GROUP VOLUNTEERING PROGRAMS

Explore a new culture and make lasting memories while volunteering in a group with a personalized itinerary and an expert supervisor!
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ENVIRONMENT

Environmental projects for groups!

Environmental projects designed specifically for groups have the particularity of being led and supervised by qualified professionals on site: environmentalists, scientific doctors, and certified nature guides will adapt all activities to each group. Generally, groups are divided into projects: tree planting, awareness raising in schools, beach clean-ups...and each group will be actively involved in a specific assignment in cooperation with the local communities.
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ANIMALS

Animal projects for groups!

Wildlife group projects are often part of an overall nature conservation programme. For example, group work in shelters focuses on small team projects such as building and maintaining enclosures, participating in awareness-raising workshops, and restoring natural habitats. Animal care may be carried out under the supervision of animal caretakers, but it is part of a more general project on the protection of species and biodiversity in a defined area
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COMMUNITIES

Humanitarian projects for groups!

Community projects within the context of group humanitarian trips are adapted to promote interaction with local communities from day one: organising football, rugby, volleyball matches, etc. combined with renovation work and also, when the project enables it, activities with vulnerable or deprived people. For example, pensioners or young refugees for whom social interaction and activities are essential. The groups are catalysts for motivation and allow for interaction and an intuitive and effective approach.
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OUR PROJECTS FOR GROUPS

Botswana Wild Project

Escape into the untamed beauty of Botswana’s Central Tuli Block and embark on a wildlife volunteer program that combines adventure with conservation impact. Nestled in a sanctuary for iconic African species, from elephants to leopards, this experience promises a true wilderness immersion.
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From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks

Construction and renovation project in Palawan

In Palawan, there is a high demand for construction and renovation work. Many people on the island do not have the resources to renovate their homes or modernise public spaces.
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From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks

Education project in Palawan schools

This humanitarian project in Asia is a truly immersive experience in the Philippines culture while teaching English to local children in the village of Tigman.
philippines
From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks

Environmental project in Palawan

Come and help conserve Palawan’s mangrove plantations, a vital habitat for its marine life. This unique ecosystem acts as a coastal barrier, slowing storm surges and reducing beach erosion.
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From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks

Ecovolunteering in 3 African countries

Take part in this humanitarian project in 3 African countries and discover the most beautiful sites in Southern Africa over a period of 4 to 6 weeks.
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From 
4
 to 
8
 weeks

Education Project in Kenya

Become a humanitarian teacher’s apprentice by sharing your knowledge of English with schools in Kenyan villages.
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From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks
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Construction: building a fortified castle in France

The idea is to take part in a project to restore a fortified castle in Picardy, as part of a construction project in France.
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From 
2
 to 
8
 weeks
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Protecting wildlife in Kenya

Volunteers will learn from professionals in a nature reserve in Kenya, and work in total immersion with local communities in this sustainable tourism project.
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From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks

Cat shelters in Portugal

Experience sustainable tourism in Portugal by joining our cat shelter in Lisbon!
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From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks

Animal shelter in Argentina

Located in the heart of Argentina, the Cordoba region is home to an animal sanctuary that serves as a sustainable tourism destination.
argentina
From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks
Refuge animalier et travail à la ferme au Portugal

Refuge for wild animals in Portugal

Discover this humanitarian mission in agriculture and support an association in its activities to protect animals and the environment.
portugal
From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks

Educational project in schools in Zanzibar

Work for an NGO in humanitarian education through fun and educational activities.
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From 
2
 to 
12
 weeks

Group volunteer programs : FAQ

Undertaking group humanitarian travel is a venture that requires solid organisation in advance to ensure that the experience is unique and rewarding. Not all projects are suitable for groups, as several factors come into play for a successful group project: leadership, safety, expectations and skills, budget, culture, socio-cultural context and availability of the project on the requested dates.

Types of volunteer groups

Freepackers has been sending groups on humanitarian trips for over 10 years, with a personalised itinerary for each group, a dedicated coordinator on site, specific logistics and reliable and competent partners.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of groups that have undertaken humanitarian trips with Freepackers since 2012:

  • The Scouts and Guides of France (SGDF) companions
  • Groups of young people selected by the Youth Services of French Town Councils in the context of programmes subsidised by the French State
  • School trips organised by high schools or international schools
  • Sports associations
  • Student associations

What is a group volunteer project?

A group volunteer project is a collaborative effort to support a specific cause. Freepackers offers a wide variety of group volunteer projects ranging from humanitarian-focused to environmental and wildlife-centred. In each project, a team of people work to address a need in a community. Group volunteer projects foster a sense of community, teamwork, and help to develop social responsibility among participants.

Best locations for group projects

The group projects we recommend are in Sri Lanka, Thailand, India, Cambodia, South Africa, Tanzania, Guatemala, Ecuador or Argentina. These are the projects where we have the largest capacity, the most staff, and most of the activities are suitable for large groups (from 20 participants). Depending on the group’s budget, we can also offer community projects in France, Portugal or Spain.

What our humanitarian group projects include

Each group project includes airport pick-up, return transfers to the nearest airport, an induction session upon arrival, cultural activities (e.g. cooking, dancing or sports activities depending on availability), 24-hour supervision of the group by a dedicated local coordinator, local transport, volunteer workcamps and all on-site activities, full-board accommodation and third-party insurance.

Other activities (excursions, trekking, etc.) can be organised according to the group’s budget. The local teams prepare a personalised programme according to each group’ s needs and requirements

Requirements for participating in a humanitarian group trip

  • Minimum age: 14 years
  • Language level required: depends on the project
  • Criminal record certificate
  • Parental consent form for underaged participants
  • Travel and repatriation insurance
  • Signature of the code of conduct and the Freepackers Charter
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