Travel Asia
Spending a gap year in Asia means limitless possibilities for a year out with a difference. You could spend your entire gap year travelling the world's largest continent and still only scratch the surface. So if you plan to travel Asia, it's worth taking time to research all of our volunteer Asia destinations.
We believe the most rewarding way to travel is to volunteer in Asia and experience a country from the 'inside'. Asia volunteer projects awaiting your help vary from wildlife conservation work with endangered species, including panda conservation in China and orangutans in Malaysia, to community projects and teaching English where your skills are needed to help give something back to local communities.
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Teaching English at Buddhist monasteries in Nepal
This is the perfect opportunity for those who want to use their i-to-i TEFL qualification to travel further and see and experience a whole lot more than other tourist can only dream of.
- Location: Nepal
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Teaching
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
A crazy yet intriguing experience....
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Community work at child protection homes in Nepal
There's more to Nepal than just the Himalayas and Kathmandu provides a unique setting for valuable community work with disadvantaged children.
- Location: Nepal
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Work with children
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
A moving rewarding experince that will remain with you always...
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Community work with children in Sri Lanka
Let your creativity run wild with children in Sri Lanka and get involved in singing, drama and dancing as well as vital English language teaching.
- Location: Sri Lanka
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Work with children
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
The most incredible 3 week holiday ever...
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Conservation at an elephant sanctuary in Sri Lanka
Help care for elephants and promote improvements to the lives of these majestic animals.
- Location: Sri Lanka
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Wildlife
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Community work with orphans in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
The fascinating city of Ho Chi Minh City, with its street markets and silk shops is the setting for a valuable project designed to help children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Location: Vietnam
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Work with children
- Duration: 1 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
" a magical and worthwhile experience "...
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Community work in Bangalore, India
Soak up India's 'garden city' while reaping the rewards of a challenging project to benefit the kids of Bangalore.
- Location: India
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Community Work
- Duration: 2 to 8 weeks
Latest trip review:
Amazing...
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Panda Conservation near Xi'an, China
Experience more than a black and white life! With just a thousand left, here's your rare chance to get up-close to precious pandas in the stunning Chinese wilderness.
- Location: China
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Wildlife
- Duration: 2 to 4 weeks
Latest trip review:
An experience that made me a better person!...
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Teach English in coastal Thailand - Chumphon
Explore the best of coastal Thailand, away from the hordes, and teach English amongst palm trees and golden beaches.
- Location: Thailand
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Teaching
- Duration: 4 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
I think about thailand everyday!...
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Community work in coastal Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's southern coast was badly damaged by the tsunami. Volunteer in this beautiful region and you'll play a part in helping a local community get back on its feet.
- Location: Sri Lanka
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Community Work
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
Would not change one single second! what an experience!!...
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The Thailand and Islands experience
Enjoy Thailand's pulsating modern skin and its traditional core before rounding off the trip by relaxing on the beautiful Thai coast.
- Location: Thailand
- Continent: Asia
- Type:Meaningful Tours
- Duration: 2 weeks
Latest trip review:
An amazing trip that won't be forgotten!...
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