South East Asia
South East Asia is made up of some of the most popular destination countries for backpackers and gap year travellers. Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia and Laos all have magical cultures and beautiful landscapes which have attracted westerners for centuries. There are many volunteering opportunities in these destinations for those on a year out looking to do something that contributes to a developing country, and you can also teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) while you are there if English is your mother tongue. The organisations on this page offer specific voluntary placements and activities in countries in South East Asia.
South East Asia
Intrax
Volunteering in Belize, Brazil, Ghana, India, Mexico, Peru, Thailand and more. Projects with children, education, health and the environment. Internships and Jobs in the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
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BUNAC
Established work and travel organisation since 1962 – offering work, summer camp and volunteer projects across America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Asia and South America.
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The Leap
Winner Best Gap Year Company (Sunday Times) Volunteering, summer gap, horse and internships in Africa, South America and Asia. All programmes contain our unique mix of projects, locations and challenges.
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Personal Overseas Development (PoD)
Volunteer with non-profit organisation PoD on a range of animal care, building, child care and orphanages, conservation, teaching and community development projects around the world.
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Kaya Responsible Travel
Over 250 projects across 26 countries in Asia, Africa & Latin America. Choose to work with wildlife & environmental conservation or community projects. Skilled & unskilled positions from 2 weeks to 6 months.
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Raleigh International
Unique and challenging adventure, community and environmental projects overseas.
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There are so many great things to do in South East Asia, whether it's joining an amazing expedition, taking part in a life changing voluntary programme or just exploring the tropical rainforests and gorgeous beaches of the region.
We've picked out some of the best.
The Rainforests and Wildlife of Borneo in Malaysia
Borneo is famous for its wildlife and jungles, in particular Orang- utans, its diverse colourful cultures, marine life, national parks, as well as Sabah's famous Mount Kinabalu. Many organisations run placements in Borneo, helping the region preserve the rainforest and wildlife it supports.
Discover the exotic locations of Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam
No trip to Southeast Asia is complete without a visit to the famous, bustling city of Bangkok. A visit to Cambodia to see the fabulous temples at Angkor, considered to be the most spectacular architectural ruins on earth, is not to be missed. Whilst you're in the region, why not take in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and visit the War Remnants museum.
Volunteer in the Region
There are a variety of voluntary placements available for young people in Southeast Asia.
