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Volunteering with IVHQ in Portugal was a truly fun and rewarding experience. I met so many awesome people from all over the world, and it was great going out with them, exploring together, and just having fun while volunteering for a good cause. The whole vibe was very open and social, and it made the experience even better.

One thing I’d say to future volunteers is: don’t be shy — just throw yourself out there. Everyone’s there for the same reasons — to help, to meet people, and to enjoy the experience — so being open and approachable makes it much easier to connect with others.

All the information I received beforehand helped me prepare well and gave me lots of confidence, as it was my first time volunteering abroad. The support throughout was great, and the local team was all amazing.

I loved Lisbon, a great city. I got the chance to work in the beautiful Sintra National Park. I enjoyed the hostel vibe and meeting lots of new people. I would highly recommend IVHQ.

I hope to do other volunteering trips to other countries now, as I'm so much more confident travelling on my ow,n and I'm so pleased I went.

This was my first time in Portugal and I loved it. Through this company I was able to meet open minded people willing to serve communities that they aren’t apart of. I think my favorite part was meeting my local team and seeing how passionate they are to make this world a better place and encouraging others to contribute any type of service that might even seem small but in reality is an essential part into making this world a better place. My experience in Portugal included turning recycled plastic into skateboards for kids and Christmas ornaments. I’ve learned the impact the arts can have on humanity, projects like these are able to capture the attention of people and encourage them to help our environment for the better.

Had a wonderful time in Portugal and at the animal shelter for the week I was there. Being able to give back to the community directly is amazing! You will meet so many new people and learn a new culture and foods. You will have free time and you are free to explore as much or as little as you want. The staff is a great resource for you as well. They can provide great advice on where you can eat, other city’s to visit and much more. You have 24/7 support at all times. Please don’t miss out on a great experience!!!

I spent two weeks in Portugal volunteering in the program "Environmental Scuba Diving" and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The support I received, both before my departure and throughout my stay, was fantastic, with clear communication and guidance every step of the way. The local team was simply amazing and always available to offer help or advice when needed. The diving itself was an unforgettable part of the experience. Each dive was well-organized and the underwater environment was breathtaking. The dive instructors were excellent, ensuring an enjoyable and secure diving experience. This was truly one of the best experiences of my life and I would highly recommend it to anyone who has a passion for the ocean and wants to make a positive impact.

This program is amazing for anyone to do! It always you to give back and grow and discover new things as a person. Both the International Volunteer HQ team and local team were always readily available to help. The program was well-organized and provided me with the opportunity to make a positive impact in the local community.

The staff members were knowledgeable and supportive, providing me with all the information and resources I needed to be successful in my volunteer work. They were also friendly and welcoming, making me feel at home in a new and unfamiliar environment.

The volunteer work itself was meaningful and fulfilling. I was able to work alongside local community members and make a tangible difference in their lives. Every task I completed felt like it was making a real difference.

Overall, I would highly recommend this volunteer program to anyone looking to make a positive impact abroad. Not only will you have the opportunity to help others, but you will also gain valuable skills and experiences that will stay with you long after you return home

This company helped me to safely set up, and embark on a life changing journey. Volunteering abroad through IVHQ allowed me to travel with a purpose, not only visiting a new country, but making a positive impact while there. They prepared me so well and made sure I had and knew everything I needed to before starting. I only suggest staying 2+ weeks as it is hard to make as powerful of an impact after only 1, as the first day you have to do orientation, leaving only 4 days to volunteer with the 1 week.

Absolutely life changing. I was so impressed by the local coordinator they did an unbelievable job. The placement was a great stay. Nothing special but it was clean and comfortable. Volunteering was great. The area we were working very much needed help and it felt like we made a significant impact.
The only issues was the food was a little disappointing. It was edible but some meals were very cold and unappetizing. I would also not go back as a guy alone. I met some great people but there were barely any guys volunteering in my week.
But overall it was a life changing experience to engage in a new culture and volunteer at the same time.