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Volunteer & Experience Real Rajasthan

  • Minimum stay 4 weeks: Extra week/weeks available if you want to extend the duration of the Volunteer program.
  • Availability: All year-round – Program starts every Sunday from Delhi at the time of your arrival in India.
  • Requirements: Age 17+, Open mind with flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment.
  • Program Type: Combine Volunteer & Travel Program & includes pick up & drop off from Delhi International airport.
  • Accommodation: Volunteer house with other volunteers.
  • Volunteering Certificate: Offered after Program completion & references (on request).
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Volunteer & Experience Real Rajasthan

If you’re thinking of volunteering in a project there are literally hundreds of choices out there so it can be tricky to pick the right one! No matter what you do, volunteering will prove a fulfilling experience but it’s always best to choose something you’re passionate about. So, all you need to do decide what inspires you? Be a part of the real Rajasthan India experience for a short duration. (Minimum stay 4 weeks, volunteers can extend the program duration if they prefer). The program is perfect fit for everyone who is looking for combine volunteer and travel program in India.

Program gives you the opportunity to work with community children, street children or with women empowerment program in Dharamsala town in India. (Volunteers can choose volunteer programs according to their personal preference). Volunteers can teach basic English & computer skills (Typing, Microsoft Word, excel, writing skills, CV writing, job application, interviewing skills, Internet, grammar, vocabulary, email writing and etc.) Organize fun games for them that involve drawing, singing, dancing, and other creative educational activities.

Program includes sightseeing of below places in India with entry tickets & volunteering at stunning location of Himalayas, at Dharamsala, 5 days (Monday to Friday) per week not surprisingly, his holiness the Dalai Lama holds residency in Dharamsala town. (Please check below Itinerary what to expect to see and do during these 4 weeks.)

  • Pick-up & drop-off from Delhi international airport and sightseeing of Delhi city tour including, India Gate, Jama Masjid, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Parliament house, Mahatma Gandhi Museum and much more which must see tourist places of Capital City India.
  • Sightseeing of Agra, visit the world-famous Taj Mahal built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan. The Taj Mahal is considered to be one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture. One of the Seven Wonders of the World and famously known as the Monument of love.
  • Sightseeing of Jaipur which includes visit to historic Amber Fort. Visit various palaces and monuments on the fort, Hawa Mahal (Palace of winds – photo shoot only), Jal Mahal (Palace of water) and colorful market tour of Pink city.
  • Explore Jodhpur Known as the Blue City, visit one of the most preserved and largest forts of India, Mehrangarh Fort and take pictures of the vibrant blue city from the top. Later visit Mandore Gardens, Clock Tower market in Jodhpur.
  • Visit the World’s largest desert living fort – Jaisalmer Fort and listen to the folktales by the locals residing in the fort. Enjoy camel safari (optional), Jaisalmer Havalis and Gadisar lake in Jaisalmer.
  • Two days weekend trekking in Himalayas and visit the Mini -Tibet of India, McLeod Ganj.

Please check below Itinerary what to expect?

Day 1 (Sunday – Arrival in India)

Here is a sample itinerary of what you might expect to see and do during these 4 weeks.

Pick up from Delhi International Airport at the time of your arrival in India by an iSpiice staff member displaying an iSpiice placard & transfer to a hotel in Delhi.

Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi after your long flight to India. (Hotel accommodation is included in price). Please note that you may be sharing your hotel room with a fellow volunteer of same gender (2 volunteer in one room). There is an additional fee for a private room which can be booked prior arrival to India. We usually request our volunteers to book a arrival flight to India on Sunday any time of the day.

(Pick up timings are available whole Sunday AM TO PM).

Day 2 (Monday – Delhi to Agra) 4 hours by AC Train/cab

(Meals – NA)

After Breakfast, your coordinator will discuss your program itinerary with volunteers for the days to come.

Check out the hotel and explore the charisma of the century – old forts and monuments. Visit the UNESCO’S World Heritage sites – India Gate, Jama Masjid, Laxmi Narayan Temple, Parliament house, Mahatma Gandhi Museum & much more which must see tourist places of Capital City India. Later we will transfer you to Agra by AC train/AC Cab. Upon arrival at Agra, check in at the hotel arranged for you. Overnight stay at Agra.

For your snacks/refreshments during the train journey, we suggest buying packed snacks before you board the train or to buy food onboard. Your Program Coordinator will brief you about the same.

Day3 (Tuesday – Agra) 5 hours by AC Train

After breakfast visit the world-famous Taj Mahal & Red fort built by the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan. The Taj Mahal is considered to be one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture. One of the Seven Wonders of the World and famously known as the Monument of love. Overnight stay at Agra.

(Meals-NA)

Day 4 (Wednesday – Agra to Jaipur) 5 hours by AC Train

After breakfast we will transfer you to Jaipur. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in at the Hotel and relax for the day. Overnight stay at Jaipur.

(Meals – NA)
Day 5 (Thursday - Jaipur)

After breakfast visit the pink city, known as Jaipur in Rajasthan and admire the beauty of Amber Fort, Wind palace, water palace and colorful markets of Jaipur. Later check in at the hotel.

Overnight stay at Jaipur.

(Meals – NA)
Day 6 (Friday - Jaipur to Jodhpur) 6 hours by AC Sleeper Train

After Breakfast we will transfer you to Jodhpur by AC sleeper Train. Upon arrival at Jodhpur, check in to the hotel arranged for you. Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

(Meals – NA)
Day 6 (Saturday - Jodhpur)

After breakfast, Explore Jodhpur Known as the blue City, visit one of the most preserved and largest fort of India, Mehrangarh Fort and take pictures of the vibrant blue city from the top.

Later visit Mandore Gardens, Clock Tower market in Jodhpur. Overnight stay at Jodhpur.

(Meals – NA)
Day 7 (Sunday - Jodhpur to Jaisalmer) 6 hours by AC Train

After breakfast we’ll transfer you to Jaisalmer check in to hotel for overnight stay.

(Meals – NA)
Day 8 (Monday - Jaisalmer)

After breakfast visit the World’s largest desert living Fort – Jaisalmer Fort and listen to the folktales by the locals residing in the fort.

 

Enjoy Jaisalmer Havalis and Gadisar lake in Jaisalmer. Overnight stay at Jaisalmer.

(Meals – NA)
Day 9 (Tuesday - Jaisalmer - Delhi) by AC Sleeper Train 15 hours

Reaching Delhi on Wednesday afternoon check in to hotel and relax for the further journey to Dharamsala next day.

Day 10 (Wednesday) Delhi to Dharamsala by AC Sleeper Train
(Meals – NA)
Day 11 to Day 13 (Thursday to Friday) Volunteering in Dharamsala

(Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 14 & Day 15 (Saturday - Sunday) Trekking in Himalayas (2 days, 1 night)
  • Spend a two-day mountain trek (Triund) in Himalayas with iSpiice trekking guides. Depart Saturday morning in a vehicle arranged by iSpiice and travel to McLeod Ganj where the trek begins.
  • Trek comfortably for 5-6 hours, stopping for food and plenty of photos whilst passing donkeys and local shepherds along the way.

  • Once at the top enjoy the stunning mountain scenery, relax, watch the sunset, eat dinner and warm up by the fire before retiring to the guesthouse or tent.
  • Wake up and watch the sunrise early on Sunday morning.
  • Eat breakfast, pack up your belongings and begin the descent.
  • Arrive in McLeod Ganj for lunch at local restaurants and explore the area. (Not included in the cost).
  • Travel back to iSpiice Volunteer House. (Sunday Evening for Dinner) with iSpiice team member. Private vehicle will be provided by iSpiice.
(Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 16 to Day 20 (Monday to Friday) Volunteering in Dharamsala

(Meals – Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner)
Day 21 to Day 22 (Saturday - Sunday) Free Weekend

(Meals – Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner)
Day 23 to Day 27 (Monday - Friday) Volunteering in Dharamsala

 

(Meals – Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner)
Day 28 (Saturday) - Delhi

Transfer to Delhi airport with an iSpiice staff member to catch your departure flight reaching Delhi same day.

We usually request our volunteers to book an arrival flight on Sunday to Delhi international airport any time of the day and book a departure flight any time on final Saturday after 08:00 pm.

Please share your arrival and departure information with us: info@volunteerindiaispiice.com

(Meals – NA)

Volunteer Requirements

  • Volunteers must be 17 years or older.
  • You must have an open mind for working in a new and different environment.
  • We don’t require you to have any specific qualifications or experience.
  • All you need is the desire to help, a willingness to learn, and the motivation to succeed. We believe that volunteering opportunities should be open to everyone.
  • You need to speak English of basic level.

Volunteer Role & Responsibilities

  • Teach the basics of English to the children, and create a playful environment by encouraging children to learn arts and crafts, singing, dancing, grammar etc.
  • As a Teaching English volunteer, you will teach students aged between 10 and 15 years old helping with pronunciation and word use.
  • Teach low income and vulnerable women to overcome difficult situations by giving them tools through education to improve their quality of life.
  • Spend some quality time and contribute for the overall development and welfare of unfortunate children.
  • Make a vital contribution to the education system in India and make a real difference in the lives of local people.
  • Improve the teaching standards by introducing fresh and exciting ideas.
  • Volunteers can assist in providing love, care, basic literacy, recreation and most importantly spend time and shower affection on them.

Typical Schedule of the Day while Volunteering

  • 08:00 AM – Breakfast at volunteer house.
  • 09:30 AM – Prepare for volunteer class.
  • 10:00 AM – Travel to work areas.
  • 10:30 AM – Volunteer work.
  • 12:30 PM – Return to volunteer house.
  • 01:00 PM – Lunch.
  • 02:00 PM – Travel to afternoon work area.
  • 04:30 PM – Work at the placement usually ends. Volunteers are free to travel back to volunteer house or do some shopping.
  • 07:00 PM – Dinner.

Volunteer House & Travel Pictures

→ Volunteer House is large, clean, comfortable and communal. We have western comforts (electricity, hot running showers, wi-fi, fans, filtered water for drinking and western toilets). You can expect to share a room with one to three other volunteers of the same gender. There is an additional fee of $100 per week for a private room which can be only booked prior arrival to volunteer house. Volunteers enjoy the shared environment of the Volunteer House – large bedrooms (separate male and female), bathrooms, large living areas for enjoying meals, relaxing and preparing lessons.

→ Three delicious, hygienic and healthy meals are provided each day at the iSpiice Volunteer House. Generally main meals will consist of traditional Indian food like vegetables, rice, Dal (lentils), roti (Indian bread), salad, Paratha, Jam, Butter, eggs, Porridge, Bread, Tea (chai) and filtered water is provided in the volunteer house.

→ There are small shops nearby to buy soft drinks, snack food, washing powder and basic toiletries. iSpiice cater to vegetarian and vegan diets. Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies to particular foods.

What’s Included?

  • Pick up at the time of your arrival in India from Delhi International airport & transfer to a pre-booked hotel which we have already booked for you. (Hotel accommodation included) Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.
  • Delhi International Airport drop off at the end of program by an iSpiice project coordinator.
  • Visit the capital of India, Delhi city tour – Explore the charisma of the century-old forts and monuments. Visit the UNESCO’S World Heritage site – India Gate, Jama Masjid, Laxmi Narayan Temple & much more including entry tickets.
  • Visit the iconic Taj Mahal—India’s most stunning homage to love including entry tickets. Agra is most known for containing one of the seven wonders of the modern world – the Taj Mahal. This finest example of Mughal architecture attracts thousands of tourists and visitors, who admire its magnificence and beauty including entry tickets.
  • Explore Jodhpur Known as the Blue City, visit one of the most preserved and largest fort of India, Mehrangarh Fort and take pictures of the vibrant blue city from the top. Later visit Mandore Gardens, Clock Tower market in Jodhpur including entry tickets.
  • Visit the World’s largest desert living fort – Jaisalmer Fort and listen to the folktales by the locals residing in the fort. Enjoy Jaisalmer Havalis and Gadisar lake in Jaisalmer including entry tickets.
  • Visit Jaipur (Rajasthan) known as the pink city of India and admire the beauty of Amber Fort, Visit the charming Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds – Photo stop only) Jal Mahal (Palace of water). Including entry tickets.
  • 2 days weekend trekking in Himalayas and visit the Mini -Tibet of India, McLeod Ganj.
  • Accommodation in Volunteer House with 3 meals daily, electricity, hot running showers, wi-fi, fans, filtered water for drinking, western toilets & much more.
  • All accommodation during the placement including hotels while sightseeing.
  • Volunteering at stunning location of Himalayas at Dharamsala, 5 days (Monday to Friday) per week. Not surprisingly, His Holiness the Dalai Lama holds residency in the area. Volunteers can explore the different monasteries and Buddhist temples.
  • Material required for teaching, pens, pencils, colors, notebooks, workbooks & other teaching material.
  • All monuments entry tickets during sight-seeing & experience of traveling by air-conditioned train in India.
  • All transportation during the trip with an experienced English-speaking iSpiice guide throughout tour.
  • Arrival and departure transfers.

Program Cost

We make every effort to keep costs low and at the same time offer you professional and comprehensive services for your volunteer abroad experience. Please compare our prices and services with other organizations and you will be surprised.

We welcome volunteers from all over the world. To convert the program fee in your currency please visit www.xe.com

Duration (Min – Stay 4 Weeks) Program Cost in US$
4 Weeks US$ – 2500
5 Weeks US$ – 2650
6 Weeks US$ – 2800
Every Extra week US$ – 150

IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE: An application fee of $255 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment to confirm your spot. (A 5% international banking fee is charged at the time of payment) Volunteers in India generally find US$50 - US$60 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses.

What’s Not Included?

  • Any personal expenses.
  • Flights.
  • Insurance.

Start Dates – 2024

Program starts on every Sunday of the year and pick up timings are available whole Sunday from Delhi International airport at the time of your arrival in India. We usually request our volunteers to book an arrival flight on Sunday to Delhi international airport any time of the day and book a departure flight any time on final Saturday after 08:00 pm.

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  • January07, 14, 21, 28
  • February04, 11, 18, 25
  • March03, 10, 17, 24, 31
  • April07, 14, 21, 28
  • May05, 12, 19, 26
  • June02, 09, 16, 23, 30
  • July07, 14, 21, 28
  • August04, 11, 18, 25
  • September01, 08, 15, 22, 29
  • October06, 13, 20, 27
  • November03, 10, 17, 24
  • December01, 08, 15, 22, 29

Volunteer Program Location

Currently, program available in Dharamsala location and iSpiice volunteer house is based one hour drive from Dharamsala. Dharamsala offers magnificent views of the snow-covered Himalayan peaks, pine forests and tea gardens. Full of life yet also peaceful, Dharamsala offers the perfect destination for volunteer work in India. Not surprisingly, His Holiness the Dalai Lama holds residency in the area. The region, despite its natural beauty, is cut off from mainstream development and is in need of developmental assistance in both materials and human form. The communities we assist are set in the green valleys at the foothills of the Himalayas and many of the children are from farming communities in the area.

Arriving in Dharamsala is like stepping into another world with its remarkable natural beauty, breathtaking scenery and friendly, beautiful people. Many wonderful and rewarding experiences and exciting adventures await and during your volunteering placement with us, we will ensure your involvement is both memorable and enjoyable.

 

Volunteer Reviews

“I spent such an amazing time within the local community. The Indian families are wonderful; the kindest and most welcoming people I have ever met. In the morning, I took care of small children and shared good moments playing with them, bringing some activities: coloring, blocks and painting on the wall, in order to awaken their learning desires and imaginations. In the afternoon I taught computer lessons to wives and mothers from the community, which included lessons in Microsoft Word and Power Point. It was amazing how quickly they learned! Wonderful friendships are built with them so easily and you soon find yourself sharing endless close discussions and moments. I would like to thank Kanta (iSpiice guide) most especially for everything she has shared with me during my entire journey. My last words are for Varun such amazing people. Thanks to them I felt completely at home in iSpiice Camp.”

Solene Mo Sun Olounis,, from France
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