17 A taste of volunteering holidays found with reviews
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Not a day went by without something memorable happening, anything from eating a delicious meal, discovering yet another stunning beach, teaching children how to play hop scotch which we had just painted in their playground, to snorkelling. (more) |
 From £645 (14 days) ex flights |
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I had the most rewarding holiday/ time ever. Being and working with the elephants was a life-long dream and did not fall short of expectations. With being accepted into the community a truly uplifting experience. I only wish I could have stayed longer. Maybe next year...! (more) |
 From £350 - £1400 (1-4 weeks) ex flights |
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The wildlife viewing and the opportunity to live with a local family was superb. I felt privileged to be allowed to share in the daily lives of a local village. The people were more friendly and welcoming than I ever imagined. (more) |
From US $800 (12 days) ex flights |
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I learned that I can make bricks, whittle trees and generally adapt to what is available to make the most of things. I will be in touch again when booking my next holiday! (more) |
From £695 - £1640 (1-4 weeks) ex flights |
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One of the best travelling experiences I have ever had. Thanks to the competence of the staff, the kindness of the other participants and the wonderful beauty of the Hebrides isles. (more) |
From £880 - £1150 (9-11 days) ex flights |
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Amazing holiday. It felt like such a privilege to be able to get to know the local community in this way. The people of Uganda are so warm and welcoming - and this family and community are a great example of this.
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From £799 (12 days) ex flights |
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Every morning we opened the curtains to the most beautiful scene of the mountains and alpine meadows. The Romanian Carpathians are untouched and covered with wildlife and wild flowers. Our favorite thing was the visit to the Shepherd's camp. (more) |
From £999 (8 days) inc UK flights |
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Really having the opportunity to get to know the staff and children at the orphanage where we were volunteering - they are incredible and inspirational (more) |
From £1375 (14 days) ex flights |
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The tour was fantastic. It felt like a very genuine experience with a Peruvian family. It gave me exactly what so many of us want when we go on holiday: being able to see what other people's lives are like in a culture different to our own. (more) |
From US $890 (8 days) ex flights |
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The island is a great concept, no where else in Fiji can you learn about the culture and the language from the Fijians themselves, partake in the ritual of Kava (the Fijian National Drink), learn the ancient craft of spear-fishing, meet the chief of the island and learn to do many other activities. (more) |
From £195 - £585 (8-22 days) ex flights |
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The Riverside Cottages at Khao Sok were wonderful... The most memorable part of the trip was the Tsunami volunteer work, particularly meeting the people of Ban Talae Nok, the women's soap collective and playing with the children. (more) |
From £850 (14 days) ex flights |
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We loved the villages, the unspoilt islands - we loved the private bay at Sifnos where we stopped in overnight and had a BBQ. (more) |
From €640 - €670 (7 days) ex flights |
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Beautiful scenery, great conditions for sailing. We had a wonderful and entertaining guide to local customs and cuisine from Sotiris our skipper. (more) |
From €640 - €1206 (7-14 days) ex flights |
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Most memorable was reaching the Tibet/Nepal border whilst trekking. (more) |
From £815 (19 days) ex flights |
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I enjoyed the tour, had a great tour leader and was with a good bunch of people. (more) |
From £419 (13 days) ex flights |
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The host families helped us learn some of their language, customs, farming practices, crafts, cooking, and generally how to enjoy life without electricity! We didn't see another white person the whole week - wonderful!! I cannot recommend it highly enough. (more) |
From US $600 (8 days) ex flights |
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Mountain biking down the volcano Cotopaxi, near Quito and dying my hair red with the Bua community was the highlight. (more) |
From £790 - £935 (14-21 days) ex flights |
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