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GIVE Laos: Community Empowerment & Wildlife Conservation

by: GIVE Volunteers - Growth International Volunteer Excursions

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​Explore the best-kept secret in Southeast Asia, meditate with monks, volunteer in regenerative farming, swim in magical waterfalls, and immerse yourself in Lao culture! The Laos Experience is a perfect combination of white-knuckle adventure, cultural immersion, meaningful volunteer work, and, last but not least, moon bears! Project work focuses on improving the lives of these amazing creatures a...

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Program Highlights

Work alongside locals building critical infrastructure out of eco-friendly materials.

Become fully immersed in the special community of Sop Chem, nestled on the Nam Ou river.

Provide English education opportunities as a teaching assistant.

Explore caves and trek to a hidden waterfall!

Explore the night markets of Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Luang Prabang, Laos
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Adventure Types:
  • Eco Tours
  • Ecology
  • Hiking
Causes:
  • Agriculture
  • Anthropology
  • Building & Construction Projects
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

Top Rated Program Volunteer Abroad in Laos 2025
2025 Finalist - People’s ChoiceNotable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Providers 2024

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

24

GIVE LAOS 🫶🏼

January 14, 2026by: Emma Emanuel - United States

Program: GIVE Laos: Community Empowerment & Wildlife Conservation

10

GIVE did it again with giving me a second 10/10 trip! The Laos team is nothing short of AMAZING, inspiring, and smart and I am grateful to have gotten to travel with them and learn from them all. Being in the village of Sop Chem was special as I became close to several locals and had the privilege of gaining knowledge of their culture. Beginning with breakfast and ending the day with “good vibes” this organization does one incredible job establishing a personalized and thoughtful itinerary for us travelers. It was an amazing experience working with locals while constructing a road and teaching English to the students of Sop Chem! I also appreciate the pay now, book later option making trips like these more accessible for college students like me! Thanks again GIVE, looking forward to Tanzania and Zanzibar!

GIVE LAOS!

January 14, 2026by: Emma Emanuel - United States

Program: GIVE Laos: Community Empowerment & Wildlife Conservation

10

GIVE did it again with giving me a second 10/10 trip! The Laos team is nothing short of AMAZING, inspiring, and smart and I am grateful to have gotten to travel with them and learn from them all. Being in the village of Sop Chem was special as I became close to several locals and had the privilege of gaining knowledge of their culture. Beginning with breakfast and ending the day with “good vibes” this organization does one incredible job establishing a personalized and thoughtful itinerary for us travelers. It was an amazing experience working with locals while constructing a road and teaching English to the students of Sop Chem! I also appreciate the pay now, book later option making trips like these more accessible for college students like me! Thanks again GIVE, looking forward to Tanzania and Zanzibar!

Most impactful thing I have ever done!

December 18, 2025by: Emelia Iversen - United States

Program: GIVE Laos: Community Empowerment & Wildlife Conservation

10

This trip completely changed my outlook on life and what I want to do in the future. I grew so much as a person and did things that were out of my comfort zone. Teaching english left the most impact on me, as it was something I never thought I would get the opportunity to do. It was the coolest thing I have ever done and I cannot wait to go on another trip!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Luang Prabang, Laos

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Eco Tours
  • Ecology
  • Hiking

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Written Application
  • Online Application
  • Other

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