Description

Laos is one of the most traditional countries in Asia, and offers some of the richest culture and history of the region. Volunteering to work with local children in one of the country's more historic regions is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to connect with the real Laos and its people. The volunteer project is based in Luang Prabang, a Unesco Heritage Site, which is known for its beauty, architecture and colour. Volunteers will spend their days working with local children through assisting Lao English teachers at schools and language centres, helping with pre-school children and assisting with or teaching extracurricular English course or tutoring programs

Volunteers will have time off at weekends to explore the region and so can take a scenic boat trip up the Mekong to the Pak Ou Caves, watch the sunset from atop Mount Phu Si, swim in the Kuang Si Waterfalls, marvel at the many temples, trek, raft or take an elephant tour. This is the perfect way to explore one of the countries in Asia least tarnished by tourism.

Highlights

- Have the opportunity to work with the beautiful children of Laos providing them with fun educational opportunities
- Work alongside Lao teachers
- Live in Luang Prabang, a UNESCO heritage town
- Learn about Lao culture, history, food, religion and language
- Visit local sights
- Enjoy a weekend break on the banks of the Mekong River.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

From USD 1,790 for 2 weeks

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training

Program Fees Include:

- Orientation (teaching methods and techniques, language, culture, religion, etc)
- Private accommodation at a centrally located guest house with a private bathroom
- A basic daily food stipend
- Airport pick-up and transfer
- GVI pre-departure support and services
- 24 hour in-country support
- 24 hour emergency phone line

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Culture
• Education
• Popular Education
• Primary Education
• Secondary Education
• Volunteering

Age Range

over 18

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks

GVI's Mission Statement

Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded

1998