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2012 Product Improvements:• All existing product will be cancelled and relaunched under new

codes & names• All product will be independent leading to much more flexibility,

availability and no worries about Guaranteed departures• Most products are 1 to 2 weeks in length (with set weekly departures) with extra add-on weeks available for booking

• All trip details have been reviewed for accuracy and much more information has been added to the dossiers about the projects

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Central AmericaCentral America

TCRSTT - Costa Rica Sea Turtle ConservationPlaya Matapalo, Costa Rica

7 DaysSpend your days volunteering at a sea turtle project on Costa Rica's Pacific coast. In your free time enjoy all

that Playa Matapalo has to offer including surf lessons, relaxing on the beach and enjoying legendary sunsets.

Life as a volunteer:•Discover how sea turtle conservation programs around the world work to protect these fascinating and endangered creatures•Participate in night patrols along the beach to ensure the safety of turtles and their nests•Collect data and and work to maintain the area•Depending on the season, monitor baby turtle hatcheries, count turtles and release them into the ocean•Visit nearby Manual Antonio National Park on a free weekend•Enjoy warm Pacific beaches and incredible sunsets—right out front of your shared volunteer dorm.

Accommodation: Multi-share dormitory (6 nts) Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Seasonal project from July to November4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TCRSTTX

About this Project: The Pacific Sea Turtle Project is a conservation

initiative undertaken to protect endangered sea turtles and their

nests, and improve the chance for survival of hatchlings on Matapalo

Beach. Using man-made turtle hatcheries (called 'viveros') to

protect turtle eggs and joining in vigilant beach patrols, volunteers

provide vital resources and support.

TCREST - Surf and Teach English in Costa RicaPlaya Matapalo, Costa Rica

14 DaysVolunteer at a special high school that teaches tourism training, conversational English and sustainable

farming with free time for surfing, relaxing on the beach and watching legendary pacific sunsets.

Life as a volunteer:•Spend half days volunteering as an assistant in English classes to improve conversational abilities of students learning tourism•Help out in the practice kitchen, the computer lab, in the dairy and cheese workshop, or in the tree nursery and recycling programs•Take surf lessons on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, one of the best places on earth to learn to surf!•In your spare time, learn about the onsite sea turtle conservation project, relax on the beach and take in the gorgeous Pacific sunsets.

Accommodation: Multi-share dormitory (13 nts)Meals: 13 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 12 DinnersSpecial Notes: 1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Basic Spanish mandatory / Intermediate Spanish recommended 4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TCRESTX

About this Project: The project at this technical high school provides students with practical skills in the

farming, community ecotourism and hospitality. With lots going on,

you will spend your time volunteering teaching English

classes and participating in various activities. For example, one of the

newer Planeterra-supported projects in the region is the

recycling program, which not only separates plastic, cans and glass

but transforms manure into organic fertilizer to be used in the project’s

nursery. Talk about sustainable!

TCRCST - Caribbean Sea Turtle ConservationTortuguero, Costa Rica

15 DaysGive back and learn more about sea turtle conservation in beautiful Tortuguero (on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica). This project is a must for nature lovers looking to make a real difference in conservation and

protection of sea turtles.

Life as a volunteer:•Assist with the biological monitoring program•Maintain the project’s facilities, yards and trails•Share in preparing meals and daily chores•Assist visiting researchers with data collection•Experience life in Tortuguero, where rivers meet the sea

Accommodation: Hotel (1 nt), rustic lodge with bunk beds (13 nts)Meals: 13 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 13 dinners. Participants assist with meal preparation and clean up.Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. Seasonal project from February to November 4. Basic Spanish recommended5. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TCRCSTX

About this Project: Located in Tortuguero on the coast of Costa Rica, the Caribbean Sea Turtle

Conservation project studies turtles nesting on unprotected beaches. The globally endangered green,

leatherback, hawksbill and loggerhead sea turtles come ashore to nest on beaches accessible from the station.

Volunteers will take part in night patrols and will assist in tagging and data collection. There are no roads in the area, and visitors to Caño Palma arrive by boat via a

network of rivers and canals.

TCRWRT  - Wildife Rescue in Costa RicaLa Fortuna, Costa Rica

8 DaysA perfect project for animal lovers who want to learn more about the unique and endangered creatures of

Costa Rica and assist in their rehabilitation and release back into the wild.

Life as a volunteer:•Assist with receiving and evaluation of recently arrived animals•Introduce animals to their new living quarters according to their natural habitats•Cleaning of cages and living areas•Maintenance of facilities•Preparation of animal diets and foods•Daily care and eventual liberation of animals back into the forest

Accommodation: Hotel (1 nt), Homestay with local family and shared bathroom (6 nts)Meals: 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinnersSpecial Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TCRWRTX

About this Project: Costa Rica is known for its incredible forests and

wildlife; however, human encroachment has resulted in a

decline in wildlife populations and an increase in the number of

species listed as endangered. This project works to rehabilitate injured animals and seeks to

educate the public of the need to protect their habitats.

TCRSVT - Learn Spanish & Volunteer in Costa RicaManuel Antonio, Costa Rica

8 DaysTake Spanish classes, work with the elderly and immerse yourself in the local culture of beautiful coastal

Costa Rica

Life as a volunteer:•Take half-day Spanish classes and improve your skills•Experience community life through a family homestay•Provide much-needed help to the region's elderly•Provide support to staff at the centre•Explore Quepos and Manuel Antonio's beach town and incredible rainforests•Free time to hike the trails and spot monkeys or try your hand at surfing

Accommodation: Hotel (1 nt), Homestay with local family (6 nts)Meals: 6 breakfasts, 6 dinners Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. Basic Spanish recommended4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TCRSVTX

About this Project: Participants will learn Spanish language skills at

a school located near Manuel Antonio National Park—one of

Costa Rica's most popular parks. The region surrounding the school

offers some of the world's most spectacular beaches—and an

extraordinary range of biodiversity. Volunteers work with elderly

people in the area, providing an opportunity for the elderly to

receive one-on-one attention, learn new skills and receive better

nutrition and healthcare.

TCPSVT - Learn Spanish and Volunteer in PanamaBocas del Toro, Panama

14 DaysLearn Spanish and volunteer at various local projects on an island off the Caribbean coast of Panama. A

learning and helping experience in a tropical paradise like no other.

Life as a volunteer:•Explore Bocas del Toro, an island paradise with a mix of indigenous, Caribbean, and Hispanic cultures•Spend half days in Spanish classes and improve your language skills•Spend the other half of your day volunteering at your chosen project*Free time Snorkel, scuba dive, head to the beach or check out various sustainable tourism initiatives throughout the archipelago*Enjoy the tasty fresh fish that abounds in this Caribbean town!

Accommodation: Homestay in multi-share dorm (13 nts)Meals: None included - Access to a shared kitchenSpecial Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Basic Spanish recommended. 4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TCPSVTX

About this Project: Choose to volunteer at one of three

worthwhile projects including a daycare centre for children aged 1-

4, a home for elderly people or a nearby high school. Taking Spanish

classes while volunteering will provide you with the opportunity to better connect and communicate

with the community.

TCGVCT - Children's Art & Culture WorkshopLake Atitlan, Guatemala

15 DaysA perfect fit for creative volunteers who enjoy working with children and appreciate a moderate climate

with gorgeous scenery. Connect with the local community and give back through creative means.

Life as a volunteer:•Assist with various activities including gymnastics, dance, theatre and painting•Work on arts and crafts activities with the children•Enjoy home-cooked lunches on site with other volunteers and staff•Live in the mountains just above the beautiful Lake Atitlan•Discover Guatemalan Mayan indigenous culture as it is today•Provide these children the chance to experience the arts and learn more about their heritage•Get to know the unique town of San Marcos on the lake, go swimming or take boat rides to explore surrounding villages

Accommodation: Basic hotel (2 nts), multi-share dorm (13 nts)Meals: 10 lunches (Monday to Friday at the project)Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. Basic Spanish mandatory / Intermediate Spanish recommended4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TCGVCTX

About this Project: This project brings art and culture alive for children who would otherwise

never have the chance to experience this type of education. A unique and well run program, it includes activities as diverse as gymnastics, dance, theatre and

arts and crafts. The program’s fee goes toward a scholarship for a

child to attend the program, who might have otherwise begun work at a young age. Youth leaders who have graduated from the program serve as role models to the other children, and grow into successful

leaders in their community.

TCGLST - Teach Life Skills in Antigua

Antigua, Guatemala7 Days

Take part in a successful after-school program that helps to improve the lives of children who live just outside the beautiful colonial town of Antigua. Making lasting friendships and living with a local family adds

to the unforgettable experience.

About this Project: This project seeks to provide meaningful education opportunities

to over 1000 children who hail from poor coffee-growing families. The goal is to help improve living conditions and provide skills and confidence needed to create a brighter future. Programs include computer classes, tutoring in reading and writing skills, English

classes, recreational activities and a bi-monthly health clinic.

Accommodation: Family home stay (6 nights)Meals: 6 breakfast, 5 lunches, 6 dinnersSpecial Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. Basic Spanish mandatory / Intermediate Spanish strongly recommended in order to be able to give and get the most out of the experience4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TCGLSTX

Life as a volunteer: •Spend 4–6 hours per day working alongside friendly staff and international volunteers•Share your skills and enthusiasm in areas of your interest•Take part in IT programs, literacy, arts, crafts and sports•Participate in recreational and educational activities that make learning fun•Inspire children to continue with their studies •Learn about life in a Guatemalan homestay and greatly improve your Spanish skills•Explore the beautiful and famous colonial town of Antigua before or after your volunteer experience

TCNSVT - Volunteer & Learn Spanish in Nicaragua

Granada, Nicaragua7 Days

Spend a half day learning Spanish and half day volunteering at various projects in Granada. A perfect combination of learning and giving in this beautiful colonial city.

About this Project: The Spanish Language School assists students in quickly and

efficiently establishing a firm foundation in Spanish. Family homestays will help you to

communicate effectively and introduce you to Nicaraguan social and cultural life. Your time

spent volunteering at a pre-school, after-school program or on an eco-lodge will enable

you to give back to this friendly country.

Accommodation: Multi-share dorm at a family homestay (6 nts)Meals: 6 breakfast, 5 lunches, 6 dinnersSpecial Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Basic Spanish recommended 4. Volunteer project must be chosen in advance5. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TCNSVTX

Life as a volunteer: •Spend half days learning Spanish with the balance of the day volunteering•Based on your interests, participate in an after-school program teaching painting, jewelry-making and English or working on a recycling project; assist in the day-to-day care of 2–4 year-olds at a daycare centre or help with sustainable farming practices at a cooperative family eco-lodge•In your free time explore the colonial city of Granada or take side trips to the volcanic island of Ometepe, or seaside San Juan del Sur

South AmericaSouth America

TSEVGT - Galapagos Island Conservation

San Cristobal Island, Galapagos10 Days

Volunteer in the Galapagos Islands helping to conserve one of the last remnants of native vegetation. You'll assist with reforestation, agricultural work and station maintenance.

About this Project: The aim of this biological research station is to conserve

native highland forests by eradicating invasive plant species replacing them with native trees and vegetation. The project

works collaboratively with local landowners to develop agricultural alternatives for the

production of vegetables and fruits to sell to local universities, restaurants and hotels.

Accommodation: Simple hotels (2 nts), Shared rustic cabin (7 nts).)Meals: 9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners.Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. This trip spends 7 nights in Galapagos and 2 nights in Quito4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TSEVGTX

Life as a volunteer: •Volunteer up to eight hours a day with siesta (half days on Saturdays)•Contribute to trail maintenance, soil preparation and nursery work•Maintain vegetable gardens, reconstruct habitats and engage in organic farming•Participate in reforestation initiative and collect forestry data•Enjoy free time on weekends and evenings •Explore San Cristobal’s beautiful beaches •Discover the wildlife of the Galapagos, including giant tortoises, iguanas, sea lions and more•Help restore Galapagos to its natural state by contributing to this important conservation program

TSEVET - Ecuadorian Coastal Farming

Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador10 Days

Enjoy all that the Rio Muchacho Farm and this coastal community have to offer by helping out on the organic farm and assisting at the primary school.

About this Project: A training and education centre for sustainable agriculture, this project offers a wide variety of ecotourism activities for volunteers and visitors. It promotes local sustainability through its organic farm and

environmental school and works directly with the community. Here, you’ll contribute to

promoting healthy and sustainable lifestyles and the development of the centre—a model

for self-sufficient living.

Accommodation: Hotel (2 nts), Shared rustic cabin (7 nts).Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 7 Dinners.Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. This trip spends 7 nights in the Bahia area and 2 nights in Quito 4. Basic Spanish is recommended5. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TSEVETX

Life as a volunteer: •A volunteer’s day starts at 6am—rising early is part of farm life!•Feed animals, clean, harvest and help with meals•Divide your time between planting, composting, weeding, fertilizing, irrigating and seeding•Assist in the construction, renovation and maintenance of traditional and environmental schools•Watch films pertaining to environmental issues, permaculture and organic farming •Enjoy Wednesdays spent fishing, horseback riding or engaged in cultural activities

TSEVCT - Galapagos Island Community Volunteering

San Cristobal Island, Galapagos10 Days

Volunteer in the Galapagos Islands working with local families, participating in environmental education workshops that promote conservation and local farming

About this Project: This project is located on a large piece of land in a small farming

community on the island of San Cristobal. The project’s mission is to strengthen the

community—as well as its surrounding environment. Indeed, the community’s vitality

is an important factor in conserving these unique islands.

Accommodation: Simple hotels (2 nts), Shared rustic cabin (7 nts).Meals: 2 Breakfasts. (Volunteers cook meals onsite)Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. This trip spends 7 nights in Galapagos and 2 nights in Quito 4. Basic Spanish is recommended 5. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TSEVCTX

Life as a volunteer: •Live and work Monday to Friday at the station•Help local farmers clear invasive plants from their farms•Work on the project’s organic garden, milk cows and roast your own coffee!•Help replace 8km of water piping for the community—an ongoing project.•Battle invasive species and plant native and endemic plants•Explore San Cristobal’s beaches and the wildlife of the Galapagos in your spare time

TSEVWT - Whale Conservation in Ecuador

Puerto Lopez, Ecuador22 Days

Spend a few weeks working with experts on Whale conservation-an experience of a lifetime. Play a part in addressing some of the issues that shape the future of our planet's oceans and wildlife off Ecuador's Pacific

coast.

About this Project: The Pacific Whale Project focuses on marine research, education

and conservation and in general working to address the issues that shape the future of the ocean and its inhabitants—humpback

whales, dolphins and their habitat. They take on issues from reducing litter on the region’s beaches to advocating against commercial

whaling and facilitating environmental education programs in schools.

Accommodation: Hotel (2 nts), Shared accommodation at the project (19 nts).Meals: 21 Breakfasts, 18 Lunches, 19 Dinners.Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. This trip spends 19 nights in the Puerto Lopez area and 2 nights in Quito4. Basic Spanish is recommended 5. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TSEVWTX

Life as a volunteer: •Take part in field work aboard the project’s boats from June through September•Compile data for the program—photograph and track whales•Enjoy the rhythm of life in a seaside town of ~8,000 people•Explore Isla de la Plata, renowned for its biodiversity and wildlife•Participate in a program that teaches Ecuadoran children about ocean ecosystems•Contribute to vital knowledge on the movements and health of whales on their annual migration to Antarctica

TSATET - Teaching English in Argentina

Buenos Aires, Argentina14 Days

Volunteer with children and young people in Buenos Aires. Share your skills and enthusiasm by assisting in teaching English to students of all ages and backgrounds.

About this Project: The organization works alongside locally-run projects to encourage sustainable development in the community through various programs. Volunteers are matched with partner organizations across Buenos Aires that are in need of support.

Where you are placed is based on both the needs of the community and your specific

interests and abilities.

Accommodation: Volunteer House - Multi-Share Accommodation (13 nts).Meals: No meals included, self-catering facilities available in the house.Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Basic Spanish is recommended 4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TSATETX

Life as a volunteer: •Assist the students with pronunciation, reading, writing, comprehension, grammar and vocabulary•Help students prepare for upcoming school and international exams•Develop, at your discretion, a teaching project on topics such as traditions and celebrations, historical events, music, theater plays, etc.•Play educational games with the kids•Serve as a role model and mentor for the students•Share a volunteer house and explore the Buenos Aires, the Paris of the South

TSAOFT - Organic Farming in Argentina

El Bolson, Argentina14 Days

Get your hands dirty on an organic farm in spectacular Patagonia. Learn about a sustainable lifestyle whilst helping develop a local family-owned farm.

About this Project: Volunteer with an organic farm in Patagonia. Learn all you need

to know about sustainability while contributing to the development of this

family-owned farm, which is a model in the community for self-sufficient living. The farm

utilizes bio-intensive farming methods, promoting sustainable farming and living.

Gain experience working in an organic vegetable garden and medicinal plant

gardens, while caring for sheep, chickens, cows and horses.

Accommodation: Shared rustic log cabin (13 nts).Meals: No meals included, but enjoy fresh vegetables from the garden..Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TSAOFTX

Life as a volunteer: •Work in organic vegetable and medicinal herb gardens•Care for farm animals•Learn how to milk a cow and shear a sheep!•Assist with drying fruits and seed saving•Learn how to make your own jam, yogurt and bread•Marvel at the beauty of Patagonia

TSAVCT - Learn Spanish & Volunteer with Kids

Buenos Aires, Argentina14 Days

Learn Spanish whilst volunteering with children and young people in Buenos Aires. Enjoy Spanish classes to improve your language skills and then practice at a local Buenos Aires Kindergarten.

About this Project: An educational centre for young children who are threatened by poverty and faced with problems such as

environmental pollution, malnutrition, violence and a lack of education. This centre in Buenos Airess is supported by donations

and the help of volunteers only, and does not receive any public funding. Your time will be

spent providing an environment where children can develop intellectually and

emotionally in a safe and stable environment. You'll assist the centre's two teachers, participating in various activities and

providing much-needed support to the staff.

Accommodation: Volunteer House - Multi-Share Accommodation (13 nts.)Meals: No meals included, self-catering facilities available in the house.Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Basic Spanish is recommended 4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TSAVCTX

Life as a volunteer: •Improve your Spanish with 10 hours of classes per week, enabling greater interaction with children at the project•Sing, build handicrafts, draw, and play games in the kindergarten classroom•Assist in the planning of activities•Teach the preschool children numbers, the Spanish alphabet and their first words in English•Serve as a personal contact and role model for the children•Assist the two teachers in cooking and serving food, washing dishes and cleaning•Share a volunteer house and explore the Buenos Aires, the Paris of the South

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TATCVT - Island Conservation in Southern ThailandKoh Phra Thong, Thailand

7 Days

For Nature Lovers and those who wish to experience simple island village life this trip is Paradise Found. Living, teaching and working with the locals of Koh Phra Thong, you will assist with environmental and cultural conservation projects on this untouched pearl in the Andaman

Sea.

About this Project: Koh Prah Thong is the location for the STA Travel's

Community Tourism Project to support community tourism and conservation

in Southern Thailand. Join us to engage with fascinating cultures,

traditional crafts and pristine environments.

Accommodation: Guesthouse (1 nts), Island Homestay (5 nts)Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 5 DinnersSpecial Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TATCVTX

Life as a volunteer:•Live with the locals during your Island homestay•Participate in ongoing conservation and research programs, including monitoring beaches, mangrove forests, sea grass beds, and coral reefs•Help out a woman's craft and textile group or set out with the local fishermen on a long tail boat to try your luck with local fishing techniques.•Environmental education, helping out in the Village Garden or the Community Center are other volunteering activities that you may be involved in

TATECT - Thai Elephant ConservationChiang Mai, Thailand

7 DaysEnjoy 7 days working 'hands on' with elephants at a rescue center near Chiang Mai, Northern

Thailand and lend a hand at local conservation projects in the region.

The Elephant Conservation project aims to provide shelter and protection for elephants in distress from all over the Kingdom. The project is supported by volunteers from

around the world and financed largely by the private sector. Set in a valley surrounded by

forested mountains, the park offers a peaceful home for its residents—over 30

neglected and abused elephants. Instead of working for humans, the elephants are cared

for by a team of full-time staff and park volunteers.

Accommodation: On site volunteer huts (6 nights) Meals: 6 Breakfast, 7 Lunches, 6 Dinners

Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old2. Program starts on Mondays3. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TATECTX

Life as a volunteer:•Beginning at 7am, a volunteer’s typical day continues until 5pm•Prepare food for the elephants and assist keepers with bathing the elephants•Enjoy free time to enjoy the park or explore the nearby town•Lean about how elephants communicate and form family units•Learn about elephant health and treatments•Assist with a local reforestation program

TAVRCT - Vietnam Animal RescueHo Chi Minh City, Vietnam

7 DaysThe Rescue Center cares for confiscated animals from the illegal wildlife trade and repatriates them back into the wild. Working alongside the Project's staff, you will be involved in the day-

to-day care of Primates, Pangolins, Otters, Chinese Water Dragons, Bengal Water Monitor Lizards and Turtles. Tasks include helping to prepare their meals, changing foliage in

enclosures, and general maintenance.

About this Project: Founded in 2003, the Cu Chi Rescue Station is dedicated to protecting the biodiversity of Vietnam by combating the

illegal wildlife trade and promoting the conservation of endangered species and their

habitats. It acts as a reserve for wildlife confiscated from illegal traders and hunters, returning rehabilitated animals to the wild

and educating visitors about wildlife conservation.

Accommodation: Simple Hotels/Guesthouse (7 nights)Meals: No Meals IncludedSpecial Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TAVRCTX

Life as a volunteer:•Beginning at 9am, a volunteer’s typical day at the centre wraps up by 4:30pm•Care for primates, pangolins, otters, Chinese water dragons, monitor lizards and turtles.•Help to prepare meals, clean the animal’s enclosures and change foliage•Prepare playground equipment for some of the animals•Each day’s tasks will be determined by a schedule and the needs of each animalEvenings are free to relax and explore the area

TAVTCT- Teaching English in Central VietnamDong Ha (Hue), Vietnam

7 Days

During your time in Dong Ha, you’ll enjoy the chance to teach English at the community schools, as well as contributing your time to local initiatives and social programs.

About this Project: At the Trung Vuong Primary School you’ll assist in the teaching of art, music and computer classes, as well as standard Vietnamese curriculum. You’ll

also have a chance to interact with some of the brightest students in the region, eager to strengthen their conversational English

at the Le Quy Don Secondary School.

Accommodation: Simple Hotel (6 nt) Meals: 6 Breakfast, 6 Lunch, 5 Dinners. Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Mondays3. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TAVTCTX

Life as a volunteer:•Explore Dong Ha, a small city off the beaten path•Spend mornings teaching English to students in Grades 1–6, afternoons to Grades 10–12•Visit the Vinh Linh Blind Association and learn about this member run organization•Enjoy dinners at local restaurants—you may even earn an invitation to one of your fellow teacher’s homes•Live like a local and ride your bicycle to and from the Schools

TAVHBT- Teaching English in Halong BayHalong Bay, Vietnam

7 Days

During your time in Dong Ha, you’ll enjoy the chance to teach English at the community schools, as well as contributing your time to local initiatives and social programs.

About this Project: The Cua Van Fishing Village is located in a calm bay surrounded by the forested islands that are scattered across Halong Bay. The village and the community’s small school are built on floating platforms.

With students ranging in age from 8–17, volunteers here assist young pupils with their English lessons—a language valued by many

Vietnamese families.

Accommodation: Simple Hotel (1 night) and Homestay at the primary school (5 nights) Meals: 6 Breakfast, 6 Lunch, 5 Dinners.Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Saturdays3. Minimum of 2 volunteers required to book this program4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TAVHBTX

Life as a volunteer:•Stay at the school’s library in the heart of the village•Spend time teaching children English in different grades•Practice and teach English with adults•Prepare dinner with the school’s teachers•Enjoy a night of karaoke in the village•Integrate into a very unique and welcoming local culture

TAKSRT - Teaching Children in CambodiaSiem Reap, Cambodia

14 DaysImmerse yourself in heartwarming Khmer Culture whilst providing life changing opportunities for these beautiful but struggling people. Assist local teachers with lessons in English, Math,

Computers or Sewing, for disadvantaged children and their families.

About this Project: New Hope is a community outreach centre based in Mondul Bai, one of the poorest slum areas on the outskirts of

Siem Reap. While travelers from all over the world marvel at the wonder of Angkor Wat,

many people in this community live in abject poverty. The project aims to restore hope,

dignity and promise to these once proud and prosperous people by providing education, health and vocational training programs.

Accommodation: Guesthouse (13 nts) Meals: 13 Breakfast Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old.2. Program starts on Sundays3. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TAKSRTX

Life as a volunteer:•Volunteer for either a half or full day during your•Assist Khmer teachers with English, Math and Computer lessons•Lend a hand with sewing workshops•Relax in the evenings at your guesthouse or explore Siem Reap•Explore Angkor Wat and other temples sites during your free time•Dine with other volunteers at the project’s restaurant•Learn about the challenges faced by local families•Visit the onsite health clinic to learn about local initiatives

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Accommodation: Volunteer house (6 nts) - multi-share (up to 4 per room). Meals: 6 Breakfast, 5 Lunch, 6 Dinners.

Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be 18 years of age or older.2. Minimum stay 1 week, maximum stay is 8 weeks.3. Starting Sundays year round except December to mid-January.4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TDACBTX

TDACBT - Teach Children in South Africa

Noordhoek (near Cape Town), South Africa7 Days

Lend a hand at pre-schools and primary schools on the coast outside of Cape Town. Spend time with over 35 children between 2 and 6 years at a pre-school and support teachers at a primary

school that has over 1,300 students.

About this Project: Township schools on the outskirts of Cape Town are

often ill-equipped and the facilities in need of refreshing. As a volunteer,

you’ll assist teachers at a pre-school built from shipping containers which have been converted into brightly

colored classrooms. Here you’ll lend a hand with healthcare, building projects

and sports.

Life as a volunteer:•Assist teachers in preschools and primary classrooms•Tutor students in English and Mathematics•Encourage creativity with arts and craft projects•Organize sports activities for students•Relax in the evenings at the volunteer house, equipped with a private pool*Free time to take a cable ride up Table Mountain and visit Boulders Beach and its resident penguins•Explore Cape Point and spot some baboons

TATCVT - Zambia Lion ResearchLivingstone, Zambia

7 Days

Spend a week participating in hands-on research with lions in their natural environment and lend a hand on local environmental awareness projects to help protect lions and other wildlife

in Zambia.

About this Project: The African Lion and Environmental Research Trust (ALERT) is a non-profit organization

that seeks to provide solutions to the problem of rapidly decreasing lion

populations through the reintroduction of the offspring of captive-bred lions into national parks and reserves. The program has been designed to ensure

that communities bordering the conservation area are involved in the initiative in order to foster support for

wildlife conservation.

Accommodation: Adventure tent (1nt), Volunteer house (5 nts) - multi-share. Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 5 Dinners

Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be minimum 18 years old and 1.5m/5ft tall.2. Minimum stay 1 week, maximum stay is 8 weeks.3. Program starts on Sundays4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TDZLCTX

Life as a volunteer:•Assist management, guides and handlers in caring for the lions•Collect behavioral data•Walk alongside lions as the young cubs learn to stalk their prey•Work with local community schools on a conservation education program•Record location, group sizes and other data for an elephant monitoring project•Visit nearby Victoria Falls and take advantage of the variety of activities on offer•Immerse yourself in local Zambian culture•Relax in the evenings with other volunteers

TDZLMT - Zambia Medical ProjectLivingstone, Zambia

7 Days

Spend 7 days providing some much needed assistance at Home Based care facilities in Livingstone. Help out at a home for the elderly and with an HIV/Aids Education Program.

About this Project: Provide much-needed assistance at care homes for

the elderly, support home- based caregivers and help to co-ordinate HIV education programmes. Gain insight into Zambia’s health care field and make a positive impact on the local

community through a specially structured program. While you don’t

need to be medically qualified for this project, basic first aid is highly

recommended.

Accommodation: Adventure tent (1nt), Volunteer house (5 nts) - multi-share. Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 5 Dinners

Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be 18 years of age or older.2. Starting Sundays except in December.3. Please advise if you have any medical training.4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TDZLMTX (maximum stay is 8 weeks).

Life as a Volunteer:•Assist staff with basic care, take vital signs and help with record keeping•Work alongside caregivers on visits to homes throughout the region•Lend a hand with school refurbishment and building projects•Spend afternoons assisting adult literacy, reading and art clubs•Spend time with residents at a home for the elderly—and organize activities•Visit nearby Victoria Falls and take advantage of the variety of activities on offer

TDMCTT - Teach Children in MozambiqueVilanculos, Mozambique

7 Days

Spend one week helping out a pre-school learning centre and work alongside local teachers in preparing young children for primary school. Some activities may include singing and dancing with the children, encouraging creativity through painting and teaching basic English lessons.

About this Project: Set in the small, tropical beach town of Vilanculos, this

project carries out a range of community development work. Spend your mornings at a local preschool and most afternoons involved in a number

of exciting community initiatives, including language lessons, building a home for a local family and coaching

sports.

Accommodation: Simple Lodge (1 nt), Volunteer house (5 nts - Multi-share rooms/may be unisex). Meals: 6 Breakfast, 6 Lunch, 5 Dinners

Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be 18 years of age or older.2. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TDMCTTX (maximum stay is 8 weeks).3. Starting Sundays 1 March - 30 November.

Life as a volunteer:•Stay in thatched bungalows near the beach•Work with groups of eight young students at a local preschool•Sing and dance with the children in English, Xhosa and Portuguese•Lend a green thumb in the preschool’s garden•Prepare lunches for the students•Explore the area on your free weekends•Relax in the evenings with other volunteers

TDKKTT- Teach Children in KenyaLimuru (outskirts of Nairobi), Kenya

7 Days

Gain a unique perspective on local culture while volunteering at schools that help to improve the lives of the local population. Give a little of your time to Africa and take away a truly

imersive experience that few travellers encounter.

About this Project: Volunteer with primary and preschools in Limuru,

located near Nairobi. As an assistant to the teaching staff, you’ll provide

extra support and encouragement to the young students at schools which

are often understaffed and underfunded. You may have the opportunity to participate in a

Community Feeding program, which takes place every other Wednesday and provides basic food staples to

over 300 elderly.

Accommodation: Simple hotel (1 nts), Volunteer Cottage (5 nts - possibly multi-share). Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 5 Dinners. Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be 18 years of age or older.2. Program starts on Sundays3. No alcohol or tobacco are permitted at the volunteer accommodation4. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TDKKTTX

Life as a volunteer:•Gain teaching experience in a challenging environment•Provide support to teachers and students and contribute to a positive learning environment•Organize sports and arts activities for the students•Work on refurbishing school buildings•Spend time with community members from Nairobi’s slums, and gain a greater understanding of what life is like in urban Kenya•Relax at the volunteer house

TDTZJT- Teach Children in ZanzibarJambiani (Zanzibar)-Tanzania

7 Days

Spend a week volunteering at local schools on the island of Zanzibar, helping teachers to organize educational games, arts and crafts activities and sports

About this Project: Based in a village on Zanzibar’s east coast, you’ll assist at one of the local schools, which are

typically understaffed and underfunded. You’ll assist students

individually and provide the attention needed to help them gain confidence

in their studies. English language training provides a great benefit to

students and their parents—and although it’s not necessary, volunteers with TEFL qualifications are an asset!

Accommodation: Simple Hotel (1 nt), Simple volunteer cottages/bungalows (5 nts) - Multi-share (up to 4 per room) Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 Dinners.

Special Notes:1. All passengers on this trip must be 18 years of age or older.2. Program starts Sundays year round except end July / beginning August3. Want to extend your volunteer experience at this project? Add extra weeks using code TDTZJTX

Life as a volunteer:•Spend mornings and afternoons at local schools•Bicycle to and from the schools, returning to the volunteer base for lunch•Develop creative skills through crafts such as painting, drawing and colouring•Organize sports programs•Assist in improving educational facilities in the community•Get a taste of Zanzibar’s culture—learn a little Kiswahili•Relax in the evenings at the volunteer beach bungalows

G Voluntours/teers (non-exclusive) that will be featured in the brochure:• ACZJ - Panda Conservation Adventure

• ATVJ - Thailand Volunteer & Hilltribe Trek• ATPC - Explore Cambodia & Laos-Volunteer

• DTPJ - Project Tanzania & Safari• DKVK - Kenya Project & Safari

• DZPT - Zambia Community Work & Safari• CRPJ - Project Costa Rica

• TSPPAN - Peru Amazon Wildlife Adventure (Independent with extra weeks)

• TSPJMN - Project Cuzco Kids (Independent with extra weeks)

• TSZPBJ - Project Brazil (Independent with extra weeks)

Need to Knows:

Once a bookings is confirmed, all agents will receive the confirmation email that will include links to the Volunteer

Application Form and trip details.

PLEASE forward all trip details to clients to ensure they are well prepared and informed about the project and volunteer

experience. This is critical!

All Volunteers must complete this as it provides important information about their interests, experience etc.

All volunteers working with children must complete a criminal background check and will not be able to travel until this has been completed. The system will not allow agents to confirm

within in 30 days until proof of the background check has been received.

Booking Process on Sherpa:

• Visit the Agent User Guide on Sherpa

• Give G Adventures a call if you have any questions or need assistance