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Gap Year Volunteer Programs

Gap Year Volunteer programs with IVHQ

Every year thousands of people choose to join gap year volunteer programs with IVHQ. Here’s why:

International Volunteer HQ offers the world’s most affordable and trusted gap year volunteer programs in over 50 destinations, including Bali, Cambodia, Costa Rica, Peru, South Africa and Kenya.

You can join programs for durations ranging from 1 week to 6 months and many gap year volunteers choose to combine multiple programs in different destinations.

Whether you want to volunteer in Teaching, Childcare, Medical, Community Development, Construction and Renovation, Turtle Conservation or Wildlife Conservation, IVHQ has a gap year volunteer opportunity for you.

With volunteer program fees starting from CA$29 per day including accommodation, you will not find a more affordable and trustworthy gap year volunteer organization. But don’t just take our word for it, read the reviews below from our IVHQers…

Gap Year volunteer abroad programs with IVHQ

I had high expectations for this experience and they were all surpassed. The experience will always hold a happy place in my heart. The friendships made between us volunteers grew to be so strong, I know we’ll keep in touch forever! Alexis Liebig, 19 (Volunteer in Bali)

Volunteering for the childcare program in Lima, Peru was one of the best experiences of my life. If you’re only expecting a vacation, then you might want to reconsider applying… But if you’re hoping to help make a difference, grow as a person, and meet like-minded people, this is the perfect opportunity! Kylie Clementi, 20 (Volunteer in Cusco, Peru)

This program allows for a wonderful opportunity to experience Kenya as more of a local and not as a tourist. Come prepared to work hard and get involved in everything. Natalie Morrison, 19 (Volunteer in Kenya)

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