Min: N/A
Max: 12 weeks
Groups book a customised programme, so we are flexible about dates and length of stay. We would recommend a minimum of 4 nights, but we can work around the group's dates. Groups should try to ensure dates are confirmed at least 1 month in advance.
Dress code depends on selected project, and its location. Full details will be given when the project has been chosen, but appearance should always be respectful of the culture as well as appropriate to the work.
Fees are divided between project costs and individual costs. The project cost is set once we have discussed the details with the group leader, but the individual volunteer's cost depends on the number of days a project will last, the proposed itinerary, and how many members are in the team.
The fee covers the associated costs of surveying the villages, preparations for the group's arrival, and purchase of materials in advance - all this is necessary so that we ensure the village with the highest priority is chosen, and the group arrives with everything in place to begin the work on schedule.
The individual volunteers fee - which cover transportation costs, food, accommodation, staff, and other overheads such as electricity - is required no later than 2 weeks prior to start date. Projects cannot begin until this fee has been paid in full.
A quote will be sent when we have group details. Extra fees may apply, depending on the agreed schedule.
Please note: Projects and volunteer fees are subject to change if circumstances alter after the initial agreement. Rates are dependent on team numbers, and duration of project.
It is sensible to plan well in advance, when deciding to volunteer as a group. In our experience, at least 4-6 months is needed: this gives the group organisers enough time to find members, create fundraising opportunities, disseminate the project aims to friends and potential donors, and adjust if some members drop out or fundraising is behind schedule.
Once a group confirms its intent to book the programme and we have the basic details, we can deliver a draft itinerary, together with a budget breakdown.
All project costs are based on the job being completed. We try to match projects to appropriate sized teams, with enough time to complete the job. But, groups do not always have the time to do this - it could be time constraints, or the work rate is slower than expected, or a smaller than anticipated group arrives. In these circumstances, there are a variety of options.
These arrangements may be agreed prior to arrival, but often it is circumstances occurring during the project which cause these issues. Please note that there are no refunds for project costs, as the project will be completed whether the funding group is still onsite or has already left.
