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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 CA$627 Equivalent to CA$90/day
2 weeks CA$937 Equivalent to CA$67/day
3 weeks CA$1156 Equivalent to CA$55/day
4 weeks CA$1374 Equivalent to CA$49/day
5 weeks CA$1593 Equivalent to CA$46/day
6 weeks CA$1812 Equivalent to CA$43/day
8 weeks CA$2249 Equivalent to CA$40/day
10 weeks CA$2686 Equivalent to CA$38/day
12 weeks CA$3123 Equivalent to CA$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$493 Equivalent to CA$71/day
2 weeks CA$796 Equivalent to CA$57/day
3 weeks CA$1057 Equivalent to CA$50/day
4 weeks CA$1318 Equivalent to CA$47/day
5 weeks CA$1579 Equivalent to CA$45/day
6 weeks CA$1833 Equivalent to CA$44/day
8 weeks CA$2326 Equivalent to CA$42/day
10 weeks CA$2806 Equivalent to CA$40/day
12 weeks CA$3229 Equivalent to CA$38/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 CA$740 Equivalent to CA$106/day
2 weeks CA$1247 Equivalent to CA$89/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$1459 Equivalent to CA$209/day
2 weeks CA$2911 Equivalent to CA$208/day
3 weeks CA$4293 Equivalent to CA$204/day
4 weeks CA$5675 Equivalent to CA$203/day
  • Accommodation
  • Weekday lunches
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$599 Equivalent to CA$86/day
2 weeks CA$863 Equivalent to CA$62/day
3 weeks CA$1133 Equivalent to CA$54/day
4 weeks CA$1376 Equivalent to CA$49/day
5 weeks CA$1604 Equivalent to CA$46/day
6 weeks CA$1833 Equivalent to CA$44/day
8 weeks CA$2268 Equivalent to CA$41/day
10 weeks CA$2704 Equivalent to CA$39/day
12 weeks CA$3140 Equivalent to CA$37/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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

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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 CA$542 Equivalent to CA$78/day
2 weeks CA$799 Equivalent to CA$57/day
3 weeks CA$1056 Equivalent to CA$50/day
4 weeks CA$1319 Equivalent to CA$47/day
5 weeks CA$1569 Equivalent to CA$45/day
6 weeks CA$1790 Equivalent to CA$43/day
8 weeks CA$2226 Equivalent to CA$40/day
10 weeks CA$2662 Equivalent to CA$38/day
12 weeks CA$3098 Equivalent to CA$37/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 CA$1081 Equivalent to CA$77/day
3 weeks CA$1570 Equivalent to CA$75/day
4 weeks CA$2053 Equivalent to CA$73/day
5 weeks CA$2471 Equivalent to CA$71/day
6 weeks CA$2897 Equivalent to CA$69/day
8 weeks CA$3636 Equivalent to CA$65/day
10 weeks CA$4382 Equivalent to CA$63/day
12 weeks CA$5121 Equivalent to CA$61/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$1480 Equivalent to CA$296/day
2 weeks CA$2785 Equivalent to CA$279/day
3 weeks CA$4089 Equivalent to CA$273/day
4 weeks CA$5393 Equivalent to CA$270/day
5 weeks CA$6698 Equivalent to CA$268/day
6 weeks CA$8002 Equivalent to CA$267/day
8 weeks CA$10611 Equivalent to CA$265/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$803 Equivalent to CA$57/day
3 weeks CA$1015 Equivalent to CA$48/day
4 weeks CA$1226 Equivalent to CA$44/day
5 weeks CA$1438 Equivalent to CA$41/day
6 weeks CA$1649 Equivalent to CA$39/day
8 weeks CA$2072 Equivalent to CA$37/day
10 weeks CA$2495 Equivalent to CA$36/day
12 weeks CA$2919 Equivalent to CA$35/day
16 weeks CA$3765 Equivalent to CA$34/day
20 weeks CA$4611 Equivalent to CA$33/day
24 weeks CA$5457 Equivalent to CA$32/day
  • Accommodation
  • Daily breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$606 Equivalent to CA$43/day
3 weeks CA$796 Equivalent to CA$38/day
4 weeks CA$958 Equivalent to CA$34/day
5 weeks CA$1121 Equivalent to CA$32/day
6 weeks CA$1283 Equivalent to CA$31/day
8 weeks CA$1607 Equivalent to CA$29/day
10 weeks CA$1931 Equivalent to CA$28/day
12 weeks CA$2249 Equivalent to CA$27/day
16 weeks CA$2869 Equivalent to CA$26/day
20 weeks CA$3490 Equivalent to CA$25/day
24 weeks CA$4110 Equivalent to CA$24/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 CA$1240 Equivalent to CA$44/day
5 weeks CA$1544 Equivalent to CA$44/day
6 weeks CA$1706 Equivalent to CA$41/day
8 weeks CA$2030 Equivalent to CA$36/day
10 weeks CA$2495 Equivalent to CA$36/day
12 weeks CA$2813 Equivalent to CA$33/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$472 Equivalent to CA$67/day
2 weeks CA$726 Equivalent to CA$52/day
3 weeks CA$980 Equivalent to CA$47/day
4 weeks CA$1233 Equivalent to CA$44/day
5 weeks CA$1487 Equivalent to CA$43/day
6 weeks CA$1741 Equivalent to CA$41/day
8 weeks CA$2249 Equivalent to CA$40/day
10 weeks CA$2756 Equivalent to CA$39/day
12 weeks CA$3264 Equivalent to CA$39/day
16 weeks CA$4279 Equivalent to CA$38/day
20 weeks CA$5295 Equivalent to CA$38/day
24 weeks CA$6310 Equivalent to CA$38/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$486 Equivalent to CA$81/day
2 weeks CA$826 Equivalent to CA$69/day
3 weeks CA$1145 Equivalent to CA$64/day
4 weeks CA$1455 Equivalent to CA$61/day
5 weeks CA$1765 Equivalent to CA$59/day
6 weeks CA$2075 Equivalent to CA$58/day
8 weeks CA$2639 Equivalent to CA$55/day
10 weeks CA$3203 Equivalent to CA$53/day
12 weeks CA$3767 Equivalent to CA$52/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$627 Equivalent to CA$90/day
2 weeks CA$1036 Equivalent to CA$74/day
3 weeks CA$1431 Equivalent to CA$68/day
4 weeks CA$1776 Equivalent to CA$63/day
5 weeks CA$2065 Equivalent to CA$59/day
6 weeks CA$2354 Equivalent to CA$56/day
8 weeks CA$2933 Equivalent to CA$52/day
10 weeks CA$3511 Equivalent to CA$50/day
12 weeks CA$4089 Equivalent to CA$49/day
16 weeks CA$5245 Equivalent to CA$47/day
20 weeks CA$6402 Equivalent to CA$46/day
24 weeks CA$7558 Equivalent to CA$45/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 CA$1642 Equivalent to CA$78/day
4 weeks CA$2009 Equivalent to CA$72/day
5 weeks CA$2298 Equivalent to CA$66/day
6 weeks CA$2587 Equivalent to CA$62/day
8 weeks CA$3165 Equivalent to CA$57/day
10 weeks CA$3736 Equivalent to CA$53/day
12 weeks CA$4315 Equivalent to CA$51/day
16 weeks CA$5471 Equivalent to CA$49/day
20 weeks CA$6627 Equivalent to CA$47/day
24 weeks CA$7784 Equivalent to CA$46/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 CA$2566 Equivalent to CA$367/day
2 weeks CA$4674 Equivalent to CA$334/day
3 weeks CA$7064 Equivalent to CA$336/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$853 Equivalent to CA$122/day
2 weeks CA$1374 Equivalent to CA$98/day
3 weeks CA$1896 Equivalent to CA$90/day
4 weeks CA$2418 Equivalent to CA$86/day
5 weeks CA$2940 Equivalent to CA$84/day
6 weeks CA$3461 Equivalent to CA$82/day
8 weeks CA$4505 Equivalent to CA$80/day
10 weeks CA$5548 Equivalent to CA$79/day
12 weeks CA$6592 Equivalent to CA$78/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 CA$1515 Equivalent to CA$217/day
2 weeks CA$2531 Equivalent to CA$181/day
3 weeks CA$3687 Equivalent to CA$176/day
4 weeks CA$4843 Equivalent to CA$173/day
5 weeks CA$5859 Equivalent to CA$167/day
6 weeks CA$6874 Equivalent to CA$164/day
8 weeks CA$8905 Equivalent to CA$159/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 CA$2756 Equivalent to CA$98/day
5 weeks CA$3306 Equivalent to CA$94/day
6 weeks CA$3856 Equivalent to CA$92/day
8 weeks CA$4956 Equivalent to CA$89/day
10 weeks CA$6056 Equivalent to CA$87/day
12 weeks CA$7156 Equivalent to CA$85/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$415 Equivalent to CA$59/day
2 weeks CA$599 Equivalent to CA$43/day
3 weeks CA$789 Equivalent to CA$38/day
4 weeks CA$987 Equivalent to CA$35/day
5 weeks CA$1205 Equivalent to CA$34/day
6 weeks CA$1396 Equivalent to CA$33/day
8 weeks CA$1762 Equivalent to CA$31/day
10 weeks CA$2213 Equivalent to CA$32/day
12 weeks CA$2538 Equivalent to CA$30/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$634 Equivalent to CA$91/day
2 weeks CA$905 Equivalent to CA$65/day
3 weeks CA$1183 Equivalent to CA$56/day
4 weeks CA$1453 Equivalent to CA$52/day
5 weeks CA$1696 Equivalent to CA$48/day
6 weeks CA$1946 Equivalent to CA$46/day
8 weeks CA$2445 Equivalent to CA$44/day
10 weeks CA$2944 Equivalent to CA$42/day
12 weeks CA$3443 Equivalent to CA$41/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$2002 Equivalent to CA$143/day
3 weeks CA$2735 Equivalent to CA$130/day
4 weeks CA$3468 Equivalent to CA$124/day
5 weeks CA$4202 Equivalent to CA$120/day
6 weeks CA$4935 Equivalent to CA$118/day
8 weeks CA$6402 Equivalent to CA$114/day
10 weeks CA$7868 Equivalent to CA$112/day
12 weeks CA$9335 Equivalent to CA$111/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$535 Equivalent to CA$77/day
2 weeks CA$795 Equivalent to CA$57/day
3 weeks CA$992 Equivalent to CA$47/day
4 weeks CA$1190 Equivalent to CA$43/day
5 weeks CA$1387 Equivalent to CA$40/day
6 weeks CA$1585 Equivalent to CA$38/day
8 weeks CA$2064 Equivalent to CA$37/day
10 weeks CA$2543 Equivalent to CA$36/day
12 weeks CA$3040 Equivalent to CA$36/day
16 weeks CA$4066 Equivalent to CA$36/day
20 weeks CA$5093 Equivalent to CA$36/day
24 weeks CA$6120 Equivalent to CA$36/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$853 Equivalent to CA$122/day
2 weeks CA$1374 Equivalent to CA$98/day
3 weeks CA$1896 Equivalent to CA$90/day
4 weeks CA$2418 Equivalent to CA$86/day
5 weeks CA$2940 Equivalent to CA$84/day
6 weeks CA$3461 Equivalent to CA$82/day
8 weeks CA$4505 Equivalent to CA$80/day
10 weeks CA$5548 Equivalent to CA$79/day
12 weeks CA$6592 Equivalent to CA$78/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$542 Equivalent to CA$78/day
2 weeks CA$895 Equivalent to CA$64/day
3 weeks CA$1163 Equivalent to CA$55/day
4 weeks CA$1424 Equivalent to CA$51/day
5 weeks CA$1685 Equivalent to CA$48/day
6 weeks CA$1946 Equivalent to CA$46/day
8 weeks CA$2467 Equivalent to CA$44/day
10 weeks CA$2989 Equivalent to CA$43/day
12 weeks CA$3511 Equivalent to CA$42/day
16 weeks CA$4554 Equivalent to CA$41/day
20 weeks CA$5598 Equivalent to CA$40/day
24 weeks CA$6641 Equivalent to CA$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
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$387 Equivalent to CA$55/day
2 weeks CA$486 Equivalent to CA$35/day
3 weeks CA$655 Equivalent to CA$31/day
4 weeks CA$824 Equivalent to CA$29/day
5 weeks CA$994 Equivalent to CA$28/day
6 weeks CA$1163 Equivalent to CA$28/day
8 weeks CA$1501 Equivalent to CA$27/day
10 weeks CA$1840 Equivalent to CA$26/day
12 weeks CA$2178 Equivalent to CA$26/day
16 weeks CA$2855 Equivalent to CA$26/day
20 weeks CA$3532 Equivalent to CA$25/day
24 weeks CA$4209 Equivalent to CA$25/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$627 Equivalent to CA$90/day
2 weeks CA$831 Equivalent to CA$59/day
3 weeks CA$1036 Equivalent to CA$49/day
4 weeks CA$1240 Equivalent to CA$44/day
5 weeks CA$1445 Equivalent to CA$41/day
6 weeks CA$1649 Equivalent to CA$39/day
8 weeks CA$2058 Equivalent to CA$37/day
10 weeks CA$2467 Equivalent to CA$35/day
12 weeks CA$2876 Equivalent to CA$34/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$1783 Equivalent to CA$127/day
3 weeks CA$2503 Equivalent to CA$119/day
4 weeks CA$3222 Equivalent to CA$115/day
5 weeks CA$3941 Equivalent to CA$113/day
6 weeks CA$4660 Equivalent to CA$111/day
8 weeks CA$6098 Equivalent to CA$109/day
10 weeks CA$7537 Equivalent to CA$108/day
12 weeks CA$8975 Equivalent to CA$107/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$740 Equivalent to CA$106/day
2 weeks CA$1302 Equivalent to CA$93/day
3 weeks CA$1819 Equivalent to CA$87/day
4 weeks CA$2304 Equivalent to CA$82/day
  • Accommodation
  • Daily Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$1204 Equivalent to CA$172/day
2 weeks CA$1754 Equivalent to CA$125/day
3 weeks CA$2304 Equivalent to CA$110/day
4 weeks CA$2854 Equivalent to CA$102/day
5 weeks CA$3404 Equivalent to CA$97/day
6 weeks CA$3954 Equivalent to CA$94/day
8 weeks CA$5053 Equivalent to CA$90/day
10 weeks CA$6153 Equivalent to CA$88/day
12 weeks CA$7253 Equivalent to CA$86/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$528 Equivalent to CA$76/day
2 weeks CA$726 Equivalent to CA$52/day
3 weeks CA$923 Equivalent to CA$44/day
4 weeks CA$1121 Equivalent to CA$40/day
5 weeks CA$1318 Equivalent to CA$38/day
6 weeks CA$1515 Equivalent to CA$36/day
8 weeks CA$1910 Equivalent to CA$34/day
10 weeks CA$2305 Equivalent to CA$33/day
12 weeks CA$2700 Equivalent to CA$32/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$401 Equivalent to CA$57/day
2 weeks CA$634 Equivalent to CA$45/day
3 weeks CA$867 Equivalent to CA$41/day
4 weeks CA$1092 Equivalent to CA$39/day
5 weeks CA$1318 Equivalent to CA$38/day
6 weeks CA$1544 Equivalent to CA$37/day
8 weeks CA$1854 Equivalent to CA$33/day
10 weeks CA$2164 Equivalent to CA$31/day
12 weeks CA$2474 Equivalent to CA$29/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$705 Equivalent to CA$101/day
2 weeks CA$1071 Equivalent to CA$77/day
3 weeks CA$1452 Equivalent to CA$69/day
4 weeks CA$1833 Equivalent to CA$65/day
5 weeks CA$2213 Equivalent to CA$63/day
6 weeks CA$2594 Equivalent to CA$62/day
8 weeks CA$3356 Equivalent to CA$60/day
10 weeks CA$4117 Equivalent to CA$59/day
12 weeks CA$4879 Equivalent to CA$58/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 CA$2961 Equivalent to CA$106/day
5 weeks CA$3518 Equivalent to CA$101/day
6 weeks CA$4075 Equivalent to CA$97/day
8 weeks CA$5161 Equivalent to CA$92/day
10 weeks CA$6275 Equivalent to CA$90/day
12 weeks CA$7389 Equivalent to CA$88/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$486 Equivalent to CA$70/day
2 weeks CA$768 Equivalent to CA$55/day
3 weeks CA$1036 Equivalent to CA$49/day
4 weeks CA$1276 Equivalent to CA$46/day
5 weeks CA$1473 Equivalent to CA$42/day
6 weeks CA$1713 Equivalent to CA$41/day
8 weeks CA$2192 Equivalent to CA$39/day
10 weeks CA$2672 Equivalent to CA$38/day
12 weeks CA$3151 Equivalent to CA$38/day
16 weeks CA$4110 Equivalent to CA$37/day
20 weeks CA$5069 Equivalent to CA$36/day
24 weeks CA$6028 Equivalent to CA$36/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$472 Equivalent to CA$67/day
2 weeks CA$853 Equivalent to CA$61/day
3 weeks CA$1121 Equivalent to CA$53/day
4 weeks CA$1388 Equivalent to CA$50/day
5 weeks CA$1656 Equivalent to CA$47/day
6 weeks CA$1924 Equivalent to CA$46/day
8 weeks CA$2460 Equivalent to CA$44/day
10 weeks CA$2855 Equivalent to CA$41/day
12 weeks CA$3250 Equivalent to CA$39/day
16 weeks CA$4040 Equivalent to CA$36/day
20 weeks CA$4829 Equivalent to CA$34/day
24 weeks CA$5619 Equivalent to CA$33/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$1686 Equivalent to CA$120/day
3 weeks CA$2487 Equivalent to CA$118/day
4 weeks CA$3288 Equivalent to CA$117/day
5 weeks CA$4089 Equivalent to CA$117/day
6 weeks CA$4890 Equivalent to CA$116/day
8 weeks CA$6045 Equivalent to CA$108/day
10 weeks CA$7085 Equivalent to CA$101/day
12 weeks CA$8219 Equivalent to CA$98/day
16 weeks CA$10931 Equivalent to CA$98/day
20 weeks CA$13418 Equivalent to CA$96/day
24 weeks CA$16085 Equivalent to CA$96/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$387 Equivalent to CA$55/day
2 weeks CA$571 Equivalent to CA$41/day
3 weeks CA$754 Equivalent to CA$36/day
4 weeks CA$937 Equivalent to CA$33/day
5 weeks CA$1121 Equivalent to CA$32/day
6 weeks CA$1304 Equivalent to CA$31/day
8 weeks CA$1642 Equivalent to CA$29/day
10 weeks CA$1981 Equivalent to CA$28/day
12 weeks CA$2319 Equivalent to CA$28/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 CA$669 Equivalent to CA$96/day
2 weeks CA$1339 Equivalent to CA$96/day
3 weeks CA$1931 Equivalent to CA$92/day
4 weeks CA$2524 Equivalent to CA$90/day
5 weeks CA$3116 Equivalent to CA$89/day
6 weeks CA$3708 Equivalent to CA$88/day
8 weeks CA$4893 Equivalent to CA$87/day
10 weeks CA$6077 Equivalent to CA$87/day
12 weeks CA$7262 Equivalent to CA$86/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$1508 Equivalent to CA$108/day
3 weeks CA$2199 Equivalent to CA$105/day
4 weeks CA$2890 Equivalent to CA$103/day
5 weeks CA$3567 Equivalent to CA$102/day
6 weeks CA$4244 Equivalent to CA$101/day
8 weeks CA$5570 Equivalent to CA$99/day
10 weeks CA$6888 Equivalent to CA$98/day
12 weeks CA$8200 Equivalent to CA$98/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
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$542 Equivalent to CA$78/day
2 weeks CA$895 Equivalent to CA$64/day
3 weeks CA$1163 Equivalent to CA$55/day
4 weeks CA$1424 Equivalent to CA$51/day
5 weeks CA$1685 Equivalent to CA$48/day
6 weeks CA$1946 Equivalent to CA$46/day
8 weeks CA$2467 Equivalent to CA$44/day
10 weeks CA$2989 Equivalent to CA$43/day
12 weeks CA$3511 Equivalent to CA$42/day
16 weeks CA$4554 Equivalent to CA$41/day
20 weeks CA$5598 Equivalent to CA$40/day
24 weeks CA$6641 Equivalent to CA$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
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$387 Equivalent to CA$55/day
2 weeks CA$688 Equivalent to CA$49/day
3 weeks CA$987 Equivalent to CA$47/day
4 weeks CA$1177 Equivalent to CA$42/day
5 weeks CA$1373 Equivalent to CA$39/day
6 weeks CA$1570 Equivalent to CA$37/day
8 weeks CA$1979 Equivalent to CA$35/day
10 weeks CA$2374 Equivalent to CA$34/day
12 weeks CA$2769 Equivalent to CA$33/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$535 Equivalent to CA$77/day
2 weeks CA$750 Equivalent to CA$54/day
3 weeks CA$1020 Equivalent to CA$49/day
4 weeks CA$1263 Equivalent to CA$45/day
5 weeks CA$1506 Equivalent to CA$43/day
6 weeks CA$1748 Equivalent to CA$42/day
8 weeks CA$2233 Equivalent to CA$40/day
10 weeks CA$2718 Equivalent to CA$39/day
12 weeks CA$3203 Equivalent to CA$38/day
16 weeks CA$4174 Equivalent to CA$37/day
20 weeks CA$5144 Equivalent to CA$37/day
24 weeks CA$6114 Equivalent to CA$36/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$867 Equivalent to CA$124/day
2 weeks CA$1321 Equivalent to CA$94/day
3 weeks CA$1775 Equivalent to CA$85/day
4 weeks CA$2229 Equivalent to CA$80/day
5 weeks CA$2683 Equivalent to CA$77/day
6 weeks CA$3137 Equivalent to CA$75/day
8 weeks CA$4045 Equivalent to CA$72/day
10 weeks CA$5031 Equivalent to CA$72/day
12 weeks CA$5939 Equivalent to CA$71/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 CA$1431 Equivalent to CA$204/day
2 weeks CA$2449 Equivalent to CA$175/day
3 weeks CA$3467 Equivalent to CA$165/day
4 weeks CA$4485 Equivalent to CA$160/day
5 weeks CA$5503 Equivalent to CA$157/day
6 weeks CA$6521 Equivalent to CA$155/day
8 weeks CA$8558 Equivalent to CA$153/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 CA$1391 Equivalent to CA$99/day
4 weeks CA$2299 Equivalent to CA$82/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 CA$1603 Equivalent to CA$115/day
3 weeks CA$2268 Equivalent to CA$108/day
4 weeks CA$2934 Equivalent to CA$105/day
5 weeks CA$3600 Equivalent to CA$103/day
6 weeks CA$4265 Equivalent to CA$102/day
8 weeks CA$5596 Equivalent to CA$100/day
10 weeks CA$7005 Equivalent to CA$100/day
12 weeks CA$8336 Equivalent to CA$99/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$881 Equivalent to CA$126/day
2 weeks CA$1339 Equivalent to CA$96/day
3 weeks CA$1755 Equivalent to CA$84/day
4 weeks CA$2213 Equivalent to CA$79/day
5 weeks CA$2669 Equivalent to CA$76/day
6 weeks CA$3123 Equivalent to CA$74/day
8 weeks CA$3966 Equivalent to CA$71/day
10 weeks CA$4738 Equivalent to CA$68/day
12 weeks CA$5577 Equivalent to CA$66/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 CA$2890 Equivalent to CA$413/day
  • Accommodation
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$710 Equivalent to CA$102/day
2 weeks CA$1222 Equivalent to CA$87/day
3 weeks CA$1599 Equivalent to CA$76/day
4 weeks CA$1975 Equivalent to CA$71/day
5 weeks CA$2346 Equivalent to CA$67/day
6 weeks CA$2717 Equivalent to CA$65/day
8 weeks CA$3459 Equivalent to CA$62/day
10 weeks CA$4200 Equivalent to CA$60/day
12 weeks CA$4922 Equivalent to CA$59/day
16 weeks CA$6366 Equivalent to CA$57/day
20 weeks CA$7785 Equivalent to CA$56/day
24 weeks CA$9195 Equivalent to CA$55/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$387 Equivalent to CA$55/day
2 weeks CA$627 Equivalent to CA$45/day
3 weeks CA$867 Equivalent to CA$41/day
4 weeks CA$1106 Equivalent to CA$40/day
5 weeks CA$1346 Equivalent to CA$38/day
6 weeks CA$1586 Equivalent to CA$38/day
8 weeks CA$2065 Equivalent to CA$37/day
10 weeks CA$2545 Equivalent to CA$36/day
12 weeks CA$3024 Equivalent to CA$36/day
16 weeks CA$3983 Equivalent to CA$36/day
20 weeks CA$4942 Equivalent to CA$35/day
24 weeks CA$5901 Equivalent to CA$35/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 CA$486 Equivalent to CA$70/day
2 weeks CA$824 Equivalent to CA$59/day
3 weeks CA$1163 Equivalent to CA$55/day
4 weeks CA$1501 Equivalent to CA$54/day
5 weeks CA$1840 Equivalent to CA$53/day
6 weeks CA$2178 Equivalent to CA$52/day
8 weeks CA$2855 Equivalent to CA$51/day
10 weeks CA$3532 Equivalent to CA$50/day
12 weeks CA$4209 Equivalent to CA$50/day
16 weeks CA$5563 Equivalent to CA$50/day
20 weeks CA$6916 Equivalent to CA$49/day
24 weeks CA$8270 Equivalent to CA$49/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$1374 Equivalent to CA$98/day
4 weeks CA$2277 Equivalent to CA$81/day
6 weeks CA$3179 Equivalent to CA$76/day
8 weeks CA$4082 Equivalent to CA$73/day
10 weeks CA$4984 Equivalent to CA$71/day
12 weeks CA$5887 Equivalent to CA$70/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$493 Equivalent to CA$71/day
2 weeks CA$803 Equivalent to CA$57/day
3 weeks CA$1212 Equivalent to CA$58/day
4 weeks CA$1649 Equivalent to CA$59/day
5 weeks CA$2072 Equivalent to CA$59/day
6 weeks CA$2481 Equivalent to CA$59/day
8 weeks CA$3299 Equivalent to CA$59/day
10 weeks CA$4117 Equivalent to CA$59/day
12 weeks CA$4935 Equivalent to CA$59/day
16 weeks CA$6571 Equivalent to CA$59/day
20 weeks CA$8207 Equivalent to CA$59/day
24 weeks CA$9842 Equivalent to CA$59/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 CA$557 Equivalent to CA$80/day
2 weeks CA$958 Equivalent to CA$68/day
3 weeks CA$1283 Equivalent to CA$61/day
4 weeks CA$1699 Equivalent to CA$61/day
5 weeks CA$2143 Equivalent to CA$61/day
6 weeks CA$2552 Equivalent to CA$61/day
8 weeks CA$3370 Equivalent to CA$60/day
10 weeks CA$4174 Equivalent to CA$60/day
12 weeks CA$4991 Equivalent to CA$59/day
16 weeks CA$6613 Equivalent to CA$59/day
20 weeks CA$8249 Equivalent to CA$59/day
24 weeks CA$9885 Equivalent to CA$59/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$916 Equivalent to CA$131/day
2 weeks CA$1487 Equivalent to CA$106/day
3 weeks CA$2058 Equivalent to CA$98/day
4 weeks CA$2629 Equivalent to CA$94/day
5 weeks CA$3201 Equivalent to CA$91/day
6 weeks CA$3772 Equivalent to CA$90/day
8 weeks CA$4914 Equivalent to CA$88/day
10 weeks CA$6056 Equivalent to CA$87/day
12 weeks CA$7198 Equivalent to CA$86/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 CA$1374 Equivalent to CA$196/day
2 weeks CA$2249 Equivalent to CA$161/day
3 weeks CA$3123 Equivalent to CA$149/day
4 weeks CA$3997 Equivalent to CA$143/day
5 weeks CA$4872 Equivalent to CA$139/day
6 weeks CA$5746 Equivalent to CA$137/day
8 weeks CA$7494 Equivalent to CA$134/day
10 weeks CA$9243 Equivalent to CA$132/day
12 weeks CA$10992 Equivalent to CA$131/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$535 Equivalent to CA$77/day
2 weeks CA$750 Equivalent to CA$54/day
3 weeks CA$1020 Equivalent to CA$49/day
4 weeks CA$1263 Equivalent to CA$45/day
5 weeks CA$1506 Equivalent to CA$43/day
6 weeks CA$1748 Equivalent to CA$42/day
8 weeks CA$2233 Equivalent to CA$40/day
10 weeks CA$2718 Equivalent to CA$39/day
12 weeks CA$3203 Equivalent to CA$38/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 CA$1025 Equivalent to CA$73/day
3 weeks CA$1486 Equivalent to CA$71/day
4 weeks CA$1940 Equivalent to CA$69/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$415 Equivalent to CA$59/day
2 weeks CA$585 Equivalent to CA$42/day
3 weeks CA$831 Equivalent to CA$40/day
4 weeks CA$1029 Equivalent to CA$37/day
5 weeks CA$1240 Equivalent to CA$35/day
6 weeks CA$1452 Equivalent to CA$35/day
8 weeks CA$1896 Equivalent to CA$34/day
10 weeks CA$2362 Equivalent to CA$34/day
12 weeks CA$2827 Equivalent to CA$34/day
16 weeks CA$3758 Equivalent to CA$34/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$627 Equivalent to CA$90/day
2 weeks CA$740 Equivalent to CA$53/day
3 weeks CA$881 Equivalent to CA$42/day
4 weeks CA$1064 Equivalent to CA$38/day
5 weeks CA$1233 Equivalent to CA$35/day
6 weeks CA$1388 Equivalent to CA$33/day
8 weeks CA$1713 Equivalent to CA$31/day
10 weeks CA$2079 Equivalent to CA$30/day
12 weeks CA$2446 Equivalent to CA$29/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 CA$698 Equivalent to CA$100/day
2 weeks CA$881 Equivalent to CA$63/day
3 weeks CA$1092 Equivalent to CA$52/day
4 weeks CA$1346 Equivalent to CA$48/day
5 weeks CA$1586 Equivalent to CA$45/day
6 weeks CA$1812 Equivalent to CA$43/day
8 weeks CA$2277 Equivalent to CA$41/day
10 weeks CA$2785 Equivalent to CA$40/day
12 weeks CA$3292 Equivalent to CA$39/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$472 Equivalent to CA$67/day
2 weeks CA$726 Equivalent to CA$52/day
3 weeks CA$980 Equivalent to CA$47/day
4 weeks CA$1233 Equivalent to CA$44/day
5 weeks CA$1487 Equivalent to CA$43/day
6 weeks CA$1741 Equivalent to CA$41/day
8 weeks CA$2108 Equivalent to CA$38/day
10 weeks CA$2474 Equivalent to CA$35/day
12 weeks CA$2841 Equivalent to CA$34/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$874 Equivalent to CA$125/day
2 weeks CA$1438 Equivalent to CA$103/day
3 weeks CA$1953 Equivalent to CA$93/day
4 weeks CA$2438 Equivalent to CA$87/day
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$1473 Equivalent to CA$105/day
4 weeks CA$2517 Equivalent to CA$90/day
6 weeks CA$3560 Equivalent to CA$85/day
8 weeks CA$4604 Equivalent to CA$82/day
10 weeks CA$5647 Equivalent to CA$81/day
12 weeks CA$6493 Equivalent to CA$77/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$423 Equivalent to CA$60/day
2 weeks CA$648 Equivalent to CA$46/day
3 weeks CA$874 Equivalent to CA$42/day
4 weeks CA$1099 Equivalent to CA$39/day
5 weeks CA$1325 Equivalent to CA$38/day
6 weeks CA$1551 Equivalent to CA$37/day
8 weeks CA$1861 Equivalent to CA$33/day
10 weeks CA$2171 Equivalent to CA$31/day
12 weeks CA$2467 Equivalent to CA$29/day
16 weeks CA$3060 Equivalent to CA$27/day
20 weeks CA$3652 Equivalent to CA$26/day
24 weeks CA$4244 Equivalent to CA$25/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$542 Equivalent to CA$78/day
2 weeks CA$754 Equivalent to CA$54/day
3 weeks CA$1008 Equivalent to CA$48/day
4 weeks CA$1191 Equivalent to CA$43/day
5 weeks CA$1388 Equivalent to CA$40/day
6 weeks CA$1572 Equivalent to CA$37/day
8 weeks CA$1938 Equivalent to CA$35/day
10 weeks CA$2305 Equivalent to CA$33/day
12 weeks CA$2672 Equivalent to CA$32/day
16 weeks CA$3405 Equivalent to CA$30/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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 CA$796 Equivalent to CA$114/day
2 weeks CA$1057 Equivalent to CA$76/day
3 weeks CA$1318 Equivalent to CA$63/day
4 weeks CA$1579 Equivalent to CA$56/day
5 weeks CA$1840 Equivalent to CA$53/day
6 weeks CA$2101 Equivalent to CA$50/day
8 weeks CA$2622 Equivalent to CA$47/day
10 weeks CA$3095 Equivalent to CA$44/day
12 weeks CA$3518 Equivalent to CA$42/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 CA$895 Equivalent to CA$128/day
2 weeks CA$1255 Equivalent to CA$90/day
3 weeks CA$1614 Equivalent to CA$77/day
4 weeks CA$1974 Equivalent to CA$71/day
5 weeks CA$2333 Equivalent to CA$67/day
6 weeks CA$2693 Equivalent to CA$64/day
8 weeks CA$3412 Equivalent to CA$61/day
10 weeks CA$4082 Equivalent to CA$58/day
12 weeks CA$4702 Equivalent to CA$56/day
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • In-country program orientation
  • Pre-departure support from your Program Manager
  • Airport pick-up
  • Personalized 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 CA$463) 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 CAD.
  • 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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