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Gap Year Programs in Laos

Lao-trageous—aka the word that will describe your time in Southeast Asia’s best-kept secret. While many of its neighboring countries attract travelers from around the globe, the landlocked country of Laos is often overlooked on the typical backpackers’ route. The country possesses a unique charm, slow pace, strong traditions, and welcoming community that is paradise for those on a gap year. So if you’re planning to take a gap year in Southeast Asia, ditch your friends in Thailand, dare to be different, and explore the untouched land of Laos!
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13 Gap Year Programs in Laos

Laos
9.54763 reviews

International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...

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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad

GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with awa...

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Pacific Discovery
9.5531 reviews

Pacific Discovery

Thailand, Laos, Vietnam & Cambodia Gap Semester

Pacific Discovery's Gap Semester program in Southeast Asia is a t...

Volunteer World
8.7512 reviews

Volunteer World

Volunteer World: Best Volunteer Abroad Programs Worldwide

Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find ...

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Where There Be Dragons
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Where There Be Dragons

China & Southeast Asia: A Regional Travel Intensive (Gap)

Gain essential travel skills, cross-cultural competencies, and br...

Love Volunteers
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Love Volunteers

Gap Year Adventures with Love Volunteers

Whether you want to support vulnerable communities in developing ...

The Dragon Trip
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The Dragon Trip

31-Day Southeast Asia Adventure Tour

Embark on an unforgettable 31-day adventure through Southeast Asi...

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Wildly beautiful

April 13, 2024by: Amisha KalraProgram: Thailand, Laos, Vietnam & Cambodia Gap Semester
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My experience was wildly beautiful in all of the places we spent time in - from bathing elephants in the hills of Chiang Mai, trekking in the Laos wilderness, exploring the gorgeous beaches and caves of Vietnam to biking in the Cambodian countryside. It allowed me to grow through the discomfort of traveling, doing activities that I haven’t ever thought to do - such as hiking and rock climbing, and spending time in beautiful villages and guesthouses. Throughout its ups and downs, I wouldn’t trade this experience for the world.

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