I am more confident, more independent and more outgoing. I would say to just do it as you come out as a new person and you do things you would never think you would do, it really does bring the best out of you and I have no regrets at all
Volunteer in Vietnam
Explore International Volunteer HQ’s fascinating Vietnam volunteer abroad program. Choose from a wide range of trusted Vietnam volunteer projects, including Teaching English, Medical, Special Needs Care, Childcare and Food Outreach. Volunteer work in Vietnam is based throughout a variety of communities in and around the city of Ho Chi Minh. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 158,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Vietnam.
Highlights:
- 5 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from $410 for 1 week
- Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals, and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation in a volunteer dormitory in Ho Chi Minh City
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Optional Cultural Immersion Culture Week experience available
Key information
Volunteer opportunities in Vietnam
Increases access to education
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $410
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in kindergartens in Ho Chi Minh City
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Help with all aspects of running a childcare center, with a specific focus on assisting with English lessons for early learners.
Improves health & wellbeing
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $410
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in soup kitchens
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Assist soup kitchens to serve up to 800 meals to low income workers, students, the elderly and other locals who couldn’t otherwise afford a suitable daily lunch.
Improves health & wellbeing
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $610
- Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in a hospital
- Volunteers aged 18+
Shadow and assist local doctors and nurses in a Vietnamese hospital, helping with basic tasks and triage.
Improves health & wellbeing
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $410
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in hospitals and clinics
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Support hospitals and clinics to care for those with special needs, including those affected by Agent Orange. You can assist with physical therapy, education and sensory tasks.
Increases access to education
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $410
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in a local college
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Help to teach English in a local college to students aged between 16-25, enhancing their job prospects and opportunities for further study.
What recent volunteers said about their IVHQ experience
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Saule Serenaite
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Forrest Dores
The opportunity to volunteer in Vietnam is something I have wanted to experience for years now. Thanks to this amazing experience I now have more self confidence, necessary skills and insights into different cultures; that will help me with my future endeavours! Additionally I have gained new opportunities, unforgettable memories and friends from around the world:)
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Charlotte Saunders
I have gained so many experiences from this program. It pushed me out of my comfort zone, I connected me with new people, learnt new things, experienced a new culture and so much more! It was the most amazing experience ever and I would recommend it more than anything to anyone even considering it!
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Amber Spearing
This is our fourth year volunteering with IVHQ and the local team in Vietnam, and they have made it difficult to consider going anywhere else. The team on the ground are exceptional, consistently going above and beyond to accommodate our sometimes complex needs.
We typically travel with a group of 16 to 20 teenagers, and the level of support we receive aligns perfectly with our college policies and risk assessments. From the initial sign up to arriving in the destination, everything is perfect. The project itself is extremely well organised, and the impact on our students is both meaningful and lasting.
We take part in the food outreach programme each year, which is a truly humbling experience. While the work is demanding, it builds resilience and provides exactly the kind of challenge and purpose we aim for in our projects. Every student feels the difference they are making.
We have no doubt that we will return again. In fact, many of our students are already planning to come back independently to volunteer with the team in Ho Chi Minh City. The project is faultless - I have no negative feedback, and I would absolutely return with another group.
If anyone is hesitant about this programme I would encourage them to just do it, the support will given locally will make you feel like family, you will never be on your own and you will be fully supported at every step- you will not regret it !
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Popular tours & experiences in Vietnam
Take your volunteer experience to the next level with these popular tours and experiences. Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ Vietnam program.
Cu Chi Tunnel
Dive into a half-day exploration of Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic historical site – the Cu Chi Tunnels, a must-see attraction.
$157
Top rated
Food Tour
A Vietnam Food Tour for the food lovers! Eat like a Vietnamese for a night! We will take you to the most popular street stalls and hidden alleyways in the city, showing you where the locals truly love to eat! So, save your appetite, delight your palate, and let us fill your tummy with delicious and authentic Vietnamese food!
$67
New
North Vietnam Snapshot - 7 day tour
Get ready for an epic 7-day tour through North Vietnam. You will taste mouth-watering street food in Hanoi, cruise and kayak through Ha Long Bay, and trek through stunning rice terraces in Sa Pa.
$995
Cu Chi Tunnel
Dive into a half-day exploration of Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic historical site – the Cu Chi Tunnels, a must-see attraction.
$157
Top rated
Food Tour
A Vietnam Food Tour for the food lovers! Eat like a Vietnamese for a night! We will take you to the most popular street stalls and hidden alleyways in the city, showing you where the locals truly love to eat! So, save your appetite, delight your palate, and let us fill your tummy with delicious and authentic Vietnamese food!
$67
New
North Vietnam Snapshot - 7 day tour
Get ready for an epic 7-day tour through North Vietnam. You will taste mouth-watering street food in Hanoi, cruise and kayak through Ha Long Bay, and trek through stunning rice terraces in Sa Pa.
$995
Check what's required to visit Vietnam
Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important you monitor this right up until you depart for your trip.
