Appreciate this stunning country while you engage with local individuals as a volunteer in Thailand. From pristine beaches and remote mountain communities, to floating markets and bustling cities, Thailand will take your breath away. As a CCS Thailand volunteer in Bangkok, you'll be able to experience the fascinating juxtaposition of centuries old Buddhist tradition and a Southeast Asian metropolis.
...Thailand will take your breath away...
Over the years, many young Thai people have relocated to Bangkok in search of economic opportunity. This migration, however, has resulted in overcrowding in and around Bangkok, and has also put a serious strain on social resources. As a volunteer in Bangkok, you'll work side by side with local people to address these issues. For volunteers interested in child development, Thailand is of particular interest. Never having been colonized, the education system is quite unique, and will really benefit from your support.
Volunteer in Thailand to work to improve education for children, improve health and the sense of dignity among the elderly, or improve the quality of care for people with disabilities. No matter what you are passionate about, our Thailand volunteer program offers you an opportunity to apply your passion and make a lasting impact in a local community.
As a CCS volunteer, you'll have a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a community that's far from home in a way that is genuine, educational, and comfortable.
Volunteer in Thailand during summer months only
Each volunteer does their part in small and large ways working side-by-side with community members to contribute to effecting change in the following areas of work…
Set off with a group of your fellow volunteers on a scavenger hunt throughout Bangkok, armed with a map, instructions, and some Thai baht -- the national currency -- compliments of the CCS staff. You’ll take your first tuk-tuk, light a lotus candle in a Buddhist temple, and visit an open-air market where you’ll make some interesting purchases. Reconvene at Home-Base to share what you've learned and enjoy the unique fruits and vegetables you picked up at the market!
CCS Thai language classes will focus on spoken Thai. Your CCS Thai language instructor will teach you what you need to know to shop Bangkok’s famous markets, connect with the beneficiaries at your volunteer assignment, and communicate, in perfect Thai, just how spicy you like your tom yum soup.
Learn how to make traditional pad thai, a staple of Thai cuisine, with our CCS cook at the Home-Base kitchen. Follow along with your English recipe handout, and of course, you'll have a chance to dig in to an authentic Thai meal after all that hard work. Pass the Sriracha sauce, please!
An interest in Buddhism, the spiritual practice of about 95% of Thailand’s population, brings thousands of curious visitors to Thailand every year. With CCS, you'll have a chance to talk with a Buddhist monk in the comfort of your own Home-Base. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to learn all about Buddhism, from the basics, to common stereotypes and why there are no female monks. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, with CCS lectures, it's all fair game.
The CCS Thailand staff will take you to cultural, historic, and spiritual landmarks in and around Bangkok. Visit the central Grand Palace, a stunning example of classic Thai architecture. You'll find the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, which houses a gold statue of the sitting Buddha that's over 2000 years old. Next see the larger-than-life statue of the Reclining Buddha. The only problem you'll have here is finding a perfect camera angle to capture its impressive size.
Travel with CCS staff to farming communities outside of Bangkok. Float atop lotus fields and watch as workers cut and collect the delicate flowers. Next, visit an orchid farm and ogle the thousands of wild and hybrid specimens.
If you’re planning a trip to Chiang Mai, don't forget to visit its more rural neighbor, Chiang Rai. See how the hill tribes of Chiang Rai have preserved their heritage and way of life. Make your way up north to the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet. Stand atop a rocky cliff face for a view across the Mekong River valley to Laos, and take a moment to appreciate the region's incredible natural beauty as well as its complex history.
If you've ever fantasized about your ideal island paradise, chances are, you'll find it in Phuket. You'll have a busy schedule visiting Phuket’s Buddhist and Taoist temples and the nearly 8-foot tall Big Buddha. Set aside time to visit the outlying islands like Phi Phi where you can sip banana shakes swinging in a shaded hammock, or leap off of one of Phi Phi’s 70-foot-tall limestone cliffs into the turquoise bay below.
Vacation like a local with a trip down to Ko Chang and its neighboring islands in the Gulf of Thailand. Enjoy beaches less-traveled, hike to the tops of spectacular waterfalls, and splash around in natural pools. Give your legs a rest with an elephant ride through the island’s jungles; wear your swimsuit under your clothes so you can recline on the elephant’s back while it bathes itself in rivers, but watch out for its trunk or you might get a shower too!
You won't find a better gateway to Southeast Asia than Bangkok. Get off the typical tourist track and bike the backroads along the Mekong River, marking the border between Thailand and Laos, and check out the awe-inspiring Bay of Islands. Head south to Cambodia, home to Angkor Wat, the largest Hindu temple in the world. Follow the southern circuit through the rugged jungles of Malaysia, or splurge on a night’s stay at a hotel in Singapore.
From traditional Thai massage parlors to unparalleled cuisine ranging from national dishes like pad thai, to incredible fusion cuisine, you'll never go wrong spending your free time right in your own backyard. Join the crowd for a Muay Thai boxing match, or spend a day getting lost in the city's famous markets; whether you’re looking to stock up on Thai spices, or handmade trinkets, there’s a market for that! If you’re in search of some serenity, relax at a Thai spa.
Reserve your spot today with a deposit of just $275!
