Jaipur Volunteering Program

Why a Volunteer Program?

Volunteering is a beautiful way to travel with numerous benefits that are being enjoyed by tens of thousands of people from all over the world each year.

f you are looking to have fun, make a difference and do it safely then you can look forward to making a volunteering trip for the following reasons:
  • Experience the real culture of your destination – unmatchable by any other type of travel.
  • Make a difference to a community or environmental project.
  • Travel safely in a well-organised packaged program
  • Pay fair prices for trips that offer a lot of great experiences.
  • Visit famous highlights and nature reserves or have soft adventures.
  • Be a proud, 21st -century global citizen, travelling responsibly.

Why India ?

Reasons India Should Be Your Next Trip

Vibrant, exuberant, boisterous, chaotic, maddening…it’s hard to say what you will think of India. Each experi- ence ends up being completely unique because of how much India has to offer. At the very least, everyone that visits India will be able to say they have been on an adventure. These are the top 6 reasons India is a place you should visit in your lifetime.

The further off the beaten path you travel, the friendlier the locals seem to become in India. You might be invited to partake in children’s games on the street, or welcomed for a meal at a local’s house. In any case, you are likely to experience the warmth of the people soon after you reach India.

The diversity in India is astonishing and, food is pretty high up on the priority list. As a traveller, this means endless local dishes to sample. As you head North, you encounter delicious creamy curries that warm up your stomach. A few must-try recipes are mutton Rogan josh, Parathas, and tandoori chicken. Southern Indian food makes use of coconut, seafood, and rice. Be careful, the food tends to be spicier in the South than the North. If you are vegetarian, India will be a haven for you as much of the population is Hindu and offers vegetarian options.

If you are interested in religion and spirituality, India is a mecca for all the major world religions. Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism originated in India, and you will experience daily practices regularly. You may find opportunities to take part in a meditation retreat, during which you will live a life like the Buddha. Or you can learn about both the body and mind through yoga.

The folk art of India is still thriving in the local communities and is slowly making a return to the big cities. Artists often use whatever they have on hand for their creations and most pieces have a story behind them. There is something new to learn in each re-gion, as they all have their own styles and they can offer insight into Indian culture.

The Ganges River runs from the Himalayas all the way to the Bay of Bengal, a distance of 2,525 kilometres. Hindu's rely on the river for fishing, agriculture and industry, but it has a meaning beyond practical use. It is considered to be the transporter of prayers of a believer to heaven and, if you swim in the river, it is said to purify the soul. Varanasi is the oldest city in India, and this is where Hindu's travel to participate in ceremonies, or cremate bodies along the Gan- ges riverbed. It is believed that if the ashes are washed away in the river, the soul is guaranteed to be transported to heaven, es- caping the cycle of rebirth.

One of the most famous monuments in the world, this building is a symbol of India. It was commissioned in 1632 and mostly com- pleted by 1643, although new construction took place for another ten years. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife. It is widely believed to be one of the most remarkable architectural wonders ever created. You won't regret visiting this building. India is a land of wonder. No matter what you choose to explore there, you will find you’ve learned something about the world and about yourself when you leave.

Volunteering experience features

It is very possible that you are volunteering for the first time or at least volunteering in a new country on your trip. This means that you will do better if we supported you fully during your volunteering activities.
  • We provide complete details of the project where you would be contributing. You will know why the project exists, it's needs and the role you play as a volunteer to help in that project.
  • A tailor-made volunteering activity plan for you to get started as quickly as possible and know who you are teaching.
  • We support you every day in planning activities at your project, the next day.

Care and support features

We will speak with you daily, assist in case you need medical care or help you change plans if something unexpected comes up.

Travel and cultural Experience features

We believe that a good volunteering program should be fun and leave you with memorable experiences. This means that your volunteer program can include trips, adventures, workshops and cultural experiences that are delightful or hard to find.
  • Optional weekend excursions to top highlights of the country or region ensure that you are getting the best of what tourism in the area offers.
  • One of the most fun elements of a country's culture is learning the basics of its language, cooking food local style, seeing how local people live and other aspects. For this reason, we include workshops in your volunteer program such as
  • Visiting local families and having a meal with them.
  • Learning the local dance or arts.
  • Trying your hands at local cuisine.
  • Learning the local language for fun and for practically using during your travels or volunteering.

Jaipur, India Volunteer Program

Duration : 30 Days (4 Weeks)

Country : india

  • Day 1, Monday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Arrival at Jaipur International airport and transfer to accommodation settle down

  • Day 2, Tuesday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Welcome meeting and orientation start. • Orientation includes talks & presentations on: • India & its culture • Social development and the role of volunteers • How to do volunteer work • Project activities • Cultural responsibility • Personal safety & Code of Conducts • Introduction to the allotted project. Afternoon Hindi Language lesson and local market visit

  • Day 3 , Wednesday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Volunteering project work starts with the daily schedule of volunteering, cultural activities and free time. Afternoon Hindi language lesson

  • Day 4, Thuresday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Volunteering project continues. Afternoon Hindi language class.

  • Day 5, Friday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

    Volunteering project in the morning. Afternoon Hindi language class and free time.

    • Day 6, Saturday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      One night, two-day excursion to Agra for visiting the famous Taj Mahal and Red Fort (Travel Program)

    • Day 7, Sunday

      Free Weekend.(Volunteer only Program)

      Return from the Taj Mahal trip.(Travel Program)

    • Day 8, Monday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Volunteering project continues. Afternoon cooking Demonstration and free time

    • Day 9 , Tuesday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Volunteering in the morning. Visit a local family in the evening forlearning about day to day life in India and have a meal with them.

    • Day 10, Wednesday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Volunteering in the morning. Afternoon Bollywood dance workshop to learn some moves of this popular Indian dancing style

    • Day 11, Thursday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Volunteering during the day and a yoga workshop to try your hands at this ancient practice for personal wellbeing.

    • Day 12, Friday , (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue volunteering in the morning and afternoon workshop with henna painting anddressing like locals for a cool photo op

    • Day 13, Saturday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Start a weekend excursion to Pushkar, a holy city for Hindus. Here get on top of a camel for safari and camping into the desert. Sleep overnight at the desert camp. (Travel Program)

    • Day 14, Sunday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Visit Pushkar during the day and return to Jaipur in the evening.(Travel Program)

    • Day 15, Monday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue the volunteering project. (a departure for 2-week program participants).

    • Day 16 - Day19, Tuesday to Friday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue volunteering project.

    • Day 20, Saturday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Start a trip to Udaipur, the "City of Lakes", Sightseeing upon arrival. Overnight in Udaipur.(Travel Program)

    • Day 21, Sunday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Return from Udaipur Excursion and overnight. (Travel Program)

    • Day 22, Monday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue volunteering project. ( Departure for 3-week program participants)

    • Day 23 and Day 26, Tuesday to Friday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Continue Volunteering project

    • Day 27, Saturday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      See the majestic Indian tiger on a Tiger Safari at Ranthambore National Park (Note: From April to September, the Ranthambore National Park is closed and alternatively, an excursion to the "Blue City" Jodhpur will be organised.) (Travel Program)

    • Day 28, Sunday

      Free Weekend. (Volunteer only Program)

      Return from excursion and overnight.(Travel Program)

    • Day 29 , Monday, (Volunteer and Travel Program)

      Departure transfer to Jaipur Airport for the journey back home.

*Participants can choose to travel on weekends by purchasing excursions additionally.

Typical Daily Schedule

Monday – Saturday
While the schedule of the day depends on the project, overall, it looks a bit like the following:

  • Activities Time
  • Breakfast at accommodation 7:00 - 8:00
  • Project volunteering work 8:00 - 13:00
  • Lunch 13:30 - 14:30
  • Cultural workshops- as per program schedule 15:00 - 16:00
  • Preparation meeting/lesson planning for the next day 16:00 - 17:00
  • Tea/coffee at the accommodation 17:00 - 17:30
  • Dinner at accommodation 19:00 - 20:00

Lunch may be offered a packed lunch or lunch at the project depending on different factors such as distance from accommodation and others. *The scheduled time table mentioned above may change due to the need of the project or any other circumstances.

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Available Volunteering projects in india

Teaching Project

Supporting orphaned children

Child Care

Animal Care and Rescue project

(Important note: This project has a different fee.)

Women Empowerment

Beautification and Renovation work.

(Important note: This project has a different fee.)

Program Dates

Here are the start dates of the program this year. Please note:
  • Start date of the program is the day when you arrive at the designated airport.
  • The programs include one extra day on top of the weekly duration. For example, the 2-week program is 14 nights, and 15 days, week program is 28 nights and 29 days and so on.

Start Date

09-Jan-23

End Date

23-Jan-23(2W)

30-Jan-23(3W)

06-Feb-23(4W)

Start Date

23-Jan-23

End Date

06-Feb-23(2W)

13-Feb-23(3W)

20-Feb-23(4W)

Start Date

06-Feb-23

End Date

20-Feb-23(2W)

27-Feb-23(3W)

06-Mar-23(4W)

Start Date

20-Feb-23

End Date

06-Mar-23(2W)

13-Mar-23(3W)

20-Mar-23(4W)

Start Date

06-Mar-23

End Date

20-Mar-23(2W)

27-Mar-23(3W)

03-Apr-23(4W)

Start Date

20-Mar-23

End Date

03-Apr-23(2W)

10-Apr-23(3W)

17-Apr-23(4W)

Start Date

03-Apr-23

End Date

17-Apr-23(2W)

24-Apr-23(3W)

01-May-23(4W)

Start Date

17-Apr-23

End Date

01-May-23(2W)

08-May-23(3W)

15-May-23(4W)

Start Date

01-May-23

End Date

15-May-23(2W)

22-May-23(3W)

29-May-23(4W)

Start Date

29-May-23

End Date

12-Jun-23(2W)

19-Jun-23(3W)

26-Jun-23(4W)

Start Date

12-Jun-23

End Date

26-Jun-23(2W)

03-Jul-23(3W)

10-Jul-23(4W)

Start Date

26-Jun-23

End Date

10-Jul-23(2W)

17-Jul-23(3W)

24-Jul-23(4W)

Start Date

10-Jul-23

End Date

24-Jul-23(2W)

31-Jul-23(3W)

07-Aug-23(4W)

Start Date

24-Jul-23

End Date

07-Aug-23(2W)

14-Aug-23(3W)

21-Aug-23(4W)

Start Date

07-Aug-23

End Date

21-Aug-23(2W)

28-Aug-23(3W)

04-Sep-23(4W)

Start Date

21-Aug-23

End Date

04-Sep-23(2W)

11-Sep-23(3W)

18-Sep-23(4W)

Start Date

04-Sep-23

End Date

18-Sep-23(2W)

25-Sep-23(3W)

02-Oct-23(4W)

Start Date

18-Sep-23

End Date

02-Oct-23(2W)

09-Oct-23(3W)

16-Oct-23(4W)

Start Date

02-Oct-23

End Date

16-Oct-23(2W)

23-Oct-23(3W)

30-Oct-23(4W)

Start Date

30-Oct-23

End Date

13-Nov-23(2W)

20-Nov-23(3W)

27-Nov-23(4W)

Start Date

13-Nov-23

End Date

27-Nov-23(2W)

04-Dec-23(3W)

11-Dec-23(4W)

Start Date

27-Nov-23

End Date

11-Dec-23(2W)

18-Dec-23(3W)

25-Dec-23(4W)

Start Date

11-Dec-23

End Date

25-Dec-23(2W)

01-Jan-24(3W)

08-Jan-24(4W)

Start Date

25-Dec-23

End Date

08-Jan-24(2W)

15-Jan-24(3W)

22-Jan-24(4W)

Weekend Excursions

These trips are packed full of beautiful sights, joyous fun and exhilarating adventure.

Arrival and Departure Procedure

Arriving into and departing from an unfamiliar country can cause stress. Especially if you are visiting the country for the first time. Read these instructions carefully and have them be known to your travel agent because at any scheduled start date we are picking up people arriving from all parts of the world to join the program.
Once we have you on the program, you can just relax because we will pick you up, no matter what time of the day it is. You will also have multiple phone numbers to reach out to, in case your flight is delayed, or you miss the connection altogether. Once you provide us with your flight details, we have you covered.

Arrival Procedure

Please arrive by flights that have their scheduled arrival time from 10 AM on the start date of the pro- gram until 6 AM on the following day ( Day 2) of the program. If the flight is delayed inside a reasonable time, then we will wait for you – else call us, and we will come to pick you up.
Arrival pickups or flights with their scheduled arrival time outside of these hours will be charged extra.
Check in at accommodation is available from 12 noon on Day 1 of the program, even though, we attempt to have you checked in at the accommodation, as early as possible.
Please exit from departure gate and wait outside of exit gate at Cape Town International airport.
Please be advised that you will see a board with the Idex logo instead of your personal name when searching for our airport pickup representative.
Departure transfers outside these times or schedules are available on extra charges.
During departure, check out time from the accommodation is 12 noon on the last day of the program (for ex, Day 15 on a 2-week program).

Departure procedure

Airport transfer on departure is available from 8 PM on the 2nd last day of the program (for ex, Day 14, Day 21, Day 28 in case of 2 weeks, 3 weeks or 4 week programs respectively) until 10 AM on the last day of the program (for ex, Day 15, Day 22, Day 29 in case of 2 week, 3 week or 4 week programs respec- tively).
Departure transfer will be available at gaps of 2 hours, and you will be asked to take the most conven- ient transfer based on your flight's departure time.
Departure transfers outside these times or schedules are available on extra charges.
During departure, check out time from the accommodation is 12 noon on the last day of the program (for ex, Day 15 on a 2-week program).

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