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Description

Experience an amazing month in Thailand. Two weeks of volunteer projects and two weeks of interpretive, educational adventure travel. Rewarding volunteer work with elephants at the Elephant Nature Foundation, and volunteering with disadvantaged Burmese migrants adds to this in-depth and adventurous one month summer program that will take you on a journey to the heart of Thailand.

This travel-study abroad summer or gap year program is suitable for students, graduates and non-students, ideally 18-25 years.

Highlights

Thailand Volunteer and Travel Summer Program Highlights

* Volunteering with elephants for a week at the award-winning Elephant Nature Foundation
* Volunteering with Burmese migrants and refugees for a week at a vocational training centre
* 2-day rock-climbing and caving adventure no experience needed
* Hiking and kayaking in the amazing jungle of Khao Sok National Park
* Snorkelling and exploring spectacular Kho Phra Ngan island
* Historical Sukhothai and its superb temples and monuments
* Thailand's kaleidoscopic markets and temples
* Thai cooking course and traditional Thai massage
* Informal lectures and discussions on history, culture, society and environment
* Very personalized small group experience (compare with other programs of up to 40 students)
* Fantastic program leader supported by great local English-speaking guides

Travel Types

• BackPacking Abroad
• Student Tours
• Volunteering

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications

No experience needed, just an interest in elephant conservation and humanitarian issues, and a passion for new experiences.

Languages

• English

Subject Areas

• Conservation And Preservation
• Environmental Studies
• Field-study
• Independent Study

Cost in US$:

3,250

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Language instruction
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Cost Include Description:

* All in-country transport including 2 flights within Thailand
* All accommodation
* Most meals
* 2 weeks of volunteer projects
* All excursions, activities and adventure travel as described in the itinerary
* Experienced Pacific Discovery program leader/s and local guides
* Online image library for your program.

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Animal Welfare
• Conservation
• Education

Typical Volunteer

Enthusiastic and open to new experiences and other cultures.

Age Range

18 - 25 yrs ideal

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel to Thailand

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 11

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-3 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Pacific Discovery's Mission Statement

Through meaningful and challenging experiential travel, we aim to provide and assist participants in gaining the skills, confidence and insight to realize their potential in an increasingly global society; develop empathy for other cultures; further understanding of international issues; and heighten appreciation for the earth's wilderness and diversity.

Year Founded

2001