Volunteer in Madikeri (Mysore), India
The Program
The program is located in the town of Madikeri in the Mysore region. The program will start with your arrival at Bangalore International Airport. Your coordinator will be holding a board with your name printed on it. You need to arrive on the Sunday before your start date. You can join from 2 weeks up to 6 months. The first week of the program will be an Introduction week. The Introduction week is the first step towards a comfortable stay in a new country. It’s an action packed and fun filled week that is dedicated to getting to know India in all its cultural aspects. You will also get time to meet the local people, taste the local cuisine, get familiar with the local customs and join a group of participants from different parts of the world. Many new things will be introduced to you and it will be the time to get used to the local culture.
Introduction Week
The introduction week is where you get an understanding of what India is all about, its religion, culture and people.
Location Description
Madikeri is a picturesque, charming town situated at an elevation of over 1,525 m above sea level and 1.5 hours drive from Mysore, is the city of Madikeri which is the headquarters of Kodagu (formerly Coorg). The town has a lot to offer. Misty hills, lush forests, acres and acres of tea and coffee plantations and breathtaking views are what make Madikeri an unforgettable holiday destination Madikeri is a great place to walk. Winding lanes meander off the main street. Mountain trails promise visual delights. And the Tadiyendamol, the tallest peak in the area, stands patiently, waiting to be climbed.
Food and Accommodation
You will be provided all three meals per day on weekdays (Monday to Friday) and 2 meals per day on the weekend. You will be accommodated at the Volunteer House in Madikeri in shared rooms.
Program Requirements
The minimum age for joining the program is 18. There are no specific qualifications needed to join the volunteer program . Volunteers are expected to be flexible and patient as well as possess a passion and love for children.
Volunteer Project
Orphanage
Orphanages in India have few resources and staff for all the kids they have to look after, so they need lots of help from volunteers to making them brighter, happier places to live. As a volunteer on our orphanage projects you can get involved in all sorts of things on these projects from building maintenance to care to teaching English.
India
Most orphanages in India have integrated on their grounds their own primary (and secondary) school for their pupils. The school is also open for poor families. Of course the orphanage provides housing, food and teaching materials for these poor students as well.
In cooperation of our own full time coordinator we will create each week a special program for all people who are involved in this initiative.
Activities can include a combination of:
• Teaching English on a non formal basis
• Creating activities for the students including workshops for cultural exchange
• Art & Handicraft activities
• Sports after classes
• Environmental awareness activities
• Basic construction to improve the children’s livelihoods
Prices
Prices |
US$ |
GBP |
EUR |
|---|---|---|---|
2 weeks |
770 |
515 |
565 |
3 weeks |
950 |
630 |
690 |
4 weeks |
1130 |
745 |
815 |
extra week |
200 |
140 |
145 |
Our program includes these services:
Volunteer Projects
WLS International offers worthwhile projects that focus on matching the interests, skills, and experiences of volunteers with their volunteer work.
Airport pickup
Upon the receipt of the flight information you will be met at the airport.
Accommodation
You will be staying in the volunteer center
Food
You will be provided all three meals per day on weekdays (Monday to Friday) and 2 meals per day on the weekend.
In-country transportation
We will take you to the different projects the first time. After that volunteers are responsible for daily transportation to and from their projects.
Support
Your local coordinator will co-ordinate your program and be available for support during your program.
Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of your respective service project, participants receive a certificate upon request illustrating their contributed time.
Pre-departure information
We help you with any questions that you have regarding your program before you leave.
The prices of our programs also cover the cost of researching, visiting the projects, advertising and promotion costs, office expenses and staff at our head office and local staff.
Not included in the prices is your flight, insurance, visa, personal expenses and daily transport to the project.
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