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Volunteer in Cambodia

Explore the heart of SouthEast Asia on International Volunteer HQ’s Cambodia volunteer abroad program. Choose from a wide range of trusted Cambodia volunteer projects, including Teaching English, Childcare, Medical, Special Needs Care and Working with NGOs. Volunteer work in Cambodia is based in the historical cities of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Battambang. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 133,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Cambodia.

Highlights:
  • 7 meaningful project options available year-round
  • Program Fees from $430 for 2 weeks
  • Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
  • Accommodation in volunteer houses and homestays

  • Projects based in the historical sites of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Battambang

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Key information

Fully hosted experience from $430
Volunteer from 2 - 24 weeks
Ages 18+ and families
Based in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap & Battambang
Projects align with UN Sustainable Development Goals
Impact driven projects run by locals
B Corporation certified organization
Discover spectacular temples & culture

Volunteer opportunities in Cambodia

Protects animals

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $450

  • Duration: 2 - 24 weeks
  • Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
  • Based in Siem Reap & Phnom Penh
  • Volunteers aged 18+ and families

Help rescue and care for abandoned cats and dogs in need at shelters in Siem Reap or Phnom Penh.

Increases access to education

4-8 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $430

  • Duration: 2 - 24 weeks
  • Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
  • Placements in Phnom Penh
  • Volunteers aged 18+ and families

Provide general assistance in childcare centers in Phnom Penh, helping local staff with a range of care and routine tasks.

Improves health & wellbeing

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $880

  • Duration: 4 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
  • Based in a hospital in Phnom Penh
  • Volunteers aged 18+

Volunteer in a pediatrics hospital in Phnom Penh assisting and observing local staff in their daily tasks.

Improves health & wellbeing

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $795

  • Duration: 5 - 24 weeks
  • Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
  • Based in Phnom Penh
  • Volunteers aged 18+ and families

Assist in special needs classes within primary schools in Phnom Penh, enabling teachers to provide more focused care and attention to those with a range of difficulties.

Increases access to education

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $430

  • Duration: 2 - 24 weeks
  • Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
  • Based in a school in Battambang
  • Volunteers aged 18+ and families

Volunteer in local schools in Battambang for students aged between 5-18 years old. Assist a local teacher in English lessons to help improve higher education and career prospects for local children.

Increases access to education

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $565

  • Duration: 3 - 24 weeks
  • Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
  • Based in a school in Siem Reap
  • Volunteers aged 18+ and families

Volunteer in elementary schools or at after school programs in Siem Reap, generally attended by lower-income students. Assist a local teacher or teach independently in English lessons, and occasionally other subjects, for students aged between 5-12 years old.

Supports community development

4-8 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from $795

  • Duration: 5 - 24 weeks
  • Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
  • Based in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap
  • Volunteers aged 19+

Assist NGOs that focus on important community initiatives in fields including community development, education, health, human rights and environmental issues.

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