhi, try local cuisines and live like a local 

Itinerary in Brief

• Day 1 – Group arrival in Delhi, India
• Day 2 – Project Work begins
• Day 3 – 5 Project Work in the morning. Evening activities include visit to Dilli Haat, Akshardham Temple and Isckon Temple
• Day 6 – Full Day Delhi Tour 
• Day 7-9 – Jaipur and Agra Tour
• Day 10- Transfer to Airport

Program Length

The program length is 10 days

Group Size

The minimum group size for the expedition is 10 members. 

Customize your group

The trip itinerary is fully flexible and the schedule can be customised depending on the group requirements.

Our phsyiotherapy placement is highly recommended for physio students looking to gain hands on exposure of working in a developing country. The physiotherapy placement takes place in a treatment and rehabilitation center for children and veterans affected by the consequences of the Vietnam War. The center also provides the veterans’ children with special and integrating education, vocational training education and creates the favorable conditions for them in reintegrating into the communities.

The center is home to more than 100 disabled children, most of whom have both mental and physical disabilities. They require both basic and extensive treatments, as well as vocational training from the center.

Participants role initially will involve observing local healthcare staff and therapists to better understand common practices and attitudes towards the injured and disabled in the developing world. Students then assist with tasks such as capacity building, devising short and long-term therapy plans, implementing exercise programs for patients, and more.

Highlights

• Assist the rehabilitation center’s staff
• Provide medical treatments and exercising activities to your patients
• Learn basic Vietnamese phrases
• Receive an induction and orientation class about living and traveling in Vietnam
• Explore Hanoi like a local
• Taste the local street food and experience authentic Vietnamese cuisine

Program Length

The program length is 2 weeks however it can be customized depending on the individual group requirements.

Customize your group

Thank you for your interest in developing a  program for your university group. At Volunteering Solutions we can customize a program that will meet your group requirements.

South Africa is a country of immense natural beauty, many diverse cultures and a unique political history. With its distinctive history of apartheid and transition to multi-cultural democracy, South Africa is a profoundly unique place to engage with issues of diversity, social justice and reconciliation. South Africa is positioned as a leader on the continent in terms of economic growth and political progress, yet it struggles with massive unemployment, slow economic growth, widespread poverty, income inequality and political stagnation. South Africa offers the opportunity for students to engage in social issues, interact with the stories of everyday South Africans and to practically make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities. 

Highlights

• Hospital and clinic visits
• Service learning in an underprivileged community in Cape Town. This includes working in a children’s clinic, adult respite center and in a home-based care program.
• Lectures and workshops with healthcare professionals
• Immersive cultural engagements; township bicycle tour, Cape Malay cooking experience, Robben Island prison tour and talk with former political prisoner
• Leisure activities; city sightseeing, Table Mountain and Cape Point

Activites and Experiences included in the Program

• Table Mountain
• Oranjezicht City Farm
• Company Gardens
• Greenmarket Square
• Cape Malay Cooking Experience
• Masiphumelele Township Bicycle Tour
• Bay Harbor Market
• Robben Island Prison Tour
• V&A Waterfront
• Ex-Robben Island Prisoner Talk with Lionel Davis
• Cape Point
• Simon’s Town
• Groote Schuur Hospital Tour
• Heart of Cape Town Museum

Program Length

The program length is 2 weeks however it can be customized to a duration depending on the group requirements.

Customize your Program

Thank you for your interest in developing a  program for your university group. At Volunteering Solutions we can customize a program that will meet your group requirements.

Our exceptional oral health placement program allows dental students to carry out dental care for children in rural community of Cambodia. Students are accompanied by experts who  have the adequate background in providing children healthcare programs, including dental care.

The students will receive sufficient training after arrival in Cambodia. On the ground training will be given upon arrival in Cambodia, to make sure the students feel confident and comfortable with the equipment used during placement. Every day the students will have the opportunity to handle good number of children that will certainly improve their skills and confidence level.

Highlights

• Explore the heart of Phnom Penh, visit the famous attractions

• Immerse in the local Cambodian culture and learn Cambodian language

• Visit a hospital and learn about health and dental care system in Cambodia

• Exchange knowledge with local experts about dental care in Cambodia

• Join dental treatment training with local experts

• Take part in a dental check up camp for children and promote dental awareness among them

Program Length

The program length is 2 weeks however it can be customized to a shorter duration depending on the group requirements.

Customize your Program

Thank you for your interest in developing a  program for your university group. At Volunteering Solutions we can customize a program that will meet your group requirements.

Overview 

This itinerary offers a rich blend of cultural immersion, volunteer work, and scenic exploration. Participants will engage in meaningful volunteer projects at Friendship Village, supporting children and veterans affected by Agent Orange through educational activities, herbal garden work, and recreational games. The trip includes a city tour of Hanoi, with visits to landmarks like the Museum of Ethnology and Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, and a day trip to the ancient village of Duong Lam to experience traditional Vietnamese culture. A highlight is a two-day cruise to Ha Long Bay, where participants can explore caves, kayak, and relax while enjoying stunning views. The journey also includes an exchange with local students, offering insights into Vietnamese education, and plenty of opportunities to savor authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Highlights of Trip

• Orientation & City Tour: Learn about local culture, language, and the project

• Duong Lam Village: Explore the most ancient village in northern Vietnam.
  Friendship Village: Volunteer activities with kids, herbal garden work, and talks with Vietnamese veterans

• Educational Exchange: Interact with local students

• Ha Long Bay: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site

• Guest Speaker: Insightful talk about Agent Orange and Friendship Village’s impact

Program Length

The program length is 10 days however it can be customized to a shorter duration depending on the group requirements.

Customize your Program

Thank you for your interest in developing a  program for your university group. At Volunteering Solutions we can customize a program that will meet your group requirements.

Highlights

• Volunteering in a Hospital Project or in a community service project with children
• Enjoying weekend trips with other volunteers
• Exploring the city of Arusha
• Staying with the group and other volunteers in a Volunteer house
• Get a unique cultural experience in a Masai Village
• Hiking and Swimming in Materuni Waterfalls

Itinerary Summary

This itinerary offers a balanced mix of cultural immersion, volunteering, and sightseeing in Tanzania. Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, participants will be welcomed by the Volunteering Solutions team and stay in a volunteer house in Arusha. The second day includes an orientation, city tour, and a welcome dinner.

From Day 3 to Day 7, volunteers will be divided into groups based on their focus area: Early Learning students will volunteer at a nursery school or children’s home, while Healthcare and Social Care students will gain valuable experience at hospital placement. Some volunteers may also participate in renovation and refurbishment activities, such as painting murals at project sites.

On Days 8 and 9, volunteers will enjoy a sightseeing trip, which includes visiting coffee plantations, learning about the indigenous Chagga tribe, hiking to Materuni Waterfalls, and swimming in Kilimanjaro’s tallest waterfall. There will also be a visit to a Maasai village, offering a unique cultural experience.

From Day 10 to Day 14, volunteers will continue their project work at the respective placements. Early years students will continue with children’s projects, while healthcare students continue at the hospital. Some may also work with children with special needs.

On Day 15, volunteers will depart for their return flight, concluding the program.

Program Length

The program length is 10 days - 2 weeks however it can be customized to a shorter duration depending on the group requirements.