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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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Fiji Womens Commune & Kindy Review

Absolute highlight being able to share this experience with my friends. We were also shown an awesome waterfall by one of the residents which I will always remember! Comments on local team, food and

June 28, 2023

Women & Children’s Commune Review – Fiji

What a fantastic trip! It all came about when I didn’t get into an overseas program with University and knew I had to have some sort of learning experience whilst overseas. And what a

June 28, 2023

Bali Kindy Teaching Review

I had the most amazing time helping children learn English during daily lessons. I will definitely do it again, as I also met the most amazing people. Comments on local team, food and accommodation

June 26, 2023

Review of Kindergarten Project in Ubud

My volunteering experience in Bali was truly amazing! The Introduction week was great (we visited Temples, Ubud, a traditional dance show, made Batic Painting & much more!) and after that, my project in the

June 1, 2023

Volunteer Story – Nepal Experience

I’ve been passionate about traveling and getting to know different cultures for more than ten years. Growing up, I realized that helping people is one of the most incredible opportunities in life. Some years

May 12, 2023

Construction in Palawan, Philippines Review

I am not sure where to begin but coming to Tigman village and spending the last 2 weeks here has been the highlight of my life so far, no doubt about it! You have

May 11, 2023

Elyse’s Review of Construction and Childcare in Antigua

Tell us as much as you can about your trip! Any highlights? What was the volunteering like? My friend and I went to Antigua, Guatemala for over a month and participated in the volunteering

April 27, 2023

Construction and Childcare in Guatemala: Review by Lucy

Since we stayed for a long time it was very easy to go see the amazing attractions Guatemala offers like the volcanos, Mayan ruins and lakes. They were all so gorgeous and it was

April 27, 2023

Health Education Teaching in Bali Review

Tell us as much as you can about your trip! Any highlights? What was the volunteering like? I really had a great time volunteering here in Bali. It was a great experience and I’m

April 27, 2023

Animal Shelter in Fiji Review of Project

Tell us as much as you can about your trip! Any highlights? What was the volunteering like? Looking after dogs, cats and puppies was my main task. Taking them for a walk and giving

April 13, 2023

Turtle Conservation in Nusa Penida, Bali Review

It was very wholesome to see how the coordinators worked with the turtles. They knew a lot and told us everything about them, that we wanted to know. They helped us with anything and

April 11, 2023

Fiji – Healthcare Project Review

The land and the people were amazing. I loved being there. Comments on local team, food and accommodation The food was the best and I enjoyed every meal. -Jonannes View project

April 11, 2023

Bali – Healthcare Education Review

Which country and project did you volunteer on? Bali – Healthcare Education Tell us as much as you can about your trip! Any highlights? What was the volunteering like? Only did teaching the second

April 11, 2023

Philippines Environmental Conservation Review

4 hours a day, super fun due to the people I was with! Highlights was karaoke night & the boat trip we did one afternoon as we had the afternoon off. Comments on local

April 6, 2023

Family Volunteering in Costa Rica

Review by a family group (husband, wife and 16 year old son)… Tell us as much as you can about your trip! Any highlights? What was the volunteering like? Our volunteer experience is very

March 31, 2023

Turtle Conservation in Indonesia Review

I stayed for three weeks and they were some of the best of my life. You are caring for the turtels, have free time and meet so many interesting people! Comments on local team,

March 31, 2023

Remote Island Teaching Review

Volunteering on the island was the most life changing and incredible experience. From the moment I arrived on the island I felt welcomed and loved by ever person! I was lucky to teach in

March 27, 2023

Kindy Teaching in Sigatoka Fiji Review

Outstanding Local Coordinators: Teva, Ranandi, Losana, GG: – friendly – helpful – efficient – well mannered – thoughtful, etc. Excellent cook Ani – great food; varied; sufficient; nutritous; well balanced. Accommodation comfortable, well located,

February 21, 2023

Children’s Home Support Review

Which country/s and project/s did you volunteer on? Fiji- orphanage in Nadi, Treasure House Tell us about your trip! Any highlights? Comments on local team, food and accommodation? The accomodation was great and really

February 10, 2023

Children’s Home Fiji Review

Tell us about your trip! Any highlights? Comments on local team, food and accommodation? The accomodation was great, host family kind, helpful and friendly. Food was great but the experience helping at the orphanage

February 10, 2023

Public Health Outreach Review Fiji

Tell us about your trip! Any highlights? Comments on local team, food and accommodation? The number of health checks and location was sufficient enough to experience different sides of Fiji. Team was helpful and

February 9, 2023

Bali Health Education Testimonial

Highlights of your trip Connecting with the children through games and activities, the last day of teaching party with the children, meeting other volunteers from all over the world Comments on the local team,

January 11, 2023

Fiji – Remote Island Teaching Project Review

Volunteering on this project was undoubtedly the most challenging but rewarding experience. I loved getting to know the kids and share some of my knowledge with them. We shared many laughs, songs, and stories

January 11, 2023

Review of Stray Dog Rehabilitation – Nepal

This was by far the most valuable experience I could get and I did a few other volunteer jobs before. The people in Kathmandu and at Kat center are the best, they are doing

January 11, 2023

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