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    Project Summary

    What is the Construction in rural Cambodia all about?

    The project supports a local rural Cambodian school attended by over 300 students. Our local partner has built a school with the help of volunteers and local tradesmen in order to provide an education centre for the kids from the surrounding poor villages. As the school grows, it is in continuous need of new buildings, pathways, toilets, etc.

    This is a great project to work with the local community providing a pleasant environment for the villagers’ children and even working at local people’s houses if a renovation job arises.

    You will start your project with 1 week dedicated to learning about Cambodian customs, traditions, and pace of life. By getting to know the surrounding town and its facilities, you will have everything you need to make your stay memorable, as well as comfortable. You will be taken to the finest temples in the area and also participate in a Q&A session with local monks to enhance your understanding of Buddhism. During the culture week, you will be staying in the famous city of Siem Reap and the rural town of Samraong, where your building project will be. You will be given basic “survival” language classes and learn traditional Cambodian cooking techniques, with the chance to sample your work.


    Why choose this Construction project in rural Cambodia?

    • Improve the quality of life for underprivileged citizens in and around Samraong
    • Assist the locals with construction and renovation efforts in an organized team
    • Create cultural exchange opportunities through our efforts with the locals
    • Gain practical experience in light renovation work

    Role of the Community volunteer

    During your first week, your role will be to remain flexible and take it all in to familiarise yourself with your new home away from home and its culture. During your second week, you will have the opportunity to learn about light construction work such as painting, cleaning or renovating playgrounds, building houses and sanitation facilities amongst others. You can expect to engage in construction work 4-5 hours a day.


    What skills do I need to be a construction volunteer in Cambodia?

    This project does not need any specific construction skills, as you will learn on-the-go.
    For those of you with artistic talent, you will have the opportunity to help decorate walls with murals.

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    WHY JOIN THE PROJECT

    Broaden your knowledge of Cambodia’s customs, history and culture

     

    Make new friends

    Learn new skills while having fun!

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    PROJECT TESTIMONIALS

    Finn Ingham’s experience in Cambodia
    "The project is fulfilling and I feel like I am helping to speed the process of the construction of the new building even if only a little. It is often very tiring and I can be drenched in sweat by the end of the day but I know the project is worthwhile and what with all the children running around ...
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    The Location

    Where will I work in Cambodia?

    About the Location

    The first 2 days, you will be staying in Siem Reap where you will take part in an excursion to Wat Thmey, visit the Museum of War dedicated to the Civil War, explore Artisant D’Angkor, visit the Lucky Mall and Pub Street’s famous night market. You will also get the chance to visit a silk farm and West Baray. You will then be transferred to Samraong, located in northwestern Cambodia, close to the border with Thailand. You will be located in a small, rural village located on the outskirts of town. This remote location will give you a taste of what rural Cambodia looks and feels like, while at the same time allowing you to explore some of Cambodia’s highlights, as Siem Reap is located only two hours away.

    Accommodation

    The accommodation is simple and natural for sharing your room with 2-3 other volunteers. You will have access to a communal area where you can eat, relax, meet fellow participants or use the free Wifi.

    What to do in your Spare Time

    Everything in Siem Reap is within a 10-minute bike ride away. Moreover, Angkor Wat and its adjacent temples are only a 20-minute ride away. Phare Circus, the number one non-temple attraction in Siem Reap is located within walking distance of the house where you will be staying. The circus showcases juggling, acrobatics, aerial arts, theatre and dance performances!
    In Samraong, there are bikes available for you to borrow and go explore your local surroundings. There is a nearby park where you can relax or play volleyball with the locals during your free time.

    With Siem Reap only two hours away from the accommodation, participants often opt to head there during the weekends to explore.

    Details & Costs

    • Duration: 2+ weeks
    • Cost: £880 / $1539 for 2 weeks
      £229 / $401 for each additional weeks.
    • Requirements: Age 16+ and basic level of English
    • Location: Siem Reap and Samraong
    • Project activities: construction, renovation, painting, etc…
    • Working hours: 8 am – 1pm
    • Project availability: All Year Round
    • Arrival day: Saturday

    What is included

    • Accommodation: Shared room in the volunteer house
    • Food: 3 meals on weekdays, 2 on weekends
    • Scheduled airport pick up from REP (Siem Reap International Airport)
    • Training: Pre-departure information pack, learning reflection guide, on-site orientation, cultural tour and project induction provided
    • Support: 24-hour support from the on-site coordinator
    • Assistance with planning your weekend excursions from local staff
    • Fundraising Guide

     

    What is not included

    • Flights
    • Insurance
    • Visas
    • Daily transfers to and from the project
    • Police/Government Background Check; US and UK citizens will be processed through Kaya (admin fee applies) all other nationalities must provide local police check.
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    Pictures from our Construction project in rural Cambodia

    Building pathway
    Cutting wood
    Local person
    Local tuk tuk
    Samraong - Cooking lessons
    Samraong - Greenway School - Participant with student (2)
    Siem Reap - Artisant D’Angkor
    Siem Reap - Wat Thmey - Monk
    Tuk Tuk

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    GET PREPARED When you’ve been accepted onto your project we’ll send you your Welcome Pack and lots of other helpful information to assist you with preparing for your placement.

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