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Read IVI volunteer reviews and experiences from our past participants. As one of the longest running volunteer travel companies, IVI has helped thousands of people from around the globe on their incredible volunteering journey! You can also have a watch of our video showing volunteers speaking about their experiences from some of our destinations.

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My host family were incredible, so generous with everything they had. They answered my questions, talked to me, laughed with me and my two Fijian “brothers” I had for two weeks,I will never forget. I left Fiji feeling like I was a part of their family. The teaching staff were so appreciative of everything I did.

Alex Fiji - Remote Island Teaching

This was by far the most valuable experience. The people at Kat center are the best, they are doing such an amazing job and were really welcoming and appreciative of my work there. But the most fulfilling was to see the dogs change and looking forward to me taking them for a walk everyday.

Franziska Nepal - Stray Dog Shelter

Oh so blessed to work with a bunch of likeminded legends to complete health checks on the local Fijian people. A humbling and awakening experience with a little reminder that not all are as lucky as we are in the western world, but smile always and everything works out on Fiji time. I leave with a full heart.

Stephanie Fiji - Nutrition Outreach

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Best Sports Coaching Program in Thailand- Involvement Volunteers Australia

Volunteering in Thailand was a very rewarding experience and a great way to explore the country. Meeting people from all over the world and various walks of life was also very nice. Definitely one

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Volunteering in one of the soup kitchens in Saigon, to help feed many hundreds of vulnerable and disadvantaged people, was a humbling but a truly wonderful experience. Working alongside local volunteers – sharing preparation

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The work was demanding but rewarding. I left the accommodation at 7am and returned about 5.30pm; a long day at this time of year when afternoon shade temperatures are 30 degrees. A good degree

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Best Medical Internship in India- Involvement Volunteers Australia

Our coordinators were super nice and helped us along the whole project. The JMJ Hospital was nice and Goa had some lovely beaches. We really enjoyed our experience with the team. The local team

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This was truly an unforgettable experience with so many highlights to share. The kids are the cutest human beings ever – they excitedly await your arrival from the gate yelling “Teacher … Teacher …”

February 10, 2026

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On my first morning I was certainly apprehensive as this was my first time volunteering. Different scenarios passed through my mind about the briefing and what I might be asked to do. Will I

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Best Turtle Rehabilitation in Sri Lanka? Involvement Volunteers Australia

I spent 9 weeks at the turtle conservation in Ambalangoda and 2 weeks at the special needs program in Kandy. My experience was truly amazing, working with the turtles was a fun experience, and

January 29, 2026

Best Elephant Conservation in Koh Samui? Involvement Volunteers Australia

The volunteer program was absolutely amazing. We were guided patiently on how to take care of the elephants. Everyone there was extremely friendly. This experience is definitely once in a life time. – Stephanie

January 29, 2026

Environmental & English Teaching Review from Bali

It was an incredible trip. I had a wonderful time volunteering….the people were so lovely, and the children are truly amazing. Working with the kids was especially rewarding; they were always excited to see

January 7, 2026

South Korea Childcare and After School Support Program Review

I volunteered for a month (from September 28th to October 25th, 2025). Every Monday, we would meet up in the lobby to plan our English lesson materials for the rest of the week. After

October 29, 2025

Construction in Laos Review

The trip was amazing. Highlights definitely included getting to know the Laos people and culture. Spending a couple days a week helping out at the local school and then the other few days during

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Childcare program in South Korea Review

I found the supervisors per Email and on site to be very friendly and helpful. Jin, in particular, assisted me greatly. The children were very sweet and open to learning. I also felt secure

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Teaching in Fiji as a Family of 4

Such an amazing experience – the welcome to the village and local culture was very special. The school and teachers were incredible and what I hadn’t planned for was how great it would be

October 8, 2025

Childcare in Hua Hin, Thailand Review

Working with the children in the kindergarten was great, and I also really enjoyed being in different groups. I learned a lot of new things and would do it again. Comments on local team,

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Review of Kindergarten in Chiang Mai, Thailand

I loved it. The children were well behaved and had good support from the people that worked there. Good transport to locations as well. Sometimes we do need the teacher to help support or

September 5, 2025

Environmental in Hua Hin Thailand Review

It was a wonderful experience! So many people from all over the world! We enjoyed every moment of our project from cleaning the beach to plant new mangroves! Comments on local team, food and

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At the clinic, I was taught different nursing techniques UNDER SUPERVISION (placing IV lines, vaccinating, suturing, taking vital signs…). This was truly useful when going to rural areas where access to hospitals does not

August 28, 2025

Cheetah Conservation Review – South Africa

At Ashia, I supported a loving team with daily tasks such as keeping the enclosures clean, shredding antelopes and feeding the kittens. Comments on local team, food and accommodation Nice and clean accomodation, fresh

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Turtle Program in Bali Review

I did volunteering in Nusa Penida for the turtle conservation program and I enjoyed it alot. I really liked the experience of volunteering and learning something new about the turtles and the culture. I

August 15, 2025

Thailand, School Construction in Hua Hin Review

I really enjoyed the experience. The team was amazing, the people I met along the way really made a difference. The project was fun and seeing the kids like our work was heartfelt. I

August 8, 2025

Turtle Conservation in Sri Lanka Review

In search of a meaningful holiday I have selected volunteering in Sri Lanka and it was the best decision! Every day was an adventure, a discovery, a surprise. Not only have I enjoyed working

August 1, 2025

English Exchange – Japan: I taught the locals in Otaki Village and Kiso English!!

For 2 weeks, I volunteered in Otaki Village, a rural town hidden near Kiso-Fukushima in Nagano Prefecture. For the 2 weeks, I worked with the team, helping local students in Kiso learn English through

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