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Gap Year Programs in Vietnam

If you want to take an exotic gap year in Asia but also are itching to take the less beaten path, check out Vietnam. WIth many opportunities for teaching, adventuring, or  volunteering in Vietnam on your gap year, this Southeast Asian country will be a perfect place for you to be in such a historical country while still creating your own history. Check out the giant, neck-cramping caves in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park or bring out your adventurous motorcycle driving skills in the city. Go on, take a gap year in Vietnam!
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23 Gap Year Programs in Vietnam

Vietnam
9.54767 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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Semester at Sea
9.5636 reviews

Semester at Sea

Semester at Sea: Global Study Abroad on a Floating Campus

Join Semester at Sea on this global journey and make the world YO...

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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...

Gapforce
9.3523 reviews

Gapforce

Southeast Asia Explorer with Gapforce

Combine adventure travel and volunteering in this awesome 8-week ...

Oyster Worldwide
94 reviews

Oyster Worldwide

Gap Year Travel with Oyster Worldwide

Interested in taking a gap year? Do it with an organization well ...

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ARCC Programs
101 reviews

ARCC Programs

ARCC Gap: Southeast Asia - Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand

This 70-day Southeast Asia Gap Program takes you beyond the tradi...

LTL Language School
104 reviews

LTL Language School

LTL Language School || Learn Vietnamese in Vietnam

Come and learn Vietnamese in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) or Hanoi t...

Volunteer World
8.8513 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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Projects Abroad
9.41296 reviews

Projects Abroad

Global Leader In Meaningful Travel. Trusted By 130,000

At Projects Abroad, we’re passionate about travel with a purpose....

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Love Volunteers
00 reviews

Love Volunteers

Gap Year Adventures with Love Volunteers

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

The Dragon Trip
00 reviews

The Dragon Trip

31-Day Southeast Asia Adventure Tour

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

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Unforgettable Experience

March 13, 2025by: Cara Christie - United KingdomProgram: Southeast Asia Explorer with Gapforce
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I had an even better time than I could have imagined. I met some amazing people and definitely made the most incredible memories. I feel like the trip was a good mixture of fun and also cultural enrichment. It was the perfect start to my gap year travels.

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