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Argentina - Buenos Aires

Explore volunteering in Argentina - Buenos Aires

Volunteer projects available in Argentina - Buenos Aires

Duration
1 week AU$699 Equivalent to AU$100/day
2 weeks AU$1045 Equivalent to AU$75/day
3 weeks AU$1288 Equivalent to AU$61/day
4 weeks AU$1532 Equivalent to AU$55/day
5 weeks AU$1775 Equivalent to AU$51/day
6 weeks AU$2019 Equivalent to AU$48/day
8 weeks AU$2506 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$2993 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3480 Equivalent to AU$41/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$35 per week, while the Healthcare project and Medical Outreach project has an extra cost of US$65 per week. These extra costs cover the supervision, materials and the logistics involved in these projects.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunch and dinner, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Buenos Aires generally find US$160 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including in-country tours and optional Spanish lessons.

Argentina - Cordoba

Explore volunteering in Argentina - Cordoba
Duration
1 week AU$550 Equivalent to AU$79/day
2 weeks AU$887 Equivalent to AU$63/day
3 weeks AU$1178 Equivalent to AU$56/day
4 weeks AU$1469 Equivalent to AU$52/day
5 weeks AU$1760 Equivalent to AU$50/day
6 weeks AU$2043 Equivalent to AU$49/day
8 weeks AU$2593 Equivalent to AU$46/day
10 weeks AU$3127 Equivalent to AU$45/day
12 weeks AU$3598 Equivalent to AU$43/day
Argentina - Cordoba: Holiday Experience Project
Duration
1 week AU$825 Equivalent to AU$118/day
2 weeks AU$1390 Equivalent to AU$99/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project and Animal Care project have an extra cost of US$35 per week for supervision, while the Holiday Experience project has an extra cost of US$125 per week. These extra costs cover the supervision, materials and the logistics involved in these projects.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunch, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Cordoba generally find US$50 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including in-country tours and optional Spanish lessons.

Australia

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Volunteer projects available in Australia

Duration
1 week AU$1626 Equivalent to AU$232/day
2 weeks AU$3245 Equivalent to AU$232/day
3 weeks AU$4785 Equivalent to AU$228/day
4 weeks AU$6325 Equivalent to AU$226/day
  • Accommodation
  • Weekday lunches
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Program Fees for the Australia program are non-refundable once inside 30 days of the program start date. Any changes or cancellations within 30 days of the program start date are subject to a US$430 late change/cancellation fee.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, some meals, public transport to and from the airport.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Australia generally find US$200 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as weekend lunches and all dinners, and local tours and activities.
  • Program Fees for the Australia program are non-refundable once inside 30 days of the program start date. Any changes or cancellations within 30 days of the program start date are subject to a US$430 late change/cancellation fee.

Bali - Lovina

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Volunteer projects available in Bali - Lovina

Duration
1 week AU$667 Equivalent to AU$95/day
2 weeks AU$961 Equivalent to AU$69/day
3 weeks AU$1263 Equivalent to AU$60/day
4 weeks AU$1533 Equivalent to AU$55/day
5 weeks AU$1788 Equivalent to AU$51/day
6 weeks AU$2043 Equivalent to AU$49/day
8 weeks AU$2528 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$3014 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3499 Equivalent to AU$42/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The School and Community Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Bali - Lovina generally find US$80-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Bali - Ubud

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Duration
1 week AU$605 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$891 Equivalent to AU$64/day
3 weeks AU$1177 Equivalent to AU$56/day
4 weeks AU$1470 Equivalent to AU$53/day
5 weeks AU$1749 Equivalent to AU$50/day
6 weeks AU$1995 Equivalent to AU$48/day
8 weeks AU$2481 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$2967 Equivalent to AU$42/day
12 weeks AU$3452 Equivalent to AU$41/day
Bali - Ubud: Turtle Conservation Project
Duration
2 weeks AU$1205 Equivalent to AU$86/day
3 weeks AU$1750 Equivalent to AU$83/day
4 weeks AU$2288 Equivalent to AU$82/day
5 weeks AU$2754 Equivalent to AU$79/day
6 weeks AU$3229 Equivalent to AU$77/day
8 weeks AU$4053 Equivalent to AU$72/day
10 weeks AU$4884 Equivalent to AU$70/day
12 weeks AU$5707 Equivalent to AU$68/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Bali - Ubud generally find US$80-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Belize

Explore volunteering in Belize

Volunteer projects available in Belize

Duration
1 week AU$1650 Equivalent to AU$330/day
2 weeks AU$3103 Equivalent to AU$310/day
3 weeks AU$4557 Equivalent to AU$304/day
4 weeks AU$6011 Equivalent to AU$301/day
5 weeks AU$7464 Equivalent to AU$299/day
6 weeks AU$8918 Equivalent to AU$297/day
8 weeks AU$11825 Equivalent to AU$296/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, and transport to and from the airport.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Belize generally find US$300 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses, including accommodation and meals on the mainland for Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, and miscellaneous spending.
  • Please note: Volunteers will need to budget an extra US$30 per week for Marine Conservation Park fees and US$30 per week for dive gear rental.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$550 late change/cancellation fee.

Brazil

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Volunteer projects available in Brazil

Duration
2 weeks AU$895 Equivalent to AU$64/day
3 weeks AU$1131 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1367 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1602 Equivalent to AU$46/day
6 weeks AU$1838 Equivalent to AU$44/day
8 weeks AU$2310 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2781 Equivalent to AU$40/day
12 weeks AU$3253 Equivalent to AU$39/day
16 weeks AU$4196 Equivalent to AU$37/day
20 weeks AU$5138 Equivalent to AU$37/day
24 weeks AU$6081 Equivalent to AU$36/day
  • Accommodation
  • Daily breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • If your chosen duration includes the Carnival festival (scheduled for February 16th - 23rd, 2023) , a one-off surcharge will apply which covers the increase in the cost of accommodation and living in Brazil during Carnival. For those who will be on the program during this time, a US$350 surcharge will be added to the program fee for the week of February 21st. If your duration finishes on Saturday 18th February, a surcharge of US$100 will apply.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Brazil generally find US$250 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including lunch, dinner and miscellaneous spending.
  • If your chosen duration includes the Carnival festival (scheduled for February 16th - 22nd, 2023) , a one-off surcharge will apply which covers the increase in the cost of accommodation and living in Brazil during Carnival. For those who will be on the program during this time, a US$350 surcharge will be added to the program fee.

Cambodia

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Duration
2 weeks AU$675 Equivalent to AU$48/day
3 weeks AU$887 Equivalent to AU$42/day
4 weeks AU$1068 Equivalent to AU$38/day
5 weeks AU$1249 Equivalent to AU$36/day
6 weeks AU$1430 Equivalent to AU$34/day
8 weeks AU$1791 Equivalent to AU$32/day
10 weeks AU$2153 Equivalent to AU$31/day
12 weeks AU$2506 Equivalent to AU$30/day
16 weeks AU$3198 Equivalent to AU$29/day
20 weeks AU$3889 Equivalent to AU$28/day
24 weeks AU$4581 Equivalent to AU$27/day
Cambodia: Medical Project
Duration
4 weeks AU$1382 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1720 Equivalent to AU$49/day
6 weeks AU$1901 Equivalent to AU$45/day
8 weeks AU$2263 Equivalent to AU$40/day
10 weeks AU$2781 Equivalent to AU$40/day
12 weeks AU$3135 Equivalent to AU$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Animal Care project has an extra cost of US$10 per week to cover the resources that the local team donate to the placements, i.e. food and snacks, while the Medical project has a separate fees table (please see the Cambodia Medical project page) to cover the support you receive from the hospital staff.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Cambodia generally find US$50-80 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

China

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Volunteer projects available in China

Duration
1 week AU$526 Equivalent to AU$75/day
2 weeks AU$809 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1092 Equivalent to AU$52/day
4 weeks AU$1375 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1657 Equivalent to AU$47/day
6 weeks AU$1940 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2506 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$3072 Equivalent to AU$44/day
12 weeks AU$3638 Equivalent to AU$43/day
16 weeks AU$4769 Equivalent to AU$43/day
20 weeks AU$5901 Equivalent to AU$42/day
24 weeks AU$7032 Equivalent to AU$42/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in China generally find US$50 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Costa Rica

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Duration
1 week AU$699 Equivalent to AU$100/day
2 weeks AU$1155 Equivalent to AU$83/day
3 weeks AU$1595 Equivalent to AU$76/day
4 weeks AU$1980 Equivalent to AU$71/day
5 weeks AU$2302 Equivalent to AU$66/day
6 weeks AU$2624 Equivalent to AU$62/day
8 weeks AU$3268 Equivalent to AU$58/day
10 weeks AU$3913 Equivalent to AU$56/day
12 weeks AU$4557 Equivalent to AU$54/day
16 weeks AU$5846 Equivalent to AU$52/day
20 weeks AU$7134 Equivalent to AU$51/day
24 weeks AU$8423 Equivalent to AU$50/day
Costa Rica: Manuel Antonio Projects
Duration
3 weeks AU$1830 Equivalent to AU$87/day
4 weeks AU$2239 Equivalent to AU$80/day
5 weeks AU$2561 Equivalent to AU$73/day
6 weeks AU$2883 Equivalent to AU$69/day
8 weeks AU$3528 Equivalent to AU$63/day
10 weeks AU$4164 Equivalent to AU$60/day
12 weeks AU$4808 Equivalent to AU$57/day
16 weeks AU$6097 Equivalent to AU$54/day
20 weeks AU$7386 Equivalent to AU$53/day
24 weeks AU$8674 Equivalent to AU$52/day
Costa Rica: Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Project
Duration
1 week AU$2860 Equivalent to AU$409/day
2 weeks AU$5209 Equivalent to AU$372/day
3 weeks AU$7873 Equivalent to AU$375/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Turtle Conservation, Healthcare, Dental, Eco-Agriculture, Holiday Experience and Construction projects also have an extra cost of US$85 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in these projects. The Medical Campaign has a one off payment of US$790
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Costa Rica generally find US$150 - US$200 per week to be sufficient for expenses. For Turtle Conservation and Eco-Agriculture projects, volunteers can bring less spending money as the location is remote and all meals will be provided.

Croatia

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Duration
1 week AU$950 Equivalent to AU$136/day
2 weeks AU$1532 Equivalent to AU$109/day
3 weeks AU$2113 Equivalent to AU$101/day
4 weeks AU$2695 Equivalent to AU$96/day
5 weeks AU$3276 Equivalent to AU$94/day
6 weeks AU$3858 Equivalent to AU$92/day
8 weeks AU$5021 Equivalent to AU$90/day
10 weeks AU$6184 Equivalent to AU$88/day
12 weeks AU$7346 Equivalent to AU$87/day
Croatia: Marine Conservation Project
Duration
1 week AU$1689 Equivalent to AU$241/day
2 weeks AU$2820 Equivalent to AU$201/day
3 weeks AU$4109 Equivalent to AU$196/day
4 weeks AU$5398 Equivalent to AU$193/day
5 weeks AU$6529 Equivalent to AU$187/day
6 weeks AU$7661 Equivalent to AU$182/day
8 weeks AU$9924 Equivalent to AU$177/day
Croatia: Bear Conservation Project
Duration
4 weeks AU$3072 Equivalent to AU$110/day
5 weeks AU$3685 Equivalent to AU$105/day
6 weeks AU$4298 Equivalent to AU$102/day
8 weeks AU$5523 Equivalent to AU$99/day
10 weeks AU$6749 Equivalent to AU$96/day
12 weeks AU$7975 Equivalent to AU$95/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Croatia generally find US$80 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.

Ecuador - Quito

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Duration
1 week AU$463 Equivalent to AU$66/day
2 weeks AU$667 Equivalent to AU$48/day
3 weeks AU$880 Equivalent to AU$42/day
4 weeks AU$1100 Equivalent to AU$39/day
5 weeks AU$1343 Equivalent to AU$38/day
6 weeks AU$1555 Equivalent to AU$37/day
8 weeks AU$1964 Equivalent to AU$35/day
10 weeks AU$2467 Equivalent to AU$35/day
12 weeks AU$2828 Equivalent to AU$34/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunches, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Quito generally find US$50 - US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches, water bottles and local tours and activities. Please note that if you wish to make any payment to the local team whilst on the program, this will need to be done via cash or bank transfer.

Ecuador - Santa Elena

Explore volunteering in Ecuador - Santa Elena
Duration
1 week AU$612 Equivalent to AU$88/day
2 weeks AU$817 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1076 Equivalent to AU$51/day
4 weeks AU$1288 Equivalent to AU$46/day
5 weeks AU$1547 Equivalent to AU$44/day
6 weeks AU$1760 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2168 Equivalent to AU$39/day
10 weeks AU$2687 Equivalent to AU$38/day
12 weeks AU$3033 Equivalent to AU$36/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Animal Care and Environmental Education projects also have an extra cost of US$40 for materials and the logistics involved in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunches, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Santa Elena generally find US$50 - US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches, Spanish language lessons, and local tours and activities. Please note that if you wish to make any payment to the local team whilst on the program, this will need to be done via cash or bank transfer.

Fiji

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Volunteer projects available in Fiji

Duration
1 week AU$707 Equivalent to AU$101/day
2 weeks AU$1008 Equivalent to AU$72/day
3 weeks AU$1318 Equivalent to AU$63/day
4 weeks AU$1620 Equivalent to AU$58/day
5 weeks AU$1890 Equivalent to AU$54/day
6 weeks AU$2168 Equivalent to AU$52/day
8 weeks AU$2725 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3281 Equivalent to AU$47/day
12 weeks AU$3837 Equivalent to AU$46/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has a surcharge of US$75 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project. Please note that if you choose the Introduction Week option, the surcharge will only start from your second week.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Fiji generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Galapagos Islands

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Duration
2 weeks AU$2231 Equivalent to AU$159/day
3 weeks AU$3048 Equivalent to AU$145/day
4 weeks AU$3866 Equivalent to AU$138/day
5 weeks AU$4683 Equivalent to AU$134/day
6 weeks AU$5500 Equivalent to AU$131/day
8 weeks AU$7134 Equivalent to AU$127/day
10 weeks AU$8769 Equivalent to AU$125/day
12 weeks AU$10403 Equivalent to AU$124/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: national park entry fees, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, spending money, public transportation and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Program Fees for the Galapagos Islands program are non-refundable once inside 30 days of the program start date. Any changes or cancellations within 30 days of the program start date are subject to a US$500 late change/cancellation fee.

Ghana

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Duration
1 week AU$463 Equivalent to AU$66/day
2 weeks AU$683 Equivalent to AU$49/day
3 weeks AU$872 Equivalent to AU$42/day
4 weeks AU$1060 Equivalent to AU$38/day
5 weeks AU$1249 Equivalent to AU$36/day
6 weeks AU$1485 Equivalent to AU$35/day
8 weeks AU$1940 Equivalent to AU$35/day
10 weeks AU$2396 Equivalent to AU$34/day
12 weeks AU$2868 Equivalent to AU$34/day
16 weeks AU$3842 Equivalent to AU$34/day
20 weeks AU$4816 Equivalent to AU$34/day
24 weeks AU$5791 Equivalent to AU$34/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical, Agriculture and Construction and Renovation projects have an extra cost of US$49 per week for additional supervision, materials and logistics involved. The Health Education and Outreach project has a one-off payment of US$545.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Ghana generally find US$50 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including water, toilet paper, transport and miscellaneous spending.

Greece - Athens

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Duration
1 week AU$950 Equivalent to AU$136/day
2 weeks AU$1532 Equivalent to AU$109/day
3 weeks AU$2113 Equivalent to AU$101/day
4 weeks AU$2695 Equivalent to AU$96/day
5 weeks AU$3276 Equivalent to AU$94/day
6 weeks AU$3858 Equivalent to AU$92/day
8 weeks AU$5021 Equivalent to AU$90/day
10 weeks AU$6184 Equivalent to AU$88/day
12 weeks AU$7346 Equivalent to AU$87/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers on Athens based projects generally find US$100 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses, including transportation and miscellaneous spending.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.

Guatemala

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Duration
1 week AU$605 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$997 Equivalent to AU$71/day
3 weeks AU$1296 Equivalent to AU$62/day
4 weeks AU$1587 Equivalent to AU$57/day
5 weeks AU$1878 Equivalent to AU$54/day
6 weeks AU$2168 Equivalent to AU$52/day
8 weeks AU$2750 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3331 Equivalent to AU$48/day
12 weeks AU$3913 Equivalent to AU$47/day
16 weeks AU$5076 Equivalent to AU$45/day
20 weeks AU$6239 Equivalent to AU$45/day
24 weeks AU$7401 Equivalent to AU$44/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical, Dental, Construction, Eco-Agriculture Conservation, Mayan Cultural Immersion and Holiday Experience projects also have an extra cost of US$85 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in these projects. The Medical Campaign has a one off payment of US$555.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Guatemala generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches (except for Beach and Turtle Conservation and Mayan Cultural Immersion volunteers), in-country tours, and Spanish language lessons.

India - Delhi

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Volunteer projects available in India - Delhi

Duration
1 week AU$432 Equivalent to AU$62/day
2 weeks AU$542 Equivalent to AU$39/day
3 weeks AU$730 Equivalent to AU$35/day
4 weeks AU$919 Equivalent to AU$33/day
5 weeks AU$1107 Equivalent to AU$32/day
6 weeks AU$1296 Equivalent to AU$31/day
8 weeks AU$1673 Equivalent to AU$30/day
10 weeks AU$2050 Equivalent to AU$29/day
12 weeks AU$2428 Equivalent to AU$29/day
16 weeks AU$3182 Equivalent to AU$28/day
20 weeks AU$3936 Equivalent to AU$28/day
24 weeks AU$4691 Equivalent to AU$28/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, return transport to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Delhi generally find US$50 - US$100 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.

India - Kerala

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Duration
1 week AU$699 Equivalent to AU$100/day
2 weeks AU$927 Equivalent to AU$66/day
3 weeks AU$1155 Equivalent to AU$55/day
4 weeks AU$1382 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1610 Equivalent to AU$46/day
6 weeks AU$1838 Equivalent to AU$44/day
8 weeks AU$2294 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2750 Equivalent to AU$39/day
12 weeks AU$3205 Equivalent to AU$38/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • There is a surcharge of US$60 per week for the Women's Empowerment project (covers resources, supervision and equipment used on the project) and the Medical + Physical Therapy project (covers training and resources used on these projects). Also, a US$50 per week surcharge is incurred for the Dentistry project to help cover training and resources too.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Kerala generally find US$50 - US$100 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.

Italy - Rome

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Duration
2 weeks AU$1988 Equivalent to AU$142/day
3 weeks AU$2789 Equivalent to AU$133/day
4 weeks AU$3590 Equivalent to AU$128/day
5 weeks AU$4392 Equivalent to AU$126/day
6 weeks AU$5193 Equivalent to AU$124/day
8 weeks AU$6796 Equivalent to AU$121/day
10 weeks AU$8399 Equivalent to AU$120/day
12 weeks AU$10002 Equivalent to AU$119/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunch, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Rome generally find US$200 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including lunches, transport and miscellaneous spending.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.
  • Accommodation
  • Daily Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, some meals, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Jamaica generally find US$400 -$500 per week to be sufficient for additional expenses.

Jordan

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Duration
1 week AU$1100 Equivalent to AU$157/day
2 weeks AU$1587 Equivalent to AU$113/day
3 weeks AU$2121 Equivalent to AU$101/day
4 weeks AU$2655 Equivalent to AU$95/day
5 weeks AU$3190 Equivalent to AU$91/day
6 weeks AU$3724 Equivalent to AU$89/day
8 weeks AU$4793 Equivalent to AU$86/day
10 weeks AU$5861 Equivalent to AU$84/day
12 weeks AU$6930 Equivalent to AU$83/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Jordan generally find US$50 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.

Kenya

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Duration
1 week AU$589 Equivalent to AU$84/day
2 weeks AU$809 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1029 Equivalent to AU$49/day
4 weeks AU$1249 Equivalent to AU$45/day
5 weeks AU$1469 Equivalent to AU$42/day
6 weeks AU$1689 Equivalent to AU$40/day
8 weeks AU$2129 Equivalent to AU$38/day
10 weeks AU$2569 Equivalent to AU$37/day
12 weeks AU$3009 Equivalent to AU$36/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, public transport to and from your placement each day, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Kenya generally find US$150-200 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Laos

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Volunteer projects available in Laos

Duration
1 week AU$447 Equivalent to AU$64/day
2 weeks AU$707 Equivalent to AU$51/day
3 weeks AU$966 Equivalent to AU$46/day
4 weeks AU$1217 Equivalent to AU$44/day
5 weeks AU$1469 Equivalent to AU$42/day
6 weeks AU$1720 Equivalent to AU$41/day
8 weeks AU$2066 Equivalent to AU$37/day
10 weeks AU$2412 Equivalent to AU$34/day
12 weeks AU$2758 Equivalent to AU$33/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Laos generally find US$75 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Madagascar

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Duration
1 week AU$785 Equivalent to AU$112/day
2 weeks AU$1194 Equivalent to AU$85/day
3 weeks AU$1618 Equivalent to AU$77/day
4 weeks AU$2043 Equivalent to AU$73/day
5 weeks AU$2467 Equivalent to AU$71/day
6 weeks AU$2891 Equivalent to AU$69/day
8 weeks AU$3740 Equivalent to AU$67/day
10 weeks AU$4588 Equivalent to AU$66/day
12 weeks AU$5437 Equivalent to AU$65/day
Madagascar: Marine Conservation Project
Duration
4 weeks AU$3300 Equivalent to AU$118/day
5 weeks AU$3921 Equivalent to AU$112/day
6 weeks AU$4541 Equivalent to AU$108/day
8 weeks AU$5751 Equivalent to AU$103/day
10 weeks AU$6993 Equivalent to AU$100/day
12 weeks AU$8234 Equivalent to AU$98/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Madagascar generally find US$50-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Mexico - Merida

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Volunteer projects available in Mexico - Merida

Duration
1 week AU$542 Equivalent to AU$77/day
2 weeks AU$856 Equivalent to AU$61/day
3 weeks AU$1155 Equivalent to AU$55/day
4 weeks AU$1422 Equivalent to AU$51/day
5 weeks AU$1642 Equivalent to AU$47/day
6 weeks AU$1909 Equivalent to AU$45/day
8 weeks AU$2443 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$2978 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3512 Equivalent to AU$42/day
16 weeks AU$4581 Equivalent to AU$41/day
20 weeks AU$5649 Equivalent to AU$40/day
24 weeks AU$6718 Equivalent to AU$40/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Agriculture project has a one-off surcharge of US$65 to cover training and resources used in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunches, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Mexico generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches and local tours and activities.

Morocco

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Duration
1 week AU$526 Equivalent to AU$75/day
2 weeks AU$950 Equivalent to AU$68/day
3 weeks AU$1249 Equivalent to AU$60/day
4 weeks AU$1547 Equivalent to AU$55/day
5 weeks AU$1846 Equivalent to AU$53/day
6 weeks AU$2145 Equivalent to AU$51/day
8 weeks AU$2742 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3182 Equivalent to AU$45/day
12 weeks AU$3622 Equivalent to AU$43/day
16 weeks AU$4502 Equivalent to AU$40/day
20 weeks AU$5382 Equivalent to AU$38/day
24 weeks AU$6262 Equivalent to AU$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Morocco generally find US$40 to be sufficient for weekly expenses.

Nepal

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Duration
1 week AU$432 Equivalent to AU$62/day
2 weeks AU$636 Equivalent to AU$45/day
3 weeks AU$840 Equivalent to AU$40/day
4 weeks AU$1045 Equivalent to AU$37/day
5 weeks AU$1249 Equivalent to AU$36/day
6 weeks AU$1453 Equivalent to AU$35/day
8 weeks AU$1830 Equivalent to AU$33/day
10 weeks AU$2208 Equivalent to AU$32/day
12 weeks AU$2585 Equivalent to AU$31/day
Nepal: Elephant Conservation - Chitwan Project
Duration
1 week AU$652 Equivalent to AU$93/day
2 weeks AU$1076 Equivalent to AU$77/day
3 weeks AU$1500 Equivalent to AU$71/day
4 weeks AU$1925 Equivalent to AU$69/day
5 weeks AU$2349 Equivalent to AU$67/day
6 weeks AU$2773 Equivalent to AU$66/day
8 weeks AU$3590 Equivalent to AU$64/day
10 weeks AU$4408 Equivalent to AU$63/day
12 weeks AU$5225 Equivalent to AU$62/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical Elective project has an extra cost of US$60 per week, while the Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week to cover training, resources and materials used in these projects.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, lunches, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Nepal generally find US$30 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches, and local tours and activities.

New Zealand

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Volunteer projects available in New Zealand

Duration
2 weeks AU$1681 Equivalent to AU$120/day
3 weeks AU$2451 Equivalent to AU$117/day
4 weeks AU$3221 Equivalent to AU$115/day
5 weeks AU$3976 Equivalent to AU$114/day
6 weeks AU$4730 Equivalent to AU$113/day
8 weeks AU$6207 Equivalent to AU$111/day
10 weeks AU$7677 Equivalent to AU$110/day
12 weeks AU$9138 Equivalent to AU$109/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and lunch (Monday to Friday)
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, some meals, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in New Zealand generally find US$150 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as weekend breakfast and lunches and all dinners, as well as local tours and activities.
  • Any cancellations or changes within 14 days of a volunteers start date is subject to a minimum US$280 late change/cancellation fee.

Peru - Cusco

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Duration
1 week AU$605 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$997 Equivalent to AU$71/day
3 weeks AU$1296 Equivalent to AU$62/day
4 weeks AU$1587 Equivalent to AU$57/day
5 weeks AU$1878 Equivalent to AU$54/day
6 weeks AU$2168 Equivalent to AU$52/day
8 weeks AU$2750 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3331 Equivalent to AU$48/day
12 weeks AU$3913 Equivalent to AU$47/day
16 weeks AU$5076 Equivalent to AU$45/day
20 weeks AU$6239 Equivalent to AU$45/day
24 weeks AU$7401 Equivalent to AU$44/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Jungle Conservation, Eco-Agriculture Conservation, Construction and Renovation, Holiday Experience, Medical and Andean Immersion projects also have an extra cost of US$85 per week for supervision, materials, meals (if applicable) and the logistics involved in these projects. The Medical Campaign has a one off payment of US$560.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Cusco generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as lunches (except for Jungle Conservation, Andean Immersion, and Eco-Agriculture Conservation volunteers), in-country tours, and Spanish language lessons.

Peru - Lima

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Duration
1 week AU$432 Equivalent to AU$62/day
2 weeks AU$766 Equivalent to AU$55/day
3 weeks AU$1100 Equivalent to AU$52/day
4 weeks AU$1312 Equivalent to AU$47/day
5 weeks AU$1530 Equivalent to AU$44/day
6 weeks AU$1750 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2206 Equivalent to AU$39/day
10 weeks AU$2646 Equivalent to AU$38/day
12 weeks AU$3086 Equivalent to AU$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical Outreach and Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$40 per week to cover materials, supervision and logistics involved in these projects.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Lima generally find US$50 - $100 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as snacks, in-country tours, and Spanish language lessons.
  • Anyone volunteering during the week before Christmas will have a one-off surcharge of US$70 added to their file when registering, for Christmas activities within the community.

Philippines

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Volunteer projects available in the Philippines

Duration
1 week AU$597 Equivalent to AU$85/day
2 weeks AU$836 Equivalent to AU$60/day
3 weeks AU$1137 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1408 Equivalent to AU$50/day
5 weeks AU$1678 Equivalent to AU$48/day
6 weeks AU$1948 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2489 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$3029 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3570 Equivalent to AU$43/day
16 weeks AU$4651 Equivalent to AU$42/day
20 weeks AU$5733 Equivalent to AU$41/day
24 weeks AU$6814 Equivalent to AU$41/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project. Philippines Introduction Week incurs a US$365 and adds a week.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Philippines generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Portugal

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Duration
1 week AU$966 Equivalent to AU$138/day
2 weeks AU$1472 Equivalent to AU$105/day
3 weeks AU$1978 Equivalent to AU$94/day
4 weeks AU$2484 Equivalent to AU$89/day
5 weeks AU$2990 Equivalent to AU$85/day
6 weeks AU$3496 Equivalent to AU$83/day
8 weeks AU$4508 Equivalent to AU$81/day
10 weeks AU$5607 Equivalent to AU$80/day
12 weeks AU$6619 Equivalent to AU$79/day
Portugal: Environmental Scuba Diving Project
Duration
1 week AU$1595 Equivalent to AU$228/day
2 weeks AU$2729 Equivalent to AU$195/day
3 weeks AU$3864 Equivalent to AU$184/day
4 weeks AU$4999 Equivalent to AU$179/day
5 weeks AU$6133 Equivalent to AU$175/day
6 weeks AU$7268 Equivalent to AU$173/day
8 weeks AU$9537 Equivalent to AU$170/day
Portugal: Wolf Conservation Project
Duration
2 weeks AU$1551 Equivalent to AU$111/day
4 weeks AU$2563 Equivalent to AU$92/day
Portugal: Wildlife Conservation Project
Duration
2 weeks AU$1786 Equivalent to AU$128/day
3 weeks AU$2528 Equivalent to AU$120/day
4 weeks AU$3270 Equivalent to AU$117/day
5 weeks AU$4012 Equivalent to AU$115/day
6 weeks AU$4753 Equivalent to AU$113/day
8 weeks AU$6237 Equivalent to AU$111/day
10 weeks AU$7807 Equivalent to AU$112/day
12 weeks AU$9291 Equivalent to AU$111/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers on Lisbon based projects and on the Wildlife Conservation project generally find US$65 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses. For those on the Wolf Conservation project, we recommend a weekly budget of US$150.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.

Puerto Rico

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Duration
1 week AU$982 Equivalent to AU$140/day
2 weeks AU$1492 Equivalent to AU$107/day
3 weeks AU$1956 Equivalent to AU$93/day
4 weeks AU$2467 Equivalent to AU$88/day
5 weeks AU$2974 Equivalent to AU$85/day
6 weeks AU$3480 Equivalent to AU$83/day
8 weeks AU$4420 Equivalent to AU$79/day
10 weeks AU$5280 Equivalent to AU$75/day
12 weeks AU$6215 Equivalent to AU$74/day
Puerto Rico: Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Project
  • Accommodation
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, meals, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Puerto Rico generally find US$300 - US$400 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as meals, and in-country tours.
  • Any cancellations or changes within 14 days of a volunteers start date is subject to a minimum 25% late change/cancellation fee.

Romania

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Duration
1 week AU$792 Equivalent to AU$113/day
2 weeks AU$1362 Equivalent to AU$97/day
3 weeks AU$1782 Equivalent to AU$85/day
4 weeks AU$2201 Equivalent to AU$79/day
5 weeks AU$2615 Equivalent to AU$75/day
6 weeks AU$3028 Equivalent to AU$72/day
8 weeks AU$3855 Equivalent to AU$69/day
10 weeks AU$4681 Equivalent to AU$67/day
12 weeks AU$5486 Equivalent to AU$65/day
16 weeks AU$7095 Equivalent to AU$63/day
20 weeks AU$8676 Equivalent to AU$62/day
24 weeks AU$10248 Equivalent to AU$61/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Romania generally find US$60 to be sufficient for weekly expenses including, transportation, water and miscellaneous spending.

South Africa

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Volunteer projects available in South Africa

Duration
1 week AU$432 Equivalent to AU$62/day
2 weeks AU$699 Equivalent to AU$50/day
3 weeks AU$966 Equivalent to AU$46/day
4 weeks AU$1233 Equivalent to AU$44/day
5 weeks AU$1500 Equivalent to AU$43/day
6 weeks AU$1767 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2302 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2836 Equivalent to AU$41/day
12 weeks AU$3370 Equivalent to AU$40/day
16 weeks AU$4439 Equivalent to AU$40/day
20 weeks AU$5508 Equivalent to AU$39/day
24 weeks AU$6576 Equivalent to AU$39/day
South Africa: Surf Outreach Project
Duration
1 week AU$542 Equivalent to AU$77/day
2 weeks AU$919 Equivalent to AU$66/day
3 weeks AU$1296 Equivalent to AU$62/day
4 weeks AU$1673 Equivalent to AU$60/day
5 weeks AU$2050 Equivalent to AU$59/day
6 weeks AU$2428 Equivalent to AU$58/day
8 weeks AU$3182 Equivalent to AU$57/day
10 weeks AU$3936 Equivalent to AU$56/day
12 weeks AU$4691 Equivalent to AU$56/day
16 weeks AU$6199 Equivalent to AU$55/day
20 weeks AU$7708 Equivalent to AU$55/day
24 weeks AU$9217 Equivalent to AU$55/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in South Africa generally find US$50-75 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

South Africa - Kruger

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Volunteer projects available in South Africa - Kruger

Duration
2 weeks AU$1532 Equivalent to AU$109/day
4 weeks AU$2538 Equivalent to AU$91/day
6 weeks AU$3543 Equivalent to AU$84/day
8 weeks AU$4549 Equivalent to AU$81/day
10 weeks AU$5555 Equivalent to AU$79/day
12 weeks AU$6561 Equivalent to AU$78/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations and a criminal background check.
  • Please note: due to the remote location of the camp and limited availability of specialty items, there is an extra charge in order to cater for some dietary requirements (US$20 per week for vegetarian and US$30 per week for vegan, gluten and lactose intolerance).
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in South Africa - Kruger generally find US$50-75 per week to be sufficient for expenses, if not joining weekend tours.

South Africa - Table View

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Volunteer projects available in South Africa - Table View

Duration
1 week AU$550 Equivalent to AU$79/day
2 weeks AU$895 Equivalent to AU$64/day
3 weeks AU$1351 Equivalent to AU$64/day
4 weeks AU$1838 Equivalent to AU$66/day
5 weeks AU$2310 Equivalent to AU$66/day
6 weeks AU$2765 Equivalent to AU$66/day
8 weeks AU$3677 Equivalent to AU$66/day
10 weeks AU$4588 Equivalent to AU$66/day
12 weeks AU$5500 Equivalent to AU$65/day
16 weeks AU$7323 Equivalent to AU$65/day
20 weeks AU$9146 Equivalent to AU$65/day
24 weeks AU$10969 Equivalent to AU$65/day
South Africa - Table View: Surf, Skate & Swim Project
Duration
1 week AU$620 Equivalent to AU$89/day
2 weeks AU$1068 Equivalent to AU$76/day
3 weeks AU$1430 Equivalent to AU$68/day
4 weeks AU$1893 Equivalent to AU$68/day
5 weeks AU$2388 Equivalent to AU$68/day
6 weeks AU$2844 Equivalent to AU$68/day
8 weeks AU$3756 Equivalent to AU$67/day
10 weeks AU$4651 Equivalent to AU$66/day
12 weeks AU$5563 Equivalent to AU$66/day
16 weeks AU$7370 Equivalent to AU$66/day
20 weeks AU$9193 Equivalent to AU$66/day
24 weeks AU$11016 Equivalent to AU$66/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and airport drop-off.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in South Africa generally find US$80 per week to be sufficient for expenses, not including weekend activities/tours.

Spain - Barcelona

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Duration
1 week AU$1021 Equivalent to AU$146/day
2 weeks AU$1657 Equivalent to AU$118/day
3 weeks AU$2294 Equivalent to AU$109/day
4 weeks AU$2930 Equivalent to AU$105/day
5 weeks AU$3567 Equivalent to AU$102/day
6 weeks AU$4203 Equivalent to AU$100/day
8 weeks AU$5476 Equivalent to AU$98/day
10 weeks AU$6749 Equivalent to AU$96/day
12 weeks AU$8022 Equivalent to AU$96/day
Spain - Barcelona: Marine Conservation Project
Duration
1 week AU$1532 Equivalent to AU$219/day
2 weeks AU$2506 Equivalent to AU$179/day
3 weeks AU$3480 Equivalent to AU$166/day
4 weeks AU$4455 Equivalent to AU$159/day
5 weeks AU$5429 Equivalent to AU$155/day
6 weeks AU$6404 Equivalent to AU$152/day
8 weeks AU$8352 Equivalent to AU$149/day
10 weeks AU$10301 Equivalent to AU$147/day
12 weeks AU$12250 Equivalent to AU$146/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on language lessons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, dinners, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Spain generally find US$100 to be sufficient for weekly expenses including dinners, transportation and miscellaneous spending.
  • Please note: You will need to budget an extra US$10 per night for the Barcelona City Tax, paid directly to the accommodation upon arrival.
  • Any changes or cancellations within 14 days of your start date are subject to a US$200 late change/cancellation fee.

Sri Lanka

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Duration
1 week AU$597 Equivalent to AU$85/day
2 weeks AU$836 Equivalent to AU$60/day
3 weeks AU$1137 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1408 Equivalent to AU$50/day
5 weeks AU$1678 Equivalent to AU$48/day
6 weeks AU$1948 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2489 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$3029 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3570 Equivalent to AU$43/day
Sri Lanka: Turtle Conservation Project
Duration
2 weeks AU$1142 Equivalent to AU$82/day
3 weeks AU$1656 Equivalent to AU$79/day
4 weeks AU$2162 Equivalent to AU$77/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Sri Lanka generally find US$50 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Tanzania

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Duration
1 week AU$463 Equivalent to AU$66/day
2 weeks AU$652 Equivalent to AU$47/day
3 weeks AU$927 Equivalent to AU$44/day
4 weeks AU$1147 Equivalent to AU$41/day
5 weeks AU$1382 Equivalent to AU$40/day
6 weeks AU$1618 Equivalent to AU$39/day
8 weeks AU$2113 Equivalent to AU$38/day
10 weeks AU$2632 Equivalent to AU$38/day
12 weeks AU$3150 Equivalent to AU$38/day
16 weeks AU$4188 Equivalent to AU$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical project has an additional surcharge of US$50 per week for additional supervision, materials, and logistics involved. The Animal Welfare project has a one-off surcharge of US$80 which covers costs involved in supervision and transport, and goes directly to the veterinarian volunteers are working with. The Sustainable Agriculture project has a one-off surcharge of US$80 and the Construction and Renovation project has an additional surcharge of US$49 per week which covers supervision, materials and logistics involved with these projects. The Maasai Immersion project has an additional surcharge of US$100 for 2 weeks for additional transportation, logistics involved and a donation to the Maasai village.
  • Independent volunteers under the age of 18 will have an additional cost of US$80 per week added to their program fee to cover extra logistical support provided by the local team.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Tanzania generally find US$75-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Thailand

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Volunteer projects available in Thailand

Duration
1 week AU$699 Equivalent to AU$100/day
2 weeks AU$825 Equivalent to AU$59/day
3 weeks AU$982 Equivalent to AU$47/day
4 weeks AU$1186 Equivalent to AU$42/day
5 weeks AU$1375 Equivalent to AU$39/day
6 weeks AU$1547 Equivalent to AU$37/day
8 weeks AU$1909 Equivalent to AU$34/day
10 weeks AU$2318 Equivalent to AU$33/day
12 weeks AU$2726 Equivalent to AU$32/day
Thailand: Animal Care Project
Duration
1 week AU$777 Equivalent to AU$111/day
2 weeks AU$982 Equivalent to AU$70/day
3 weeks AU$1217 Equivalent to AU$58/day
4 weeks AU$1500 Equivalent to AU$54/day
5 weeks AU$1767 Equivalent to AU$51/day
6 weeks AU$2019 Equivalent to AU$48/day
8 weeks AU$2538 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$3103 Equivalent to AU$44/day
12 weeks AU$3669 Equivalent to AU$44/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Thailand generally find US$30-50 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Thailand - Hua Hin

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Duration
1 week AU$526 Equivalent to AU$75/day
2 weeks AU$809 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1092 Equivalent to AU$52/day
4 weeks AU$1375 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1657 Equivalent to AU$47/day
6 weeks AU$1940 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2349 Equivalent to AU$42/day
10 weeks AU$2758 Equivalent to AU$39/day
12 weeks AU$3166 Equivalent to AU$38/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project. Please note that if you choose the 1-week Introduction, the surcharge will only start from your second week. You can find the schedule outlined on the program page.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Thailand generally find US$50-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Trinidad and Tobago

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Volunteer projects available in Trinidad and Tobago

Animal Care Childcare Childcare Community Outreach Construction and Renovation Construction and Renovation Elderly Care Healthcare Holiday Experience Healthcare Medical Outreach Special Needs Care Sports Education Sports Teaching/Education Teaching/Education Marine Conservation School and Community Renovation Construction and Renovation Environmental Education Health Education Kindergarten Kindergarten Teaching Teaching Sea Turtle Conservation Marine Conservation Carnival Childcare Community Development Sports Teaching English Animal Care Childcare Medical Special Needs Care Teaching English Teaching English Working with NGOs Special Needs Care Summer Outreach Teaching Teaching English Childcare Childcare Community Construction and Renovation Elderly Care Feeding the Homeless Sports Development Teaching English Teaching Animal Care Animal Care Childcare Childcare Construction and Renovation Dentistry Eco-Agriculture Healthcare Healthcare Holiday Experience Medical Campaign Special Needs Care Teaching English Teaching English Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Turtle Conservation Animal Care Bear Conservation Creative Technologies Marine Conservation Special Needs Support Youth Support Animal Care Community Development Community Development Environmental Education Kindergarten Kindergarten Music NGO Support Physical Education School Break School Break School Support Shelter Support Sports Education Sports Healthcare Street Children Work Teaching English Teaching English Construction and Renovation Kindergarten Sports Education Teaching Conservation Marketing & Social Media Environmental Conservation Giant Tortoise Conservation Sea Turtle Nest Monitoring Sustainable Agriculture & Gardening Teaching English Agriculture Childcare Construction and Renovation Healthcare Outreach and Education Medical Sports Teaching Teaching English Animal Care Community Support Creative Technologies Homeless Support Special Needs Support Sports & Arts With Refugees Animal Care Childcare Construction and Renovation Dentistry Eco-Agriculture Holiday Experience Mayan Cultural Immersion Medical Campaign Medical Special Needs Care Teaching English Working with the Elderly Childcare Dentistry Medical Kindergarten Medical Campaign Medical Physical Therapy Slum Teaching Special Needs Care Teaching English Teaching Women's Empowerment Animal Care Climate Action Creative Technologies Sustainable Farming Teaching English Youth Support Animal Care Business and Community Development Child and Youth Development Feeding the Homeless at Christmas Kindergarten Marine Conservation Special Education Sports Development Sustainable Agriculture & Community Development Teaching English & School Support Veterinary Care Arts and Music Ramadan Special Needs Support Teaching Women's Education Youth Support Kindergarten Special Needs Care Sports Education Teaching Teaching Women's Education Childcare Construction and Renovation Teaching English Community Development Forest Conservation Island Outreach Marine Conservation Teaching Turtle Conservation Animal Care Childcare Special Needs Care Sustainable Agriculture Teaching English Childcare Ramadan Sports Development Teaching English Teaching French Women's Education Childcare Childcare Construction and Renovation Elephant Conservation Medical Campaign Medical Elective NGO Support Special Needs Care Sustainable Agriculture Teaching English Women's Education Coast and Waterway Conservation Environmental Education Andean Immersion Animal Care Animal Care Childcare Childcare Community Support Construction and Renovation Construction and Renovation Dentistry Eco-Agriculture Conservation Holiday Experience Jungle Conservation Medical Campaign Medical Medical Outreach Special Needs Care Teaching English Teaching English Construction and Renovation Environmental Conservation Kindergarten Teaching Animal Care Environmental Scuba Diving Food Rescue Forest Conservation Homeless Support Wildlife Conservation Wolf Conservation Youth Support Community Development Environmental Sustainability Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Youth Support After School Support Animal Care NGO Support Special Needs Support Summer Camp Community Gardening Teaching English Animal Care Childcare Holiday Club Kindergarten Sports Development Sports Development Surf Outreach Surf, Skate and Swim Teaching Wildlife Conservation Animal Care Creative Technologies Food Rescue Forest Conservation Marine Conservation Migrant and Refugee Support Special Needs Support Youth Support Childcare Cultural Immersion Medical Rural Community Development Special Needs Care Teaching Construction and Renovation Turtle Conservation Animal Welfare Childcare Construction and Renovation Maasai Immersion Medical Sustainable Agriculture Teaching Women's Education Animal Care Childcare Childcare Construction & Renovation Environmental Conservation Hill Tribe Support Outdoor Volunteer Work Teaching English Teaching English Community Development Community Development Construction and Renovation Environmental Sustainability Environmental Sustainability Youth Support Wildlife Conservation Food Outreach Kindergarten Medical Special Needs Care Teaching English Construction and Renovation Elderly Care Kindergarten Medical Rural Teaching Teaching Rainforest and Coastal Conservation Turtle and Coastal Conservation
Duration
1 week AU$974 Equivalent to AU$139/day
2 weeks AU$1602 Equivalent to AU$115/day
3 weeks AU$2176 Equivalent to AU$104/day
4 weeks AU$2717 Equivalent to AU$97/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has an extra cost of US$50 per week for supervision, materials and the logistics involved in this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, public transport to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Laos generally find US$75 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

USA - New Orleans

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Duration
1 week AU$997 Equivalent to AU$143/day
2 weeks AU$1563 Equivalent to AU$112/day
3 weeks AU$2137 Equivalent to AU$102/day
4 weeks AU$2703 Equivalent to AU$97/day
5 weeks AU$3276 Equivalent to AU$94/day
6 weeks AU$3842 Equivalent to AU$91/day
8 weeks AU$4903 Equivalent to AU$88/day
10 weeks AU$5885 Equivalent to AU$84/day
12 weeks AU$6946 Equivalent to AU$83/day
  • Accommodation
  • Daily Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has a surcharge of US$50 per week for additional supervision and materials.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check, most meals, public transportation to and from your placement each day and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in New Orleans generally find US$300 - US$400 per week to be sufficient for expenses, such as meals, and local tours and activities.
  • Any cancellations or changes within 14 days of a volunteers start date is subject to a minimum 25% late change/cancellation fee.

Victoria Falls

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Volunteer projects available in Victoria Falls

Duration
2 weeks AU$1642 Equivalent to AU$117/day
4 weeks AU$2805 Equivalent to AU$100/day
6 weeks AU$3968 Equivalent to AU$94/day
8 weeks AU$5131 Equivalent to AU$92/day
10 weeks AU$6294 Equivalent to AU$90/day
12 weeks AU$7236 Equivalent to AU$86/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Please note: Volunteers ​staying longer than 4 weeks ​will need to budget an extra US$500​ to ​obtain a temporal work permit​ ​from Zimbabwe Immigration in order to stay up to 90 days.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Victoria Falls generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh

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Volunteer projects available in Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh

Duration
1 week AU$471 Equivalent to AU$67/day
2 weeks AU$722 Equivalent to AU$52/day
3 weeks AU$974 Equivalent to AU$46/day
4 weeks AU$1225 Equivalent to AU$44/day
5 weeks AU$1477 Equivalent to AU$42/day
6 weeks AU$1728 Equivalent to AU$41/day
8 weeks AU$2074 Equivalent to AU$37/day
10 weeks AU$2420 Equivalent to AU$35/day
12 weeks AU$2750 Equivalent to AU$33/day
16 weeks AU$3410 Equivalent to AU$30/day
20 weeks AU$4070 Equivalent to AU$29/day
24 weeks AU$4730 Equivalent to AU$28/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Medical project has a surcharge of US$25 per week for training provided and resources used on this project.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh generally find US$50 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Zambia

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Duration
1 week AU$605 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$840 Equivalent to AU$60/day
3 weeks AU$1123 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1327 Equivalent to AU$47/day
5 weeks AU$1547 Equivalent to AU$44/day
6 weeks AU$1752 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2160 Equivalent to AU$39/day
10 weeks AU$2569 Equivalent to AU$37/day
12 weeks AU$2978 Equivalent to AU$35/day
16 weeks AU$3795 Equivalent to AU$34/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • The Construction and Renovation project has a surcharge of US$49 per week for additional supervision and materials. The Medical project has a one-off surcharge of US$100 which goes to the Zambian Ministry of Health for use in the public health sector. The Rural Teaching project has a one-off surcharge of US$200 for the additional transport, supervision and logistics involved in this project.
  • Volunteers ​staying for longer than 4 weeks ​will need to budget an extra US$400​ (approximately) to ​obtain a temporary work permit​ ​from Zambia Immigration in order to stay up to 90 days.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Please note: Volunteers ​staying for longer than 4 weeks ​will need to budget an extra US$400​ (subject to exchange rate) to ​obtain a temporary work permit​ ​from Zambian Immigration in order to stay up to 90 days.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Zambia generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Zanzibar

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Volunteer projects available in Zanzibar

Duration
1 week AU$887 Equivalent to AU$127/day
2 weeks AU$1178 Equivalent to AU$84/day
3 weeks AU$1469 Equivalent to AU$70/day
4 weeks AU$1760 Equivalent to AU$63/day
5 weeks AU$2050 Equivalent to AU$59/day
6 weeks AU$2341 Equivalent to AU$56/day
8 weeks AU$2923 Equivalent to AU$52/day
10 weeks AU$3449 Equivalent to AU$49/day
12 weeks AU$3921 Equivalent to AU$47/day
Zanzibar: Turtle and Coastal Conservation Project
Duration
1 week AU$997 Equivalent to AU$143/day
2 weeks AU$1398 Equivalent to AU$100/day
3 weeks AU$1799 Equivalent to AU$86/day
4 weeks AU$2200 Equivalent to AU$79/day
5 weeks AU$2600 Equivalent to AU$74/day
6 weeks AU$3001 Equivalent to AU$71/day
8 weeks AU$3803 Equivalent to AU$68/day
10 weeks AU$4549 Equivalent to AU$65/day
12 weeks AU$5241 Equivalent to AU$62/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalised preparation tools, guides and check lists
  • Access to IVHQ’s preferred insurance and flights partners
  • Discounts on travel and tour add-ons
  • Certificate of International Volunteer Service

Learn more about what's included in your IVHQ Registration Fee and Program Fee.

  • All programs attract a Registration Fee of US$329 (approximately AU$517) in addition to the Program Fee. This covers all pre-departure support services. IVHQ fees are priced in USD but you may elect to pay in AUD.
  • A 5% international banking fee is added at point of payment.
  • Additional things to budget for include: Visa, flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations and criminal background check.
  • Please note: Volunteers ​staying for 2 weeks or more ​will need to budget US$200​ to ​obtain a work permit.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Zanzibar generally find US$50-75 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

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