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Why volunteer in Vietnam?
Vietnam is an amazing place to explore which offers so much to backpackers and volunteers alike.
Where is the Vietnam Experience Programme?
The programme is based in and around Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam.
When can I volunteer?
The project takes volunteers all year-round and adjusts to the weather during week 4.
Do I need a visa?
Yes you will require a visa for Vietnam. Tourist visas are generally valid for 30-days and cost about £38 (plus £5 for recorded delivery post back). The visa takes around 5-10 days to process and we can advise you on how to do this. We can advise you on this.
What will the weather be like?
Any time is a good time. We adjust the programme to the weather. The north has two seasons. Cool damp winters (November – April) and hot summers (May – October). The average temperature in winter is around 20 degrees and in the summer is around 29 degrees.
How much money should I take?
We would recommend that you budget between £30-£40 per week… perhaps a bit more in your holiday week.
Currency
The currency of Vietnam is the Dong 'VND'. Notes come in denominations of 200d, 500d, 1000d, 2000d, 5000d, 10,000d 20,000 & 50,000d, there are no coins.
What is the food like?
Vietnamese food uses herbs and seasoning rather than sauces. It also chooses boiled or steamed dishes over stir-fries. The norm for meals is rice, with noodles accompanied by fish or meat and a vegetable dish or soup.
What are the bathrooms/toilets like?
You will experience a number of different shower and toilet facilities. There are western toilets which don't have a flush - you simply fill a bowl with water and pour down the toilet. You will also experience Asian toilets which require placing your feet either side of the basin in the ground and squatting. Remember to put all toilet tissue in the bin provided and not the toilet.
Whist on excursions, you will notice that many places do not have soap in the bathrooms. It is a good idea to take a small bottle of soap gel and keep it in your day bag. This is an antibacterial gel that you don't need to rinse off. These are available on Boots Chemist in the travel section.
What is the time difference?
Vietnam is 7 hours ahead of the UK.
How do I phone home?
The international telephone access code for Vietnam is 84.
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