Volunteer in Thailand
Explore International Volunteer HQ’s exciting Thailand volunteer abroad program. Choose from a wide range of trusted Thailand volunteer projects, including Teaching English, Childcare, Outdoor Volunteer Work and Environmental Conservation. Volunteer work in Thailand is based in the northern city of Chiang Rai or the southern tourist town of Hua Hin. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 127,000 travellers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organisation in Thailand.
Highlights:
- 9 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from AU$479 for 1 week
- Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation in dormitory-style houses or homestays
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Projects based in and around Chiang Rai and Hua Hin
Key information
Volunteer opportunities in Thailand
Protects animals
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$777
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in an animal shelter in Chiang Rai
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Help care for abandoned, lost or injured cats and dogs at an animal shelter in Thailand. By keeping the animals active and healthy, you'll help them find a new loving home.
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$825
- Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in childcare centres in Chiang Rai
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Assist local staff in busy childcare centres with all aspects of day-to-day operations. Help with lessons, activities and general tasks as required.
Increases access to education
3-4 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$526
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Child development centres & kindergartens
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Help care for and educate local children at childhood development centers and kindergartens. Pass on valuable English language skills to the kids, which can later open the doors to many employment opportunities for them.
Supports community development
4-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$605
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based at community spaces in Hua Hin
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Improve the standard of living for local people by helping build or renovate important community spaces that bring people together, such as temples, hospitals, schools, and housing.
Conserves the environment
3-4 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$526
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Mangrove nurseries & local schools
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Support local conservation initiatives such as tree planting, and help educate the local community on important environmental issues.
Develops cross-cultural learning
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$479
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in Kaeng Krachan
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Immerse yourself in a traditional hill tribe near Hua Hin, helping to teach locals English and providing support to income-earning enterprises. The perfect project for volunteers wanting an authentic cultural experience.
Supports community development
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$825
- Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in Chiang Rai and hill tribe villages
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
For those who enjoy hands-on outdoor work, you can help with construction-related tasks on a range projects that benefit locals. Alternate weekly between volunteering around Chiang Rai and supporting hill tribe communities on similar tasks.
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$825
- Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in villages and with hill tribes
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Help to provide English lessons for children and adults who want to learn the language, but would not otherwise have access to lessons. Teach under the supervision of a local teacher or on your own.
Increases access to education
3-4 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from AU$526
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Schools, community centres and kindergartens
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Help to teach English in local schools, using your knowledge as a fluent speaker to increase students’ access to employment opportunities.
”The program exceeded my expectations. I felt relieved knowing that the work I put in was a continuation of work performed by previous volunteers and would be continued by future volunteers. It was important for me to be a part of projects that are sustainable and beneficial to the community as a whole.”
Kimberly Milanes, Canadian, 24
Outdoor Work volunteer in Thailand
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