Volunteer Teaching & Beach Experience in Thailand
Trip Details
Volunteer Teaching & Beach Experience in Thailand
Looking for a different volunteer experience in Thailand? Look no further as we’ve got you covered here at TRU! Our Volunteer Teaching & Beach Experience in Thailand is like no other, as you ‘teach and beach’ your way through your exciting week! After a day of working with little ones who are eager to learn from you, we will take you to a different beach every day, where you will be able to sit back, relax and unwind amidst white sand and crystal-clear blue waters. This programme provides the perfect balance of vocational experience and holiday fun, allowing you to do good and feel good at the same time!
Teach Children of all ages to give them a Better Start in Life
Teaching children of any age between 3 and 18, you will gain valuable experience, using different methods for different age groups. As state schools don’t commonly teach English, your input will be greatly appreciated here! In fact, the teachers themselves often enjoy picking up a few words in English themselves. This programme is, of course, not just about teaching English; it’s about helping these children to build their confidence levels, learning the value of an education, and daring to dream of future careers! So why not help to make a real difference to these children, whilst you explore Hua Hin and the many surrounding beaches that offer an idyllic place to relax and recharge your batteries.
Discover Stunning Thailand and its friendly Communities
You will have heard stories about Thailand’s incredible temples, vibrant communities and fascinating culture. Well, they are all true! And on this programme, you will have the opportunity to plan your own outings with fellow volunteers, to the most amazing places in the Hua Hin district and beyond! Hua Hin itself is a popular tourist destination, and you’ll find a wealth of bars, restaurants and beach resorts, as well as water sports, from kayaking to kite-surfing! You’ll also be able to relax and simply enjoy your time here at our comfortable accommodation, with pool, hammocks and communal areas, set against the hilly countryside of Prachuap Khiri Khan. Whatever you are looking for, you will find it in Thailand on your Volunteer Teaching & Beach Experience!
Why Volunteer Teaching & Beach Experience in Thailand?
- Take part in projects and experiences in Hua Hin while combining help with leisure
- Improve your teaching skills as you help children learn basic English language skills
- Broaden your knowledge of the local customs, history and culture
- Visit Hua Hin’s many beaches and enjoy its vibrant nightlife
- Stay in our spacious accommodation with swimming pool and communal areas
- Discover delicious authentic Thai cuisine with meals and beverages* included
*tea, coffee and drinking water
Get in touch to find out more or browse through our many other volunteer experiences.
Trip Itinerary
Teach youngsters in local schools in the morning and have a blast on the beach in the afternoon! On our Volunteer Teaching & Beach Experience in Thailand, you will help students to broaden their minds as you teach English and assist local staff with your own creative ideas, songs, games, and other fun activities.
Arrival
If this is your first week, you will be transferred directly from Bangkok to Hua Hin upon arrival. Depending on your previous week’s program, you will be transferred to Hua Hin after brunch
Dinner at Hua Hin centre
Mandatory Orientation Day
On the Monday of your first week at this location, you will join our orientation day, to familiarise yourself with the surroundings as well as local culture. Your programme will continue as usual from Tuesday onward throughout the rest of the week.
Schedule
- Introduction meeting, House rules, Setting Expectations, Health and Safety Advice and handling of documents.
- Thai Do’s and Don’ts, Thai Culture Lessons and Thai Language Lessons.
- Tour around the compound and local area where to find local shops, and arrange a sim-card if necessary.
- Visit a famous Buddhist temple nearby
- Lunch
- Visit the beach
Weekly Schedule
Monday to Friday
- Breakfast at Hua Hin Centre
- Volunteer Teaching
- Lunch
- Enjoy a local beach
- Dinner at Hua Hin Centre
Evenings and Weekends
After a day of volunteering, you can choose to come with us to the beach or explore your surroundings yourself. Many of our volunteers enjoy mixing with their new volunteer friends through the week and travel further afield at the weekends!
Please note: This schedule can be changed depending on weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances.
Places to Visit
Hua Hin is a lively fisherman-town and popular tourist destination, and it has a lot to offer besides just sunbathing, snorkelling and swimming at its golden beaches. Not only are there plenty of seafood restaurants and other eateries to choose from, but visitors can also enjoy golf, spas, shops, markets (including a popular night market), and Hua Hin’s Vana Nava water park. We recommend you also visit Khao Tekiab, a mountain at the end of the beach with a temple atop that overlooks the sea.
In addition, Hua Hin is surrounded by beautiful national parks and you might decide to go slightly further afield to explore the likes of the Pa La-U Waterfall, located 60 km west of Hua Hin on the south side of the Kaeng Krachan National Park. Alternatively, 45 km to the south of Hua Hin is the mystical Phraya Nakhon cave for the more adventurous!
Trip Accommodation
Hua Hin is one of Thailand’s most popular beach destinations and is located only 280km Southwest of Bangkok. Hua Hin is where the city meets the sea, and offers scrumptious seafood, lively markets, never-sleeping bars, long beaches and palm tree-decorated landscapes to enjoy during your stay!
About the Accommodation
Our centre is located in the hilly countryside of Prachuap Khiri Khan province amidst green surroundings. The accommodation consists of spacious rooms and you have a choice of standard, private or comfort accommodation. Further, there is a common area with a refrigerator, hammocks and a large communal swimming pool where you can relax with friends in the evenings.
Available Room Types
- Standard shared rooms 4 people share on a single-gender basis
- Private rooms 1-4 people
- Comfort rooms 1-2 people
Food Arrangements
Thai cuisine is really something to get excited about! Typical dishes include plenty of rice or noodle dishes with vegetables and occasionally some meat, along with seasonal fruits for dessert. Vegetarians can be catered for – just let us know! However, if you are a picky eater or have dietary restrictions, you might want to consider supplementing our menu with your own western type foods and snacks that are more to your liking. From our accommodation and you can use our bikes to ride to a few convenience stores nearby.
Facilities
Most of your day will be spent in Hua Hin city centre, where all amenities can be found.
Activities & Events
Monday Evening
We will visit the night market in Hua Hin city. Try some of the delicious local food that is freshly cooked and instantly served to you. Taste a variety of inexpensive street food.
Wednesday Evening
Another trip to the vast night market in Hua Hin city! There is so much to see (and eat!) here that one night is just not enough!
Friday Evening
Tonight it’s the Cicada Market, a colourful night market offering freshly cooked food from different shopkeepers. Look around the many art exhibitions, see the local handmade products and souvenirs which are very attractive and listen to live music featuring local artists.
Trip Country Info
Thailand
Population: Approx. 67 million
Capital: Bangkok
Language: Thai
Currency: Baht (THB)
Time zone: ICT (UTC +7)
From trekking in the beautiful mountains of the north to enjoying the glorious beaches in the south and experiencing the hustle and bustle of the metropolis that is Bangkok, Thailand is certainly not a country that lacks variety.
Whilst it really is at the heart of Southeast Asia, bordered by Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia, its cultural identity remains very unique. As the only country in Southeast Asia to avoid European powers, the Thai are proud to refer to themselves as ‘The Land of the Free’ and many tourists might also know it as ‘The Land of Smiles’ due to its friendly people.
Thailand is not only a famous holiday and gap year travel destination, but one of the most exciting countries in the world. Gap year travel to Thailand enables you to experience the excitement of city life as well as the serenity of some of the most spectacular remote islands and countryside areas. By booking your gap year holiday to Thailand with TRU, you will be able to get a unique view of this amazing country that is difficult to replicate on your own. We have a fabulous selection of gap year adventures in Thailand from Gibbon encounters and Elephant Sanctuary work to Clayhouse building and volunteering programs.
With our range of ongoing programs, you can even compose your schedule the way you like it. With this flexibility it enables you to say when you are on site and when you spend time with the new friends you have made from all over the world. Have a look at our latest volunteering and gap year travel to Thailand below or give us a call to find out more about our exciting gap year programs in Thailand.
You can take this opportunity to mix and match projects tailor to your preference. Why pick one when you can pick several.
Participant Criteria & Requirements
Standard Requirements
Under 18, Parental Consent is Required |
DBS, Police Background Check |
Travel Insurance |
Additional Requirements
No requirements have been provided.
What's included
- 24/7 support in case of emergencies
- Accommodation
- Airport Pick up
- English speaking coordinator
- Meals
- Orientation
What's not included
- Airport drop off
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Vaccination
- Visa