- Download the app
-
Volunteer Opportunities
Top Destinations
See all volunteer opportunitiesWhat type of experience are you looking for?
- Academy
- Community Blog
- WP Life
- Exclusive discounts
- How it works
- Help
- Sign Out
- Log In
- Sign Up
- Become a Host
- English
Winners of the 2nd edition • 2025
Check out the award-winning projects, chosen by the Worldpackers community.
Portugal • Loulé
Animal Rescue Algarve
This animal rescue center in Portugal saves, rehabilitates, and rehomes abandoned dogs and cats. Volunteers are key to daily walks, feeding, and loving care. With strong local outreach, education on animal welfare, and cozy wooden kennels, ARA gives second chances to animals and healing to those who help them.
Germany • Sammatz
Michaelshof Sammatz
It is an international community with over 37 years of history and many projects made with the help of volunteers, where 250+ people are building a new way of living, prioritizing people and nature.
Argentina • Mendoza
Fundación Carmela Fassi
Their project aims to make a positive impact, supporting socially vulnerable individuals. With a dedicated team of professionals, volunteers, and friends, they've worked on this mission for over 20 years. Valuing respect, understanding, and love, all participants receive necessary accommodations for their involvement.
Laos • Vang Vieng
MITTAPHAP-Saelao Project
The SAE LAO project in Nathong Village, Laos, has been empowering local youth since 2008 by providing English education, sustainable farming, and community initiatives. Volunteers contribute to teaching, farm work, maintenance, and more while experiencing the beautiful local environment. Despite challenges from COVID-19, SAE LAO is rebuilding, offering meaningful opportunities for volunteers to make a real impact in the community.
Brazil • Nazaré Paulista
Nazaré Uniluz
Nazaré Uniluz is a space for continuous learning, offering courses, meditation practices, and personal growth experiences. Surrounded by the Atlantic Forest, it fosters spiritual connection, nature immersion, and volunteer work. For over 40 years, it has welcomed diverse individuals to deepen self-awareness, engage in altruistic service, and cultivate inner peace through communal living.
Thailand • Samoeng District
Watchara Organic Farm
This project helps to build and maintain public schools for the Karen tribes in northern Thailand. It also provides scholarships and English classes. All of this is made possible thanks to the collaboration of volunteers.
Spain • Valencia
La Casa del Viento, Enguera, Valencia
La Casa del Viento is an eco-farm dedicated to sustainable agriculture and community building. With 62 hectares of land, this project creates a positive environmental impact by fostering a deeper connection with nature. It provides volunteers with the opportunity to engage in meaningful work while embracing simplicity and cultural exchange.
United Kingdom • Ulverston
Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
Located in the UK’s Lake District, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre offers volunteers a chance to support a vibrant Buddhist community. Help with gardening, guest services, cooking, or renovations while experiencing Buddhist life. This peaceful retreat, set in 70 acres of nature, has been fostering spiritual growth and connection for years.
France Saint-Mars D'outillé
Centre de Méditation Kadampa France
The project provides a serene retreat in northwest France, fostering inner peace and connection. Rooted in Buddhist teachings, volunteers engage in diverse tasks, attend meditation classes, and respect community rules, fostering personal and spiritual growth.
United Kingdom • Derbyshire
Tara International Kadampa Buddhist Retreat Centre
Tara International Kadampa Buddhist Retreat Centre offers a unique opportunity to explore spiritual life without leaving behind your everyday responsibilities. Nestled in a peaceful community of monks, nuns, and lay practitioners, the center promotes values like love, patience, and compassion. Volunteers help maintain this serene space, contributing to its beauty and supporting others in their journey toward inner peace.
