Unique & Ethical Hill tribe experience in Thailand

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La experiencia

This unique volunteer program invites participants to immerse themselves in the daily life of a hill tribe community. Volunteers will explore stunning natural landscapes, enjoy hiking, learn Karen crafts and language, Learn of traditional agriculture and elephant keeping practices, teach English to local children, help with waste cleanup and animal care.

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Que ofreces?

32 horas de ayuda por semana

Jardinería: Ayuda a plantar y cultivar jardines.

Cuidado de Animales: Ayuda a cuidar mascotas.

Trabajo Social: Ayuda como voluntario en proyectos locales y comunidades.

Enseñanza de Idiomas: Enseñar un idioma al anfitrión, a los invitados o a las comunidades locales.

Cuota extra requerida

Valor: US$ 480 Por semana

Cuantía destinada a: Beneficios para los voluntarios, Materiales para las actividades de los voluntarios y Donaciones al proyecto

Descripción: 3 meals per day Basic homestay accomodation All activities

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Lo que obtienes

1 dia libre por semana

Habitación privada: Tendrás una cama en un cuarto privado. Sí, un cuarto solo para ti.

Desayuno: Tienes derecho a desayunos gratis cada día de tu estadía.

Almuerzo: Tienes derecho a almuerzos gratis cada día de tu estadía.

Cena: Tienes derecho a cenas gratis cada día de tu estadía.

Tours gratis: Te llevamos a tours y paseos por la ciudad, GRATIS.

Excursiones gratis: Te llevamos a excursiones y caminatas por la ciudad, GRATIS.

Traslado: Te buscaremos cuando llegues y te llevamos a nuestro lugar.

Utilice nuestra cocina equipada: Siéntete libre de usar nuestra cocina y preparar tu comida deliciosa.

Internet Básica: Internet de velocidad básica para trabajar remotamente

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Requisitos

Inglés Intermedio

Entre 18 y 50 años

Admite voluntarios solos, parejas y dúos de voluntarios

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Lo que no está incluído

Vuelos, Seguro de Viaje, Transporte Interno y Visa

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Programa detallado

Volunteers will stay in homestays hosted by local families, offering a genuine cultural exchange and a deeper understanding of village life. Meals include traditional Thai dishes from the Chiang Mai region, with special occasions to try authentic Karen (Pga K’nyau) cuisine—an opportunity to experience unique local culinary traditions.
Activities & Involvement
Hiking: Expect to spend a lot of time hiking in nature and exploring the forest. Trails can be challenging, so a good level of fitness is essential.
Teaching English: Support local education by teaching basic English to school-aged children, helping improve their future opportunities.
Village Clean-Up Projects: Promote environmental awareness by organizing and participating in community waste collection and introducing proper waste management practices.
Animal Welfare Assistance: Help care for local dogs, cats, and our beloved resident pig.
Waterfall Visits: Enjoy scenic hikes to a nearby waterfall where we stop for lunch in nature.
Traditional Agriculture: Depending on the season, join local farmers in planting, harvesting, and maintaining crops—experiencing sustainable highland farming firsthand.
Local Crafts: Learn to create traditional Karen crafts such as weaving cloth and basket-making.
Cooking: Spend time with local villagers preparing sticky rice and other traditional Karen dishes.
Ethical Elephant Observation: Observe elephants living freely in their natural forest habitat. Learn about traditional, non-exploitative elephant care, with minimal human interference.
Accommodation
Homestays are typically made of wood or bamboo and located in the mountains. Accommodations are basic but comfortable, with a private room, thin mattress, bedding, and mosquito net, cold bucket shower and squat toilet.

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Actividades & Turnos

Typical day

Sunday: 
You will travel 2.5 hours out to the village, (with a lunch stop) meet your friendly host family & fellow guests


Monday - Saturday: 

First half of the day is spent hiking in the stunning forest enjoying nature

In the afternoons there will be an activity planned depending on season:

-teaching at the school
-learning the local language
-Karen crafts like basket weaving, weaving the tradition cloth, work on our germination project
- tree planting
- help our veterinary nurse care for the pets, strays and livestock 
- football matches with the locals 
- visit a waterfall
- hanging out with fellow visitors the voli-house
- Care for our resident pig at the project


Sunday: Free time or travel back to city

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Reglas

Please note: A good level of fitness is required to volunteer, the hikes can be intense depending on where they are each day. Prior to arrival we require proof of travel medical insurance for the length of your stay and a filled out medical form. Please note all fees are non refundable.

This project is situated in a remote Karen Hill Tribe village, enveloped by jungle. You must be prepared to fully immerse yourself in jungle life, which includes adapting to different foods, cultures, languages, primitive ways of life, as well as the absence of luxuries. Be ready to encounter bugs, spiders (which cause no harm), and all aspects of jungle living. Please refrain from booking this project if you are not prepared to accept these conditions.

This is really an incredible, life-changing experience for everyone who comes!