Location
  • India
    • Dharamsala
    • Himalaya
Length
4 to 12 weeks

Program Details

Age Min.
17
Timeframe
Short Term Spring Break Summer Winter Year Round
Groups
Small Group (1-15) Medium Group (16-30) Large Group (31+)
Travel Type
Budget Family Older Travelers Solo Women

Pricing

Price Details
1) Pick up & drop off from Delhi International airport.
2) Visit the capital of India, Delhi city tour, Iconic Taj Mahal, Jaipur (Rajasthan) known as the pink city, 2 days weekend trekking in Himalayas & visit the Mini -Tibet of India, McLeodGanj & Two days trip to Amritsar, visit world famous the Golden Temple & wagha border ceremony.
3) Accommodation in Volunteer House with 3 meals daily.
4) All accommodation during the placement including hotels while sightseeing including monuments entry tickets.
5) Volunteering at stunning location of Himalayas, Dharamsala, 5 days (Monday to Friday) per week.
6) Material required for teaching, pens, pencils & other teaching material.
7) All transportation and much more ask for the details.
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers Meals Transportation Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare Domestic Airfare SIM cards Travel Insurance Visa Wifi
May 14, 2024
Aug 10, 2023
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About Program

iSpiice provides the best summer volunteer program in India which is perfect for quality volunteering experience & for meaningful travel to UNESCO'S world's heritage sites including Taj Mahal, Trekking in Himalayas, sightseeing of Jaipur (Rajasthan) & much more. Program covers everything necessary during the placement and runs through out the year due to high demand among volunteers. Program starts every Sunday from Delhi International airport at the time of your arrival in India.
Program gives you the opportunity to volunteering with children (aged 6 to 15 years old), women empowerment programs, childcare programs, community development programs and much more. (Volunteers can choose volunteer programs according to their personal preference) which includes teaching basic English, typing & writing skills, painting, cut, copy, paste in Microsoft word, CV writing & Organizing fun games for them that involve drawing, singing, dancing, and other creative educational activities.

Consider your impact: Volunteering abroad can be a rewarding experience for both volunteers and local communities, and at Go Overseas, we believe all volunteers should have the resources to make informed decisions about the type of volunteer project they want to partake in. However, despite best intentions, some organizations offering placements in orphanages may unknowingly place children in danger. You can read about the potential dangers of orphanage volunteering here.

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Diversity & Inclusion

BIPOC Support

iSpiice firmly committed to providing full support and inclusivity for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) individuals. Through our programs and initiatives, we strive to create a safe and empowering space that acknowledges, values, and uplifts the unique perspectives and contributions of BIPOC communities. Our organization stands united in the fight against discrimination and is dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, irrespective of their background.

LGBTQIA+ Support

We are dedicated to providing our full support for individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, we strive to create a safe and welcoming space for people of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Our commitment extends to promoting equal rights, dignity, and respect for every individual, regardless of their LGBTQIA+ status. We aim to create a world where diversity is embraced and everyone can thrive to their full potential.

Neurodivergent Support

We are committed to fostering inclusivity, we provide steadfast support to neurodivergent individuals. Our programs create a safe and embracing environment, where diverse neurocognitive perspectives are valued. Upholding equal rights and respect, we aim to eliminate obstacles and empower all members of the neurodivergent community to thrive through our dedicated initiatives.

Accessibility Support

With a strong commitment to inclusivity, We offer support for individuals requiring accessibility accommodations. Our initiatives are designed to create an environment where everyone, regardless of their abilities, can fully participate and contribute. Whilst some programs may be more suitable than others, we strive to empower all individuals to engage and excel in our programs and activities.

Impact

Sustainability

We are dedicated to promoting sustainability in all aspects of our work. By embracing sustainable practices, we envision a future where communities thrive, natural resources are preserved, and the Earth's ecosystems are nurtured for generations to come. We are committed to keeping our projects focused on positively benefitting the local communities and environment.

Ethical Impact

iSpiice is committed to providing ethical volunteer opportunities that truly benefit the local communities. We support a small network of Volunteer Programs in India that we have specifically chosen due to their efforts being sustainable for our volunteers and the local communities alike. We work closely with each of our local teams to ensure we are assessing and adapting to ensure quality experiences for all involved.
iSpiice does not provide volunteer opportunities in orphanages in any of our locations. Our aim is to provide the best facilities to our volunteers and also to nurture the host communities in the most effective manner.
We focus on offering alternative childcare volunteer opportunities whereby children come to and from the placement setting each day. In other words, our local teams collaborate with childcare projects which do not offer any form of residential care. These are safe and responsible projects, where participants continue to provide valued assistance supporting local staff. Volunteers, who wish to get associated with our projects, need to follow certain guidelines according to the company policies.

Program Highlights

  • Pick up from Delhi International Airport at the time of your arrival in India & Delhi International Airport drop off at the end of program by an iSpiice project coordinator.
  • Program includes UNESCO'S sightseeing of Delhi City Tour, Two days weekend trekking in Himalayas at Dharamsala and visit the Mini -Tibet of India, McLeodGanj.
  • Sightseeing of Agra, visit the world-famous Taj Mahal, Sightseeing of Jaipur which includes visit to historic Amber Fort & Two days trip to Amritsar, visit world famous the Golden Temple & Wagha border ceremony.
  • Volunteering at stunning location of Himalayas, Dharamsala, 5 days (Monday to Friday) per week & help kids build a solid foundation for their future by teaching them English.
  • Meaningful: You will experience worthwhile and fulfilling volunteer projects serving our local society.

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Program Reviews

4.88 Rating
based on 16 reviews
  • 5 rating 87.5%
  • 4 rating 12.5%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Growth 4.85
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.85
  • Housing 4.8
  • Safety 4.85
  • Impact 5
  • Support 5
  • Fun 5
  • Value 5
  • Safety 5
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Amanda
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Mature Volunteering

As a mature volunteer visiting over my summer teaching break, I found it an amazing, yet highly supported experience.
I was made so welcome in this small village. Vicki and Bindu, our hosts on the ground, cooked vegan home grown food and let me watch their cookery secrets.
The combination of teaching ladies in the morning and a walk home for a home cooked lunch, before a longer session teaching the children. Both women and children were such a pleasure to teach.
In addition to teaching, the extra activities on the mini break, such as trekking and visiting city sites is an excellent combination.
The volunteer house has a great verandah for sitting outdoors communally during breaks and the evening.

Pros
  • Home cooking
  • Insight into rural life
  • Hospitality
Cons
  • You need to be reasonably fit and tackle the adventure with an open mind.
56 people found this review helpful.
Response from iSpiice

Hi Amanda ji,
Thank you for writing such a great review for us about all your experience in the program. You have mentioned all about the program. The review will be very helpful for our future volunteers.
We hope to see you again in near future in our program.
Best Wishes from India !

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Timothy
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

ISPiICE

I had the most amazing time in India with ispiice! I helped teach women how to use computers and volunteered with childcare. I look back on my time with Varun and his team so fondly. They were so kind to us and ensured we had the best time possible. The volunteering was so rewarding and it was also great to travel around Himachal Pradesh and Northern India on the weekends. I was there for eight weeks and in that time we visited the Taj Mahal, the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Macleod Ganj and we went hiking in the Himalayas. India was such a colourful country and the people so friendly. Definitely up there with the best two months of my life and I’m so grateful to Varun and the ispiice team for making it happen.

Pros
  • Flexibility
91 people found this review helpful.
Response from iSpiice

Hey Tim, thanks for your review!

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Margaret
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Senior volunteering

When I retired I planned to travel and iSpiice based near Dharamshala fitted nicely with my plans to see India and volunteer on overseas projects.

I was met in Delhi by the director of the organisation and after a short tour of the city we left for our overnight journey on a coach to the Himalayas, waking early in the morning to the unforgettable sight of the white capped range of mountains while we twisted our way ever higher to our destination.

We then took a taxi to our accommodation on a large farm to rest and relax for a couple of days before our placings. I worked with pre school children in the mornings, primary school children in the early afternoon and young married women before our evening meal. Everyone was pleased to see us and we were made to feel ‘at home’.

Evenings and weekends were spent exploring the spectacular sights of India with a guide. You may like to read my blog http://margaretpillinginindia.blogspot.com for a complete itinerary of events which will give you a taste of the wonderful people and places in this sub tropical valley in Himachel Pradesh.

It was an adventure of a lifetime, remember it’s not just for the young in their ‘year out’, we have so much to offer in experience, qualifications and dare I say maturity. I made so many friends, young and old and left a piece of my heart in India.

Pros
  • Having locals and experienced guides to travel with.
  • Fulfilling volunteering projects, making a difference to lives and making lifelong friends.
  • Living with the locals and exploring the real India.
Cons
  • India is a shock to the system, vibrant, hot and noisy I would not have missed the experience for the world.
85 people found this review helpful.
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Eleanor
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Nice Job ispiice

Volunteering at ispiice is a wonderful and satisfying way to give something of your time and effort to your community. I have been volunteering at ispiice once a week for over six months and I really enjoy it. You quickly feel like you're part of a family and I'm sure that's one of the main reasons that people keep on volunteering for years and years--some for decades!It truly is a special place. Just check it out yourself - it's the best place to volunteer.

121 people found this review helpful.
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Harold
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great Supporting Team

iSpiice provides very important (and unfortunately - necessary) services to children who have been neglected or abused. I volunteered last year with a group from Dharamshala. Staffs of ispiice are very supporting and friendly too. I donated a box of school supplies and some other stuff they needed. I have to say, this place is a first rate facility. I love to go again.No child should have to endure pain, neglect, or suffering. I'm grateful ispiice and varun.

121 people found this review helpful.
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Paul
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Lots of Fun

Others have commented eloquently regarding the quality care and affordability at ispiice. I want to express my gratefulness about for the way we were treated during our first experience at ispiice.The staff, volunteers and varun helped us find our way and make a plan.They were caring and compassionate as well as knowledgeable. They never treated us like we are from different country's' citizens. The place is awesome, having lots of fun, the staff have huge hearts to make up for it.

120 people found this review helpful.
Response from iSpiice

Dear Paul,

Thanks for your review 10/10. I am not sure why you have said that you would not recommend our program, maybe it was a mistake?

Thanks
Varun

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Marcia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Nice Place for volunteering

I am so glad I came!I usually do not like to talk about the good one does, but in this case, its more-so for the fact that others can join in and help them out when the need arises. If a teenager has to do volunteer hours this is the perfect opportunity to do so. What's great is after you work a lot of people meet up afterwards for drinks or food. So, you really get a chance to make some friends.

119 people found this review helpful.
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Valerie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Makde my volunteering internship

I volunteered here for several years here and it is an excellent place. I would tell anyone who is thinking about volunteering here to do it because I really found myself looking forward to the days I would come in and tutor. Any time I had a question about anything the wonderful Varun Verma was there to help and guide me.I really felt that I was a part of something special because reading has always been so important to me.

127 people found this review helpful.

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