Volunteer in Sri Lanka
Island jewel of Indian Ocean
Sunny beaches, fascinating ancient cities, beautiful wildlife, wondrous traditions and smiling people - they can all be found in Sri Lanka – a true paradise for travelers and volunteers. Yet, this nation has suffered from heartbreaking twenty years of civil war and political unrest. But there is renewed hope now with the war over and peace returning. The country is busy with plethora of development activities and there couldn’t be a better time to come to Sir Lanka. Global Crossroad’s volunteer in Srilanka attempts to help wonderful people. Our Srilanka volunteer projects are both challenging and educational and they are sure to make your Sri Lankan volunteering experience unique, unforgettable and unforgettable.
Dates and Prices
All volunteer work in Srilanka begin on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month.Global Crossroad is committed to offering quality volunteer in Sri Lanka programs, yet we keep price as a focus. We strive to keep costs low in order to share these savings with our volunteers. The humanitarian side of the business is our passion and we are dedicated to perpetuating low-cost programs that enable as many volunteers as possible to cross borders and embrace the neediest souls of humanity.
Global Crossroad's application fee: US $199. In addition to the application fee, volunteers are required to pay weekly program fee. The program fee includes the costs of accommodations, meals, personal international travel insurance, local (in-country) staff salaries, monetary donations to volunteer projects and other field (in-country) costs.
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Sri Lanka Volunteer Program: Accommodations/Meals/Field Support
In Global Crossroad’s volunteer in Sri Lanka program weekly fees include management of volunteers’ meal plans and accommodations throughout projects and travel options. Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) will be provided and will consist of local ingredients and feature traditional cuisine choices for Sri Lanka. Our meal program can accommodate vegetarian needs; however, we are not able to provide for other dietary restrictions. Food and drinks outside of mealtimes are the volunteer’s responsibility. In most cases, there are restaurants and markets nearby the homes in which our volunteers stay.
During your volunteer work in Srilanka, we normally place our volunteers with a host family. Volunteers usually have a single bedroom, but may occasionally share a room with another volunteer of the same gender. Our host families are chosen carefully and are esteemed community members, who have experience in the realm of hosting international travelers. Host family residences are in comfortable, clean and safe neighborhoods and rooms are simply furnished and tidy. Staying with a host family can offer the support system a volunteer will crave during their program and it is a great way to learn about a host country’s culture and customs. Most volunteers who have stayed with a host family note that their stay truly enriched their entire experience abroad. Orphanage volunteers might have the opportunity to stay with the children as many orphanages provide private rooms for international volunteers. These volunteer rooms will normally be shared with a volunteer of the same gender.
A unique and important part of Global Crossroad’s successful volunteer abroad programs is our volunteer support in-country. We put safety and comfort first as we deliver enriching and consistent experiences for our international travelers. Our support is multi-faceted while volunteers are in Sri Lanka and our staff is in contact with our volunteers on a regular basis either with face-to-face visits or via phone/email. Key support comes from our country coordinator and in-country field staff. These individuals are employed by our company and committed to ensuring your experience the best it can be. Your chosen project staff and host family offers support as well, and they are familiar with working with international volunteers and accustomed to answering questions and providing guidance. Volunteers also have access to our country coordinator’s mobile number for emergencies. With longer assignments, our field staff visits regularly (every 2-4 weeks) to ensure the experience is meeting your expectations. Sometimes an assignment may be too far to visit physically, so staff members will touch-base via phone/email. You are also welcome to stop in the offices at any time. You are never alone.
Specific details regarding accommodations, food and contact details for our local coordinator will be provided in personalized volunteer placement documentation prior to arrival.
Frequently asked questions - Sri Lanka
Application Information
- When should I apply for a volunteer/internship assignment in Sri Lanka?
- What happens once I submit my documents and application to Global Crossroad?
- How long does it take to process my application?
- What documents do I need to submit with my application?
- Are there any necessary requirements to participate in the Sri Lanka based volunteer programs?
Visa Information
Placement Information
- Who manages the volunteer projects in Sri Lanka?
- What are the daily schedules of the projects?
- Where are the projects located?
- What is the language spoken in Sri Lanka?
- When are the Sri Lanka based assignments available?
- How long can I volunteer in Sri Lanka?
Arrival and Departure Information
- Who will arrange my flight to Sri Lanka?
- At which airport should I arrive?
- If my assignment begins on Monday, when should I arrive in Sri Lanka?
- Will someone pick me from the airport?
- If so, how will I know who they are and where they are?
- What should I do if my flight is delayed?
- How can I get to my accommodations from the airport, if I did not connect with Global Crossroad's local representative in the airport?
- What do I need prior to departure from my home country?
- If I want to arrive earlier than when my assignment begins, where do I stay and who will organize the accommodations?
- When should I depart from Sri Lanka?
- From which airport shall I depart?
- Who will bring me to the airport for my departure?
Living Accomodation / Meal Information
- Who will arrange my accommodations and what are they?
- Are single rooms available?
- If I arrive with my friend, or girlfriend/boyfriend, can we stay together?
- Will there be other foreign volunteers/interns at my placement?
- What are the bathroom facilities like?
- What are the laundry arrangements?
- Can I use appliances if I bring them from my home country?
- Who manages my meals? Can you accommodate special diets?
- Is the running tap water safe for drink?
- Are there hot and cold-water facilities available?
- Will bottled water be provided?
Health and Safety
- How safe is Sri Lanka?
- What are the principle health risks in Sri Lanka?
- Is the food safe if I buy it from a street vendor?
- What are the sanitary conditions in Sri Lanka?
Money
- Are ATMs easily available?
- If yes, which debit and credit cards are accepted?
- What is the local currency and how do I know the exchange rate?
- Where should I exchange my money?
- How much money should I bring with me?
- Is it safe to carry cash with me?
Communication
- How do I contact with Global Crossroad's local coordinator?
- How do I contact my family and friends once I arrive in Sri Lanka?
- How can my family members contact me?
- Can I bring my telephone from my home country?
Culture and Custom
- Is there a special dress code that I should follow while staying in Sri Lanka?
- What should I know about religious conduct in Sri Lanka?
- How do I respect the people of Sri Lanka?
More Information about Sri Lanka
Climate
- What is weather like in Sri Lanka?
- Official Sri Lankan Holidays
- What about tipping in Sri Lanka?
- Materials to Bring
NOTE: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) is generic information and should not be used as a definitive travel guide. Travel information and situations abroad change constantly. Participants should consult Global Crossroad or travel advisors to verify this information.
