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Community Volunteering & Buddhist Meditation in Sikkim
Begin your journey in Kolkata, where you will serve underprivileged children, special-needs students, and impoverished communities. Then, travel to Sikkim, a Himalayan state renowned for its monasteries, rich culture, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Volunteers support women and youth in handicrafts, English, and digital skills, and engage with children and local communities in need. The progra...
Begin your journey in Kolkata, where you will serve underprivileged children, special-needs students, and impoverished communities. Then, travel to Sikkim, a Himalayan state renowned for its monasteries, rich culture, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Volunteers support women and youth in handicrafts, English, and digital skills, and engage with children and local communities in need. The program also includes eco-tourism activities, such as monastery visits, heritage tours, and trekking through valleys and forests. A highlight is the chance to learn meditation directly from Buddhist Masters in mountain monasteries, combining service with self-discovery. Programs run for 7, 14, or 21 days at $700–$1,500, including food, lodging, transport, eco-tours, and orientation. Volunteers contrib...
Program Highlights
Make a difference by volunteering with children, special-needs students, and underserved communities in Sikkim.
Practice authentic meditation guided by Buddhist masters in peaceful Himalayan monasteries.
Trek through rivers, valleys, and forested hills as you explore Sikkim’s sacred sites and natural wonders.
Empower women and youth by teaching English, digital skills, and traditional handicrafts.
Immerse yourself in Sikkim’s rich tribal culture, spiritual traditions, and daily community life.
Quick Details
- India
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Summer
- Backpacking
- Birdwatching
- Camping
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Arts See more
- Australian
- British
- Canadian
- Danish
- Dutch
Program Details
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Locations
- India
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Backpacking
- Birdwatching
- Camping
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- Australian
- British
- Canadian
- Danish
This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Home-stays
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- Bengali
- English
- Hindi
Language Skills Required
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Resume
- Other
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