Whenever I read reviews about places like this, I always take what is written with a grain of salt. However, I genuinely had an amazing experience at my placement in Fiji. Everyone that I met, local and other volunteers, were so unbelievably kind and friendly and made the experience that much better. Going in with an open mindset that people and basic things you may be used to, will be different, is the best way to get the most out of your experience. Regardless of where you offer your help, you will feel appreciated and if I could go back for longer, I wouldn't hesitate. This experience is beyond worth it, and I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to get out of their comfort zone and help people from another culture.
Volunteer in Fiji
Live in an island paradise on International Volunteer HQ’s vibrant Fiji volunteer abroad program. Choose from a range of trusted Fiji volunteer projects, including Teaching, Sports Education, Childcare and Construction and Renovation. Volunteer work in Fiji is based on the Coral Coast of Fiji throughout a variety of communities, volunteering in and around Sigatoka on the south eastern coast of mainland Fiji. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 137,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Fiji.
Highlights:
- 4 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from $500 for 1 week
- Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation in a volunteer house
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Projects based in Sigatoka on the Coral Coast of Fiji
Key information
Volunteer opportunities in Fiji
Increases access to education
2-3 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $500
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in kindergartens
- Volunteers aged 17+ and families
Assist in lively kindergartens, bringing an energetic approach to informal lessons and activities, nurturing local children and providing support to local staff.
Supports community development
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $575
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in schools in and around Sigatoka
- Volunteers aged 17+ and families
Assist on maintenance and building tasks in local schools that often can’t pay for their required upkeep. Get your hands dirty and work hard, helping to improve classrooms and facilities for local school children.
Improves health & wellbeing
3-4 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $500
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in after-school programs
- Volunteers aged 17+ and families
Organize and play sport with local school children during class time or on after school programs. Join in yourself, help to develop their fitness and teach teamwork and skills.
Increases access to education
3-4 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $500
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in schools and after-school programs
- Volunteers aged 17+ and families
Volunteer in schools or after school tutorials, helping locals to deliver a better quality education in classes of up to 50 students.
What recent volunteers said about their IVHQ experience
The host are amazing and very friendly. Everyone in this environment is extremely nice and easy to talk to and I made some of the best friends of my life and the Introduction Week is definitely worth doing to experience Fiji and learn more.
I am so glad that my first visit to Fiji was as part of a volunteer group, it was an amazing way to get a real sense of the country, its people, and their culture.
The orientation week was really worthwhile.
I had an amazing experience with my 12 year old son volunteering in a local village in Fiji. We got to know the locals and made wonderful memories with the kids. I would absolutely recommend IVHQ to anyone looking to be immersed in the local culture and make a positive impact. This is my 2nd trip with IVHQ and plan to schedule my next one!
My hightlight moment from the volunteer experience was interacting with the locals, experiencing their culture, but most of all, seeing the smiles on the kids face everyday. The biggest impact my volunteering trip had on me was I was able to see how different cultures live and enjoy the simple wonders of life. It is an experience of a lifetime and you just have to get out of your comfort zone and do it. It will be an amazing experience that will last a lifetime.
My favourite moment was everyday when I arrived at the kindergarten seeing how happy and excited the kids were to see me. I think this volunteering trip helped me be more understanding, patient, kind and grateful. It is so worth it. The locals were so warm and friendly and I felt truly at home and not alone. I truly feel like I got just as much out of the experience as I gave. I learned so much. It's the best way to travel because you are giving back to the community in the process, and you get to experience/see what life is like for the local people.
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Free-time experiences & tours in Fiji
Take your volunteer experience to the next level with IVHQ's affordable activity and tour add-ons in Fiji! Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ Fiji program.
The Introduction Week is an awesome way to kickstart your volunteer abroad experience and it covers everything you need to know for your volunteer program in Fiji.
The Introduction Week is an awesome way to kickstart your volunteer abroad experience and it covers everything you need to know for your volunteer program in Fiji.