My Program Manager was amazing, and the local team was very helpful - I had a great experience.
Volunteer in Zambia
Explore International Volunteer HQ’s exciting Zambia volunteer abroad program. Choose from a wide range of trusted Zambia volunteer projects, including Teaching, Medical and Construction & Renovation, Elderly Care, Childcare and a unique Rural Teaching project. Volunteer opportunities in Zambia are based in Livingstone, which is a hub for travelers visiting Victoria Falls and the surrounding National Parks. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 142,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Zambia.
Highlights:
- 6 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from CA$546 for 1 week
- Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation in a dormitory-style volunteer house
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Projects based in Livingstone and surrounding rural areas
Key information
Volunteer opportunities in Zambia
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$546
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in kindergartens and daycare centers
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Help in kindergartens and daycare centers for underprivileged children aged between 2-6. Assist with lessons and fun activities, using your creativity to make the days exciting and fulfilling.
Supports community development
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$616
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Community centers and schools
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Help local builders with hands-on work to build and improve community centers, toilet facilities and schools in poor communities where labor is often hard to find.
Improves health & wellbeing
4-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$546
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in elderly care facilities
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Volunteer in under-resourced elderly care facilities for those who need support, but can’t get it from their families. Provide general care and assistance in a range of areas where help is needed.
Improves health & wellbeing
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$688
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in clinics
- Volunteers aged 18+
Volunteer in medical centers in low income communities, shadowing and assisting local medical staff. Volunteers with relevant experience can assist in a range of medical fields.
Increases access to education
4-8 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$831
- Duration: 1 - 8 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in rural villages and schools
- Volunteeers aged 18+ and families
Help informal community or government schools set up for students who can’t afford to pay for their education. Teach English and other subjects as the head teacher or teaching assistant.
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$546
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in local schools
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Help informal community or government schools set up for students who can’t afford to pay for their education. Teach English and other subjects as the head teacher or teaching assistant.
What recent volunteers said about their IVHQ experience
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Connor Smith-Traill
16 Aug 2024
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Frankie May-Plush
16 Aug 2024
My Program Manager was amazing and so helpful! I was very impressed with the accommodation and the staff were lovely.
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Niamh Carey
16 Aug 2024
Just go for it, it was the most amazing experience and probably the best thing I will ever do in my life. It’s daunting at first but you quickly adapt and you will not want to leave. I will 100% be back in less than 5 years. I miss everything about it already and I have only been home one day. You meet some amazing people and grow as a person.
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Erin White
02 Aug 2024
I would strongly advise any one who is considering volunteering not to hesitate about doing it through IVHQ! Every aspect of the program is so well organised and there is always some one available to help with any reservations or questions you may have. The experience of the volunteer placement will be so eye opening and rewarding and it personally taught me so many things about the world and myself.
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Jasmine Wyles
02 Aug 2024
I will never forget my time in Zambia and the impact the children had on me, and hopefully I had on them. For me it was really the people who were volunteering at the same time that made my experience.
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Charlotte Thomson
28 Jul 2024
I loved being in Zambia. Being on the program I always felt there was a wrap-around safety net wherever I was in the town. People were all very friendly and welcoming. The children at the school I helped at always greeted me each morning with a hug (even the older children) and always wanted to talk, sing, play games etc. They loved the attention and hopefully I extended their English language, knowledge etc. The Victoria Falls are a must to see for any traveler and Chobe National Park is park a wonderful place to see thousands of elephants. I also visited the local museum several times and learnt much about David Livingstone. The volunteers all got along well and chummed up for excursions, trips to an hotel swimming pool, meals out etc.
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Free-time experiences & tours in Zambia
Take your volunteer experience to the next level with IVHQ's affordable activity and tour add-ons in Zambia! Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ Zambia program.
Chobe Camping Safari (2 days, 1 night)
A memorable 2 day safari experience at the Chobe National Park, Botswana, known for its huge elephant herds.
CA$518
Rhino Game Drive
Experience Mosi-Oa-Tunya guided game drives, home of most of Zambia’s white rhino population.
CA$184
Bungee Jump Victoria Falls
Enjoy a scenic bungee jump off the Victoria Falls Bridge, located in Mosi Otunya Park.
CA$255
Chobe Camping Safari (2 days, 1 night)
A memorable 2 day safari experience at the Chobe National Park, Botswana, known for its huge elephant herds.
CA$518
Rhino Game Drive
Experience Mosi-Oa-Tunya guided game drives, home of most of Zambia’s white rhino population.
CA$184
Bungee Jump Victoria Falls
Enjoy a scenic bungee jump off the Victoria Falls Bridge, located in Mosi Otunya Park.
CA$255
