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.
The work we had to do was very interesting, and all the people I met, whether volunteers or part of the team, were incredible encounters that can change a life. The interaction with the
I pass 9 weeks in Sri Lanka, just in the turtle conservation project. But it was not enough. I loved everything : – work with turtle – Sri Lanka people – The staff –
I learned a lot about cultural differences, which is interesting. We, the Japanese do not insist on our opinion, but Fijian children insist on what they think a lot. The children were always friendly
The volunteering consisting in renovating a school during the week and go to visit cambodia during the week-end. It was wonderful to have the opportunity to easily get abroad. Comments on local team, food
I loved my volunteer experience. From the beginning to end, I felt very safe and welcomed. There’s someone in charge of picking you up at the airport and brings you to the house. I
We had good two weeks (4.8. – 17.8.). We have cleaned the cages, prepaired the food and feeded the animals. Really special moments were the contact with the animals. Comments on local team, food
“The team of us who were placed in Moala were instantly taken in by the family we were living and were made to feel part of the family. I am grateful for this experience,
The kids are truly inspiring and made me stay here even in difficult moments. they give so much energy and love without even knowing. all the preparations for the graduation day were definitely my
I enjoyed the trip. It was nice to meet new people, visit new places and experience a new culture. The highlights include meeting the wonderful children of the school. This was a new experience
“I am so blessed to have been lead by amazing dietician and naturopathic professionals who have inspired what I hope to be in this field one day. Words and pictures could never capture how
What a fantastic trip. Getting the opportunity to live in a village for a week was so incredibly special, and all of our hosts quickly became like family. The work itself was challenging at
There were so many highlights to this trip! However the one that stood out the most was living in Moala village for one week. The team of us who were placed in Moala were
Honestly, it exceeded my expectations. It was a unique experience in every sense, extremely positive and enriching, and I would recommend it to everyone. The attention and help from all parties was excellent, and
I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible experience I had during the medical aid volunteering trip to Aborlan last week. Your dedication and support played a significant
My favourite part of the four-week volunteering program was the hospitality of the doctors, nurses and other hospital staff. When not too busy, they explained various procedures, tests and concepts to me that I
The volunteering was really and unforgettable time and I would definitely do it again! We got to experience all the work they have to do at this great project to increase the population of
We enjoyed our volunteering experience in Fiji and loved interacting with the warm and welcoming Fijian people. Masi and Mare were great hosts and made our stay as comfortable as possible. It was also
The construction was working on a community park. The local children worked with us on moving dirt with the wheelbarrows – very nice to see them care about their park and interest in us.
The volunteering was a lot of fun. I become more skilled in cooking techniques, and learned many things. It was also exciting for me to live by myself in a foreign country and I
Volunteering has been the best experience of my life; I met incredible people and will definitely never forget it. Comments on local team, food and accommodation The local food was amazing, and I will
I can only say one thing: if you are wondering whether you should really do a volunteer project in Vietnam – do it! Of course I was quite scared and respectful of my four-week
Korea is an amazing country. At the volunteering place, people were very nice but generally did not speak English. Fortunately I always had a bilingual person to accompany me. I was able to go
Hi my name is Kai. I spent 3 weeks in Nepal. Through culture week I got a real taste for the city of Katmandu – chaotic streets, crammed buses, lots of very friendly people
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
Volunteering in Fiji was truly a life-changing experience. It was so fulfilling to interact and connect with the youth in the villages and schools. I enjoyed teaching the children how to wash their hands
Volunteering was the best experience of my life ! The turtles are so cute and it was very fulfilling to take care of them. I met loads of amazing people, visited places that looked
Hi Lauren, I arrived in Sydney a couple of days ago. I had an amazing experience volunteering in Lombok, and will certainly do volunteering again in the future. Highlights of the trip: The
All students in healthcare should work on this project! As a nursing student who is graduating soon, I was given the opportunity to work at Mis Anos Dorados in Jocotenango. I was able to
The trip was the most incredible experience of my life. It sounds overdramatic to describe it like this but the combination of the people and the program was amazing. I met beautiful people and
Jo did the island and women’s commune program in Fiji 🙂 …. I can’t express enough how much Meki, Tima and Paulina took care of me. They would even fan me when I was
I went for four weeks in Bali to teach English in a kindergarten to children. I made it throug games and exercises. They were very friendly and respectful. They have immediately considered me as
My highlight was seeing the kids smile. Playing games with them, singing and dancing with them. Really brings out our inner child and our silliness. The kids are bright and excited to learn. Comments
It was an amazing week working with a diverse group of volunteers from around the world. We got to experience working with turtles from nearly hatched to around 8 months old. They were extremely
The Madagascar trip was brilliant. At the school the children were really engaged learners. I found the most important thing on this trip was taking many more picture books. I hadn’t done that enough
Overall one of the best experiences of my life. I was immersed in the Nepali culture. Interacting with the locals, learning what daily life is like in Nepal. Volunteering was great! Hard work, but
I was doing the building and constraction program in Stone Town Zanzibar. The work was in the school with carpainting, laying bricks and painting with local people. Comments on local team, food and accommodation
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