BOOK THIS TRIPThailand House build challenge
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Also runs from:01/01/2007 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
14 days (ex Bangkok)
Highlights:
Intrepid challenges have partnered with the 'Habitat for Humanity' to offer a unique opportunity for volunteers to participate in rebuilding work in the SW of Thailand. This event offers the opportunity for travellers to really get involved with a community and help make a difference through fund-raising and hands on involvement. Participants will spend six days working together with local people constructing homes. The best part is that no prior building experience is required so anyone can join in!
Trip Code:
TCT
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 8, Maximum 15
Price:
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A holiday with a difference! Pay the trip costs and fundraise just $950 towards the building costs of the Habitat for Humanity program and join us on this life changing experience. Spend the first half helping to build houses as part of the tsunami recovery program and then relax in true holiday style at one of the most beautiful island locations in Thailand. Here you can just relax in style on the most stunning beaches or go kayaking, jungle trekking, snorkelling or even take Thai cooking classes. A unique opportunity to work along local families and local trades people to build much needed homes which not only provides security in their lifes but also hope. Nothing you do is wrong and everything you do is appreciated. A real sense of achievement. Time to explore Bangkok and relax on the beautiful Railay beach after all your hard work on the building site.
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meals included: Most meals included - see itinerary.
transport: Private bus, overnight train, boat & domestic flight
accommodation: Hotels and guesthouses: The standard will vary according to where we are and we ask for your patience, as at times things do not work the way you are used to at home. Sometimes there may be no electricity, the plumbing may be temperamental & there is only cold water. This will form part of the great memories!
budget: Allow for meals not included.
departs: 9th - 20th November 2007
important notes:
Next departure: 8th - 19th November 2008
Contact Mike Howell, Intrepid specialist on 03 9597 0798
To book this trip go to: www.intrepidchallenges.com (click on volunteer challenges)
Day 1 Bangkok
Meet at start hotel for leader briefing and overview of the volunteer program.
Day 2 Train to Krabe
Time to explore and get lost in this vibrant capital city. Take the overnight train to Krabe.
Day 3 Start of project
Arrive early morning. Meet with our Habitat representative for an overall pressntation ont eh work that is carried out in Thailand. Visit the build site for a safety briefing amd meet the families who you will help build their home.
Days 4 - 8 Volunteer building project
Transfer each day to the build site. Start work around 8.30 and finish around 4.30 before returning to our local hotel.
Days 9 - 12 Relax at Railay beach
Once the building is completed we take a local boat over to Railay beach to relax from our hard efforts. There are so many diversions and delights over teh next few days, including snorkelling, sea kayaking, diving, climbing or jungle trekking. Alternatively soak away the hours on the beautiful sandy beach.
Day 13 Flight to Bangkok
We drag ourselves away from this beach paradise returning to Krabe by boat. Transfer to the airport and fly back to Bangkok.
Day 14 Bangkok
You are free to leave any time this day.
To find out when we are conducting this and other Charity Challenges, please contact our Intrepid Challenges team:
Ph: 03 9597 0798
Email: challenges@intrepidtravel.com
Or visit: http://www.intrepidchallenges.com/
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