It was an amazing and unique experience , thai food is delicious (be careful is too spicy) , the temples are wonderful, and you will find smiles and amability in thai people. About the elephant village is a nice and a little hard experience, but really worth it ! Elephant are very cute and you would feel their love at first sight. You will learn about Thai culture, cuisine, traditions and maybe some few words (it’s a very hard language ). The school renovation project was great, we learned how to construct a wall, and cement an all that stuff. I won’t say it was easy but at the end you are doing this for others and for children, in order to have a better and comfortable place to study an play. I would have liked to spend more time teaching English to the kids, they were really cute! This experience was wonderful and you meet great people

It was a great experience and the stuff was so nice to us. I recommend it 100%

The director of the orphanage has the love and patience to the children, serving the volunteers.The children here are very cute, thank you for the great experience of the orphanage.

Amazing experience and the best guide, Paris!!

Marvelous experience. Would love to do it again. Met people who we will continue to keep in touch with each other. Pleasure to have had the time to spend with such lovely, smart and wonderful children. Everything that was organised by volunteering solutions was first class and would recommend them to everyone who is thinking of doing volunteering abroad. 5 stars

Staff were lovely, very friendly and helpful. Maybe needs to be a better orientation to place, like meal times, where the local shop is, didn’t know it existed until the 3rd week, my room was near the main room and people were very noisy and not respectful of people sleeping maybe a sign to say after a certain time to limit noise. The food was ok most of the time but could be more variety. The cook was sick so we got the same food many nights in a row. It said three meals a day would be provided but as I was working during day I missed lunch and none was provided to take. Room was comfortable and bed very comfy and was cleaned and sheets changed so that was lovely. Haha

The local organisation in Portugal was fantastic and run by beautiful people.

My daughter and I participated in the program, it was an enriching experience, volountering Solution has the best program, an exceptional planning, we will continue participating in the programs traveling from Colombia to anywhere in the world where the organization has a program. We love the work we did, we love the people who participated in the program and we love our guide !!!! thanks for everything.

My experience in South Africa could not have been better. Going into it, I did not know what to expect but whatever expectations I had were far exceeded. The second I walked into the hostel I immediately felt at home and very welcomed by the other volunteers and the hostel manager. My experience volunteering at a day clinic is unbeatable as it is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I was very nervous about everything before I started my experience, but all the nerves were extremely worth it. I left Cape Town with lifelong friends from around the world and a volunteering experience that I will never forget. If you are nervous, just know that everybody once was too and you are not alone. Take the risk and just do it, because you will not regret it.

I thought they were a very good organization because they checked in on us throughout our volunteer experience and were also a big help to us when we were first choosing between programs. They were patient and understanding.

I enjoyed a lot my Cusco trip. I did a medical program in a public clinic in Cusco and I really liked it, but I think we could have stayed at least one day per week in a hospital, not just in the clinic, because I wanted do do some procedures that I didn’t have the chance to do in a clinic. About the family, everything was perfect. The mom was so attentive and great for us. About the city, Cusco has a lot of excursions to do and places to know. It’s a really good city.

This program is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. When I first arrived, it was the middle of the night, and the hostel seemed questionable, but as I adjusted to my African family, I grew to love the staff and the place like home. It’s Africa, so yes...sometimes things were a little slow to happen, and yes...sometimes I encountered struggles that I’ve never had to face in the past, but that is all part of the experience. The challenges that I overcame with my fellow volunteers just made our bond so much stronger. The cooks put their heart and soul into their food even though they are there sun up to sun down cooking. The house mamas...or sisters, care for the volunteers as if they are family, and the night guards are like dad’s looking out for their kids.♥️ Dinner time was one of my favorites times, as some of the staff would stay after to play games with the volunteers. It made for such a light, happy atmosphere. I did the medical program for 5 months, and I did an orphanage/women’s center for the last month. St. Elizabeth hospital was life changing. I worked with Dr. Quaker for a few months in the pediatric ward before switching wards, and I learned SO MUCH from that women...not just medical information, but she also taught me about the tribes in the area and their traditions and beliefs and how it correlates with the health of the child. The cases I experienced here were like nothing I would ever experience at home. Some were definitely “heavy,” but that is a challenge every healthcare provider will have to eventually face. The orphanage and women’s center were also amazing. I was at Enjevai Orphanage and Faraja Women’s center. Both the kids and the young moms were such a joy to work with. Despite their circumstances, they came each day with smiling faces. It really puts life into perspective. Overall, I think anyone looking to volunteer with an open mind should book it in Arusha, Tanzania. Don’t go there expecting to improve how they do things, but instead, learn from them and how they survive with limited resources. I promise...you won’t want to leave.💛

Amazing Experience and our guide Tukky was just perfect!

Overall the program is not what people expect.For example, I was told that my working hours would be from 10-4(slum children project).But the working hours was only from 9:30-11&2-3:15,other than that the progress and everything was good.

The 2 weeks I spent in Cusco, Peru were the absolute highlights of my summer. Living with a local family and sharing their everyday life was a pleasure for me. We volunteered in a small kindergarten, that was located in a poorer neighborhood. The kids were lovely and open. It was great to see and experience not only the beautiful side and the breathtaking sights of Peru but also this side of the country with its small everyday wonders.
On the other hand it was a shame that we were not informed earlier about the details of our volunteering work. We could have prepared better for the task with more information. Also there were some problems around the organization of the trips and the infos that were given us were not once inprecise.
All in all, it was a wonderful and eye opening experience!

My experience in Ghana was better than I could have dreamed. I chose this trip because of affordability, adventure, and the desire to immerse myself in a new different culture. I participated in the 3 week Summer Program. I was able to gain close relationships with the girls at Maltiti School through teaching and spending time with them, and my host family. If you go in with an open mind you will have an incredible experience. Our coordinator Fredrick made everything worry free and helped us adapt and understand the culture. I will miss Ghana and I wish I could have stayed longer. Take the plunge and see this beautiful and welcoming country for yourself, you won't regret it.

I decided to volunteer because I wanted to get out of my comfort zone and help those in need, whilst being part of a new and different culture. Ghana has proved to be the right place for my first volunteering experience, apart from being one of the safest countries in Africa the people are extremely welcoming and always willing to know more about you. After spending 3 weeks in Tamale I can say with confidence that this experience has exceeded all my expectations. Fredericks family (our host family) has made me feel at home and have taken very good care of me. In the evenings we played with his kids and then had dinner with the family while Rose (Fred’s wife) taught us countless stories about the Ghanaian culture. Also, some nights we would go to a bar with Fred and have some deep and meaningful conversations that I will always remember. The volunteering program itself was very well structured, I took part in the football coaching program so I was in charge of coaching the U13,U10 and U19 teams. In the mornings I taught at the girls school, it was impressive to see the girls working so hard both at home and in school. The days were long and sometimes I had a lot of work but it did not feel like it since the kids will fill you with joy everyday. During the weekends together with our guide Frederick we traveled to a monkey sanctuary, swam in waterfalls, visited a traditional African village and went on a Jeep Safari at Mole National park. I am sad to leave but glad to have made some very good friends starting with Fred and his family, the other volunteers, the football players and the girls in school. Hopefully, I will be able to come back again.

Wonderful experience!! I highly recommend the elephant program. I would recommend two weeks at least. There is a lot of work to be done around the nursery including working on the farm, you aren’t working with the elephants the entire time but you get a lot of time with the elephants. Come open minded, ready to experience a different way of life but an exciting one! FYI; no air conditioning and lots of walking.. may not be for everyone. For me, this experience was one unlike any other. I’m so glad I chose this program and will never forget it.

I am very grateful for the experiences I had with the slumm children and the rescue elephants! They awoke in me the joy of teaching and sharing knowledge. It’s a shame it’s was so short, I was prepared to volunteer more and do less sightseeing. Nevertheless I am happy because I’m so fascinated with the indian culture, the architecture and the history behind everything. I wasn’t prepared to spend so much on the entry tickets for the monuments and now I will struggle with the remaining 6 weeks I still have in India. Thank you volunteer solutions! I felt very safe in India with you, and now I feel knowledgeable enough to travel on my own.

Absolutely loved every second!! It’s hard work but is worth it when you get to be around such amazing creatures and help the community. Everyone is super friendly and always do there best to make you comfortable and welcomed, would definitely go back and do it all again!!