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Immerse yourself in the traditions of the Karen people

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The experience

Step into Mae Na Chang, a vibrant Karen village in Thailand's Mae Hong Son province, where Buddhist and Christian traditions harmoniously blend with the rhythms of nature. Take part in daily Karen activities such as farming, animal care, weaving, teaching and learn how to prepare and cook traditional Karen meals.

Here, every visit becomes part of our story—and yours. 🌱

What you offer

5 hours of help per day

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 10 Per day

Description: Volunteers contribute $10 a day which goes towards the cost of meals and includes a donation to the school and village.

What you get

3 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Spanish

Between 18 and 40 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Teaching and Farming Volunteer Program
Mae Na Chang School, Karen Village
This immersive 4-day volunteer program offers participants a unique opportunity to contribute to rural education while experiencing traditional Karen farming practices at Mae Na Chang school. The program combines educational support with hands-on agricultural activities, providing volunteers with a comprehensive understanding of life in a Karen village. We also provide some activities for volunteers such as hiking trips, a visit to a waterfall and camping.


Activities & Shift

Teaching English
Raising chickens, pigs and buffaloes
We also provide
visit the waterfall and cave
Learn the art of Karen weaving
Cooking with with people

A Year-Round Journey of Discovery
Join us in experiencing the ever-changing seasons and the richness of village life. You’ll have the opportunity to:
🌾 Witness the planting of rice and corn: Be part of the farming process and learn traditional agricultural practices.
🚜 Join traditional farming practices: Help in cultivating the land and experience firsthand the work that sustains our community.
🐔 Help care for our animals: Experience life on the farm by feeding and looking after the chickens, as well as other animals.
🌿 Immerse yourself in local culture: Learn from the community as you witness and participate in traditional Karen practices.
This is more than just a volunteer opportunity—it's an invitation to immerse yourself in a culture deeply connected to nature, faith, and community. If you're ready to create meaningful impact while experiencing an extraordinary adventure, join us at Mae Na Chang! 🙌💚

Rules

Do not damage things in the school and in the village.
Illegal items are not allowed into the village.
Respect the culture in the village.