The program
This fantastic program works with vulnerable children in dire need in India, educating and supporting them, and teaching them essential English language skills that will aid in securing work in the future. From teaching English and other subjects in a classroom program or assisting street kids living in the city’s slums and helping to improve their lives, whichever program volunteers choose to partake in will truly change lives. The huge benefit of this program is that weekends can then be spent on a culturally rich tour around India on a safe, well-coordinated and economical travel extravaganza! Highlights include visiting the Taj Mahal in Agra, the Tiger Trail through Ranthambhore, the Holy City of Pushkar, Jaisalmer and a Camel Safari in the Thar Desert. This is a truly remarkable volunteering and travel experience.
Goals of this Project:
How you can help
Volunteering to work with children in India will be a hugely rewarding experience for any international volunteer. Volunteers will gain a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help vulnerable children, while the children will benefit from the attention and education given by the volunteers. Please refer to the Education Program for Children Living on the Street or Teaching English Program for more detailed information about the program options. This Volunteering and Travel Program allows participants to experience some of India’s famed sights such as the Tahj Mahal while also helping others. The program also includes; pickup from Jaipur Airport, program orientation, accommodation and meals, placement and assistance in work area, daily transport to project site, all program relevant materials, visit to Ranthambore including Tiger Safari, visit to Agra including Taj Mahal, visit to Pushkar, visit to Jodhpur, visit to Jaisalmer, one night in the desert including a Camel Safari, all hotel stays during the expedition, all transportation for trips, all monuments entry fees and wi-fi access in the volunteer house.
This amazing program is based in the Pink City of Jaipur and offers the unique opportunity to contribute through volunteering during the week whilst getting to explore this amazing region during the weekend. Here is a sample itinerary of what you might expect to see and do during your 4 week stay.
Day 1: Thursday. Arrive into Jaipur International Airport
Volunteers are picked up from the airport in Jaipur between 6:30am and 10pm and taken to the Volunteer House in Jaipur to settle in.
Day 2: Friday. Orientation
The local team will introduce you to this fascinating city; its culture, history, language and local customs and give you all the information you need for your stay.
Day 3 & 4: Saturday and Sunday. Travel to Agra and the Taj Mahal
Transport is arranged to Agra on Saturday, visiting the Rajasthani village of Abhaneri on route and enjoying the markets and sights of Agra in the afternoon and evening before retiring to your hotel. Early Sunday morning sees a visit to the stunning UNESCO world heritage listed Taj Mahal; an enormous marble mausoleum constructed in the 1600s in memory of the emperor's treasured wife, Mumtaz Mahal. A visit to Agra Fort is planned for later in the morning before making your way back to Jaipur.
Day 5- 9: Monday - Friday. Volunteering
This week will be spent settling in to your volunteering role; either working with Street Children or Teaching English at a local primary school.
Day 10 & 11: Saturday & Sunday. Ranthambore and the Tiger Safari
Transport to Ranthambore and hotel accommodation is arranged for this weekend to explore the Ranthambore National Park. A visit to the Fort is first up on Saturday afternoon and early Sunday morning sees you board a Jeep to Safari through the National Park Wildlife Reserve, viewing the tigers and other wildllife in their natural habitat. Return to Jaipur in the evening.
Day 12 - 16: Monday to Friday Volunteering
This week sees you return to your volunteering role with the children of Jaipur. You will be feeling much more at home this week and continue to build bonds with the children and staff.
Day 17: Saturday Travel to Pushkar
One of the most sacred pilgrimage places for Hindus and famous for a it's only Brahma Temple Pushkar is a delightful location in which to spend a day.
Day 18 & 19: Sunday & Monday. Travel to Jaisalmer in the That Desert
Transport is arranged to the desert village of Jaisalmer on Sunday to view the impressive Jaisalmer Fort in the evening light. A sunrise trip to Gadisar Lake Monday morning sets you up for a day of exploring the sites of Jaisalmer before heading into the desert for a camel safari in the afternoon. Monday night sees you immersed in Rajasthani Desert Village life, staying in mud-huts and experiencing the local music, dance and culture.
Day 20: Tuesday Travel to Jodphur
Travel is arranged to Jodphur where you can enjoy the local markets.
Day 21: Wednesday Mahrangarh Fort and return to Jaipur
On route back to Jaipur a visit is planned tot he Mehrangarh Fort (one of the largest in India) before arriving into Jaipur in the afternoon.
Day 22: Thursday Depart Jaipur
Volunteers on this amazing program have the privilege of staying in India's 'Pink City' of Jaipur during the week whilst volunteering.
Weekends are spent exploring the varied and fascinating locales of Agra (home to the famous Taj Mahal), Ranthambhore and its Tiger Reserve National Park, Pushkar's Hindu Brahma Temple and the desert villages of Jaisalmer and Jodhpur.
Volunteers are met on arrival into Jaipur and taken to the Volunteer House to meet with the hosts and other volunteers and settle in to the new environment. An orientation session will take place the following day which covers the local area, public transport, amenities, customs, rules and recommendations and of course, what to expect from your volunteering experience. This provides a great opportunity to get to know your hosts and fellow volunteers and ask any last questions you may have.
Volunteers are accommodated in a Volunteer House in Jaipur when they arrive and during the week whilst volunteering. The house is located in the safe and well-regarded district of Bank Colony, 30 minutes north of central Jaipur and close to the placement location.
Rooms are shared with dormitory style (bunk) beds. Bathrooms have western-style facilities and bed linen is provided so volunteers need only bring personal toiletries and towels.
A well-equipped kitchen is available for volunteers as are communal areas for relaxing and socializing. WiFi is available in the house free of charge.
On weekends whilst travelling volunteers are accommodated in comfortable hotels. Meals are not included on weekends and volunteers can choose from many varied options in each location.
Volunteers are provided with lunch and dinner daily at the volunteer house throughout their placement along with clean, treated water readily available in the volunteer house. Breakfast is self-catered and can be prepared in the communal kitchen with local markets and shops located within easy reach of the house.
Jaipur lies in the Rajasthani district of India and the food in this
region is internationally renowned, particularly for its vegetarian
chutneys, lentil (dal) based dishes and delicious savory snacks (known
locally as chaat). Jaipur also has a number of cafes and restaurants
serving a range of international dishes so there is something for every
palate.
This project is available every THURSDAY in October, November, December, January, February and March each year. Spaces on this project are limited and therefore subject to availability. Early booking is recommended.
This program is paused due to COVID-19
Teach & Travel
Provide English skills and daily support to children in Jaipur while getting to know the beautiful country of India.
$478/week
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