Volunteer for Development

Volunteering for development is a great way to help less fortunate communities overseas while experiencing new cultures in fascinating places. Choose from volunteer programs with orphans in the Nepalese Himalayas to humanitarian development projects in rural Africa and seize the opportunity to better the lives of others. Based on years of practice and in-depth volunteer reports, GoEco presents you a wide selection of excellent yet affordable development projects in countries such as China, Thailand, Nepal, Israel, Uganda and Guatemala.

Volunteer in Israel - Ecotourism Development in Nazareth

Volunteer in Europe / 4 to 8 weeks / from $ 300

This is an exceptional opportunity to live and work with the local community in Nazareth. Volunteers stay at an historical inn, situated in close proximity to some of the most important historical sites. Experience life in a multi-ethnic environment that is home to Jews, Christians and Muslims.

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Volunteer in Israel - Desert Eco Lodge

Volunteer in Europe / 3 to 10 weeks / from $ 300

Volunteer for a unique eco lodge and environmental center, situated on the rim of the worlds largest natural crater. Practice ecological techniques and learn about sustainable living in the desert, together with local and international participants.

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Volunteer in Israel - Dead Sea Organic Farm

Volunteer in Europe / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 300

Volunteer on an organic farm situated in the lowest place on Earth, the Dead Sea. Experience rural life on an Israeli 'Moshav' and enjoy weekly tours around this stunning desert region.

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Volunteer in Nepal - Education in the Himalayan Mountains

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 560

Become a community volunteer in one of the mountain villages in Langtang - a remote area of Nepal on the Tibetan border.

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Volunteer in Guatemala - Education & Development

Volunteer in Latin America / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 540

Volunteers are welcome to join this exciting project to assist with the management of a beautiful nature reserve and education activities with the local Mayan people.

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Volunteer in Nepal - Orphanage and Teaching in Chitwan

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 560

Experience the magic and beauty of one of the most remote regions in the world. Volunteer your special skills and work with the local community. Your placement could be at an orphanage, rural village or cultural center-wherever you work it can prove to be a most rewarding and memorable experience.

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Volunteer in Nepal - Orphanage and Teaching in Katmandu

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 680

Volunteer your special talents for community service in the fascinating capital city of Kathmandu. Experience the magic of one of the most beautiful spots in the world while making a real difference to the lives of some of the most marginalized and needy Nepalese.

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Volunteer in Nepal - Orphanage and Teaching in Pokhara

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 4 weeks / from $ 660

Travel in the beautiful kingdom of Nepal and volunteer for education in local orphanages, schools and community centers. Stay with a local family and have a wonderful opportunity to experience the local lifestyle as well as to contribute something back to the local community.

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Volunteer in Israel - Summer Cultural Adventure

Volunteer in Europe / 2 weeks / from $ 500

Experience Israel's unique cultural diversity with this exciting volunteer adventure. Start of with a fun filled 2 day orientation in Tel Aviv and then volunteer in the historical city of Nazareth by assisting the local community with eco-development projects.

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Volunteer in Thailand - Learn, volunteer & travel

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 640

This is a great opportunity to experience Thai culture and volunteer in a meaningful teaching or orphanage placement. This is a unique program, which you can design in part by yourself and even join an exciting eco-trip after your placement.

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Volunteer in Cambodia - Teaching and Community Development

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 680

Volunteer for children in a local community and experience Cambodian culture firsthand. This is a unique volunteer program, which you can design in part by yourself and even join an exciting eco-trip after your placement.

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Volunteer in Cambodia - Medical Aid and Construction

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 680

This is a great opportunity to experience Cambodian culture and volunteer for medical aid in rural communities. This is a unique program, which you can design in part by yourself and even join an exciting eco-trip after your placement.

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Volunteer in China - Community and Environmental Development

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 680

Volunteer for local communities and environmental development and experience real China. This is a unique volunteer program, which you can design in part by yourself and even join an exciting eco-trip after your placement.

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Volunteer in Thailand - Akha Hilltribe Aid and Experience

Volunteer in Asia / 2 weeks / from $ 680

This project gives you the opportunity to volunteer for the indigenous AKHA tribes of Northern Thailand. As a volunteer you will be able to experience first hand and learn about their unique culture and traditions.

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Volunteer in Bolivia - Orphan Children Program

Volunteer in Latin America / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 600

Volunteer for orphan children in the vibrant city of Santa Cruz. Help secure the future of these children and experience Bolivian culture, together with volunteers from around the world.

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Volunteer in Israel - Peace & Environment Gap Year

Volunteer in Europe / 9 weeks / from $ 600

This gap year program allows you to experience Israel's unique cultural diversity. Volunteer for programs that promote peace and ecotourism initiatives from the stunning Negev desert to the historical city of Nazareth.

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Volunteer in South Africa - Cape Town Teaching and Community

Volunteer in Africa / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 1380

Experience the beauty of Cape Town and enrich the lives of local children. You will live in a seaside community, together with international volunteers, and enhance and support the teaching resources in underprivileged schools.

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Volunteer in South Africa - Cape Town Medical Aid

Volunteer in Africa / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 1380

Experience the beauty of Cape Town and assist medical clinics in underprivileged communities. You will live in a seaside town, together with international volunteers.The program is also open to non-professional participants.

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Volunteer in Israel - Jerusalem Special Needs Outreach

Volunteer in Europe / 16 to 32 weeks / from $ 300

Live in Jerusalem while helping community members with special needs integrate into society. Participants will help those in need with their daily activities and experience life in this historic city with other volunteers from around the world.

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Volunteer in Israel - Mountain Eco Lodge

Volunteer in Europe / 4 to 8 weeks / from $ 300

Volunteer at the breathtaking Nimrod Eco Lodge on the scenic slopes of Mt. Hermon. Help construct and maintain sustainable buildings, explore experimental bio-farming, take in the awe-inspiring scenery and visit the ancient ruins of Nimrod Fortress.

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Volunteer in Israel - Mountain Lodge Family Retreat

Volunteer in Europe / 1 week / from $ 1650

Volunteer as a family at the breathtaking Nimrod Eco Lodge on the scenic slopes of Mt. Hermon. Help construct and maintain sustainable buildings, explore experimental bio-farming and take in the awe-inspiring scenery.

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Volunteer in Israel - Kibbutz Lotan Eco Family Program

Volunteer in Europe / 1 week / from $ 1550

Live as a family on unique eco kibbutz in the beautiful Arava desert and volunteer for sustainable living and practical ecology, with experts in their field.

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Volunteer in Tanzania - Zanzibar Community Outreach

Volunteer in Africa / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 1250

Volunteer in beautiful Jambiani and help the local community. Teach English, participate in community and environmental initiatives, and enjoy the stunning locale in and around this relaxing town on Zanzibar's southern coast.

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Volunteer in Mozambique - Community Education and Work

Volunteer in Africa / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 1250

Volunteer to help the warm and friendly people of beach-side Vilanculos, Mozambique. Participate in a variety of initiatives including HIV/AIDS education, English education, building projects, and more.

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Volunteer for Development

Volunteer in Europe / 4 to 8 weeks / from $ 300

This is an exceptional opportunity to live and work with the local community in Nazareth. Volunteers stay at an historical inn, situated in close proximity to some of the most important historical sites. Experience life in a multi-ethnic environment that is home to Jews, Christians and Muslims.

Volunteer in Europe / 3 to 10 weeks / from $ 300

Volunteer for a unique eco lodge and environmental center, situated on the rim of the worlds largest natural crater. Practice ecological techniques and learn about sustainable living in the desert, together with local and international participants.

Volunteer in Europe / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 300

Volunteer on an organic farm situated in the lowest place on Earth, the Dead Sea. Experience rural life on an Israeli 'Moshav' and enjoy weekly tours around this stunning desert region.

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 560

Become a community volunteer in one of the mountain villages in Langtang - a remote area of Nepal on the Tibetan border.

Volunteer in Latin America / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 540

Volunteers are welcome to join this exciting project to assist with the management of a beautiful nature reserve and education activities with the local Mayan people.

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 560

Experience the magic and beauty of one of the most remote regions in the world. Volunteer your special skills and work with the local community. Your placement could be at an orphanage, rural village or cultural center-wherever you work it can prove to be a most rewarding and memorable experience.

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 680

Volunteer your special talents for community service in the fascinating capital city of Kathmandu. Experience the magic of one of the most beautiful spots in the world while making a real difference to the lives of some of the most marginalized and needy Nepalese.

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 4 weeks / from $ 660

Travel in the beautiful kingdom of Nepal and volunteer for education in local orphanages, schools and community centers. Stay with a local family and have a wonderful opportunity to experience the local lifestyle as well as to contribute something back to the local community.

Volunteer in Europe / 2 weeks / from $ 500

Experience Israel's unique cultural diversity with this exciting volunteer adventure. Start of with a fun filled 2 day orientation in Tel Aviv and then volunteer in the historical city of Nazareth by assisting the local community with eco-development projects.

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 640

This is a great opportunity to experience Thai culture and volunteer in a meaningful teaching or orphanage placement. This is a unique program, which you can design in part by yourself and even join an exciting eco-trip after your placement.

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 680

Volunteer for children in a local community and experience Cambodian culture firsthand. This is a unique volunteer program, which you can design in part by yourself and even join an exciting eco-trip after your placement.

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 680

This is a great opportunity to experience Cambodian culture and volunteer for medical aid in rural communities. This is a unique program, which you can design in part by yourself and even join an exciting eco-trip after your placement.

Volunteer in Asia / 2 to 8 weeks / from $ 680

Volunteer for local communities and environmental development and experience real China. This is a unique volunteer program, which you can design in part by yourself and even join an exciting eco-trip after your placement.

Volunteer in Asia / 2 weeks / from $ 680

This project gives you the opportunity to volunteer for the indigenous AKHA tribes of Northern Thailand. As a volunteer you will be able to experience first hand and learn about their unique culture and traditions.

Volunteer in Latin America / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 600

Volunteer for orphan children in the vibrant city of Santa Cruz. Help secure the future of these children and experience Bolivian culture, together with volunteers from around the world.

Volunteer in Europe / 9 weeks / from $ 600

This gap year program allows you to experience Israel's unique cultural diversity. Volunteer for programs that promote peace and ecotourism initiatives from the stunning Negev desert to the historical city of Nazareth.

Volunteer in Africa / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 1380

Experience the beauty of Cape Town and enrich the lives of local children. You will live in a seaside community, together with international volunteers, and enhance and support the teaching resources in underprivileged schools.

Volunteer in Africa / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 1380

Experience the beauty of Cape Town and assist medical clinics in underprivileged communities. You will live in a seaside town, together with international volunteers.The program is also open to non-professional participants.

Volunteer in Europe / 16 to 32 weeks / from $ 300

Live in Jerusalem while helping community members with special needs integrate into society. Participants will help those in need with their daily activities and experience life in this historic city with other volunteers from around the world.

Volunteer in Europe / 4 to 8 weeks / from $ 300

Volunteer at the breathtaking Nimrod Eco Lodge on the scenic slopes of Mt. Hermon. Help construct and maintain sustainable buildings, explore experimental bio-farming, take in the awe-inspiring scenery and visit the ancient ruins of Nimrod Fortress.

Volunteer in Europe / 1 week / from $ 1650

Volunteer as a family at the breathtaking Nimrod Eco Lodge on the scenic slopes of Mt. Hermon. Help construct and maintain sustainable buildings, explore experimental bio-farming and take in the awe-inspiring scenery.

Volunteer in Europe / 1 week / from $ 1550

Live as a family on unique eco kibbutz in the beautiful Arava desert and volunteer for sustainable living and practical ecology, with experts in their field.

Volunteer in Africa / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 1250

Volunteer in beautiful Jambiani and help the local community. Teach English, participate in community and environmental initiatives, and enjoy the stunning locale in and around this relaxing town on Zanzibar's southern coast.

Volunteer in Africa / 2 to 12 weeks / from $ 1250

Volunteer to help the warm and friendly people of beach-side Vilanculos, Mozambique. Participate in a variety of initiatives including HIV/AIDS education, English education, building projects, and more.

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