4-Day Volunteer Itinerary in Goa

  1. Day 1: Visit Animal Sanctuary
    30 minutes (15 km) from Goa Dabolim Airport

    Experience wildlife rehabilitation at this Animal Sanctuary, home to over a hundred animals. Get the opportunity to volunteer in feeding, cleaning, and caring for animals like monkeys, birds, and deer. An expert guide provides insights into the animals' behavior, habitats, and the sanctuary's roles.

  2. Day 2: Help Teaching English
    20 minutes (9.5 km) from the animal sanctuary

    Join a volunteer program and initiate teaching English to local children in a village school. Interact with underprivileged kids and strengthen their foundations of the English language. Volunteer opportunities include classroom teaching, providing educational support, or creating and implementing your lesson plan.

  3. Day 3: Contribute to Ocean Conservation
    60 minutes (25 km) from the village school

    Work together with professional marine biologists and conservationists at a Marine Conservation Center. Learn about and help preserve marine life, including coral reefs, seagrasses, and mangroves. Volunteer activities include marine debris identification, beach cleanups, and ocean data analysis.

  4. Day 4: Contribute to Women Empowerment Program
    30 minutes (7.5 km) from the Marine Conservation Center

    Be a part of women's empowerment and participate in a program that provides vocational training to women from underprivileged communities. Help women learn and develop skills to earn a livelihood for their families. Volunteer activities include tailoring, handicrafts, computer, and English lessons.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Animal Sanctuary (2-3 hours, INR 200 per person)
  • Village School Volunteer (4-5 hours, Free)
  • Marine Conservation Center (3-4 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Women Empowerment Program (3-4 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (INR 700 per person)

Useful Tips

If you have an additional day to spare, explore the Goan cuisine with walking food tours. If you have less time, prioritize either the animal sanctuary or marine conservation center based on your personal interest.

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