Location
  • Zambia
    • Livingstone
Length
1 to 16 weeks

Program Details

Language
English
Timeframe
Short Term Spring Break Summer Winter Year Round
Housing
Guesthouse
Groups
Small Group (1-15)
Travel Type
Budget Family Older Travelers Solo Women

Pricing

Starting Price
385
Price Details
Fully hosted experience from only $385 for 1 week - this includes accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, orientation and 24/7 in-country support.
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Airport Transfers Meals
What's Not Included
Airfare Travel Insurance Visa
May 04, 2023
Apr 05, 2024
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About Program

Trusted by 125,000+ volunteers, IVHQ offers the world's #1 rated volunteer programs in Zambia and 50+ destinations worldwide.

For the past 5 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 Zambia.

Our affordable projects start from $22/day for your accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, project placement and local support. Projects run year-round, with durations from 1-16 weeks. Choose from 6 projects, ranging from Elderly Care to Kindergarten in Livingstone, which is a hub for travelers visiting Victoria Falls and the surrounding National Parks. 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 $22/day for your accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, project placement & local support.
  • Volunteer for 1-16 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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Program Reviews

5.00 Rating
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  • Impact 4.85
  • Support 5
  • Fun 4.85
  • Value 4.8
  • Safety 4.95
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kristi
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Zambia

I had so much fun and was able to be totally immersed in the culture with the help of our hosts! The program managers were so understanding and helpful I never once had a problem. Highly recommend this company!! I felt very safe the whole time I was there and loved my placement. The locals were so kind and loved all the volunteers. We were able to do some fun touristy things as well as become part of the local community. I will forever love and value this experience and memories. Not only this but the other volunteers in my group were so fun and great to be around.

77 people found this review helpful.
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Kamila
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Life changing experience

IVHQ reliable supportive and will walk you through every step the minute you get approved to volunteer with them. They are at hand tech via email and phone and will place you in safe and cations environment.
I will travel with them again and I would recommend them to everyone travelling for first time or to a brand new place.
You are taken care of the minute you step off the plane at your destination.
You will never feel lost or alone the organization is with you every step of your journey. Thanks

78 people found this review helpful.
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Jennifer
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Zambia - Dream Livingstone, Care of the Elderly

Volunteering in Zambia is an amazing experience. Not only do you get the opportunity to help the locals in projects but you see Zambia in a way you wouldn't as a tourist.
IVHQ and Dream Livingstone supported me from the moment I booked until the moment I landed back in the UK so I never felt unsure or to apprehensive about anything.
The care home I worked in made me feel very welcome as did all the elderly people living there, you need to have an open mind and except things might be done differently but as long as you do, you will have an experience that is fulfilling and rewarding.
I knew I would enjoy my time at my placement but I never expected to also have the time of my life! I am lucky enough to be well travelled but my 3 weeks in Zambia will remain in my heart and memory forever.
This experience is suitable for anyone at any age who want to volunteer abroad. Just do it - you will not regret it!

What was your funniest moment?
Sunbathing with zebra and hugging a lion! Africa is an amazing place and the things available for you to experience while you are there range from throwing yourself off Victoria Falls Bridge attached to a bit of elastic, going on safari, rapid riding to walking with lions and just enjoying the beauty of Zambian people and Victoria Falls
74 people found this review helpful.
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Julia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best time of my life!

I did Childcare in Muizenberg in South Afirca and I loved every single day of it! Going to program everyday and working with the babies was the best experience of my life. The kids don‘t have much and often it’s difficult to process everything they are going through, but to make them smile and happy is the best feeling. They don’t need much, they are just happy you are here and that you‘re spending time with them! It’s also easy to get along with other volunteers, I made some very good friends and leaving the house was hard for me! I would totally recommend it! So if you have any doubts I can only say: just do it! It‘ll be worth the experience

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Expect nothing and you‘ll have the best time of your life! Also bring some cute clothes because you‘re gonna go out a lot ☺️
84 people found this review helpful.
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Mattia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Helping people is amazing

I attend the childcare programma in South Africa. It was an unbelievable experience. It was born when I was in Zanzibar for vacation last summer. I was impressed by the happiness of the children and I asked to myself how I could make them funnier. I felt at home with other volunteers. I didn’t miss nothing of my home. In few days I felt immediately part of the group. In only one week we created great conditions like we have been knowing since all our life. 10 days were not enough to know all volunteers at the best, but they were enough to be impressed by them. Everyone of them gave me something and I brought this at my home. That’s why I wanted to thank them. For every fantastic moment passed together. I will never forget them. It was an amazing experience even thanking them. I felt a lot emotions and it was unbelievable. They will be in my heart forever. I met a lot of people coming from all the world with different languages and cultures. It was fantastic to make children funnier by doing simple things like only playing and interacting with them. I felt in love with the children immediately and I was happy when they called me teacher Mattia. Very nice. I was connected with all the world and there was not difference with each other. Everyone had the same goal: to help people.
When I left, I cried because I thought about every moment I lived and how many things I learned. For example how much is beautiful making people smile. Everything was organized very well. I think that I will repeat this experience and I suggest it to everyone. Try it and don't be afraid. You will be satisfied.

78 people found this review helpful.
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Briell
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Experience!

I volunteered in Zambia for 2 weeks in the teaching program. it was the best experience I have ever had. I wish I could have stayed longer because the people of Zambia are the kindest people. If you do a program in Zambia you will stay at the sunbird guest house, the staff there are so friendly the treat you like family! A bonus is there are many things to do in Livingstone as well. Signing up for my volunteer trip was super easy as well and they make everything user friendly and put everything in good detail.Once you sign up you will be given someone who will help through the whole process so if you ever have any questions they will answer them it was nice.

70 people found this review helpful.
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Merve
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

South Africa

South Africa.. Currently between 2 flights to home, already had tears multiple times. Deciding to come to South Africa was for one specific reason but not many people knew. It has been the best decision i have ever made ❤️ -

I signed up a volunteer program called Dreams to Reality less than a year with this program I was able to spread love with the kids who has seen violence;lost what they have or never experienced love and more.. Each of them has their own stories. This program brought me so much more than I expected, made me realize appreciate little things even more.. Filled my heart like it has never filled this way.. Their pure love, friendliness, without knowing me; running to me, jumping on me, hugging me.. hearing my name or calling me "teacher" multiple times over 25 kids was so magical. Also; All the people I met at this program has made my every each day during my stay. I already can't wait to be back to South Africa. ❤️

63 people found this review helpful.
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Cora Leigh
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Kindergarten Project South Africa

I had an amazing experience volunteering in South Africa with my husband ! We learned so much about the culture and really enjoyed our time at the school. The children were so sweet and loving. We immediately connected with them and the other volunteers. It felt like family immediately. It was amazing to see all the volunteers from around the world coming together to provide support for this community. I would go back again in a heart beat! Learning about a new culture and experiencing opened up so much inspiration for me. I’m so happy I went they were memories for a lifetime !

What would you improve about this program?
Safety. Definitely knowing how to handle yourself around sick children and bringing antibacterial soup and washing hands every hour.
58 people found this review helpful.
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