Known as the Land of the Morning Calm, South Korea is nestled in the northern parts of East Asia. With its distinctive harmony of historical culture and modern metropolis, this eclectic city offers a wide range of activities for volunteers to experience. Based in Seoul, International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ) offers volunteer projects such as the Animal Care & Rescue, Ecological Park Rehabilitation, Teaching, and Soup Kitchen projects.
Accommodation in a local temple
Community projects based in and around Seoul
Protects animals
3-4 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$1096
Join us in caring for animals at a rehabilitation and rescue center nestled in the mountains just outside Seoul.
Conserves the environment
3-4 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$1096
Discover the beauty of South Korea by volunteering at Yeouido Saetgang Ecological Park! Help rehabilitate habitats with a supportive team in Korea's first ecological park. Make a lasting impact and unforgettable memories!
Improves health & wellbeing
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$1096
Help battle rising hunger rates in Seoul and take part in feeding the city’s vulnerable population of homeless while gaining community outreach experience.
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$1096
Play a role in fostering global learners in the Guro district of Seoul, South Korea. Work in unison with the teaching staff in an after-school center and provide English language lessons to disadvantaged children in the area.
I thought everything was really well organized and clear. If I had questions, I could always reach out via email and would get an answer as soon as they were available.
I learned a lot about the culture and way of living there. Through the exchange with your local guides, you learn a lot and gain experiences you wouldn’t gain as a tourist. I’d always recommend the program if you wanna live in a certain country for a longer period of time and live more like a local than a tourist.
I’ve gained a lot of new memories as well as new experiences. For people who are hesitant about joining this program, I would say YOLO
I truly grew,I felt happy,it helped me to heal myself and also help people.It was that great and important.
My advice is: don’t hesitate,this was truly the best because I could be so included locally which is the best way to travel and help people.
The preparation I received from IVHQ was thorough and the video calls were most helpful!
The local support team was excellent, they went above and beyond my expectations, and clearly, they enjoyed what they were doing.
I personally gained satisfaction from being a part of something that will benefit young children and which will hopefully allow them to develop into mature adults.
The meals were excellent and I enjoyed eating the local food.
I would strongly recommend this program to anyone thinking of doing something different and wanting to see how other people live.
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Take your volunteer experience to the next level with these popular add-ons and experiences. Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ South Korea program.
Learn more about South Korean culture and tick off some must-do Seoul experiences
Do you want your own private room in a hotel while volunteering in South Korea? Enjoy your own private space in comfort and style during your volunteer experience, with IVHQ’s affordable accommodation upgrade.
If you’re arriving outside the airport pick up dates/times, book this add on now!
Learn more about South Korean culture and tick off some must-do Seoul experiences
Do you want your own private room in a hotel while volunteering in South Korea? Enjoy your own private space in comfort and style during your volunteer experience, with IVHQ’s affordable accommodation upgrade.
If you’re arriving outside the airport pick up dates/times, book this add on now!
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