This humanitarian project in Asia takes place in the province of Palawan, located in the MIMAROPA region, the country’s largest province. Palawan is renowned as one of the country’s top tourist destinations, often ranked as one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Its white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, spectacular marine life, historic sites and rich cultural diversity offer unforgettable landscapes and experiences.
However, despite its beauty, there are areas of Palawan that require particular attention, particularly in terms of communal infrastructure such as schools, health centres and housing. Construction plays a crucial role in creating safe spaces that connect communities, create jobs and improve living standards.
In this project, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the local people of Palawan, offering an authentic insight into their way of life and culture. You will work alongside participants from all over the world to help build in the village of Tigman, in Aborlan, in the heart of Palawan province.
Your work will depend on local requirements, but your main tasks will be to :
This program is available all year round.
Arrivals every Sunday and departures on Saturday.
Duration during the week | Budget total mission |
|---|---|
2 weeks | 940 € |
3 weeks | 1235 € |
4 weeks | 1580 € |
5 weeks | 1925 € |
6 weeks | 2270 € |
8 weeks | 2860 € |
10 weeks | 3450 € |
12 weeks | 4140 € |
Palawan is an archipelagic province of the Philippines, located in the country’s largest region of MIMAROPA. Its capital is Puerto Princesa. Renowned as one of the best destinations in the country, Palawan is regularly ranked among the best islands in the world. The island is dotted with fishing villages and fringed by a magnificent blue sea, while its landscapes are characterised by green mountains emerging from the jungle.
Palawan offers a multitude of attractions, including white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, spectacular marine life, shipwreck sites, breathtaking waterfalls, majestic cliffs, historic sites and delicious local cuisine, all reflecting the rich cultural diversity of the region.
The accommodation is located in the village of Tigman, in the district of Aborlan, a peaceful area on the outskirts of Puerto Princesa. Approximately 72 kilometres from Puerto Princesa, a two-hour drive, and twenty minutes from Aborlan town centre, our centre is ideally located close to the beach. You can relax and swim in your free time or after the programme activities, while admiring the magnificent sunrises and sunsets with the other participants.
You’ll be staying in the volunteers’ house, which is built from a wealth of natural materials to give it a tropical beach feel! You’ll sleep in bunk beds.
Three good meals are provided each day at 8am for breakfast, 12pm for lunch and 6pm for dinner, and at weekends only brunch and dinner.
The food will consist mainly of typical local and Western dishes. There will also be pasta, seafood, mostly chicken and pork, vegetables and fruit. For breakfast, we serve eggs, sausages, oatmeal, bread, pancakes, coffee and tea. Meals are also served according to your dietary requirements.
There are many means of local transport available, including jeepneys, buses and vans, which leave hourly for either Aborlan town or Narra. The journey to Aborlan town centre takes around twenty minutes, and thirty minutes to Narra.
In the town of Narra, you’ll find ATMs and Western Union transfer services. You will have access to all the necessary amenities, such as banks, pharmacies, grocery shops, local restaurants, bars, public markets, parks etc.
To take part in the construction programme in the Philippines :
– At least 18 years old.
– Intermediate level of English (able to understand instructions, able to communicate).
– Copy of passport.
– Criminal record.
