India Volunteer Rajasthan Programme 8 Week

It is a demanding project and should only be considered by volunteers who are looking for a rewarding but challenging role. Help Teachers Help teach English and Maths to Indian children and give much needed support and time to the local teachers who are dealing with extremely large class sizes. Child-care Work in an Aanganbari (child care center) to provide day-to-day care and support to pregnant women and young children.  Volunteers ensure that some individual care and maximum attendance by the children of the area is achieved. Spare time There will be plenty of free time for you to explore the area and join the excursions to Jalsalmer and the Taj Mahal and to take part in both a camel and tiger safari. Project Location You will be met in Delhi on arrival and transferred for an overnight stopover in a hotel before taking a train to Jaipur for a three day stay with a local Indian family and orientation. The rest of the project is based in Shiv, a small town in the Rajasthan desert. Accommodation & Meals Accommodation is comfortable and clean but basic in a mud hut with adjoining en suite bathroom! All meals are included and are served ‘buffet style’ in the restaurant.  Volunteers may use the internet and telephone and access the DVD and TV facilities. For the more active volunteers, there are plenty of outdoor games and volleyball net.     Programme Overview Duration & Price: 8 weeks - $2409/€1799 How to book & pay: Secure with $339/€259 deposit. The balance is due 10 wks before departure. What is included? Met at Delhi airport & transfer All meals and accommodation All transport between projects Detailed orientation & sight seeing 2 day Camel Safari in the desert 1 day visit to Taj Mahal Choice of volunteer project Dedicated on-site assistance Free workshop lessons Free time to explore local area What is not included? Flights Extra activities not on itinerary Indian Tourist Visa Travel Insurance Programme Summary: Volunteers on this project help the local communities of  Rajasthan by providing vital support in childcare and education programs and other social development projects. Camel and tiger safaris, yoga lessons and a chance to visit the Taj Mahal are all included in the program. Arrival dates: 2007: 3rd Sep, 1st Oct, 29th Oct, 26th Nov, 24 Dec 2008: 12th Sept, 9th Oct, 6th Nov, 4th Dec