Description:
Jamaica Volunteer Vacation Packages offers travellers the opportunity to volunteer and make a difference while having the option to learn about the culture and attractions of Jamaica.
If you are you looking for a different kind of travel and need a life changing experience, Jamaica is the place for you.
Because of its white sandy beaches, sunny weather and spicy foods, many travellers think of the island as a place for only fun. But there is another side to this exotic island. Learn about the Jamaica behind the brochure.
Highlights:
Have the chance to volunteer while combining this with tours to know the culture and attractions of Jamaica.
Volunteering at a school will allow the volunteer to see cultural performances by the children.
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
Volunteers do not need any special qualifications. We will work with their skills and talents. Whatever skill the volunteer has we will work with this and fit them in an appropriate position.
Minimum Education: High School
Travel Types:
Native Culture Studies,
Tours
and Volunteering
Type of Programs:
Adventure Travel
and Community Service / Volunteerism
Language:
English
Cost in US$: USD 550-999
Cost Includes:
Excursions,
Food,
Housing,
In-country staff support
and Travel while in host country
* Airport transfers
* Accommodation
* Breakfast & dinner
* Transfers to volunteer projects
* Sight-seeing tours
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
AIDS,
building maintenance,
childcare/children,
clerical and office work,
community health,
conflict resolution,
eco-tourism,
Music,
secondary education,
seniors,
social services, social work,
sports
and volunteering
Typical Volunteer: Volunteer are required for teaching, working in children's homes and other volunteer organizations. Volunteers will teach reading, work with sports programs, do art & crafts, and any request made from organizations.
Age Range: 14 years to adults
This Program is open to
American,
Asian,
Australian,
European,
Kiwi,
South African
and Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements:
Home-stays
and Other
Participants Travel to Jamaica
in Groups
Typically Participants Work
in Groups of 15 maximum
Application Process Involves:
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Typically The Application Process Time Is 1-2 days
Post Services Include:
Alumni Network
Year Founded: 1999
Jamaica Volunteer Vacations is a christian based organization. We do not require our participants to be of the same faith. Our volunteers will not be involved in religious proselytizing.