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Volunteer in Thailand

Travelling in Thailand is like flipping through a picture book – turn a page and you’re on a palm-fringed beach, another, and you’ll find yourself in a colourful temple, near a rice paddy or pineapple field, or within whispering-distance of a wild parrot or gibbon. Whether you’re relaxing in the sun, enjoying the delicious local food, or venturing into the jungle for a nature tour, you’re sure to soak up plenty of sun and culture as you experience your own Thai adventure tale.

At a glance

Age: 18 years and above
Duration: 4, 8, or 12 weeks
Language: Good knowledge of English
Starting Dates: Every 1st and 3rd Friday in the month

Volunteer in Thailand: your destination

No wonder Thailand is one of the top travel destinations in Asia – visitors arriving in the “country of smiles” receive a warm and friendly welcome.

As a volunteer in Thailand, you can teach English and live amongst the friendly people of Thailand in the northeast, on the Mekong River.

Get a taste of the Thai culture and lifestyle as a volunteer abroad in Thailand!

Volunteer abroad in Thailand

Arrival and orientation days in Thailand

Before you begin to volunteer in Thailand, you will first spend an orientation weekend in Nongkhai on the border with Laos. Through excursions, our partner organisation will introduce you to the culture of Thailand and to the country's different regions. They will also help you prepare to teach English as a volunteer in Thailand.

During the orientation days and as you volunteer abroad in Thailand, you will stay in a shared room in a house with other volunteers from around the world.

Volunteer abroad in Thailand: Teach English

English is an important language in Thailand. Whoever has good knowledge of English can improve their career chances enormously. Whereas it is relatively easy to learn English in Bangkok, people living in rural areas and villages do not have as many educational opportunities. Therefore, you will be greatly appreciated as an English-teaching volunteer in Thailand.

You may be placed in schools, orphanages, or village educational establishments when you volunteer abroad in Thailand.

Volunteer in Thailand

Activities: As a volunteer in Thailand, you will spend 3-4 hours teaching (or doing renovation work) each day, depending on the project.
Free Time: Usually at the weekend.
Duration: 4, 8, or 12 weeks.
Application: At least 2-3 months before departure. We are happy to receive your applications much earlier than this.
Starting Dates: Usually twice a month, at the following dates: 9 July, 23 July, 6 Aug., 20 Aug., 3 Sept., 17 Sept., 1 Oct., 15 Oct., 29 Oct., 12 Nov., 26 Nov., 10 Dec., 24 Dec. 2010
Practical Experience: Not mandatory, but it would certainly make your stay easier.
Other: Police background check required. Since you will be entering a completely foreign cultural region when you volunteer in Thailand, patience, adaptability, independence, personal initiative, and travel experience are essential.