Description

This program combines 4 weeks travel and 8 weeks voluntary work. The journey to the mountains of India offers a bit of everything. From the hectic streets of Delhi, the beauty of Taj Mahal, the holy water of the Ganges River, a varied wildlife, Himalayan grandeur to the silence in a Tibetan monastery. Volunteering in a small mountain village in West Bengal brings you fully into the daily life of the spiritual, warm Indian population. Depending on travel time you will see either colour or light festival.

If you visited India once, you will return - again and again.

Highlight of the trip is the amazing trek in the Himalayas. Trekking tour starts in Darjeeling with stops in Pulbazaar. 5 days with amazing nature and plenty of fresh mountain air. During the trip we enjoy the sight of monks, rhododendron forests, tea flowers and above all the landscape and the breathtaking scenery with snow-clad Himalayan peaks in the background.

The voluntary work takes place in a small village near the old colonial city of Darjeeling in West Bengal. In 1835, Darjeeling was given to the East India Company by the King of Sikkim. It became a popular resort for the British who wanted to escape from the sweltering heat of the plains. Today the city has many beautiful colonial buildings, restaurants, internet cafes and shops. Moving up the hills towards the city you will see lush green tea gardens, trees, flowering plants and snow-capped mountains in the background. Here you will teach English in local schools and take of the many children who comes from a poor environment.

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Highlights

* Travelling by rickshaws in Old Delhi and touring in fascinating New Dehli
* Visiting Rishikesh, the Yoga capital of the world!
* Taking part in various local social activities as well as religious functions
* A weekend trip to the former kingdom of Sikkim with old monasteries and monks
* An amazing 5-day trek in the Himalayas with beautiful nature and plenty of fresh mountain air
* Experiencing monks, rhododendron forests, tea flowers and above all the landscape and the breathtaking scenery with snow-clad Himalayan peaks in the background
* Visiting the Pink City of Jaipur with colourful markets and the impressive Amber Fort where one can ride an elephant
* A trip to one of the Seven wonders of the world - the symbol of love - The Taj Mahal in Agra

Travel Types

• Climbing
• Eco Tours
• Language Immersion
• Mountaineering
• Nature Tours
• Overland Tours
• Safari
• Yoga

Qualifications

Should be responsible with the following:

* Teaching English and math skills
* Creating a fun and playful environment with games
* Working with teachers to create low cost materials
* Monitoring student health and hygiene

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please see "Prices and Travel Dates" on our website for more information.

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• Written materials pre-departure
• Travel while in host country

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18-30 years of age

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Other

Year Founded

1984