Volunteering in Goa: A 5-day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Visit to Asha Deep Foundation
    30 mins (9.1 km) from Dabolim Airport

    Spend a day volunteering at Asha Deep Foundation, an NGO that works towards rehabilitating street children. Assist in setting up creative workshops, setting up educational programs, and participating in activities that teach children skills.

  2. Day 2: Plantation visit and trek to Tambdi Surla Falls
    1 hour 30 min (59.0 km) from Asha Deep Foundation

    Visit a plantation to learn about organic farming. Participate in maintaining the plantation and harvesting the crops. Post-lunch trek to Tambdi Surla Falls and partake in the clean-up drive conducted by the forest department.

  3. Day 3: Animal Rights Awareness
    1 hour 15 min (31.5 km) from Tambdi Surla Falls

    Visit the Goa animal welfare society and learn about animal cruelty and the challenges associated with their rehabilitation. Volunteering opportunities include assisting in animal rescue, maintaining shelter, and coordinating various adoption processes.

  4. Day 4: Reviving Goa's Traditional Crafts
    30 min (15.0 km) from Goa animal welfare society

    Visit any of the local guilds and participate in spreading the culture and knowledge of artisans working towards reviving the traditional Goan crafts such as pottery, weaving, and coconut jute macramé: Lend a hand and learn from the experts as they work to create beautiful pieces of art.

  5. Day 5: Beach Clean-up, Waste Management, and Art
    1 hour (17.9 km) from any local Guild

    Participate in the beach cleaning initiative with Sustainable Eco-tourism Association (SEA). Follow it up with a workshop on upcycling using ocean waste materials and take home your unique souvenir.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Asha Deep Foundation (4 hours, Free)
  • Trek to Tambdi Surla Falls (5 hours, INR 1,000)
  • Goa animal welfare society (4 hours, Free)
  • Reviving Goa's Traditional Crafts (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Beach Clean-up and Art Workshop (5 hours, INR 1,500)
  • Total Estimated Costs (17 hours, INR 3,000)

Useful Tips:

Spend an extra day to undertake bird watching at Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, or go scuba diving at Grande Island or explore the chapels and cathedrals throughout the region. Among other great adventures.

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