Volunteering & India Expedition Volunteer and Travel Program 2024

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Volunteer and India Expedition Program

Are you looking for a worthwhile volunteer and adventurous travel program in India? Then you've come to the right place.

Volunteer and India Expedition Program

We offer a six week Volunteering and India Expedition program that will give you an experience of a lifetime. This program combines travel, adventure and volunteer work in Jaipur with NGO. The program is mixture of rewarding experiences and action!

Do not just explore the beauty and culture of India; get introduced to what socio-economic challenges this developing country is still facing. Offer your services to the developing communities here by joining our volunteer abroad and travel program and make a difference!

Highlights

  • This is 4 week volunteer plus 2 weeks travel program
  • Volunteer with Street Children Project in Jaipur
  • Visit to Pushkar, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Taj Mahal, Golden Temple & Dharamshala
  • Adventure & Activities - Camel Safari, Tiger Safari & Himalayan Trekking
  • Airport transfers to Jaipur International Airport

Overview

Four weeks of this program will be filled with volunteer work in Jaipur location where participants can choose to work with Orphanage, Women Empowerment, Program for Street Children or Teaching English in primary schools. You will be working closely with our non-profit organization where you can help children and women by getting involve in their meaningful charitable programs.

You will go on organized weeklong excursion, visit the Taj Mahal, Ranthambhore (including Tiger Safari), Jodhpur, Jaisalmer (including a full night supported Camel Safari in Thar Desert). On the last week of your program will take you on another weeklong expedition to visit Golden Temple (Amritsar), 3 days Himalayan Trekking adventure and then visit to McLeodGanj (The home town to Dalai Lama).

Itinerary

FIRST WEEK

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi/Jaipur International airport, pickup and transfer to volunteer house, Jaipur.
Day 02: Orientation
Day 03 - 07: Volunteer work activity begins

SECOND WEEK

Day 08 - 09: Agra... City of Taj Mahal
Day 10 - 14: Volunteer Work Activity

THIRD WEEK

Day 15 - 16: Ranthambhore... On Tiger Trial
Day 17 - 21: Volunteer Work Activity

FOURTH WEEK

Day 22 - 23: To Jodhpur...Sun city of India
Day 23 - 24: To Jaisalmer... Golden City
Day 24 - 25: To Desert.... Camel Safari
Day 25 - 26: To Pushkar...Feast of colors
Day 27 - 28: Volunteer work activity

FIFTH WEEK

Day 29- 30: Free Weekend
Day 35: Volunteer Work Activity

SIXTH WEEK

Day 36: Free
Day 37: To Dharamshala... Dalai Lama's Home Town
Day 38: Himalayan Trekking - Day 1
Day 39: Himalayan Trekking - Day 2
Day 40: Himalayan Trekking - Day 3
Day 41: To Amritsar... City of Golden Temple
Day 42: Travel back to Delhi

Requirements

Age Limit - 17 Years +

You must participate in volunteer for street children program with an open mind, giving heart, and flexibility to work with different age ranges of children.

To ensure the well-being of participants, it's important that they are in good physical health when joining the program. Further to this, individuals must have a clean criminal record and furnish a clear background check report. For applicants under 18, obtaining parent’s consent is mandatory to be volunteer with our organization.

Living

Arrival and airport transfer:

We are flexible, allowing you to arrive at any time of the day at Jaipur airport.

Our designated driver waits for you at arrival point of airport displaying your name. We also facilitate pickup for them who are already in the country or arriving early, from a certain location in Jaipur.

We provide pickup from Delhi airport or other location of Delhi on nominal cost of expenditure.

Accommodations:

All international volunteers are provided with comfortable housing at PG / Hotel / volunteer houses in Jaipur, subject to availability. These residences are maintained for hygiene and cleanliness, offering volunteers a cozy home away from home. Complete with amenities such as Wi-Fi - internet, air conditioning, television, western toilets, hot shower, and comfortable bedding, our volunteer houses ensure a pleasant stay.

Orientation:

A comprehensive orientation session, conducted by our team, awaits you on the day following your arrival. This orientation covers essential topics such as local culture, greetings, geographical landmarks, transportation, and other relevant details outlined in your volunteer program itinerary.

Meals:

Indian cuisine, celebrated worldwide for its diverse flavours, takes centre stage during your volunteering experience. Meals will be provided at the volunteer house as specified in the itinerary. Breakfast offerings include b, boiled egg, toast, tea, jam, butter, and porridge. For lunch, volunteers can indulge in a variety of dishes including dal (lentils), vegetables, roti (Indian bread), rice, yogurt, and paneer curry.

Free Time Activities:

During the free hours, volunteers can explore local markets, and dine at various restaurants in Jaipur for the rich variety of Indian cuisines. In Jaipur, volunteers could explore the Pink City and engage in additional activities such as yoga lessons, ayurvedic spa, cooking, and Bollywood dance classes etc.

Weekends:

During the weekends, you are granted free time, allowing volunteers and interns to explore other captivating destinations within the country. If you find yourself unsure about where to venture, we are always delighted to provide you with the finest travel recommendations.

Start Dates (2024)

Arrival Departure
Sat, 04 Mar Sat, 15 Apr
Sat, 11 Mar Sat, 22 Apr
Sat, 18 Mar Sat, 29 Apr
Sat, 30 Sep Sat, 11 Nov
Sat, 07 Oct Sat, 18 Nov
Sat, 14 Oct Sat, 25 Nov

Arrival: Pickup will be provided from Jaipur International airport, you can arrive anytime, our driver will be there to pick you up.

Departure: We drop you at Jaipur International airport at end of program date.

Program Fee

TOTAL PROGRAM COST – USD $2195.00
No Hidden Fees!!

HOW TO PAY?

Application Fee: USD $200.00

You need to pay booking amount $200 in advance to secure your spot and start your online preparation and this is non-refundable but valid for life time.

Remaining Program fee: USD $1995.00

The remaining fee must be settled at least two weeks prior to your arrival in India. This fee covers your lodging, transportation, tours within India, and additional amenities. Please refer to the list below titled "What's included?" for a detailed breakdown.

What's included?

  • Airport transfers (Jaipur)
  • Accommodation & Meals
  • Volunteering in Jaipur
  • Program orientation
  • Assistance in work area
  • Daily transport to the project
  • 24x7 In-house Wi-Fi Internet
  • 24x7 Team Support
  • A visit to Ranthambhore
  • Tiger Jeep Safari
  • A visit to Agra including Taj Mahal
  • Trekking adventure in the Himalayas
  • A visit to Golden Temple in Amritsar
  • A visit Dharamshala
  • A visit to Holi city Pushkar
  • A visit to Sun city Jodhpur
  • A visit to Golden city Jaisalmer
  • Overnight Camel Safari in desert
  • All Hotel stays during the tours
  • All intercity transfers by car
  • Monuments entry fees
  • Taxes and bank charges

    What's not included in Program Fee

  • International/Domestic Airfare and Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Entry fees at monuments
  • Departure transfer to airport (can be avail at nominal cost)
  • Any personal expenses

*Airprot transfers from Delhi International airport can also be arranged at a nominal cost.

I had a great time and am really sad to be leaving the kids! With the travel was as advertised with very nice accommodations and everything included in the itinerary was included. Overall I had a fantastic time and would recommend this expedition and volunteering program for people wanting to travel and make a difference with a very structured and safe organization.

- Patrick Laidlaw, USA

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Sankalp Volunteer India - 16, Sikar Rd, Vijay Bari, Dahar Ka Balaj, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302039
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