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Argentina - Buenos Aires

Explore volunteering in Argentina - Buenos Aires

Volunteer projects available in Argentina - Buenos Aires

Duration
1 week AU$696 Equivalent to AU$99/day
2 weeks AU$1040 Equivalent to AU$74/day
3 weeks AU$1282 Equivalent to AU$61/day
4 weeks AU$1525 Equivalent to AU$54/day
5 weeks AU$1767 Equivalent to AU$51/day
6 weeks AU$2010 Equivalent to AU$48/day
8 weeks AU$2495 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$2980 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3465 Equivalent to AU$41/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$35 per week, while the Healthcare project and Medical Outreach project has an extra cost of US$65 per week. These extra costs cover the supervision, materials and the logistics involved in these projects.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunch and dinner, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Buenos Aires generally find US$160 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including in-country tours and optional Spanish lessons.

Argentina - Cordoba

Explore volunteering in Argentina - Cordoba
Duration
1 week AU$547 Equivalent to AU$78/day
2 weeks AU$883 Equivalent to AU$63/day
3 weeks AU$1173 Equivalent to AU$56/day
4 weeks AU$1462 Equivalent to AU$52/day
5 weeks AU$1752 Equivalent to AU$50/day
6 weeks AU$2033 Equivalent to AU$48/day
8 weeks AU$2581 Equivalent to AU$46/day
10 weeks AU$3113 Equivalent to AU$44/day
12 weeks AU$3582 Equivalent to AU$43/day
Argentina - Cordoba: Holiday Experience Project
Duration
1 week AU$821 Equivalent to AU$117/day
2 weeks AU$1384 Equivalent to AU$99/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project and Animal Care project have an extra cost of US$35 per week for supervision, while the Holiday Experience project has an extra cost of US$125 per week. These extra costs cover the supervision, materials and the logistics involved in these projects.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunch, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Cordoba generally find US$50 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including in-country tours and optional Spanish lessons.

Australia

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Volunteer projects available in Australia

Duration
1 week AU$1619 Equivalent to AU$231/day
2 weeks AU$3230 Equivalent to AU$231/day
3 weeks AU$4763 Equivalent to AU$227/day
4 weeks AU$6297 Equivalent to AU$225/day
  • Accommodation
  • Weekday lunches
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Program Fees for the Australia program are non-refundable once inside 30 days of the program start date. Any changes or cancellations within 30 days of the program start date are subject to a US$430 late change/cancellation fee.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, some meals, public transport to and from the airport.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Australia generally find US$200 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as weekend lunches and all dinners, and local tours and activities.
  • Program Fees for the Australia program are non-refundable once inside 30 days of the program start date. Any changes or cancellations within 30 days of the program start date are subject to a US$430 late change/cancellation fee.

Bali - Lovina

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Volunteer projects available in Bali - Lovina

Duration
1 week AU$664 Equivalent to AU$95/day
2 weeks AU$957 Equivalent to AU$68/day
3 weeks AU$1257 Equivalent to AU$60/day
4 weeks AU$1526 Equivalent to AU$55/day
5 weeks AU$1780 Equivalent to AU$51/day
6 weeks AU$2033 Equivalent to AU$48/day
8 weeks AU$2517 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$3000 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3484 Equivalent to AU$41/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The School and Community Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Bali - Lovina generally find US$80-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Bali - Ubud

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Duration
1 week AU$602 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$887 Equivalent to AU$63/day
3 weeks AU$1171 Equivalent to AU$56/day
4 weeks AU$1464 Equivalent to AU$52/day
5 weeks AU$1741 Equivalent to AU$50/day
6 weeks AU$1986 Equivalent to AU$47/day
8 weeks AU$2470 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$2953 Equivalent to AU$42/day
12 weeks AU$3437 Equivalent to AU$41/day
Bali - Ubud: Turtle Conservation Project
Duration
2 weeks AU$1199 Equivalent to AU$86/day
3 weeks AU$1742 Equivalent to AU$83/day
4 weeks AU$2277 Equivalent to AU$81/day
5 weeks AU$2742 Equivalent to AU$78/day
6 weeks AU$3215 Equivalent to AU$77/day
8 weeks AU$4034 Equivalent to AU$72/day
10 weeks AU$4862 Equivalent to AU$69/day
12 weeks AU$5682 Equivalent to AU$68/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Bali - Ubud generally find US$80-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Belize

Explore volunteering in Belize

Volunteer projects available in Belize

Duration
1 week AU$1642 Equivalent to AU$329/day
2 weeks AU$3089 Equivalent to AU$309/day
3 weeks AU$4537 Equivalent to AU$302/day
4 weeks AU$5984 Equivalent to AU$299/day
5 weeks AU$7431 Equivalent to AU$297/day
6 weeks AU$8878 Equivalent to AU$296/day
8 weeks AU$11772 Equivalent to AU$294/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, and transport to and from the airport.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Belize generally find US$300 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses, including accommodation and meals on the mainland for Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, and miscellaneous spending.
  • Please note: Volunteers will need to budget an extra US$30 per week for Marine Conservation Park fees and US$30 per week for dive gear rental.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$550 late change/cancellation fee.

Brazil

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Volunteer projects available in Brazil

Duration
2 weeks AU$891 Equivalent to AU$64/day
3 weeks AU$1126 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1361 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1595 Equivalent to AU$46/day
6 weeks AU$1830 Equivalent to AU$44/day
8 weeks AU$2299 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2769 Equivalent to AU$40/day
12 weeks AU$3238 Equivalent to AU$39/day
16 weeks AU$4177 Equivalent to AU$37/day
20 weeks AU$5115 Equivalent to AU$37/day
24 weeks AU$6054 Equivalent to AU$36/day
  • Accommodation
  • Daily breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • If your chosen duration includes the Carnival festival (scheduled for February 16th - 23rd, 2023) , a one-off surcharge will apply which covers the increase in the cost of accommodation and living in Brazil during Carnival. For those who will be on the program during this time, a US$350 surcharge will be added to the program fee for the week of February 21st. If your duration finishes on Saturday 18th February, a surcharge of US$100 will apply.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Brazil generally find US$250 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including lunch, dinner and miscellaneous spending.
  • If your chosen duration includes the Carnival festival (scheduled for February 16th - 22nd, 2023) , a one-off surcharge will apply which covers the increase in the cost of accommodation and living in Brazil during Carnival. For those who will be on the program during this time, a US$350 surcharge will be added to the program fee.

Cambodia

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Duration
2 weeks AU$672 Equivalent to AU$48/day
3 weeks AU$883 Equivalent to AU$42/day
4 weeks AU$1063 Equivalent to AU$38/day
5 weeks AU$1243 Equivalent to AU$36/day
6 weeks AU$1423 Equivalent to AU$34/day
8 weeks AU$1783 Equivalent to AU$32/day
10 weeks AU$2143 Equivalent to AU$31/day
12 weeks AU$2495 Equivalent to AU$30/day
16 weeks AU$3183 Equivalent to AU$28/day
20 weeks AU$3872 Equivalent to AU$28/day
24 weeks AU$4560 Equivalent to AU$27/day
Cambodia: Medical Project
Duration
4 weeks AU$1376 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1713 Equivalent to AU$49/day
6 weeks AU$1893 Equivalent to AU$45/day
8 weeks AU$2252 Equivalent to AU$40/day
10 weeks AU$2769 Equivalent to AU$40/day
12 weeks AU$3121 Equivalent to AU$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Animal Care project has an extra cost of US$10 per week to cover the resources that the local team donate to the placements, i.e. food and snacks, while the Medical project has a separate fees table (please see the Cambodia Medical project page) to cover the support you receive from the hospital staff.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Cambodia generally find US$50-80 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

China

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Volunteer projects available in China

Duration
1 week AU$524 Equivalent to AU$75/day
2 weeks AU$805 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1087 Equivalent to AU$52/day
4 weeks AU$1368 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1650 Equivalent to AU$47/day
6 weeks AU$1932 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2495 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$3058 Equivalent to AU$44/day
12 weeks AU$3621 Equivalent to AU$43/day
16 weeks AU$4748 Equivalent to AU$42/day
20 weeks AU$5874 Equivalent to AU$42/day
24 weeks AU$7001 Equivalent to AU$42/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in China generally find US$50 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Costa Rica

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Duration
1 week AU$696 Equivalent to AU$99/day
2 weeks AU$1149 Equivalent to AU$82/day
3 weeks AU$1587 Equivalent to AU$76/day
4 weeks AU$1971 Equivalent to AU$70/day
5 weeks AU$2292 Equivalent to AU$65/day
6 weeks AU$2612 Equivalent to AU$62/day
8 weeks AU$3254 Equivalent to AU$58/day
10 weeks AU$3895 Equivalent to AU$56/day
12 weeks AU$4537 Equivalent to AU$54/day
16 weeks AU$5819 Equivalent to AU$52/day
20 weeks AU$7102 Equivalent to AU$51/day
24 weeks AU$8385 Equivalent to AU$50/day
Costa Rica: Manuel Antonio Projects
Duration
3 weeks AU$1822 Equivalent to AU$87/day
4 weeks AU$2229 Equivalent to AU$80/day
5 weeks AU$2550 Equivalent to AU$73/day
6 weeks AU$2870 Equivalent to AU$68/day
8 weeks AU$3512 Equivalent to AU$63/day
10 weeks AU$4145 Equivalent to AU$59/day
12 weeks AU$4787 Equivalent to AU$57/day
16 weeks AU$6070 Equivalent to AU$54/day
20 weeks AU$7353 Equivalent to AU$53/day
24 weeks AU$8636 Equivalent to AU$51/day
Costa Rica: Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Project
Duration
1 week AU$2847 Equivalent to AU$407/day
2 weeks AU$5186 Equivalent to AU$370/day
3 weeks AU$7838 Equivalent to AU$373/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Turtle Conservation, Healthcare, Dental, Eco-Agriculture, Holiday Experience and Construction projects also have an extra cost of US$85 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in these projects. The Medical Campaign has a one off payment of US$790
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Costa Rica generally find US$150 - US$200 per week to be sufficient for expenses. For Turtle Conservation and Eco-Agriculture projects, volunteers can bring less spending money as the location is remote and all meals will be provided.

Croatia

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Duration
1 week AU$946 Equivalent to AU$135/day
2 weeks AU$1525 Equivalent to AU$109/day
3 weeks AU$2104 Equivalent to AU$100/day
4 weeks AU$2683 Equivalent to AU$96/day
5 weeks AU$3262 Equivalent to AU$93/day
6 weeks AU$3840 Equivalent to AU$91/day
8 weeks AU$4998 Equivalent to AU$89/day
10 weeks AU$6156 Equivalent to AU$88/day
12 weeks AU$7314 Equivalent to AU$87/day
Croatia: Marine Conservation Project
Duration
1 week AU$1681 Equivalent to AU$240/day
2 weeks AU$2808 Equivalent to AU$201/day
3 weeks AU$4091 Equivalent to AU$195/day
4 weeks AU$5374 Equivalent to AU$192/day
5 weeks AU$6500 Equivalent to AU$186/day
6 weeks AU$7626 Equivalent to AU$182/day
8 weeks AU$9879 Equivalent to AU$176/day
Croatia: Bear Conservation Project
Duration
4 weeks AU$3058 Equivalent to AU$109/day
5 weeks AU$3668 Equivalent to AU$105/day
6 weeks AU$4278 Equivalent to AU$102/day
8 weeks AU$5499 Equivalent to AU$98/day
10 weeks AU$6719 Equivalent to AU$96/day
12 weeks AU$7939 Equivalent to AU$95/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Croatia generally find US$80 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.

Ecuador - Quito

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Duration
1 week AU$461 Equivalent to AU$66/day
2 weeks AU$664 Equivalent to AU$48/day
3 weeks AU$876 Equivalent to AU$42/day
4 weeks AU$1095 Equivalent to AU$39/day
5 weeks AU$1337 Equivalent to AU$38/day
6 weeks AU$1548 Equivalent to AU$37/day
8 weeks AU$1955 Equivalent to AU$35/day
10 weeks AU$2456 Equivalent to AU$35/day
12 weeks AU$2816 Equivalent to AU$34/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunches, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Quito generally find US$50 - US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches, water bottles and local tours and activities. Please note that if you wish to make any payment to the local team whilst on the program, this will need to be done via cash or bank transfer.

Ecuador - Santa Elena

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Duration
1 week AU$610 Equivalent to AU$87/day
2 weeks AU$813 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1071 Equivalent to AU$51/day
4 weeks AU$1282 Equivalent to AU$46/day
5 weeks AU$1541 Equivalent to AU$44/day
6 weeks AU$1752 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2159 Equivalent to AU$39/day
10 weeks AU$2675 Equivalent to AU$38/day
12 weeks AU$3019 Equivalent to AU$36/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Animal Care and Environmental Education projects also have an extra cost of US$40 for materials and the logistics involved in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunches, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Santa Elena generally find US$50 - US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches, Spanish language lessons, and local tours and activities. Please note that if you wish to make any payment to the local team whilst on the program, this will need to be done via cash or bank transfer.

Fiji

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Volunteer projects available in Fiji

Duration
1 week AU$704 Equivalent to AU$101/day
2 weeks AU$1004 Equivalent to AU$72/day
3 weeks AU$1312 Equivalent to AU$63/day
4 weeks AU$1613 Equivalent to AU$58/day
5 weeks AU$1882 Equivalent to AU$54/day
6 weeks AU$2159 Equivalent to AU$51/day
8 weeks AU$2712 Equivalent to AU$48/day
10 weeks AU$3266 Equivalent to AU$47/day
12 weeks AU$3820 Equivalent to AU$45/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has a surcharge of US$75 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project. Please note that if you choose the Introduction Week option, the surcharge will only start from your second week.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Fiji generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Galapagos Islands

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Duration
2 weeks AU$2221 Equivalent to AU$159/day
3 weeks AU$3035 Equivalent to AU$145/day
4 weeks AU$3848 Equivalent to AU$137/day
5 weeks AU$4662 Equivalent to AU$133/day
6 weeks AU$5475 Equivalent to AU$130/day
8 weeks AU$7102 Equivalent to AU$127/day
10 weeks AU$8729 Equivalent to AU$125/day
12 weeks AU$10357 Equivalent to AU$123/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: national park entry fees, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, spending money, public transportation and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Program Fees for the Galapagos Islands program are non-refundable once inside 30 days of the program start date. Any changes or cancellations within 30 days of the program start date are subject to a US$500 late change/cancellation fee.

Ghana

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Duration
1 week AU$461 Equivalent to AU$66/day
2 weeks AU$680 Equivalent to AU$49/day
3 weeks AU$868 Equivalent to AU$41/day
4 weeks AU$1056 Equivalent to AU$38/day
5 weeks AU$1243 Equivalent to AU$36/day
6 weeks AU$1478 Equivalent to AU$35/day
8 weeks AU$1932 Equivalent to AU$35/day
10 weeks AU$2385 Equivalent to AU$34/day
12 weeks AU$2855 Equivalent to AU$34/day
16 weeks AU$3825 Equivalent to AU$34/day
20 weeks AU$4795 Equivalent to AU$34/day
24 weeks AU$5765 Equivalent to AU$34/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical, Agriculture and Construction and Renovation projects have an extra cost of US$49 per week for additional supervision, materials and logistics involved. The Health Education and Outreach project has a one-off payment of US$545.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Ghana generally find US$50 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including water, toilet paper, transport and miscellaneous spending.

Greece - Athens

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Duration
1 week AU$946 Equivalent to AU$135/day
2 weeks AU$1525 Equivalent to AU$109/day
3 weeks AU$2104 Equivalent to AU$100/day
4 weeks AU$2683 Equivalent to AU$96/day
5 weeks AU$3262 Equivalent to AU$93/day
6 weeks AU$3840 Equivalent to AU$91/day
8 weeks AU$4998 Equivalent to AU$89/day
10 weeks AU$6156 Equivalent to AU$88/day
12 weeks AU$7314 Equivalent to AU$87/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers on Athens based projects generally find US$100 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses, including transportation and miscellaneous spending.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.

Guatemala

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Duration
1 week AU$602 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$993 Equivalent to AU$71/day
3 weeks AU$1290 Equivalent to AU$61/day
4 weeks AU$1580 Equivalent to AU$56/day
5 weeks AU$1869 Equivalent to AU$53/day
6 weeks AU$2159 Equivalent to AU$51/day
8 weeks AU$2737 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3316 Equivalent to AU$47/day
12 weeks AU$3895 Equivalent to AU$46/day
16 weeks AU$5053 Equivalent to AU$45/day
20 weeks AU$6211 Equivalent to AU$44/day
24 weeks AU$7368 Equivalent to AU$44/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical, Dental, Construction, Eco-Agriculture Conservation, Mayan Cultural Immersion and Holiday Experience projects also have an extra cost of US$85 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in these projects. The Medical Campaign has a one off payment of US$555.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Guatemala generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches (except for Beach and Turtle Conservation and Mayan Cultural Immersion volunteers), in-country tours, and Spanish language lessons.

India - Delhi

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Volunteer projects available in India - Delhi

Duration
1 week AU$430 Equivalent to AU$61/day
2 weeks AU$539 Equivalent to AU$39/day
3 weeks AU$727 Equivalent to AU$35/day
4 weeks AU$915 Equivalent to AU$33/day
5 weeks AU$1102 Equivalent to AU$32/day
6 weeks AU$1290 Equivalent to AU$31/day
8 weeks AU$1666 Equivalent to AU$30/day
10 weeks AU$2041 Equivalent to AU$29/day
12 weeks AU$2417 Equivalent to AU$29/day
16 weeks AU$3168 Equivalent to AU$28/day
20 weeks AU$3919 Equivalent to AU$28/day
24 weeks AU$4670 Equivalent to AU$28/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, return transport to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Delhi generally find US$50 - US$100 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.

India - Kerala

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Duration
1 week AU$696 Equivalent to AU$99/day
2 weeks AU$923 Equivalent to AU$66/day
3 weeks AU$1149 Equivalent to AU$55/day
4 weeks AU$1376 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1603 Equivalent to AU$46/day
6 weeks AU$1830 Equivalent to AU$44/day
8 weeks AU$2284 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2737 Equivalent to AU$39/day
12 weeks AU$3191 Equivalent to AU$38/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • There is a surcharge of US$60 per week for the Women's Empowerment project (covers resources, supervision and equipment used on the project) and the Medical + Physical Therapy project (covers training and resources used on these projects). Also, a US$50 per week surcharge is incurred for the Dentistry project to help cover training and resources too.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Kerala generally find US$50 - US$100 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.

Italy - Rome

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Duration
2 weeks AU$1979 Equivalent to AU$141/day
3 weeks AU$2777 Equivalent to AU$132/day
4 weeks AU$3574 Equivalent to AU$128/day
5 weeks AU$4372 Equivalent to AU$125/day
6 weeks AU$5170 Equivalent to AU$123/day
8 weeks AU$6766 Equivalent to AU$121/day
10 weeks AU$8362 Equivalent to AU$119/day
12 weeks AU$9958 Equivalent to AU$119/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunch, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Rome generally find US$200 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including lunches, transport and miscellaneous spending.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.
  • Accommodation
  • Daily Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, some meals, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Jamaica generally find US$400 -$500 per week to be sufficient for additional expenses.

Jordan

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Duration
1 week AU$1095 Equivalent to AU$156/day
2 weeks AU$1580 Equivalent to AU$113/day
3 weeks AU$2112 Equivalent to AU$101/day
4 weeks AU$2644 Equivalent to AU$94/day
5 weeks AU$3175 Equivalent to AU$91/day
6 weeks AU$3707 Equivalent to AU$88/day
8 weeks AU$4771 Equivalent to AU$85/day
10 weeks AU$5835 Equivalent to AU$83/day
12 weeks AU$6899 Equivalent to AU$82/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Jordan generally find US$50 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.

Kenya

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Duration
1 week AU$586 Equivalent to AU$84/day
2 weeks AU$805 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1024 Equivalent to AU$49/day
4 weeks AU$1243 Equivalent to AU$44/day
5 weeks AU$1462 Equivalent to AU$42/day
6 weeks AU$1681 Equivalent to AU$40/day
8 weeks AU$2119 Equivalent to AU$38/day
10 weeks AU$2557 Equivalent to AU$37/day
12 weeks AU$2996 Equivalent to AU$36/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, public transport to and from your placement each day, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Kenya generally find US$150-200 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Laos

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Volunteer projects available in Laos

Duration
1 week AU$445 Equivalent to AU$64/day
2 weeks AU$704 Equivalent to AU$50/day
3 weeks AU$962 Equivalent to AU$46/day
4 weeks AU$1212 Equivalent to AU$43/day
5 weeks AU$1462 Equivalent to AU$42/day
6 weeks AU$1713 Equivalent to AU$41/day
8 weeks AU$2057 Equivalent to AU$37/day
10 weeks AU$2401 Equivalent to AU$34/day
12 weeks AU$2745 Equivalent to AU$33/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Laos generally find US$75 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Madagascar

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Duration
1 week AU$782 Equivalent to AU$112/day
2 weeks AU$1189 Equivalent to AU$85/day
3 weeks AU$1611 Equivalent to AU$77/day
4 weeks AU$2033 Equivalent to AU$73/day
5 weeks AU$2456 Equivalent to AU$70/day
6 weeks AU$2878 Equivalent to AU$69/day
8 weeks AU$3723 Equivalent to AU$66/day
10 weeks AU$4568 Equivalent to AU$65/day
12 weeks AU$5413 Equivalent to AU$64/day
Madagascar: Marine Conservation Project
Duration
4 weeks AU$3285 Equivalent to AU$117/day
5 weeks AU$3903 Equivalent to AU$112/day
6 weeks AU$4521 Equivalent to AU$108/day
8 weeks AU$5726 Equivalent to AU$102/day
10 weeks AU$6962 Equivalent to AU$99/day
12 weeks AU$8198 Equivalent to AU$98/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Madagascar generally find US$50-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Mexico - Merida

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Volunteer projects available in Mexico - Merida

Duration
1 week AU$539 Equivalent to AU$77/day
2 weeks AU$852 Equivalent to AU$61/day
3 weeks AU$1149 Equivalent to AU$55/day
4 weeks AU$1415 Equivalent to AU$51/day
5 weeks AU$1634 Equivalent to AU$47/day
6 weeks AU$1900 Equivalent to AU$45/day
8 weeks AU$2432 Equivalent to AU$43/day
10 weeks AU$2964 Equivalent to AU$42/day
12 weeks AU$3496 Equivalent to AU$42/day
16 weeks AU$4560 Equivalent to AU$41/day
20 weeks AU$5624 Equivalent to AU$40/day
24 weeks AU$6688 Equivalent to AU$40/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Agriculture project has a one-off surcharge of US$65 to cover training and resources used in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunches, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Mexico generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches and local tours and activities.

Morocco

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Duration
1 week AU$524 Equivalent to AU$75/day
2 weeks AU$946 Equivalent to AU$68/day
3 weeks AU$1243 Equivalent to AU$59/day
4 weeks AU$1541 Equivalent to AU$55/day
5 weeks AU$1838 Equivalent to AU$53/day
6 weeks AU$2135 Equivalent to AU$51/day
8 weeks AU$2730 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3168 Equivalent to AU$45/day
12 weeks AU$3606 Equivalent to AU$43/day
16 weeks AU$4482 Equivalent to AU$40/day
20 weeks AU$5358 Equivalent to AU$38/day
24 weeks AU$6234 Equivalent to AU$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Morocco generally find US$40 to be sufficient for weekly expenses.

Nepal

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Duration
1 week AU$430 Equivalent to AU$61/day
2 weeks AU$633 Equivalent to AU$45/day
3 weeks AU$837 Equivalent to AU$40/day
4 weeks AU$1040 Equivalent to AU$37/day
5 weeks AU$1243 Equivalent to AU$36/day
6 weeks AU$1447 Equivalent to AU$34/day
8 weeks AU$1822 Equivalent to AU$33/day
10 weeks AU$2198 Equivalent to AU$31/day
12 weeks AU$2573 Equivalent to AU$31/day
Nepal: Elephant Conservation - Chitwan Project
Duration
1 week AU$649 Equivalent to AU$93/day
2 weeks AU$1071 Equivalent to AU$77/day
3 weeks AU$1494 Equivalent to AU$71/day
4 weeks AU$1916 Equivalent to AU$68/day
5 weeks AU$2338 Equivalent to AU$67/day
6 weeks AU$2761 Equivalent to AU$66/day
8 weeks AU$3574 Equivalent to AU$64/day
10 weeks AU$4388 Equivalent to AU$63/day
12 weeks AU$5201 Equivalent to AU$62/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical Elective project has an extra cost of US$60 per week, while the Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week to cover training, resources and materials used in these projects.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunches, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Nepal generally find US$30 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches, and local tours and activities.

New Zealand

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Volunteer projects available in New Zealand

Duration
2 weeks AU$1674 Equivalent to AU$120/day
3 weeks AU$2440 Equivalent to AU$116/day
4 weeks AU$3207 Equivalent to AU$115/day
5 weeks AU$3958 Equivalent to AU$113/day
6 weeks AU$4709 Equivalent to AU$112/day
8 weeks AU$6179 Equivalent to AU$110/day
10 weeks AU$7642 Equivalent to AU$109/day
12 weeks AU$9097 Equivalent to AU$108/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and lunch (Monday to Friday)
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, some meals, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in New Zealand generally find US$150 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as weekend breakfast and lunches and all dinners, as well as local tours and activities.
  • Any cancellations or changes within 14 days of a volunteers start date is subject to a minimum US$280 late change/cancellation fee.

Peru - Cusco

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Duration
1 week AU$602 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$993 Equivalent to AU$71/day
3 weeks AU$1290 Equivalent to AU$61/day
4 weeks AU$1580 Equivalent to AU$56/day
5 weeks AU$1869 Equivalent to AU$53/day
6 weeks AU$2159 Equivalent to AU$51/day
8 weeks AU$2737 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3316 Equivalent to AU$47/day
12 weeks AU$3895 Equivalent to AU$46/day
16 weeks AU$5053 Equivalent to AU$45/day
20 weeks AU$6211 Equivalent to AU$44/day
24 weeks AU$7368 Equivalent to AU$44/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Jungle Conservation, Eco-Agriculture Conservation, Construction and Renovation, Holiday Experience, Medical and Andean Immersion projects also have an extra cost of US$85 per week for supervision, materials, meals (if applicable) and the logistics involved in these projects. The Medical Campaign has a one off payment of US$560.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Cusco generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches (except for Jungle Conservation, Andean Immersion, and Eco-Agriculture Conservation volunteers), in-country tours, and Spanish language lessons.

Peru - Lima

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Duration
1 week AU$430 Equivalent to AU$61/day
2 weeks AU$763 Equivalent to AU$55/day
3 weeks AU$1095 Equivalent to AU$52/day
4 weeks AU$1306 Equivalent to AU$47/day
5 weeks AU$1523 Equivalent to AU$44/day
6 weeks AU$1742 Equivalent to AU$41/day
8 weeks AU$2196 Equivalent to AU$39/day
10 weeks AU$2634 Equivalent to AU$38/day
12 weeks AU$3072 Equivalent to AU$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical Outreach and Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$40 per week to cover materials, supervision and logistics involved in these projects.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Lima generally find US$50 - $100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as snacks, in-country tours, and Spanish language lessons.
  • Anyone volunteering during the week before Christmas will have a one-off surcharge of US$70 added to their file when registering, for Christmas activities within the community.

Philippines

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Volunteer projects available in the Philippines

Duration
1 week AU$594 Equivalent to AU$85/day
2 weeks AU$832 Equivalent to AU$59/day
3 weeks AU$1132 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1401 Equivalent to AU$50/day
5 weeks AU$1670 Equivalent to AU$48/day
6 weeks AU$1939 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2478 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$3016 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3554 Equivalent to AU$42/day
16 weeks AU$4630 Equivalent to AU$41/day
20 weeks AU$5707 Equivalent to AU$41/day
24 weeks AU$6783 Equivalent to AU$40/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project. Philippines Introduction Week incurs a US$365 and adds a week.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Philippines generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Portugal

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Duration
1 week AU$962 Equivalent to AU$137/day
2 weeks AU$1465 Equivalent to AU$105/day
3 weeks AU$1969 Equivalent to AU$94/day
4 weeks AU$2473 Equivalent to AU$88/day
5 weeks AU$2977 Equivalent to AU$85/day
6 weeks AU$3481 Equivalent to AU$83/day
8 weeks AU$4488 Equivalent to AU$80/day
10 weeks AU$5582 Equivalent to AU$80/day
12 weeks AU$6589 Equivalent to AU$78/day
Portugal: Environmental Scuba Diving Project
Duration
1 week AU$1587 Equivalent to AU$227/day
2 weeks AU$2717 Equivalent to AU$194/day
3 weeks AU$3847 Equivalent to AU$183/day
4 weeks AU$4976 Equivalent to AU$178/day
5 weeks AU$6106 Equivalent to AU$174/day
6 weeks AU$7235 Equivalent to AU$172/day
8 weeks AU$9495 Equivalent to AU$170/day
Portugal: Wolf Conservation Project
Duration
2 weeks AU$1544 Equivalent to AU$110/day
4 weeks AU$2551 Equivalent to AU$91/day
Portugal: Wildlife Conservation Project
Duration
2 weeks AU$1778 Equivalent to AU$127/day
3 weeks AU$2517 Equivalent to AU$120/day
4 weeks AU$3255 Equivalent to AU$116/day
5 weeks AU$3994 Equivalent to AU$114/day
6 weeks AU$4732 Equivalent to AU$113/day
8 weeks AU$6209 Equivalent to AU$111/day
10 weeks AU$7772 Equivalent to AU$111/day
12 weeks AU$9249 Equivalent to AU$110/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers on Lisbon based projects and on the Wildlife Conservation project generally find US$65 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses. For those on the Wolf Conservation project, we recommend a weekly budget of US$150.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.

Puerto Rico

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Duration
1 week AU$977 Equivalent to AU$140/day
2 weeks AU$1486 Equivalent to AU$106/day
3 weeks AU$1947 Equivalent to AU$93/day
4 weeks AU$2456 Equivalent to AU$88/day
5 weeks AU$2961 Equivalent to AU$85/day
6 weeks AU$3465 Equivalent to AU$83/day
8 weeks AU$4400 Equivalent to AU$79/day
10 weeks AU$5256 Equivalent to AU$75/day
12 weeks AU$6187 Equivalent to AU$74/day
Puerto Rico: Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Project
  • Accommodation
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, meals, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Puerto Rico generally find US$300 - US$400 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as meals, and in-country tours.
  • Any cancellations or changes within 14 days of a volunteers start date is subject to a minimum 25% late change/cancellation fee.

Romania

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Duration
1 week AU$788 Equivalent to AU$113/day
2 weeks AU$1356 Equivalent to AU$97/day
3 weeks AU$1774 Equivalent to AU$84/day
4 weeks AU$2191 Equivalent to AU$78/day
5 weeks AU$2603 Equivalent to AU$74/day
6 weeks AU$3014 Equivalent to AU$72/day
8 weeks AU$3837 Equivalent to AU$69/day
10 weeks AU$4660 Equivalent to AU$67/day
12 weeks AU$5461 Equivalent to AU$65/day
16 weeks AU$7063 Equivalent to AU$63/day
20 weeks AU$8637 Equivalent to AU$62/day
24 weeks AU$10202 Equivalent to AU$61/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Romania generally find US$60 to be sufficient for weekly expenses including, transportation, water and miscellaneous spending.

South Africa

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Volunteer projects available in South Africa

Duration
1 week AU$430 Equivalent to AU$61/day
2 weeks AU$696 Equivalent to AU$50/day
3 weeks AU$962 Equivalent to AU$46/day
4 weeks AU$1228 Equivalent to AU$44/day
5 weeks AU$1494 Equivalent to AU$43/day
6 weeks AU$1760 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2292 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2823 Equivalent to AU$40/day
12 weeks AU$3355 Equivalent to AU$40/day
16 weeks AU$4419 Equivalent to AU$39/day
20 weeks AU$5483 Equivalent to AU$39/day
24 weeks AU$6547 Equivalent to AU$39/day
South Africa: Surf Outreach Project
Duration
1 week AU$539 Equivalent to AU$77/day
2 weeks AU$915 Equivalent to AU$65/day
3 weeks AU$1290 Equivalent to AU$61/day
4 weeks AU$1666 Equivalent to AU$60/day
5 weeks AU$2041 Equivalent to AU$58/day
6 weeks AU$2417 Equivalent to AU$58/day
8 weeks AU$3168 Equivalent to AU$57/day
10 weeks AU$3919 Equivalent to AU$56/day
12 weeks AU$4670 Equivalent to AU$56/day
16 weeks AU$6171 Equivalent to AU$55/day
20 weeks AU$7673 Equivalent to AU$55/day
24 weeks AU$9175 Equivalent to AU$55/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in South Africa generally find US$50-75 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

South Africa - Kruger

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Volunteer projects available in South Africa - Kruger

Duration
2 weeks AU$1525 Equivalent to AU$109/day
4 weeks AU$2526 Equivalent to AU$90/day
6 weeks AU$3527 Equivalent to AU$84/day
8 weeks AU$4529 Equivalent to AU$81/day
10 weeks AU$5530 Equivalent to AU$79/day
12 weeks AU$6531 Equivalent to AU$78/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations and a criminal background check.
  • Please note: due to the remote location of the camp and limited availability of specialty items, there is an extra charge in order to cater for some dietary requirements (US$20 per week for vegetarian and US$30 per week for vegan, gluten and lactose intolerance).
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in South Africa - Kruger generally find US$50-75 per week to be sufficient for expenses, if not joining weekend tours.

South Africa - Table View

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Volunteer projects available in South Africa - Table View

Duration
1 week AU$547 Equivalent to AU$78/day
2 weeks AU$891 Equivalent to AU$64/day
3 weeks AU$1345 Equivalent to AU$64/day
4 weeks AU$1830 Equivalent to AU$65/day
5 weeks AU$2299 Equivalent to AU$66/day
6 weeks AU$2753 Equivalent to AU$66/day
8 weeks AU$3660 Equivalent to AU$65/day
10 weeks AU$4568 Equivalent to AU$65/day
12 weeks AU$5475 Equivalent to AU$65/day
16 weeks AU$7290 Equivalent to AU$65/day
20 weeks AU$9105 Equivalent to AU$65/day
24 weeks AU$10920 Equivalent to AU$65/day
South Africa - Table View: Surf, Skate & Swim Project
Duration
1 week AU$617 Equivalent to AU$88/day
2 weeks AU$1063 Equivalent to AU$76/day
3 weeks AU$1423 Equivalent to AU$68/day
4 weeks AU$1885 Equivalent to AU$67/day
5 weeks AU$2378 Equivalent to AU$68/day
6 weeks AU$2831 Equivalent to AU$67/day
8 weeks AU$3739 Equivalent to AU$67/day
10 weeks AU$4630 Equivalent to AU$66/day
12 weeks AU$5538 Equivalent to AU$66/day
16 weeks AU$7337 Equivalent to AU$66/day
20 weeks AU$9152 Equivalent to AU$65/day
24 weeks AU$10967 Equivalent to AU$65/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and airport drop-off.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in South Africa generally find US$80 per week to be sufficient for expenses, not including weekend activities/tours.

Spain - Barcelona

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Duration
1 week AU$1016 Equivalent to AU$145/day
2 weeks AU$1650 Equivalent to AU$118/day
3 weeks AU$2284 Equivalent to AU$109/day
4 weeks AU$2917 Equivalent to AU$104/day
5 weeks AU$3551 Equivalent to AU$101/day
6 weeks AU$4185 Equivalent to AU$100/day
8 weeks AU$5452 Equivalent to AU$97/day
10 weeks AU$6719 Equivalent to AU$96/day
12 weeks AU$7986 Equivalent to AU$95/day
Spain - Barcelona: Marine Conservation Project
Duration
1 week AU$1525 Equivalent to AU$218/day
2 weeks AU$2495 Equivalent to AU$178/day
3 weeks AU$3465 Equivalent to AU$165/day
4 weeks AU$4435 Equivalent to AU$158/day
5 weeks AU$5405 Equivalent to AU$154/day
6 weeks AU$6375 Equivalent to AU$152/day
8 weeks AU$8315 Equivalent to AU$148/day
10 weeks AU$10255 Equivalent to AU$147/day
12 weeks AU$12195 Equivalent to AU$145/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, dinners, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Spain generally find US$100 to be sufficient for weekly expenses including dinners, transportation and miscellaneous spending.
  • Please note: You will need to budget an extra US$10 per night for the Barcelona City Tax, paid directly to the accommodation upon arrival.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.

Sri Lanka

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Duration
1 week AU$594 Equivalent to AU$85/day
2 weeks AU$832 Equivalent to AU$59/day
3 weeks AU$1132 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1401 Equivalent to AU$50/day
5 weeks AU$1670 Equivalent to AU$48/day
6 weeks AU$1939 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2478 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$3016 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3554 Equivalent to AU$42/day
Sri Lanka: Turtle Conservation Project
Duration
2 weeks AU$1137 Equivalent to AU$81/day
3 weeks AU$1648 Equivalent to AU$79/day
4 weeks AU$2152 Equivalent to AU$77/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Sri Lanka generally find US$50 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Tanzania

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Duration
1 week AU$461 Equivalent to AU$66/day
2 weeks AU$649 Equivalent to AU$46/day
3 weeks AU$923 Equivalent to AU$44/day
4 weeks AU$1142 Equivalent to AU$41/day
5 weeks AU$1376 Equivalent to AU$39/day
6 weeks AU$1611 Equivalent to AU$38/day
8 weeks AU$2104 Equivalent to AU$38/day
10 weeks AU$2620 Equivalent to AU$37/day
12 weeks AU$3136 Equivalent to AU$37/day
16 weeks AU$4169 Equivalent to AU$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical project has an additional surcharge of US$50 per week for additional supervision, materials, and logistics involved. The Animal Welfare project has a one-off surcharge of US$80 which covers costs involved in supervision and transport, and goes directly to the veterinarian volunteers are working with. The Sustainable Agriculture project has a one-off surcharge of US$80 and the Construction and Renovation project has an additional surcharge of US$49 per week which covers supervision, materials and logistics involved with these projects. The Maasai Immersion project has an additional surcharge of US$100 for 2 weeks for additional transportation, logistics involved and a donation to the Maasai village.
  • Independent volunteers under the age of 18 will have an additional cost of US$80 per week added to their program fee to cover extra logistical support provided by the local team.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Tanzania generally find US$75-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Thailand

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Volunteer projects available in Thailand

Duration
1 week AU$696 Equivalent to AU$99/day
2 weeks AU$821 Equivalent to AU$59/day
3 weeks AU$977 Equivalent to AU$47/day
4 weeks AU$1181 Equivalent to AU$42/day
5 weeks AU$1368 Equivalent to AU$39/day
6 weeks AU$1541 Equivalent to AU$37/day
8 weeks AU$1900 Equivalent to AU$34/day
10 weeks AU$2307 Equivalent to AU$33/day
12 weeks AU$2714 Equivalent to AU$32/day
Thailand: Animal Care Project
Duration
1 week AU$774 Equivalent to AU$111/day
2 weeks AU$977 Equivalent to AU$70/day
3 weeks AU$1212 Equivalent to AU$58/day
4 weeks AU$1494 Equivalent to AU$53/day
5 weeks AU$1760 Equivalent to AU$50/day
6 weeks AU$2010 Equivalent to AU$48/day
8 weeks AU$2526 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$3089 Equivalent to AU$44/day
12 weeks AU$3653 Equivalent to AU$43/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Thailand generally find US$30-50 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Thailand - Hua Hin

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Duration
1 week AU$524 Equivalent to AU$75/day
2 weeks AU$805 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1087 Equivalent to AU$52/day
4 weeks AU$1368 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1650 Equivalent to AU$47/day
6 weeks AU$1932 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2338 Equivalent to AU$42/day
10 weeks AU$2745 Equivalent to AU$39/day
12 weeks AU$3152 Equivalent to AU$38/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project. Please note that if you choose the 1-week Introduction, the surcharge will only start from your second week. You can find the schedule outlined on the program page.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Thailand generally find US$50-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Trinidad and Tobago

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Volunteer projects available in Trinidad and Tobago

Animal Care Childcare Childcare Community Outreach Construction and Renovation Construction and Renovation Elderly Care Healthcare Holiday Experience Healthcare Medical Outreach Special Needs Care Sports Education Sports Teaching/Education Teaching/Education Marine Conservation School and Community Renovation Construction and Renovation Environmental Education Health Education Kindergarten Kindergarten Teaching Teaching Sea Turtle Conservation Marine Conservation Carnival Childcare Community Development Sports Teaching English Animal Care Childcare Medical Special Needs Care Teaching English Teaching English Working with NGOs Special Needs Care Summer Outreach Teaching Teaching English Childcare Childcare Community Construction and Renovation Elderly Care Feeding the Homeless Sports Development Teaching English Teaching Animal Care Animal Care Childcare Childcare Construction and Renovation Dentistry Eco-Agriculture Healthcare Healthcare Holiday Experience Medical Campaign Special Needs Care Teaching English Teaching English Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Turtle Conservation Animal Care Bear Conservation Creative Technologies Marine Conservation Special Needs Support Youth Support Animal Care Community Development Community Development Environmental Education Kindergarten Kindergarten Music NGO Support Physical Education School Break School Break School Support Shelter Support Sports Education Sports Healthcare Street Children Work Teaching English Teaching English Construction and Renovation Kindergarten Sports Education Teaching Conservation Marketing & Social Media Environmental Conservation Giant Tortoise Conservation Sea Turtle Nest Monitoring Sustainable Agriculture & Gardening Teaching English Agriculture Childcare Construction and Renovation Healthcare Outreach and Education Medical Sports Teaching Teaching English Animal Care Community Support Creative Technologies Homeless Support Special Needs Support Sports & Arts With Refugees Animal Care Childcare Construction and Renovation Dentistry Eco-Agriculture Holiday Experience Mayan Cultural Immersion Medical Campaign Medical Special Needs Care Teaching English Working with the Elderly Childcare Dentistry Medical Kindergarten Medical Campaign Medical Physical Therapy Slum Teaching Special Needs Care Teaching English Teaching Women's Empowerment Animal Care Climate Action Creative Technologies Sustainable Farming Teaching English Youth Support Animal Care Business and Community Development Child and Youth Development Feeding the Homeless at Christmas Kindergarten Marine Conservation Special Education Sports Development Sustainable Agriculture & Community Development Teaching English & School Support Veterinary Care Arts and Music Ramadan Special Needs Support Teaching Women's Education Youth Support Kindergarten Special Needs Care Sports Education Teaching Teaching Women's Education Childcare Construction and Renovation Teaching English Community Development Forest Conservation Island Outreach Marine Conservation Teaching Turtle Conservation Animal Care Childcare Special Needs Care Sustainable Agriculture Teaching English Childcare Ramadan Sports Development Teaching English Teaching French Women's Education Childcare Childcare Construction and Renovation Elephant Conservation Medical Campaign Medical Elective NGO Support Special Needs Care Sustainable Agriculture Teaching English Women's Education Coast and Waterway Conservation Environmental Education Andean Immersion Animal Care Animal Care Childcare Childcare Community Support Construction and Renovation Construction and Renovation Dentistry Eco-Agriculture Conservation Holiday Experience Jungle Conservation Medical Campaign Medical Medical Outreach Special Needs Care Teaching English Teaching English Construction and Renovation Environmental Conservation Kindergarten Teaching Animal Care Environmental Scuba Diving Food Rescue Forest Conservation Homeless Support Wildlife Conservation Wolf Conservation Youth Support Community Development Environmental Sustainability Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Youth Support After School Support Animal Care NGO Support Special Needs Support Summer Camp Community Gardening Teaching English Animal Care Childcare Holiday Club Kindergarten Sports Development Sports Development Surf Outreach Surf, Skate and Swim Teaching Wildlife Conservation Animal Care Creative Technologies Food Rescue Forest Conservation Marine Conservation Migrant and Refugee Support Special Needs Support Youth Support Childcare Cultural Immersion Medical Rural Community Development Special Needs Care Teaching Construction and Renovation Turtle Conservation Animal Welfare Childcare Construction and Renovation Maasai Immersion Medical Sustainable Agriculture Teaching Women's Education Animal Care Childcare Childcare Construction & Renovation Environmental Conservation Hill Tribe Support Outdoor Volunteer Work Teaching English Teaching English Community Development Community Development Construction and Renovation Environmental Sustainability Environmental Sustainability Youth Support Wildlife Conservation Food Outreach Kindergarten Medical Special Needs Care Teaching English Construction and Renovation Elderly Care Kindergarten Medical Rural Teaching Teaching Rainforest and Coastal Conservation Turtle and Coastal Conservation
Duration
1 week AU$970 Equivalent to AU$139/day
2 weeks AU$1595 Equivalent to AU$114/day
3 weeks AU$2166 Equivalent to AU$103/day
4 weeks AU$2705 Equivalent to AU$97/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Jungle Conservation, Eco-Agriculture Conservation, Construction and Renovation, Holiday Experience, Medical and Andean Immersion projects also have an extra cost of US$85 per week for supervision, materials, meals (if applicable) and the logistics involved in these projects. The Medical Campaign has a one off payment of US$560.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Cusco generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches (except for Jungle Conservation, Andean Immersion, and Eco-Agriculture Conservation volunteers), in-country tours, and Spanish language lessons.

USA - New Orleans

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Duration
1 week AU$993 Equivalent to AU$142/day
2 weeks AU$1556 Equivalent to AU$111/day
3 weeks AU$2127 Equivalent to AU$101/day
4 weeks AU$2690 Equivalent to AU$96/day
5 weeks AU$3262 Equivalent to AU$93/day
6 weeks AU$3825 Equivalent to AU$91/day
8 weeks AU$4881 Equivalent to AU$87/day
10 weeks AU$5859 Equivalent to AU$84/day
12 weeks AU$6915 Equivalent to AU$82/day
  • Accommodation
  • Daily Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has a surcharge of US$50 per week for additional supervision and materials.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, most meals, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in New Orleans generally find US$300 - US$400 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as meals, and local tours and activities.
  • Any cancellations or changes within 14 days of a volunteers start date is subject to a minimum 25% late change/cancellation fee.

Victoria Falls

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Volunteer projects available in Victoria Falls

Duration
2 weeks AU$1634 Equivalent to AU$117/day
4 weeks AU$2792 Equivalent to AU$100/day
6 weeks AU$3950 Equivalent to AU$94/day
8 weeks AU$5108 Equivalent to AU$91/day
10 weeks AU$6265 Equivalent to AU$90/day
12 weeks AU$7204 Equivalent to AU$86/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Please note: Volunteers ​staying longer than 4 weeks ​will need to budget an extra US$500​ to ​obtain a temporal work permit​ ​from Zimbabwe Immigration in order to stay up to 90 days.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Victoria Falls generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh

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Volunteer projects available in Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh

Duration
1 week AU$469 Equivalent to AU$67/day
2 weeks AU$719 Equivalent to AU$51/day
3 weeks AU$970 Equivalent to AU$46/day
4 weeks AU$1220 Equivalent to AU$44/day
5 weeks AU$1470 Equivalent to AU$42/day
6 weeks AU$1720 Equivalent to AU$41/day
8 weeks AU$2065 Equivalent to AU$37/day
10 weeks AU$2409 Equivalent to AU$34/day
12 weeks AU$2737 Equivalent to AU$33/day
16 weeks AU$3394 Equivalent to AU$30/day
20 weeks AU$4052 Equivalent to AU$29/day
24 weeks AU$4709 Equivalent to AU$28/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical project has a surcharge of US$25 per week for training provided and resources used on this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh generally find US$50 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Zambia

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Duration
1 week AU$602 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$837 Equivalent to AU$60/day
3 weeks AU$1118 Equivalent to AU$53/day
4 weeks AU$1322 Equivalent to AU$47/day
5 weeks AU$1541 Equivalent to AU$44/day
6 weeks AU$1744 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2151 Equivalent to AU$38/day
10 weeks AU$2557 Equivalent to AU$37/day
12 weeks AU$2964 Equivalent to AU$35/day
16 weeks AU$3778 Equivalent to AU$34/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has a surcharge of US$49 per week for additional supervision and materials. The Medical project has a one-off surcharge of US$100 which goes to the Zambian Ministry of Health for use in the public health sector. The Rural Teaching project has a one-off surcharge of US$200 for the additional transport, supervision and logistics involved in this project.
  • Volunteers ​staying for longer than 4 weeks ​will need to budget an extra US$400​ (approximately) to ​obtain a temporary work permit​ ​from Zambia Immigration in order to stay up to 90 days.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Please note: Volunteers ​staying for longer than 4 weeks ​will need to budget an extra US$400​ (subject to exchange rate) to ​obtain a temporary work permit​ ​from Zambian Immigration in order to stay up to 90 days.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Zambia generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Zanzibar

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Volunteer projects available in Zanzibar

Duration
1 week AU$883 Equivalent to AU$126/day
2 weeks AU$1173 Equivalent to AU$84/day
3 weeks AU$1462 Equivalent to AU$70/day
4 weeks AU$1752 Equivalent to AU$63/day
5 weeks AU$2041 Equivalent to AU$58/day
6 weeks AU$2331 Equivalent to AU$56/day
8 weeks AU$2909 Equivalent to AU$52/day
10 weeks AU$3434 Equivalent to AU$49/day
12 weeks AU$3903 Equivalent to AU$46/day
Zanzibar: Turtle and Coastal Conservation Project
Duration
1 week AU$993 Equivalent to AU$142/day
2 weeks AU$1392 Equivalent to AU$99/day
3 weeks AU$1791 Equivalent to AU$85/day
4 weeks AU$2190 Equivalent to AU$78/day
5 weeks AU$2589 Equivalent to AU$74/day
6 weeks AU$2988 Equivalent to AU$71/day
8 weeks AU$3786 Equivalent to AU$68/day
10 weeks AU$4529 Equivalent to AU$65/day
12 weeks AU$5217 Equivalent to AU$62/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$514) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations and criminal background check.
  • Please note: Volunteers ​staying for 2 weeks or more ​will need to budget US$200​ to ​obtain a work permit.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Zanzibar generally find US$50-75 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

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