This experience will stick with me forever. Over the course of the three weeks I volunteered, I learnt a lot professionally, particularly relating to Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy. However, I really learned the value in connection, and how even the smallest of actions can really impact people’s lives. I’m so grateful for my experience doing this program, and I really believe you get out whatever effort you put into the program. I couldn’t recommend this experience more if you want to have fun, learn a lot, and truly make a difference.

Volunteer in Vietnam
Explore International Volunteer HQ’s fascinating Vietnam volunteer abroad program. Choose from a wide range of trusted Vietnam volunteer projects, including Teaching English, Medical, Special Needs Care, Childcare and Food Outreach. Volunteer work in Vietnam is based throughout a variety of communities in and around the city of Ho Chi Minh. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 152,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Vietnam.
Highlights:
- 5 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from $410 for 1 week
- Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation in a volunteer dormitory in Ho Chi Minh City
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Optional Cultural Immersion Culture Week available as an add-on
Key information
Volunteer opportunities in Vietnam
Increases access to education
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $410
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in kindergartens in Ho Chi Minh City
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Help with all aspects of running a childcare center, with a specific focus on assisting with English lessons for early learners.
Improves health & wellbeing
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $410
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in soup kitchens
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Assist soup kitchens to serve up to 800 meals to low income workers, students, the elderly and other locals who couldn’t otherwise afford a suitable daily lunch.
Improves health & wellbeing
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $610
- Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in a hospital
- Volunteers aged 18+
Shadow and assist local doctors and nurses in a Vietnamese hospital, helping with basic tasks and triage.
Improves health & wellbeing
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $410
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in hospitals and clinics
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Support hospitals and clinics to care for those with special needs, including those affected by Agent Orange. You can assist with physical therapy, education and sensory tasks.
Increases access to education
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $410
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in a local college
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Help to teach English in a local college to students aged between 16-25, enhancing their job prospects and opportunities for further study.
What recent volunteers said about their IVHQ experience
I loved this program so much! It was perfect for me. I made many friends at the accommodation and had fun being located around many activities. I was able to walk nearby to almost all services I needed like laundry and food! The Grabs for longer trips were affordable and quick! The city was amazing and the local team so supportive and helpful! I gained knowledge of the city and Vietnamese culture. Will be visiting again!
This was an amazing experience and the local team and volunteers were so amazing and kind. As a solo traveler I was nervous, however from the moment I got there I did not feel alone, rather I gained more social connections than I thought I would.
I would absolutely recommend it. I will be coming back next year, and this trip was undoubtedly the best two weeks of my life. I made lots of wonderful friends, and immersing yourself in a new country across the world is an experience I couldn’t even imagine. All my hesitancies from the beginning completely went away, and my only regret is not staying longer.
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Popular add-ons & experiences in Vietnam
Take your volunteer experience to the next level with these popular add-ons and experiences. Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ Vietnam program.

Dive into a half-day exploration of Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic historical site – the Cu Chi Tunnels, a must-see attraction.

A Vietnam Food Tour for the food lovers! Eat like a Vietnamese for a night! We will take you to the most popular street stalls and hidden alleyways in the city, showing you where the locals truly love to eat! So, save your appetite, delight your palate, and let us fill your tummy with delicious and authentic Vietnamese food!

Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Vietnamese culture.

Dive into a half-day exploration of Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic historical site – the Cu Chi Tunnels, a must-see attraction.

A Vietnam Food Tour for the food lovers! Eat like a Vietnamese for a night! We will take you to the most popular street stalls and hidden alleyways in the city, showing you where the locals truly love to eat! So, save your appetite, delight your palate, and let us fill your tummy with delicious and authentic Vietnamese food!

Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Vietnamese culture.
Check what's required to visit Vietnam
Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important you monitor this right up until you depart for your trip.