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Argentina - Buenos Aires

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Volunteer projects available in Argentina - Buenos Aires

Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$698 Equivalent to AU$100/day
2 weeks AU$1044 Equivalent to AU$75/day
3 weeks AU$1287 Equivalent to AU$61/day
4 weeks AU$1530 Equivalent to AU$55/day
5 weeks AU$1774 Equivalent to AU$51/day
6 weeks AU$2017 Equivalent to AU$48/day
8 weeks AU$2504 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$2991 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3478 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$549 Equivalent to AU$79/day
2 weeks AU$887 Equivalent to AU$63/day
3 weeks AU$1177 Equivalent to AU$56/day
4 weeks AU$1468 Equivalent to AU$52/day
5 weeks AU$1758 Equivalent to AU$50/day
6 weeks AU$2041 Equivalent to AU$49/day
8 weeks AU$2590 Equivalent to AU$46/day
10 weeks AU$3124 Equivalent to AU$45/day
12 weeks AU$3595 Equivalent to AU$43/day
Argentina - Cordoba: Holiday Experience Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$824 Equivalent to AU$118/day
2 weeks AU$1389 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$1625 Equivalent to AU$232/day
2 weeks AU$3242 Equivalent to AU$232/day
3 weeks AU$4781 Equivalent to AU$228/day
4 weeks AU$6320 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$667 Equivalent to AU$95/day
2 weeks AU$960 Equivalent to AU$69/day
3 weeks AU$1262 Equivalent to AU$60/day
4 weeks AU$1532 Equivalent to AU$55/day
5 weeks AU$1786 Equivalent to AU$51/day
6 weeks AU$2041 Equivalent to AU$49/day
8 weeks AU$2526 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$3011 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3496 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
  • 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$516) 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 Bali - Lovina generally find US$80-100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Bali - Ubud

Explore volunteering in Bali - Ubud
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$604 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$890 Equivalent to AU$64/day
3 weeks AU$1176 Equivalent to AU$56/day
4 weeks AU$1469 Equivalent to AU$52/day
5 weeks AU$1747 Equivalent to AU$50/day
6 weeks AU$1994 Equivalent to AU$47/day
8 weeks AU$2479 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$2964 Equivalent to AU$42/day
12 weeks AU$3449 Equivalent to AU$41/day
Bali - Ubud: Turtle Conservation Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$1204 Equivalent to AU$86/day
3 weeks AU$1749 Equivalent to AU$83/day
4 weeks AU$2286 Equivalent to AU$82/day
5 weeks AU$2752 Equivalent to AU$79/day
6 weeks AU$3226 Equivalent to AU$77/day
8 weeks AU$4049 Equivalent to AU$72/day
10 weeks AU$4880 Equivalent to AU$70/day
12 weeks AU$5703 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
  • 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$516) 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

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Volunteer projects available in Belize

Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$1648 Equivalent to AU$330/day
2 weeks AU$3101 Equivalent to AU$310/day
3 weeks AU$4553 Equivalent to AU$304/day
4 weeks AU$6006 Equivalent to AU$300/day
5 weeks AU$7458 Equivalent to AU$298/day
6 weeks AU$8911 Equivalent to AU$297/day
8 weeks AU$11816 Equivalent to AU$295/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$516) 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, US$30 per week for dive gear rental and a US$50 fuel surcharge.
  • 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$895 Equivalent to AU$64/day
3 weeks AU$1130 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1366 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1601 Equivalent to AU$46/day
6 weeks AU$1837 Equivalent to AU$44/day
8 weeks AU$2308 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2779 Equivalent to AU$40/day
12 weeks AU$3250 Equivalent to AU$39/day
16 weeks AU$4192 Equivalent to AU$37/day
20 weeks AU$5134 Equivalent to AU$37/day
24 weeks AU$6076 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$516) 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 Carnaval 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 Carnaval. 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.

Cambodia

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Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$675 Equivalent to AU$48/day
3 weeks AU$887 Equivalent to AU$42/day
4 weeks AU$1067 Equivalent to AU$38/day
5 weeks AU$1248 Equivalent to AU$36/day
6 weeks AU$1428 Equivalent to AU$34/day
8 weeks AU$1790 Equivalent to AU$32/day
10 weeks AU$2151 Equivalent to AU$31/day
12 weeks AU$2504 Equivalent to AU$30/day
16 weeks AU$3195 Equivalent to AU$29/day
20 weeks AU$3886 Equivalent to AU$28/day
24 weeks AU$4577 Equivalent to AU$27/day
Cambodia: Medical - Phnom Penh Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
4 weeks AU$1381 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1719 Equivalent to AU$49/day
6 weeks AU$1900 Equivalent to AU$45/day
8 weeks AU$2261 Equivalent to AU$40/day
10 weeks AU$2779 Equivalent to AU$40/day
12 weeks AU$3132 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$526 Equivalent to AU$75/day
2 weeks AU$808 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1091 Equivalent to AU$52/day
4 weeks AU$1373 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1656 Equivalent to AU$47/day
6 weeks AU$1939 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2504 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$3069 Equivalent to AU$44/day
12 weeks AU$3635 Equivalent to AU$43/day
16 weeks AU$4765 Equivalent to AU$43/day
20 weeks AU$5896 Equivalent to AU$42/day
24 weeks AU$7026 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$516) 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.

Colombia

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Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$541 Equivalent to AU$90/day
2 weeks AU$920 Equivalent to AU$77/day
3 weeks AU$1275 Equivalent to AU$71/day
4 weeks AU$1620 Equivalent to AU$68/day
5 weeks AU$1965 Equivalent to AU$66/day
6 weeks AU$2311 Equivalent to AU$64/day
8 weeks AU$2939 Equivalent to AU$61/day
10 weeks AU$3567 Equivalent to AU$59/day
12 weeks AU$4195 Equivalent to AU$58/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
  • 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$516) 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 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 Colombia generally find US$200 to be sufficient for weekly expenses, including lunches and dinners, transport and miscellaneous spending.

Costa Rica

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Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$698 Equivalent to AU$100/day
2 weeks AU$1154 Equivalent to AU$82/day
3 weeks AU$1593 Equivalent to AU$76/day
4 weeks AU$1978 Equivalent to AU$71/day
5 weeks AU$2300 Equivalent to AU$66/day
6 weeks AU$2622 Equivalent to AU$62/day
8 weeks AU$3266 Equivalent to AU$58/day
10 weeks AU$3909 Equivalent to AU$56/day
12 weeks AU$4553 Equivalent to AU$54/day
16 weeks AU$5841 Equivalent to AU$52/day
20 weeks AU$7128 Equivalent to AU$51/day
24 weeks AU$8416 Equivalent to AU$50/day
Costa Rica: Manuel Antonio Projects
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
3 weeks AU$1829 Equivalent to AU$87/day
4 weeks AU$2237 Equivalent to AU$80/day
5 weeks AU$2559 Equivalent to AU$73/day
6 weeks AU$2881 Equivalent to AU$69/day
8 weeks AU$3525 Equivalent to AU$63/day
10 weeks AU$4161 Equivalent to AU$59/day
12 weeks AU$4804 Equivalent to AU$57/day
16 weeks AU$6092 Equivalent to AU$54/day
20 weeks AU$7380 Equivalent to AU$53/day
24 weeks AU$8667 Equivalent to AU$52/day
Costa Rica: Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$2857 Equivalent to AU$408/day
2 weeks AU$5205 Equivalent to AU$372/day
3 weeks AU$7866 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$516) 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, Christmas 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$950 Equivalent to AU$136/day
2 weeks AU$1530 Equivalent to AU$109/day
3 weeks AU$2111 Equivalent to AU$101/day
4 weeks AU$2692 Equivalent to AU$96/day
5 weeks AU$3273 Equivalent to AU$94/day
6 weeks AU$3854 Equivalent to AU$92/day
8 weeks AU$5016 Equivalent to AU$90/day
10 weeks AU$6178 Equivalent to AU$88/day
12 weeks AU$7340 Equivalent to AU$87/day
Croatia: Marine Conservation Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$1688 Equivalent to AU$241/day
2 weeks AU$2818 Equivalent to AU$201/day
3 weeks AU$4106 Equivalent to AU$196/day
4 weeks AU$5393 Equivalent to AU$193/day
5 weeks AU$6524 Equivalent to AU$186/day
6 weeks AU$7654 Equivalent to AU$182/day
8 weeks AU$9916 Equivalent to AU$177/day
Croatia: Bear Conservation Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
4 weeks AU$3069 Equivalent to AU$110/day
5 weeks AU$3682 Equivalent to AU$105/day
6 weeks AU$4294 Equivalent to AU$102/day
8 weeks AU$5519 Equivalent to AU$99/day
10 weeks AU$6744 Equivalent to AU$96/day
12 weeks AU$7969 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$463 Equivalent to AU$66/day
2 weeks AU$667 Equivalent to AU$48/day
3 weeks AU$879 Equivalent to AU$42/day
4 weeks AU$1099 Equivalent to AU$39/day
5 weeks AU$1342 Equivalent to AU$38/day
6 weeks AU$1554 Equivalent to AU$37/day
8 weeks AU$1962 Equivalent to AU$35/day
10 weeks AU$2465 Equivalent to AU$35/day
12 weeks AU$2826 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$516) 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.

Fiji

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Volunteer projects available in Fiji

Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$706 Equivalent to AU$101/day
2 weeks AU$1008 Equivalent to AU$72/day
3 weeks AU$1317 Equivalent to AU$63/day
4 weeks AU$1618 Equivalent to AU$58/day
5 weeks AU$1889 Equivalent to AU$54/day
6 weeks AU$2166 Equivalent to AU$52/day
8 weeks AU$2722 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3278 Equivalent to AU$47/day
12 weeks AU$3834 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$2229 Equivalent to AU$159/day
3 weeks AU$3046 Equivalent to AU$145/day
4 weeks AU$3862 Equivalent to AU$138/day
5 weeks AU$4679 Equivalent to AU$134/day
6 weeks AU$5495 Equivalent to AU$131/day
8 weeks AU$7128 Equivalent to AU$127/day
10 weeks AU$8761 Equivalent to AU$125/day
12 weeks AU$10395 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$596 Equivalent to AU$85/day
2 weeks AU$885 Equivalent to AU$63/day
3 weeks AU$1105 Equivalent to AU$53/day
4 weeks AU$1325 Equivalent to AU$47/day
5 weeks AU$1545 Equivalent to AU$44/day
6 weeks AU$1764 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2298 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2832 Equivalent to AU$40/day
12 weeks AU$3385 Equivalent to AU$40/day
16 weeks AU$4528 Equivalent to AU$40/day
20 weeks AU$5671 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$516) 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$69 per week for additional supervision, materials and logistics involved. The Health Education and Outreach project has a one-off payment of US$715.
  • 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 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$950 Equivalent to AU$136/day
2 weeks AU$1530 Equivalent to AU$109/day
3 weeks AU$2111 Equivalent to AU$101/day
4 weeks AU$2692 Equivalent to AU$96/day
5 weeks AU$3273 Equivalent to AU$94/day
6 weeks AU$3854 Equivalent to AU$92/day
8 weeks AU$5016 Equivalent to AU$90/day
10 weeks AU$6178 Equivalent to AU$88/day
12 weeks AU$7340 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$604 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$997 Equivalent to AU$71/day
3 weeks AU$1295 Equivalent to AU$62/day
4 weeks AU$1585 Equivalent to AU$57/day
5 weeks AU$1876 Equivalent to AU$54/day
6 weeks AU$2166 Equivalent to AU$52/day
8 weeks AU$2747 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3328 Equivalent to AU$48/day
12 weeks AU$3909 Equivalent to AU$47/day
16 weeks AU$5071 Equivalent to AU$45/day
20 weeks AU$6233 Equivalent to AU$45/day
24 weeks AU$7395 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$431 Equivalent to AU$62/day
2 weeks AU$541 Equivalent to AU$39/day
3 weeks AU$730 Equivalent to AU$35/day
4 weeks AU$918 Equivalent to AU$33/day
5 weeks AU$1107 Equivalent to AU$32/day
6 weeks AU$1295 Equivalent to AU$31/day
8 weeks AU$1672 Equivalent to AU$30/day
10 weeks AU$2049 Equivalent to AU$29/day
12 weeks AU$2426 Equivalent to AU$29/day
16 weeks AU$3179 Equivalent to AU$28/day
20 weeks AU$3933 Equivalent to AU$28/day
24 weeks AU$4687 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$698 Equivalent to AU$100/day
2 weeks AU$926 Equivalent to AU$66/day
3 weeks AU$1154 Equivalent to AU$55/day
4 weeks AU$1381 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1609 Equivalent to AU$46/day
6 weeks AU$1837 Equivalent to AU$44/day
8 weeks AU$2292 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2747 Equivalent to AU$39/day
12 weeks AU$3203 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$1986 Equivalent to AU$142/day
3 weeks AU$2787 Equivalent to AU$133/day
4 weeks AU$3588 Equivalent to AU$128/day
5 weeks AU$4388 Equivalent to AU$125/day
6 weeks AU$5189 Equivalent to AU$124/day
8 weeks AU$6791 Equivalent to AU$121/day
10 weeks AU$8392 Equivalent to AU$120/day
12 weeks AU$9994 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$516) 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.

Jamaica

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Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$824 Equivalent to AU$118/day
2 weeks AU$1450 Equivalent to AU$104/day
3 weeks AU$2025 Equivalent to AU$96/day
4 weeks AU$2565 Equivalent to AU$92/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
  • 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$516) 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 Christmas Break project has a surchrage of US$95, which goes directly to the Christmas gifts and other items distributed
  • 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$1340 Equivalent to AU$192/day
2 weeks AU$1953 Equivalent to AU$140/day
3 weeks AU$2565 Equivalent to AU$122/day
4 weeks AU$3178 Equivalent to AU$114/day
5 weeks AU$3790 Equivalent to AU$108/day
6 weeks AU$4402 Equivalent to AU$105/day
8 weeks AU$5627 Equivalent to AU$101/day
10 weeks AU$6852 Equivalent to AU$98/day
12 weeks AU$8077 Equivalent to AU$96/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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$588 Equivalent to AU$84/day
2 weeks AU$808 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1028 Equivalent to AU$49/day
4 weeks AU$1248 Equivalent to AU$45/day
5 weeks AU$1468 Equivalent to AU$42/day
6 weeks AU$1688 Equivalent to AU$40/day
8 weeks AU$2127 Equivalent to AU$38/day
10 weeks AU$2567 Equivalent to AU$37/day
12 weeks AU$3007 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$447 Equivalent to AU$64/day
2 weeks AU$706 Equivalent to AU$50/day
3 weeks AU$965 Equivalent to AU$46/day
4 weeks AU$1216 Equivalent to AU$43/day
5 weeks AU$1468 Equivalent to AU$42/day
6 weeks AU$1719 Equivalent to AU$41/day
8 weeks AU$2064 Equivalent to AU$37/day
10 weeks AU$2410 Equivalent to AU$34/day
12 weeks AU$2755 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
  • 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$785 Equivalent to AU$112/day
2 weeks AU$1193 Equivalent to AU$85/day
3 weeks AU$1617 Equivalent to AU$77/day
4 weeks AU$2041 Equivalent to AU$73/day
5 weeks AU$2465 Equivalent to AU$70/day
6 weeks AU$2889 Equivalent to AU$69/day
8 weeks AU$3737 Equivalent to AU$67/day
10 weeks AU$4585 Equivalent to AU$66/day
12 weeks AU$5433 Equivalent to AU$65/day
Madagascar: Marine Conservation Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
4 weeks AU$3297 Equivalent to AU$118/day
5 weeks AU$3917 Equivalent to AU$112/day
6 weeks AU$4538 Equivalent to AU$108/day
8 weeks AU$5747 Equivalent to AU$103/day
10 weeks AU$6987 Equivalent to AU$100/day
12 weeks AU$8228 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$541 Equivalent to AU$77/day
2 weeks AU$855 Equivalent to AU$61/day
3 weeks AU$1154 Equivalent to AU$55/day
4 weeks AU$1421 Equivalent to AU$51/day
5 weeks AU$1640 Equivalent to AU$47/day
6 weeks AU$1907 Equivalent to AU$45/day
8 weeks AU$2441 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$2975 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3509 Equivalent to AU$42/day
16 weeks AU$4577 Equivalent to AU$41/day
20 weeks AU$5645 Equivalent to AU$40/day
24 weeks AU$6712 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$526 Equivalent to AU$75/day
2 weeks AU$950 Equivalent to AU$68/day
3 weeks AU$1248 Equivalent to AU$59/day
4 weeks AU$1546 Equivalent to AU$55/day
5 weeks AU$1845 Equivalent to AU$53/day
6 weeks AU$2143 Equivalent to AU$51/day
8 weeks AU$2740 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3179 Equivalent to AU$45/day
12 weeks AU$3619 Equivalent to AU$43/day
16 weeks AU$4498 Equivalent to AU$40/day
20 weeks AU$5378 Equivalent to AU$38/day
24 weeks AU$6257 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$516) 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.

Namibia

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Volunteer projects available in Namibia

Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$1878 Equivalent to AU$134/day
3 weeks AU$2769 Equivalent to AU$132/day
4 weeks AU$3661 Equivalent to AU$131/day
5 weeks AU$4553 Equivalent to AU$130/day
6 weeks AU$5445 Equivalent to AU$130/day
8 weeks AU$6731 Equivalent to AU$120/day
10 weeks AU$7890 Equivalent to AU$113/day
12 weeks AU$9152 Equivalent to AU$109/day
16 weeks AU$12172 Equivalent to AU$109/day
20 weeks AU$14942 Equivalent to AU$107/day
24 weeks AU$17911 Equivalent to AU$107/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$516) 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.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Namibia generally find US$100 per week to be sufficient for expenses.

Nepal

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Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$431 Equivalent to AU$62/day
2 weeks AU$635 Equivalent to AU$45/day
3 weeks AU$840 Equivalent to AU$40/day
4 weeks AU$1044 Equivalent to AU$37/day
5 weeks AU$1248 Equivalent to AU$36/day
6 weeks AU$1452 Equivalent to AU$35/day
8 weeks AU$1829 Equivalent to AU$33/day
10 weeks AU$2206 Equivalent to AU$32/day
12 weeks AU$2583 Equivalent to AU$31/day
Nepal: Elephant Conservation - Chitwan Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$745 Equivalent to AU$107/day
2 weeks AU$1491 Equivalent to AU$107/day
3 weeks AU$2151 Equivalent to AU$102/day
4 weeks AU$2810 Equivalent to AU$100/day
5 weeks AU$3470 Equivalent to AU$99/day
6 weeks AU$4129 Equivalent to AU$98/day
8 weeks AU$5448 Equivalent to AU$97/day
10 weeks AU$6767 Equivalent to AU$97/day
12 weeks AU$8086 Equivalent to AU$96/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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$1680 Equivalent to AU$120/day
3 weeks AU$2449 Equivalent to AU$117/day
4 weeks AU$3219 Equivalent to AU$115/day
5 weeks AU$3972 Equivalent to AU$114/day
6 weeks AU$4726 Equivalent to AU$113/day
8 weeks AU$6202 Equivalent to AU$111/day
10 weeks AU$7670 Equivalent to AU$110/day
12 weeks AU$9130 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$604 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$997 Equivalent to AU$71/day
3 weeks AU$1295 Equivalent to AU$62/day
4 weeks AU$1585 Equivalent to AU$57/day
5 weeks AU$1876 Equivalent to AU$54/day
6 weeks AU$2166 Equivalent to AU$52/day
8 weeks AU$2747 Equivalent to AU$49/day
10 weeks AU$3328 Equivalent to AU$48/day
12 weeks AU$3909 Equivalent to AU$47/day
16 weeks AU$5071 Equivalent to AU$45/day
20 weeks AU$6233 Equivalent to AU$45/day
24 weeks AU$7395 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$516) 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 Amazon Jungle Conservation, Eco-Agriculture Conservation, Construction and Renovation, Christmas 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 Amazon Jungle Conservation, Andean Immersion, and Eco-Agriculture Conservation volunteers), in-country tours, and Spanish language lessons.

Peru - Lima

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Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$431 Equivalent to AU$62/day
2 weeks AU$766 Equivalent to AU$55/day
3 weeks AU$1099 Equivalent to AU$52/day
4 weeks AU$1311 Equivalent to AU$47/day
5 weeks AU$1529 Equivalent to AU$44/day
6 weeks AU$1749 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2204 Equivalent to AU$39/day
10 weeks AU$2644 Equivalent to AU$38/day
12 weeks AU$3083 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$596 Equivalent to AU$85/day
2 weeks AU$835 Equivalent to AU$60/day
3 weeks AU$1136 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1406 Equivalent to AU$50/day
5 weeks AU$1677 Equivalent to AU$48/day
6 weeks AU$1947 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2487 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$3027 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3567 Equivalent to AU$42/day
16 weeks AU$4647 Equivalent to AU$42/day
20 weeks AU$5728 Equivalent to AU$41/day
24 weeks AU$6808 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$965 Equivalent to AU$138/day
2 weeks AU$1471 Equivalent to AU$105/day
3 weeks AU$1976 Equivalent to AU$94/day
4 weeks AU$2482 Equivalent to AU$89/day
5 weeks AU$2988 Equivalent to AU$85/day
6 weeks AU$3493 Equivalent to AU$83/day
8 weeks AU$4505 Equivalent to AU$80/day
10 weeks AU$5602 Equivalent to AU$80/day
12 weeks AU$6613 Equivalent to AU$79/day
Portugal: Environmental Scuba Diving Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$1593 Equivalent to AU$228/day
2 weeks AU$2727 Equivalent to AU$195/day
3 weeks AU$3861 Equivalent to AU$184/day
4 weeks AU$4994 Equivalent to AU$178/day
5 weeks AU$6128 Equivalent to AU$175/day
6 weeks AU$7262 Equivalent to AU$173/day
8 weeks AU$9529 Equivalent to AU$170/day
Portugal: Wolf Conservation Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$1549 Equivalent to AU$111/day
4 weeks AU$2561 Equivalent to AU$91/day
Portugal: Biological Park Conservation Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$1785 Equivalent to AU$128/day
3 weeks AU$2526 Equivalent to AU$120/day
4 weeks AU$3267 Equivalent to AU$117/day
5 weeks AU$4008 Equivalent to AU$115/day
6 weeks AU$4750 Equivalent to AU$113/day
8 weeks AU$6232 Equivalent to AU$111/day
10 weeks AU$7800 Equivalent to AU$111/day
12 weeks AU$9283 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$981 Equivalent to AU$140/day
2 weeks AU$1491 Equivalent to AU$107/day
3 weeks AU$1954 Equivalent to AU$93/day
4 weeks AU$2465 Equivalent to AU$88/day
5 weeks AU$2972 Equivalent to AU$85/day
6 weeks AU$3478 Equivalent to AU$83/day
8 weeks AU$4417 Equivalent to AU$79/day
10 weeks AU$5276 Equivalent to AU$75/day
12 weeks AU$6210 Equivalent to AU$74/day
Puerto Rico: Volunteer Summer Camp for Independent Teens Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$3219 Equivalent to AU$460/day
  • 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$791 Equivalent to AU$113/day
2 weeks AU$1361 Equivalent to AU$97/day
3 weeks AU$1780 Equivalent to AU$85/day
4 weeks AU$2199 Equivalent to AU$79/day
5 weeks AU$2612 Equivalent to AU$75/day
6 weeks AU$3025 Equivalent to AU$72/day
8 weeks AU$3851 Equivalent to AU$69/day
10 weeks AU$4677 Equivalent to AU$67/day
12 weeks AU$5481 Equivalent to AU$65/day
16 weeks AU$7089 Equivalent to AU$63/day
20 weeks AU$8669 Equivalent to AU$62/day
24 weeks AU$10239 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$431 Equivalent to AU$62/day
2 weeks AU$698 Equivalent to AU$50/day
3 weeks AU$965 Equivalent to AU$46/day
4 weeks AU$1232 Equivalent to AU$44/day
5 weeks AU$1499 Equivalent to AU$43/day
6 weeks AU$1766 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2300 Equivalent to AU$41/day
10 weeks AU$2834 Equivalent to AU$41/day
12 weeks AU$3368 Equivalent to AU$40/day
16 weeks AU$4435 Equivalent to AU$40/day
20 weeks AU$5503 Equivalent to AU$39/day
24 weeks AU$6571 Equivalent to AU$39/day
South Africa: Surf Outreach Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$541 Equivalent to AU$77/day
2 weeks AU$918 Equivalent to AU$66/day
3 weeks AU$1295 Equivalent to AU$62/day
4 weeks AU$1672 Equivalent to AU$60/day
5 weeks AU$2049 Equivalent to AU$59/day
6 weeks AU$2426 Equivalent to AU$58/day
8 weeks AU$3179 Equivalent to AU$57/day
10 weeks AU$3933 Equivalent to AU$56/day
12 weeks AU$4687 Equivalent to AU$56/day
16 weeks AU$6194 Equivalent to AU$55/day
20 weeks AU$7702 Equivalent to AU$55/day
24 weeks AU$9209 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$1530 Equivalent to AU$109/day
4 weeks AU$2535 Equivalent to AU$91/day
6 weeks AU$3540 Equivalent to AU$84/day
8 weeks AU$4545 Equivalent to AU$81/day
10 weeks AU$5550 Equivalent to AU$79/day
12 weeks AU$6555 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$549 Equivalent to AU$79/day
2 weeks AU$895 Equivalent to AU$64/day
3 weeks AU$1350 Equivalent to AU$64/day
4 weeks AU$1837 Equivalent to AU$66/day
5 weeks AU$2308 Equivalent to AU$66/day
6 weeks AU$2763 Equivalent to AU$66/day
8 weeks AU$3674 Equivalent to AU$66/day
10 weeks AU$4585 Equivalent to AU$66/day
12 weeks AU$5495 Equivalent to AU$65/day
16 weeks AU$7317 Equivalent to AU$65/day
20 weeks AU$9138 Equivalent to AU$65/day
24 weeks AU$10960 Equivalent to AU$65/day
South Africa - Table View: Surf, Skate & Swim Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$620 Equivalent to AU$89/day
2 weeks AU$1067 Equivalent to AU$76/day
3 weeks AU$1428 Equivalent to AU$68/day
4 weeks AU$1892 Equivalent to AU$68/day
5 weeks AU$2386 Equivalent to AU$68/day
6 weeks AU$2842 Equivalent to AU$68/day
8 weeks AU$3752 Equivalent to AU$67/day
10 weeks AU$4647 Equivalent to AU$66/day
12 weeks AU$5558 Equivalent to AU$66/day
16 weeks AU$7364 Equivalent to AU$66/day
20 weeks AU$9185 Equivalent to AU$66/day
24 weeks AU$11007 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$1020 Equivalent to AU$146/day
2 weeks AU$1656 Equivalent to AU$118/day
3 weeks AU$2292 Equivalent to AU$109/day
4 weeks AU$2928 Equivalent to AU$105/day
5 weeks AU$3564 Equivalent to AU$102/day
6 weeks AU$4200 Equivalent to AU$100/day
8 weeks AU$5472 Equivalent to AU$98/day
10 weeks AU$6744 Equivalent to AU$96/day
12 weeks AU$8016 Equivalent to AU$95/day
Spain - Barcelona: Marine Conservation Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$1530 Equivalent to AU$219/day
2 weeks AU$2504 Equivalent to AU$179/day
3 weeks AU$3478 Equivalent to AU$166/day
4 weeks AU$4451 Equivalent to AU$159/day
5 weeks AU$5425 Equivalent to AU$155/day
6 weeks AU$6398 Equivalent to AU$152/day
8 weeks AU$8345 Equivalent to AU$149/day
10 weeks AU$10292 Equivalent to AU$147/day
12 weeks AU$12240 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$596 Equivalent to AU$85/day
2 weeks AU$835 Equivalent to AU$60/day
3 weeks AU$1136 Equivalent to AU$54/day
4 weeks AU$1406 Equivalent to AU$50/day
5 weeks AU$1677 Equivalent to AU$48/day
6 weeks AU$1947 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2487 Equivalent to AU$44/day
10 weeks AU$3027 Equivalent to AU$43/day
12 weeks AU$3567 Equivalent to AU$42/day
Sri Lanka: Turtle Conservation Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$1141 Equivalent to AU$82/day
3 weeks AU$1655 Equivalent to AU$79/day
4 weeks AU$2160 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$463 Equivalent to AU$66/day
2 weeks AU$651 Equivalent to AU$47/day
3 weeks AU$926 Equivalent to AU$44/day
4 weeks AU$1146 Equivalent to AU$41/day
5 weeks AU$1381 Equivalent to AU$39/day
6 weeks AU$1617 Equivalent to AU$39/day
8 weeks AU$2111 Equivalent to AU$38/day
10 weeks AU$2630 Equivalent to AU$38/day
12 weeks AU$3148 Equivalent to AU$37/day
16 weeks AU$4184 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$698 Equivalent to AU$100/day
2 weeks AU$824 Equivalent to AU$59/day
3 weeks AU$981 Equivalent to AU$47/day
4 weeks AU$1185 Equivalent to AU$42/day
5 weeks AU$1373 Equivalent to AU$39/day
6 weeks AU$1546 Equivalent to AU$37/day
8 weeks AU$1907 Equivalent to AU$34/day
10 weeks AU$2316 Equivalent to AU$33/day
12 weeks AU$2724 Equivalent to AU$32/day
Thailand: Animal Care Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$777 Equivalent to AU$111/day
2 weeks AU$981 Equivalent to AU$70/day
3 weeks AU$1216 Equivalent to AU$58/day
4 weeks AU$1499 Equivalent to AU$54/day
5 weeks AU$1766 Equivalent to AU$50/day
6 weeks AU$2017 Equivalent to AU$48/day
8 weeks AU$2535 Equivalent to AU$45/day
10 weeks AU$3101 Equivalent to AU$44/day
12 weeks AU$3666 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$526 Equivalent to AU$75/day
2 weeks AU$808 Equivalent to AU$58/day
3 weeks AU$1091 Equivalent to AU$52/day
4 weeks AU$1373 Equivalent to AU$49/day
5 weeks AU$1656 Equivalent to AU$47/day
6 weeks AU$1939 Equivalent to AU$46/day
8 weeks AU$2347 Equivalent to AU$42/day
10 weeks AU$2755 Equivalent to AU$39/day
12 weeks AU$3164 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$516) 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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Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$973 Equivalent to AU$139/day
2 weeks AU$1601 Equivalent to AU$114/day
3 weeks AU$2174 Equivalent to AU$104/day
4 weeks AU$2714 Equivalent to AU$97/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
  • 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$516) 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 and dinner meals, public transportation to and from your placement each day (approx. US$10 per day) and return to the airport when your program finishes.
  • Recommended spending money: Volunteers in Trinidad and Tobago generally find US$200 - $300 per week to be sufficient for additional expenses.

Victoria Falls

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Volunteer projects available in Victoria Falls

Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
2 weeks AU$1640 Equivalent to AU$117/day
4 weeks AU$2802 Equivalent to AU$100/day
6 weeks AU$3964 Equivalent to AU$94/day
8 weeks AU$5126 Equivalent to AU$92/day
10 weeks AU$6288 Equivalent to AU$90/day
12 weeks AU$7230 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$516) 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$471 Equivalent to AU$67/day
2 weeks AU$722 Equivalent to AU$52/day
3 weeks AU$973 Equivalent to AU$46/day
4 weeks AU$1224 Equivalent to AU$44/day
5 weeks AU$1476 Equivalent to AU$42/day
6 weeks AU$1727 Equivalent to AU$41/day
8 weeks AU$2072 Equivalent to AU$37/day
10 weeks AU$2418 Equivalent to AU$35/day
12 weeks AU$2747 Equivalent to AU$33/day
16 weeks AU$3407 Equivalent to AU$30/day
20 weeks AU$4066 Equivalent to AU$29/day
24 weeks AU$4726 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$516) 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, transport to and from your volunteer placement. 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
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$604 Equivalent to AU$86/day
2 weeks AU$840 Equivalent to AU$60/day
3 weeks AU$1122 Equivalent to AU$53/day
4 weeks AU$1326 Equivalent to AU$47/day
5 weeks AU$1546 Equivalent to AU$44/day
6 weeks AU$1750 Equivalent to AU$42/day
8 weeks AU$2159 Equivalent to AU$39/day
10 weeks AU$2567 Equivalent to AU$37/day
12 weeks AU$2975 Equivalent to AU$35/day
16 weeks AU$3792 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$516) 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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Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$887 Equivalent to AU$127/day
2 weeks AU$1177 Equivalent to AU$84/day
3 weeks AU$1468 Equivalent to AU$70/day
4 weeks AU$1758 Equivalent to AU$63/day
5 weeks AU$2049 Equivalent to AU$59/day
6 weeks AU$2339 Equivalent to AU$56/day
8 weeks AU$2920 Equivalent to AU$52/day
10 weeks AU$3446 Equivalent to AU$49/day
12 weeks AU$3917 Equivalent to AU$47/day
Zanzibar: Coastal and Marine Conservation Project
Duration
Program Fee
Due 30 days before you start, or within 48 hours if you register inside of 30 days. Covers the cost of hosting you.
  • USD
1 week AU$997 Equivalent to AU$142/day
2 weeks AU$1397 Equivalent to AU$100/day
3 weeks AU$1797 Equivalent to AU$86/day
4 weeks AU$2198 Equivalent to AU$79/day
5 weeks AU$2598 Equivalent to AU$74/day
6 weeks AU$2999 Equivalent to AU$71/day
8 weeks AU$3800 Equivalent to AU$68/day
10 weeks AU$4545 Equivalent to AU$65/day
12 weeks AU$5236 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$516) 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 5 weeks or more ​will need to budget US$400​ 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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