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Sri Lanka

Construction project in Sri Lanka

In Kandy, Sri Lanka, help restore ancient temples and renovate schools and community centers to preserve cultural heritage and bring these places back to life.

Where
Sri Lanka
Length
From 2 to 12 weeks
Minimum age
16 years old
Language
English basic
Departures
All year round, any date you like

from €890 for 2 weeks

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The project

In this programme located in the city of Kandy, you will contribute to the renovation and restoration of ancient temples, as well as assist in the renovation of educational institutions, schools, and community centers. The programme’s goal is to bring new life to these places.

Join this project to help preserve cultural heritage and make a lasting impact on the city’s monuments and educational infrastructure.

You may also have the opportunity to participate in the project in the city of Hikkaduwa, with similar missions as a volunteer.

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Your role

Your work as a volunteer will include:

  • Performing basic renovation activities
  • Helping with painting
  • Assisting in the restoration of artwork in various cultural or educational buildings

In addition to temple restoration, you will take part in other activities, such as:

  • Beautifying parks
  • Decorating schools (including painting classrooms with educational posters to inspire children)
  • Brainstorming and creating fun activities for playgrounds
  • And engaging in any other construction and renovation activities aimed at improving the city through diverse creative approaches.

No specific qualifications are required; motivation and creativity are the key elements for this project!

Accommodation and meals

You will stay in shared accommodation with other volunteers, in rooms accommodating 4 to 10 people. It is located a few kilometers from the center of Kandy. In the city center, you will find all the amenities you need.

The nearest supermarket is a 15-minute walk from the accommodation.

Meals

During the week, you will receive 3 meals per day. On weekends, you will have 2 meals per day.

The meals are a mix of Western and Sri Lankan cuisine, primarily vegetarian dishes, including rice and vegetables. You also have the option to dine at one of the local restaurants at your own expense.

The City of Kandy

This project is located in the peaceful yet vibrant city of Kandy, away from the noise and overcrowding of larger cities. As the former capital of the Sri Lankan kingdom, Kandy remains an important cultural center, featuring major temples that attract both locals and tourists with activities such as chanting, dancing and handicrafts. The city boasts a wide range of historical sites waiting to be explored!

Budget

How long are you going for?

2 weeks

This programme is available all year-round and starts weekly. Arrival on Saturday at the Colombo airport. All our international construction and renovation missions are open to everyone and can also host engineers and students as part of an accredited internship.

Total programme budget€890

That is, per week€445

Each extra week

Check availability for 2 weeks

What is included

  • 3 meals a day on weekdays (2 on weekends)
  • Accommodation
  • Mandatory orientation day by local team
  • 24/7 on-site assistance
  • Equipment and materials
  • Donation to the project
  • Airport pickup (Colombo)

Not included

  • Flight tickets
  • Travel and repatriation insurance
  • Airport transfer
  • Visa

Where your money goes
Donations are reinvested in full and directly into the local associations. How the costs break down

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Your application

An up-to-date CV and a cover letter describing your background and what brings you here.

Insurance

For any project abroad, Freepackers requires travel insurance covering accidents, illness, repatriation and third-party liability. With Chapka Cap Student, you get 5% off.

Online language lessons

With Clic Campus: video lessons and an e-learning platform, from home.

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