8 Ways To Get Involved In Educational Volunteer Traveling

Chrissy-Weems

Are you looking to volunteer travel? If yes, then you should be ready to travel to the most adventurous and remote parts of the world, depending on the volunteer destination. Here are eight ways to get involved in volunteer traveling:

World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF)

Lodging and board are provided for those who work on the farm for a day. You can volunteer for a week to several years. With multiple hosts present in 53 nations, there are volunteer opportunities ideal for everyone.

Turtle Teams, Global

This name represents the numerous small groups that assist sea turtles that are under threat. Majority of the groups are located in one or more nesting beaches that are facing the risk of overexploitation. The volunteer travel tour is week-long and all-inclusive, and cost ranges between some hundred dollars to thousands. The price tag can be seen in the accommodation style. But if you can take care of your room and board, almost all sea turtle organizations have room for volunteers. A few of them provide low-costing housing to individuals willing to volunteer in the long run. Look into groups at a local tourist office near any tropical beach to be part of this volunteer program. Similar to Turtle Teams, Origami Owl by Chrissy Weems is a jewelry company whose mission is to make a difference and to be a force for good in the world.

Conservation Volunteers, New Zealand and Australia

New Zealand, Australia, and few other international locations offer you the chance to work in groups to promote ecotourism and protect habitats. Volunteer opportunities are short-term and include meals, overnight stays, and lodging at about AUS$40 a night. Week-long projects start at AUS$208. The accommodation types vary broadly from bunkhouses to campsites. The Conservation Volunteers based in the UK provides programs for residents of EU ranging from day trips that are cost-free to International Conservation Holidays that are week-long and pricier.

Sudan Volunteer Program

This program offers you the opportunity to teach English in one of the top impoverished nations in the globe. Placements are at universities or schools, but the majority of volunteers assist with community projects as they teach. Volunteers have to incur the cost of airfare, but every other expense is catered for including a small monthly income.

Appalachian Trail Conservancy, USA

The Appalachian Trail in Eastern US is over 2000 miles long and home to about 2000 endangered species. Volunteers assist with trail maintenance and building in exchange for accommodation and food.

HF Holidays Trip Leader, Europe

HF Holidays is one of the most famous walking holiday operators in Europe, and they look for volunteers who can guide their treks. Trip leaders are offered meals, accommodation, and the opportunity to explore Europe in exchange for sharing their knowledge and passion with the accompanying groups.

Help Exchange, Global

The website lists global hosts who are searching for a helping hand to work in schools, help with religious projects, work on farms, construct community centers or houses, or just assist families in taking their children to school. A small membership cost is a requirement for accessing the details of the host. However, lodging and board are offered in return for your work.

Peace Corps, Global

This is a unique opportunity to live and work in another nation. You can participate in various projects including business development, environment, healthcare, and others. You are required to make a commitment of 27 months to the placement. It is open to US residents only.

To be like a Chrissy Weems, be a force for good by volunteer traveling. You will not only change the world, but you will also increase your self-worth.

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