Location
  • Cambodia
    • Siem Reap
    • Phnom Penh
    • Battambang
Length
2 to 24 weeks

Program Details

Language
English
Timeframe
Spring Break Summer Winter Year Round
Housing
Guesthouse Host Family Hostel
Travel Type
Budget Family Older Travelers Solo Women

Pricing

Starting Price
430
Price Details
Fully hosted experience from only $430 for 2 weeks - this includes accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, orientation and 24/7 in-country support.
What's Included
Accommodation Airport Transfers Meals Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare Transportation Travel Insurance Visa
May 01, 2024
Apr 29, 2025
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About Program

Trusted by 136,000+ volunteers, IVHQ offers the world's #1 rated volunteer programs in Cambodia and 50+ destinations worldwide.

For the past 6 years, we've won the "Top Volunteer Abroad Provider Award" from GoOverseas, so you can trust that you're in the safest hands with IVHQ in Cambodia.

Our affordable projects start from $17/day for your accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, project placement and local support. Projects run year-round, with durations from 2-24 weeks. Choose from 7 meaningful and life-enriching projects, ranging from Animal Care and Childcare to Medical and Teaching English in the historical sites of Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Battambang. Plus, you’ll stay with other like-minded, impact-focused travelers from around the world (private room options available).

With IVHQ’s superior pre-departure support services, you’ll gain exclusive access to your own Volunteer Travel Specialist, comprehensive preparation tools and volunteer training before you leave home.

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Program Highlights

  • Cheapest volunteer programs from $17/day for your accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, project placement & local support.
  • Volunteer for 2-24 weeks, year round start dates most Mondays
  • 15+ years experience & only B Corp certified volunteer travel organization
  • Get free changes up to 14 days before you start with our flexible booking policy
  • Affordable way to earn college credit - gain 5 credits for only US$500!

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Teaching English Volunteer in Battambang
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Medical Volunteer in Phnom Penh

Want to make a difference in the lives of sick children in Cambodia while gaining valuable medical experience? Join International Volunteer HQ's Medical project in Phnom Penh and shadow local professionals in a pediatric hospital. Whether you're assisting with medical treatments or observing clinical practices, you'll make a real impact on the lives of children in need.

Special Needs Care Volunteer in Phnom Penh

Be a part of something truly special and empower elementary school children with disabilities in Phnom Penh with International Volunteer HQ's Special Needs Care project. You'll gain valuable experience working with special needs children while providing them with the care and attention they need to thrive. Make a real impact on their lives and create unforgettable memories along the way.

Program Reviews

4.85 Rating
based on 60 reviews
  • 5 rating 91.67%
  • 4 rating 5%
  • 3 rating 1.67%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 1.67%
  • Impact 4.65
  • Support 4.75
  • Fun 4.85
  • Value 4.8
  • Safety 4.8
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Koser
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Childcare in Cambodia

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Pros
  • History
  • People
  • Kids
Cons
  • Traffic
241 people found this review helpful.
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Garry
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Teaching English in Siem Reap

Siem Reap was a very interesting place to stay with visiting Ankor Wat very much a highlight. I stayed at the CVH Siem Reap Hostel which was located close to the night Market area of Siem Reap. The hostel hosts were brilliant, friendly and very helpful. I taught at Salariin Kampuchea (SK) learning centre for 4 weeks. This I thoroughly enjoyed. The kids were great to teach and I fitted in very well with the existing kampuchean teaching team. Overall my experience in Siem Reap was brilliant. I would highly recommend going there.

Pros
  • Friendly people
  • Fantastic Food
  • Ankor Wat a must see
Cons
  • It was hot not much airconfitioning
208 people found this review helpful.
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Andrew
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Educating Cambodia

I loved this beautiful country!! I easily fell in love with the kind respectful people of Cambodia. Every bit of their culture was based around conscientious actions and it really was noticeable (coming from a western way of thinking). Another aspect of the Cambodian culture that I was really fond of was its attention to detail. Despite not having the best government-run trash/cleaning services, the streets were always maintained by the shop owners, it was always so clean!! I had so much fun teaching the children and want to go back soon!

Pros
  • Food
  • Landscape
  • People
Cons
  • Tourists
196 people found this review helpful.
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Richard
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

First time volunteer

My first volunteer experience. Took early retirement so was a little apprehensive. No need as the experience fulfilled all my hopes.
Excellent organising and information from IVHQ.
Loved Cambodia and the school I taught in . Plan to return.
Age was no barrier as fellow volunteers were very forward looking .All of us looking for new experiences.
Such a pleasure teaching students who genuinely want to learn.
So enamoured with the experience of IVHQ that I have just completed my second assignment in Sri Lanka and have booked India and Vietnam to follow.

Pros
  • Great students and teachers that want to learn
  • Great country to explore - very friendly locals
  • Terrific value for money . Very low cost of living
Cons
  • None
232 people found this review helpful.
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Elizabeth
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing Experience

I was crazy nervous at the beginning of my trip as I'm only 18 so was my first time ever travelling alone, but as soon as I arrived to the volunteer house in Phnom Penh I was relieved, the volunteers and the staff were so welcoming and nice and it had a real homely feel to it. So I was already off to a great start and then as soon as I saw the beautiful children at Le Restaurant des Enfants I knew I picked the right project! To anyone thinking of volunteering this organisation was amazing and it was honestly the most amazing and rewarding experience ive ever had working with children!!:)

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
Honestly it would be to do it for longer then 3 weeks, it seems like a while but it went so quick, too quick for my liking! Also I think next time I'd like to try two programs like childcare and then wildlife for a few weeks.
221 people found this review helpful.
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Samantha
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Cambodia has everything you could ask for in a volunteer destination

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206 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hi Samantha! Wow! Thanks so much for the thoughtful review. With a move to Cambodia - this experience really has been life changing! It's great to have your recommendation and we would love to have you join us on another trip soon! ^Meika - IVHQ Cambodia Program Manager

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Mariana
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Childcare in Cambodia

During July of 2019 I was in Cambodia volunteering with disadvantaged children for 2 weeks. It is almost impossible to find words to describe this experience. I had the pleasure of meeting a group of 20 children that marked my life forever. These children don’t have anything but it looks like they have everything because they always carry the biggest smile. It is impossible to be sad around them and it really makes you appreciate what you have. We did not speak the same language but it was not a barrier. I think I can say we spoke the language of love.
I could not be happier to have chosen IVHQ for this experience. The support they gave us was amazing before and during the trip. And they gave me the opportunity to meet other volunteer that now are my friends and that I will keep forever in my heart. I could not be more grateful for this experience! If you have the opportunity please do it!!!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Don’t be afraid!! Cambodia is probably totally different from what you’re used to! I was really overwhelmed when I got there because everything was different. But honestly that was the best part! Have an open mind and don’t be afraid to try something new
203 people found this review helpful.
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Joelle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A change of mind!

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What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
I would suggest to arrive there with an open mind and to expect a totally different reality. Most of the children and locals have some sad stories that may shock you, but for them it is what life is like, so try to put your usual ideas aside and understand what they went through. Once youve done it, you would be able to get a better understanding of what cambodian culture is like.
161 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hi Joelle, thank you for sharing your experience with us! We are privileged to have been part of your journey! We thank you for your time and contribution during your time in Cambodia! We can't wait to be part of your next adventure! :) Will - IVHQ Program Manager

Questions & Answers

No not at all :) - the only language requirement for all of the IVHQ programs is being able to speak English. But in saying that, it is great to learn bits and pieces if you can, I really struggled but it didn't inhibit my trip and everyone was grateful if you tried and extremely helpful :)