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India has many volunteer projects that you can offer help and skillsTake a gap year in India for diverse gap year travel experiences and worthwhile volunteer projects.

Areas of India greatly need volunteer work, a lot of the region remains extremely poor. Volunteer in India to give invaluable help to children and adults in deprived communities. There are many different volunteer India travel projects on which you can offer your help and skills.

Click on the links below to find out about India gap year volunteer work.

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Golden Triangle

Countries don’t come much more colourful or chaotic than India. On this tour, we show you the hustle and bustle, in Delhi and Jaipur, but also the tranquil and serene spots, like the Taj Mahal and the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary.

 
Community Development Work India

Give some much-needed help to social or labour projects in Indian villages. You might carry out restoration work or raise awareness of AIDS, and will get a real feel for village life. Trips to top attractions are included.

 
Kerala Sunset

Tour the most southerly state of India, enjoying local culture and traditions and seeing the best of what is on offer! From beautiful natural vistas, coastal walks, wildlife spotting and city tours, this tour has all you could possibly wish for from a trip to Southern India. You’ll enjoy the mouth watering cuisine, get properly involved in the Indian ways of life, and generally have a wonderful experience in a lesser discovered part of a wonderful country.

 
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India Animal rescue

Animal lovers can play an active role in caring for mistreated cats, dogs, monkeys, camels and other creatures. Your duties could also include touring with the animal ambulance, manning the rescue hotline and helping with the vaccination programme.

 
Rajasthan Desert Project

Work in a school, a childcare centre or a school for children of snake charmers! Your time in any of these places will be rewarding and gratefully received. Excursions including camel and tiger safaris are included.
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India Volunteer Goa Programme

Combine trekking, a stay in a tribal village, a yoga course and volunteering with children or adults. You’ll get a real taste of India and help areas that haven’t benefited from international money.

 
Volunteer group in Himachal Pradesh

Make a real difference to the lives of people in Himalayan India. Your work in orphanages, day centres and schools will have a direct impact and will be much appreciated. Cultural activities and a trip to the Taj Mahal included.
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Kanjar Community Development

Carry out work that will benefit an entire Indian community. Your role will be to empower an isolated community and give them the means to tackle poverty, social stigma and lack of education.

 
India Desert and Beach Combo

A varied programme that sees volunteers working on childcare projects in the Rajasthan Desert then on a community project near Goa’s beautiful beaches. You’ll change people’s lives while soaking up the scenery. Cultural activities included.

 
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India Expedition

Experience India from different angles, through the sights of Delhi, the ‘yoga city’ of Rishikesh, the Taj Mahal, pink Jaipur, a tiger safari, a volunteer placement in West Bengal and more.

 
Your complete south east asia gap year

Discover why so many travellers love this part of the world! Volunteer in India, spend eight weeks in Thailand and work with the wildlife in Malaysia. You’ll get to see things many people miss.

 
Round the world travel

Spend up to 12 months on an amazing trip around the world. Take in India, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and the USA.

 
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