Community work with orphans in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam


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Community work with orphans in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Overview

Got a lot of heart and even more wanderlust?

Don’t let Vietnam’s relaxed attitude to life fool you; there’s so much here to see, visit, and taste! And as if the floating markets, bustling streets and emerald paddy fields aren’t enough you will also experience the famous Vietnamese hospitality as you get involved with playing games, singing songs and planning arts projects in one of a number of local orphanages. You’ll play a valuable role in the overall development of the children and your efforts will last long after the sun tan fades! If you enjoy a challenge this project is the perfect way to discover why Vietnam is becoming one of the hottest destinations in Asia and have lots of fun while you do it.

Trip Highlights:

  • Bringing smiles and happiness to disadvantaged children
  • Living in this bustling, vibrant city - enough to keep you occupied for years!
  • Exploring the city's markets - a real Vietnamese experience

Fast Facts

Project Information

  • Project Duration: Min 1 week - Max 12 weeks
  • Project Costs: €989.00 for 1 week, €175.00 for every week thereafter
  • Location of project:Various locations within Ho Chi Minh City
  • Arrival Airport:Ho Chi Minh City (airport code SGN)
  • Activities:Providing general care and assistance in looking after the children, some of which have special needs. This will involve playing games, teaching English & basic life skills
  • Working Hours:Flexible; usually Monday to Friday, up to 8 hours a day, all other time is free. 
  • Getting to the project:Dependent on location; 30 minutes -1 hour motorbike taxi ride (please budget approximately US$25 per week)
  • Requirements:Minimum Age 17
  • Other:Vietnamese New Year (Tet) will be 03 February 2011. There is a 7 day public holiday around this time which will affect projects. Final dates for this festival are confirmed at very short notice. Dates have been closed for a week either side of Tet but please be aware that you may have some disruptions to your placement around this time (TET in 2012 is January 23) 

What's Included

  • Accommodation:Shared room in guesthouse, dormitory style bedrooms based on 6 sharing
  • Food:Food is not included; you will need to purchase your own food (budget approximately $50 per week)
  • Airport Pickup:Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if you're arriving early!
  • Training:In-country orientation
  • Support:Pre-departure helpdesk, Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support

What's not included

  • Flights, Insurance, Visas, Return Airport transfer, Local Transport, Food

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