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VOLUNTOURS #ExperienceLife
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Wherever you want to go, we are there for you. We currently operate in over 70 countries across 5 continents. Independent travel made easy! Booking with us is like travelling on your own, but with a travel expert taking care of all of the logistics. We take care of all the planning, logistics, and booking so you can simply enjoy your holiday. Your happiness is our priority! We take care of you before, during and after your trip. This ethos has earned us a 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. We can take you wherever your heart desires, from the simplest of routes to the most unique and specialised itineraries.
Access your trip online and manage your own itinerary with just a few clicks for an easy, stress-free travel experience. We offer the best quality transportation, experiences, and accommodation with trusted local operators at the most competitive rates. We know that travel plans change, so we are here to help you adjust your trip before you go and as you travel. We’ve spent years selecting the best experiences and partners so you can interact with locals, immerse yourself in nature, learn about cultures and go on adventures that will change the way you see the world. No matter what your budget, time-frame, interests, travel style, we’ll help you find an adventure that suits all your travel needs.
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Life is made of experiences, so get out there and do things you’ve never done before and will never forget! Dine with a local family in Singapore, hike a volcano, go sand-boarding, stay with a local Mayan family, or snorkel in underground caves.
Being passionate and enjoying what you do is the only guaranteed path to happiness. Here at Bamba we are passionate about creating unique and genuine travel experiences to help travellers discover the best of every destination.
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Travel Styles Choose from our diverse travel styles, with options for every type of explorer!
1-3 weeks Departures generally once a week Give back as you travel by adding a volunteer experience to your journey. Work in local communities and go on excursions to must-see destinations. Volunteer while discovering a new destination Choose your program and location Transport, experiences, accommodation & most meals included Packages range from small-group to independent
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VOLUNTOURS Travel and volunteering combined
Travel and volunteering combined Participate in a volunteer program of your choice to add a new dimension to your travel experience! • Give back to the local communities & support responsible tourism • Enjoy enriching cultural experiences & adventurous excursions • Choose the program and the location that feels right for you • Choose from a range of independent or small group voluntours • Create a deeper consciousness of the world we live in
Bamba Voluntours Galapagos & Peru - Pages 14, 15, 16 Help preserve native plants in the Galapagos and see the Equator line. In Cuzco, work with children and choose to go on a Machu Picchu Trek or visit the Amazon Jungle. You can also volunteer in the Amazon to help preserve and explore the world’s most diverse ecosystem!
Colombia, Bolivia & Chile - Pages 14, 17 Volunteer with local children in Colombia and see the incredible countryside and bustling Bogota, travel to La Paz to support marginalised Bolivians and see the unbelievable Uyuni Salt Flats and Lake Titicaca, or go to Santiago to work with children, animals, or the environment and discover the bustling capital and charming seaside towns.
Costa Rica - Page 18 Work with a sea turtle project to help protect these incredible creatures, then head to the Monteverde Cloud Forest and Arenal Volcano for unforgettable adventure activities in unparalleled natural beauty.
Kenya & South Africa - Page 19 Work in a local school in a colourful Maasai Mara village and enjoy a classic African Safari, or spend an unforgettable week in Cape Town working with impoverished children before travelling the stunning Garden Route.
Vietnam & Thailand - Page 20 Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Saigon working with marginalised locals and see the mysterious Mekong Delta and the Sand Dunes of Mui Ne, or travel to Chiang Mai to work alongside local communities or monks and discover the incredible nature of Northern Thailand.
India, Nepal & Sri Lanka - Page 21 Volunteer in Goa or Jaipur in enchanting India working with women, children, or animals, ascend high into the Himalayas to work in vibrant Kathmandu, or travel to verdant Sri Lanka to volunteer in the bustling and vibrant capital. Enjoy weekend excursions to discover the enchanting nature and culture of South Asia.
COLOMBIA & GALAPAGOS VOLUNTOURS SOUTH AMERICA Voluntour, Galapagos
14 Days
Colombia Voluntour
FROM
$1057 USD
Start / Finish: Bogota
Departs: Tuesdays
HIGHLIGHTS Volunteer in the heart of Colombia’s coffee region Learn everything about coffee in Manizales Take a fun bicycle tour through the city of Bogota
VOLUNTOURS 14
10 Days
Galapagos Voluntour
FROM
$1130 USD
Start: Quito / Finish: Galapagos Islands
Departs: Fridays.
HIGHLIGHTS Volunteer to preserve plant species in the Galapagos Experience the equator line on a day trip from Quito Enjoy a free day to discover the Galapagos on your own
Volunteer to participate in an invaluable cultural exchange in the culturally rich coffee region of Colombia and discover Bogota by bike.
Volunteer in the Galapagos Islands to help preserve native plant species and spend a few days in Quito to see the city and the equator line.
Arrive to Bogota on Day 1, get picked up at the airport and transferred to your accommodation for check-in. Learn about the history, culture, and major landmarks of the capital city on a fun bicycle tour on Day 2. Travel to Manizales on Day 3 and enjoy a coffee farm tour where you will learn about the process, history, and culture of coffee cultivation in Colombia on Day 4. Then, enjoy a free day in beautiful Manizales on Day 5. Take a bus to Ibague on Day 6 where you will start your volunteer project and spend Days 7-11 doing volunteer work with children, helping with teaching, homework, and life skills, coordinating sports activities, and doing planning. On Day 12 transfer back to Bogota and then enjoy a free day on Day 13. Your adventure will come to an end as you check out of your accommodation on Day 14.
Quito airport pick-up on Day 1 and free time to enjoy the city. On Day 2, have a morning briefing on the program and then take a day tour to the Equator Line “La Mitad del Mundo”. On Day 3, take a flight to San Cristobal Island (not included) to get settled in for your week of volunteering. On Days 4-8 you will begin working to preserve native plant species. Work out in the field on a local farm, participate in an invaluable cultural exchange and take away unexpected insights and lessons learned. Occasionally you may have the chance to see giant Galapagos tortoises in the field! On Day 9 enjoy a free day to participate in optional activities in the Galapagos. Your trip will come to an end on Day 10 as you are transferred back to the San Cristobal airport for your return flight back to Quito (not included).
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Transport: Bogota Airport Pick-Up, Buses To Manizales, Ibague, Bogota. Experiences: 5 Days Volunteering, Bogota Bike Tour, Coffee Farm Tour. Accommodation: 13 Nights (4N Bogota Hostel, 3N Manizales Hostel, 6N Ibague Homestay or Volunteer House). Meals: 12B/5L/5D. Not Included: Airport Drop-off (Optional).
Transport: Quito Airport Transfers, Galapagos Airport Transfers, Transfers To/From Volunteer Project & Tours. Experiences: Briefing, Equator Line Day Trip, 5 Days Volunteering. Accommodation: 9 Nights Shared Rooms (2N Quito Student House, 7N Galapagos Volunteer House). Meals: None. Not Included: Flights, Galapagos Fees (US$120), Extra Weeks Volunteering.
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GALAPAGOS & PERU VOLUNTOURS
SOUTH AMERICA Voluntour, Peru
16 Days
Galapagos & Peru Voluntour Start: Quito / Finish: Cuzco
FROM
$1714 USD Departs: Fridays.
HIGHLIGHTS Volunteer with local communities in Galapagos & Cuzco Discover the Equator & see Sacred Valley by motorbike Take exciting local day trips in colourful Quito and Cuzco
15 Days
Peru Voluntour & Machu Picchu Experience Start / Finish: Cuzco
FROM
$1477 USD Departs: Sundays
HIGHLIGHTS Experience the Sacred Valley Volunteer with children in Cuzco Trek in the Andes to Machu Picchu Participate in an invaluable cultural exchange in the historically rich city of Cuzco and trek through the Andes to reach breathtaking Machu Picchu.
Get picked up at the Quito airport on Day 1 and enjoy free time to wander around the city. On Day 2, have a morning briefing on the program and take a tour to the Equator Line. On Day 3, take a flight to San Cristobal Island (not included) to get settled in for your week of volunteering. On Days 4-8 you will start your hard but rewarding work on a local farm to preserve native plant species. Occasionally you may have the chance to see incredible giant Galapagos tortoises in the field! On Day 9 enjoy a free day to participate in optional activities. Fly from Galapagos to Lima on Day 10 and from Lima to Cuzco on Day 11 (flights not included). Begin your Cuzco volunteer project on Days 12-14 at a local school. Take a 4x4 motorbike ride to Maras & Moray in the Sacred Valley on Day 15 before your trip ends with a Cuzco Airport drop-off on Day 16.
Arrive at Cuzco airport on Day 1, transfer to your accommodation and free day to acclimatize. On Days 2-5 you will volunteer on a daily basis and have free time in the evenings to relax, practice your Spanish and enjoy the city of Cuzco on your own. On Day 6 participate to an exciting city tour to discover the magic and beauty of this former Inca capital. Take an adventurous 4x4 motorbike tour to see some of the Sacred Valley’s most interesting sites on Day 7, and head over to the Vilcanota River for an exciting rafting experience ending with a fun zipline adventure on Day 8. Do some more volunteering on Days 9-10 before beginning a 4-day trek to Machu Picchu on Day 11. Return to Cuzco on Day 14 for one last night before being dropped off at Cuzco airport on Day 15, where the trip will come to an end.
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Transport: All Airport & Land Transfers. Experiences: 8 Days Volunteering with Briefings, Equator Line Trip, Maras and Moray 4x4 Motorbike Trip. Accommodation: 15N Basic Shared Rooms (2N Quito Student House, 7N Galapagos Volunteer House, 1N Lima Hostel, 5N Cuzco Hostel). Meals: 6B. Not Included: Flights, Galapagos Fees (US$120), Extra Weeks Volunteering.
Transport: Airport Transfers, Transport on Tours. Experiences: 7-Day Volunteering, Cuzco City Tour, Maras & Moray 4x4 Motorbike, Rafting & Zipline, Machu Picchu Trek 4D/3N (with Entrance Fees). Accommodation: 11N Cuzco Hostel, 3N Camping on Trek. Meals: 13B/3L/3D. Other: Donation Fee. Not included: Optional Extra Weeks of Volunteering.
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ADVENTURE TRIPS VOLUNTOURS
Volunteer in Ecuador and Peru on two different and enriching projects as you immerse yourself in rich local culture and nature with exciting activities.
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PERU
VOLUNTOURS SOUTH AMERICA Peru Voluntour
15 Days
Amazon Voluntour & Machu Picchu
Start / Finish: Cuzco
FROM
$1999 USD Departs: Fridays
HIGHLIGHTS Volunteer to help conserve the Amazon Jungle Explore Maras & Moray with a 4x4 Motorbike Tour Take a train to the majestic Machu Picchu ruins
VOLUNTOURS 16
21 Days
Peru Voluntour, Machu Picchu Trek & Amazon
FROM
$2054 USD
Start/ Finish: Cuzco
Departs: Sundays
HIGHLIGHTS Volunteer in the historical city of Cuzco Trek to the mystical site of Machu Picchu Go deep into the Amazon Jungle
Help conserve the nature of the Amazon Jungle, the world’s most diverse ecosystem, and explore the highlights of Peru including Machu Picchu.
Volunteer in Cuzco helping children, teenagers and young adults with daily activities, and trek to Machu Picchu before reaching the Amazon Jungle.
On Day 1 you will be picked up at the Cuzco airport. On Day 2 enjoy a free day before taking an overnight bus to Puerto Maldonado. On Days 3-9 volunteer at the Taricaya Ecological Reserve, helping with daily activities related to the conservation of the Amazon Rainforest and its unique wildlife, under the guidance of the staff of trained biologists and local nature experts. During your stay in Taricaya, you will also enjoy a tour of jewel-like Lake Sandoval. On the evening of Day 9 take an overnight bus back to Cuzco and enjoy a free day upon arrival on Day 10. Go for an exciting Maras & Moray 4x4 Motorbike Tour on Day 11 and take a city tour of Cuzco on Day 12. On Days 13-14 discover the famous Sacred Valley and take a train to the one and only Machu Picchu for a guided visit. End with a Cuzco airport drop-off on Day 15.
Arrive at Cuzco airport on Day 1, transfer to your accommodation for free time to acclimatize. On Days 2-5 you will volunteer daily with free time in the evenings to relax, practice your Spanish and enjoy Cuzco on your own. On Day 6 participate in an exciting city tour to discover the magic and beauty of this former Inca capital. Take a 4x4 motorbike tour to see some of the Sacred Valley’s most interesting sites on Day 7, and head over to the Vilcanota River for an exciting rafting & zipline experience on Day 8. Do some more volunteering on Day 9 and 10 before beginning the 4-day trek to Machu Picchu on Day 11. Take a free day in Cuzco on Day 15 and board a night bus to Puerto Maldonado on Day 16. Enjoy a 3-day Amazon Jungle Experience, returning in an overnight bus to Cuzco on Day 20 for one last night before being dropped off at Cuzco airport on Day 21.
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Transport: Airport Transfers, Roundtrip Night Buses Cuzco - Puerto Maldonado. Experiences: 5-Day Volunteering, Lake Sandoval Tour, Maras & Moray 4x4 Tour, Cuzco Tour, Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu 2D/1N. Accommodation: 12 Nights (5N Hostel, 3* or 4* Hotel in Cuzco, 6N Shared Room in Rustic Bungalow, 1N 3*/4* Hotel in Aguas Calientes) + 2 Night Buses. Meals: 13B/7L/7D.
Transport: Airport Transfers, Transport on Tours, 2 Night Buses. Experiences: 7-Day Volunteering, Cuzco City Tour, Maras & Moray 4x4 Motorbike, Rafting & Zipline, Machu Picchu Trek 4D/3N (w/ Entry Fees), Puerto Maldonado 3D/2N. Accommodation: 20 Nights (13N Cuzco Hostel, 3N Camping, 2 Night Buses, 2N Jungle Eco-Lodge) Meals: 18B/5L/5D.
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BOLIVIA & CHILE VOLUNTOURS
SOUTH AMERICA
Voluntour, Chile
15 Days
Bolivia Voluntour
FROM
$1232 USD
Start / Finish: La Paz
Departs: Saturdays
HIGHLIGHTS Volunteer to help marginalized Bolivians Discover the otherworldly Uyuni Salt Flats Experience Lake Titicaca and Isla del Sol
14 Days
Chile Voluntour
FROM
$1299 USD
Start / Finish: Santiago
Departs: Thursdays
HIGHLIGHTS Volunteer in the Chilean capital city of Santiago Take a walking tour through picturesque Valparaiso Ride along city streets on a Santiago bike city tour Volunteer to participate in an invaluable cultural exchange in the culturally rich city of Santiago and discover Chile’s charming coast.
You will be picked up from the La Paz airport upon arrival on Day 1 and discover La Paz on a city tour through the eyes of a local on Day 2. On Days 3-7 you will work in your volunteer project at the REMAR Foundation, an institution that services disadvantaged and marginalized Bolivians. Work with social support programs that aim to promote rehabilitation and social reintegration. On Day 8 enjoy a free day before taking an overnight bus to Uyuni. Enjoy an unforgettable adventure to the otherworldly Uyuni Salt Flats on Days 9-11. Discover unique landscapes, multi-coloured lagoons, geysers and natural hot springs before taking a night bus back to La Paz. Enjoy free time on Day 12 and travel to Lake Titicaca and the sacred Isla del Sol on Days 13-14. End your trip on Day 15 with an airport drop-off in La Paz. We wish you safe travels on your journey onward.
Arrive to Santiago on Day 1 and get picked up at airport. On Day 2 you will choose a bike tour to learn about Santiago’s history and vivid personality through the eyes and ears of a local before enjoying free time in the capital on Day 3. Transfer to your homestay on Day 4, meet your host family and get settled in for your week of volunteering. Spend Days 5-9 at your project, volunteering to help children in need, care for stray cats and dogs at a local shelter, or to protect and conserve the environment. On Day 10 transfer to the bus station for your bus to UNESCO World Heritage town of Valparaiso. See the charming city on a walking tour on Day 11 and enjoy free time to relax or explore on Day 12. Say goodbye to the coast and return to Santiago for your last night on Day 13. Your amazing trip will end on Day 14 after check-out.
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Transport: La Paz Airport Transfers, Transfers Between Cities. Experiences: La Paz Local City Encounter, 5-Day Volunteering, Uyuni Salt Flats 3D/2N (Entrance Fees Excluded), Isla del Sol 2D/1N. Accommodation: 12 Nights (9N La Paz Hostel or 3* Hotel, 2N Uyuni Basic Shared Rooms, 1N Isla del Sol Lodge) + 2 Night Buses. Meals: 12B/5L/2D.
Transport: Santiago Airport Pick-Up, Bus To/From Valparaiso. Experiences: 5 Days Volunteering (Transfers to Volunteer Project Not Included), Santiago Bike Tour, Valparaiso Walking Tour. Accommodation: 13 Nights (4N Santiago Hostel, 6N Santiago Homestay, 3N Valparaiso Hostel). Meals: 13B/6D. Not Included: Airport Drop-off (Optional).
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ADVENTURE TRIPS VOLUNTOURS
Discover the incredible natural surroundings and rich culture of Bolivia while giving back to the community with a volunteer project.
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COSTA RICA VOLUNTOUR SOUTH AMERICA
CENTRAL AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
Voluntour, Costa Rica
15 Days
Costa Rica Voluntour
Start / Finish: San Jose
Note: During the volunteering you will be with a group. The rest of the trip is self-guided.
FROM
$1199 USD
Daily Departures
HIGHLIGHTS Work with a sea turtle project Spend 5 days at Montezuma Beach Learn about sugarcane & coffee Go ziplining in Monteverde Visit the scenic Arenal Volcano Relax in the Baldi Hot Springs Enjoy Costa Rican nature & people Spend five days volunteering with a sea turtle project to help ensure these endearing creatures are around for future generations to admire. Hike through misty cloud forests and get your heart racing on activities in the lush wilderness.
DAY ITINERARY
VOLUNTOURS
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01-07
San Jose - Montezuma Get picked up at the airport and transferred to your accommodation on Day 1. Travel to Montezuma on Day 2 and immerse yourself into a 5 day conservation project that protects endangered sea turtles. Depending on the season, you’ll help with nighttime beach patrols, monitor or reinforce the baby turtle hatchery and more. Work to protect these fragile and defenseless animals in their habitat. Inclusions: Airport Pick-Up, Shuttle San Jose to Montezuma, 5 Days Volunteering, 1N San Jose Hostel, 6N Montezuma Volunteer House Dorm, Meals 6B/5L/6D.
08-10
Montezuma - La Fortuna Travel to La Fortuna at the base of the Arenal Volcano and enjoy a free afternoon. Walk in the forest at Arenal Volcano National Park and soak in hot springs on Day 9 before enjoying a free day on Day 10. Inclusions: Shuttle Montezuma to La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano & Baldi Hot Springs Tour, 3N La Fortuna Hostel, Meals 1B/1D.
11-13
La Fortuna - Monteverde Travel to Monteverde’s Cloud Forest on Day 11 and enjoy a free afternoon. On Day 12, learn about local farm culture and the cultivation and processing of sugarcane, coffee and cocoa. Take a zip line tour on Day 13 for amazing views of the verdant forest and coast. Inclusions: Shuttle La Fortuna to Monteverde, Sugar Mill “Trapiche” Tour, Zip Line Experience, 3N Monteverde Hostel.
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Monteverde - San Jose Transfer back to San Jose on Day 14 for some last-minute shopping. Get dropped off at the airport on Day 15 as this amazing adventure comes to an end. Inclusions: Shuttle Monteverde to San Jose, Airport Drop-Off, 1N San Jose Hostel, Meal 1B.
San Jose Airport Transfers, Transport To/From Volunteering & Tours, Shuttles Between Cities. 5 Days Volunteering, Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs, Trapiche Tour, Zipline Experience. 14 Nights in Hostels (2N San Jose, 6N Montezuma Volunteer House Dorm, 3N La Fortuna, 3N Monteverde). 8B/5L/7D.
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AFRICA VOLUNTOURS AFRICA
Voluntour, Africa
10 Days
Voluntour, Africa
Masai Mara Voluntour Start / Finish: Nairobi
FROM
$1533 USD
Departures on Saturdays School closed in April, August, December
HIGHLIGHTS Work with Masai Mara children at a local school Participate in the daily lifestyle of an authentic Masai village Take unforgettable safaris in Masai Mara Game Reserve
16 Days
South Africa & Garden Route Voluntour Start / Finish: Cape Town
FROM
$1372 USD Departures on Fridays
HIGHLIGHTS Spend a week working with disadvantaged children Enjoy beautiful Cape Town on city tours and surf-lessons Travel the unforgettable Garden Route and Wilderness Spend an unforgettable two weeks in Cape Town working with impoverished children before travelling the stunning Garden Route and beautiful Wilderness.
Arrive to Nairobi Airport on Day 1 and get transferred to your eco-camp. On Day 2 travel to the Masai Mara Community, admiring stunning landscapes in the Great Rift Valley along the way. Begin your 5-day volunteering in a local school on Days 3-7, helping out with daily tasks, lessons and/or building projects. Use your free time to explore the village and learn about the local lifestyle and the unique traditions, and take optional nature walks with a local guide. On Day 8 enjoy a full-day safari drive to see beautiful African mammals and birds. Have a picnic lunch at the Mara River before returning to the village to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. Enjoy a morning game drive on Day 9 before travelling back to Nairobi for one last night. On Day 10 get dropped-off at the airport where your unforgettable adventure will end.
On Days 1-3 get picked up at the airport, enjoy a welcome BBQ dinner, a city walking tour or hop-on hop-off bus, and a 2-hour surfing lesson in Cape Town. On Days 4-8 you will volunteer in a local school working with impoverished children. Volunteer work may include helping the children with homework, English, lesson plans, administration, developmental activities or vegetable garden. Days 9-10 have a choice of Cape Town activities. On Day 11, go canoeing in Wilderness NP and overnight at Myoli Beach. On Day 12 travel to Knysna and take a nature walk in Tsitsikamma NP, ending the day in Jeffreys Bay. On Day 13, take a 2-hour game drive in Addo Elephant NP. On Day 14 visit an ostrich farm and Cango Caves en route to Oudtshoorn. Spend a day in Cango Wildlife Ranch on Day 15, then return to Cape Town along the scenic Route 62. Get dropped off at the airport on Day 16.
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Transport: Nairobi Airport Transfers, Transfers To/From Masai Mara, Volunteering & Safaris. Experiences: 5-days Volunteering, 2 Safaris in Masai Mara with Park Fees. Accommodation: 9 Nights (2N Camping Nairobi, 7N Masai Mara Camping/Traditional Hut). Meals: 9B/9L/9D. Other: Optional Extra Days of Volunteering.
Transport: Airport Pick-Up/Drop-off, Transfers during Volunteering & Tours. Experiences: 5 Days Volunteering, Cape Town Tour, Surf Lesson, Choice of Cape Town Activities, 5 Days Garden Route Tour. Accommodation: 15N Hostels (4N Cape Town, 7N Cape Town Volunteer House Dorm, 1N Sedgefield, 2N Jeffreys Bay, 1N Oudtshoorn). Meals: 10B/5L/10D.
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ADVENTURE TRIPS VOLUNTOURS
Embark on an unforgettable trip to an authentic Masai Mara village to volunteer at a local school and learn about the unique local way of life.
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ASIA
SOUTH AMERICA
VIETNAM & THAILAND VOLUNTOURS
Voluntour, Vietnam
14 Days
Vietnam Voluntour
FROM
Start / Finish: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
$1241 USD
Departures every other Monday. Various volunteer programs available.
HIGHLIGHTS Help communities in need & discover the local culture Discover Mui Ne & the magnificent Mekong Delta Experience a home-cooked meal with a local family
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14 Days
Thailand Voluntour
FROM
Start / Finish: Chiang Mai
$1314 USD
Departures every other Monday. Various volunteer programs available.
HIGHLIGHTS Give back to the local community in Chiang Mai Enjoy an authentic Thai cooking demonstration Visit Chiang Rai, Lampang and nearby temples
Immerse yourself in the culture of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam for a 14-day voluntour experience to give back to the community and discover stunning nature.
Work to empower the communities of Chiang Mai as you discover enchanting Thai culture and nature with this unforgettable 14-day volunteer experience.
On Day 1, get picked up at the Ho Chi Minh City airport and transferred to the volunteer house. On Day 2, receive an orientation of the city and a brief on your volunteer program. On Days 3-5, start volunteering and participate in a Vietnamese cooking demonstration. On Days 6-7 enjoy a scenic drive to My Tho, the gateway to the Mekong Delta. Cruise along the Mekong River in a small boat and cycle to the local village market with your guide. On Days 8-12, continue your volunteer work, enjoy an authentic homemade meal, and connect with the local culture with a Vietnamese family in their home. On Day 13 go on a 4-hour drive to Mui Ne and visit the stunning Ta Cu Mountain on the way. On Day 14, enjoy the beautiful sunrise over Mui Ne’s red sand dunes and relax at the beach before being dropped off at the airport.
You will be picked up at the airport on Day 1 and transferred to the volunteer house, your home for the next two weeks. On Days 2-3, you will receive information about Thailand and your volunteer program, and visit the vibrant local markets. On Days 4-5, start your volunteer work. On Days 6-7, experience a Chiang Rai discovery tour to see incredible temples, nature, and the historical Golden Triangle border region between Thailand, Burma and Laos. On Days 8-12, continue volunteering and enjoy a Thai cooking demonstration. On Day 13, visit an Elephant Conservation Centre, take a horse carriage to visit Wat Sri Chum temple, and see the 100-year-old Baan Sao Nak. On Day 14, visit one of the most popular tourist destinations in Chiang Mai, the Doi Suthep Temple, before being dropped off at the airport.
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Transport: Airport Pick-Up/Drop-Off, Transfers on Tours. Experiences: Briefing, 8 Days Volunteering, Cooking Demonstration, Home-cooked Meal with Local Family, Mekong Delta & Mui Ne Excursions. Accommodation: 13 Nights (11N Ho Chi Minh City Volunteer House, 1N Mekong Delta 3* Hotel, 1N Mui Ne 3* Hotel). Meals: 13B/10L/10D.
Transport: Chiang Mai Airport Pick-Up/Drop-Off, Transfers on Tours. Experiences: Briefing & Orientation, 7 Days Volunteering, Thai Cooking Demonstration, Chiang Rai Discovery, Lampang Excursion, Doi Suthep Temple Half Day Tour. Accommodation: 13 Nights (12N Chiang Mai Volunteer House, 1N Chiang Rai 2* or 3* Hotel). Meals: 13B/9L/11D.
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INDIA, NEPAL & SRI LANKA VOLUNTOURS
ASIA
Voluntour, Nepal
14 Days
India Voluntour
FROM
$1234 USD
Start / Finish: New Delhi or Goa Departures every other Monday. Various volunteer programs available.
HIGHLIGHTS Relax at the beach or see Taj Mahal Immerse yourself in local cultures Give back to communities in need
14 Days
Nepal Voluntour
FROM
$1156 USD
Start / Finish: Kathmandu Departures every other Monday. Various volunteer programs available.
HIGHLIGHTS Give back to communities in need See stunning Pokhara & Chitwan Enjoy yoga & henna workshops
14 Days
Sri Lanka Voluntour
FROM
$1241 USD
Start / Finish: Colombo Departures every other Monday. Various volunteer programs available.
HIGHLIGHTS Discover the rich history of Colombo Eat with a local family in their home Sightsee in Kandy, Colombo & Yala
Immerse yourself in the rich culture and stunning scenery of Nepal for a 14-day voluntour experience.
Immerse yourself in the colourful and chaotic Colombo for a life-changing 14-day voluntour experience.
Get picked up at the airport on Day 1. Spend the next two weeks experiencing an exciting mixture of serving the community and immersing yourself in local cultures. While volunteering in Jaipur, discover the one and only Taj Mahal and the enchanting Pushkar region on a camel safari. On the Goa voluntour, spend a weekend at the secluded paradise of Palolem Beach and explore the historical area of South Goa on a guided tour. End your unforgettable voluntour with an airport drop-off on Day 14.
Get picked up at the Kathmandu airport on Day 1. On Day 2, receive a briefing about Nepal and your volunteer program. On Days 3-5, start volunteering and participate in a Nepalese cooking demonstration. On Days 6-7 enjoy an excursion to Pokhara, a naturalist’s paradise. On Days 8-11, continue volunteering and enjoy a homemade meal with a Nepalese family. On Days 12-13, discover Chitwan National Park. On Day 14, enjoy your last day of volunteering before being dropped off at the airport.
Get picked up at the Colombo airport on Day 1. On Day 2, receive a briefing about Sri Lanka and your volunteer program. On Days 3-5, start volunteering and participate in a Sri Lankan cooking demonstration. On Day 6, visit Kandy, the cultural capital of Sri Lanka. On Day 7, explore the heart and history of Colombo. On Days 8-12, continue volunteering and enjoy an authentic homemade meal with a Sri Lankan family. On Days 13-14, visit Yala National Park before being dropped off at the airport.
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Transport: Airport Transfers, Transport on Tours. Experiences: Briefing, 7-8 Days Volunteering, Weekend Excursions & Activities. Accommodation: 11 Nights in Basic Shared Rooms + 2 Nights 3* Hotel or Camping on Excursions. Meals: 13B/9L/11D for Goa, 13B/8L/12D for Jaipur.
Transport: Airport Pick-Up/Drop-Off, Transport on Tours. Experiences: Briefing, 8 Days Volunteering, Pokhara & Chitwan Excursions, Cultural Activities. Accommodation: 13 Nights (11N Kathmandu Volunteer House, 1N Pokhara Budget Hotel, 1N Chitwan Budget Hotel). Meals: 13B/9L/13D.
Transport: Airport Pick-Up/Drop-Off, Transport on Tours. Experiences: Briefing, 8 Days Volunteering, Kandy, Colombo & Yala NP Excursions, Cultural Activities. Accommodation: 13 Nights (11N Colombo Volunteer House, 1N Kandy 2* or 3* Hotel, 1N Yala 2* or 3* Hotel). Meals: 13B/9L/9D.
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ADVENTURE TRIPS VOLUNTOURS
Choose from a variety of volunteer projects in vibrant & cultural Jaipur or calm & coastal Goa.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS TERMS AND CONDITIONS: By booking a trip, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. By making a booking with the Company or its Agents, you accept on behalf of yourself and all those named on the booking. The latest terms and conditions may be found on the Company website http://www.bambaexperience. com/Terms-and-Conditions-c4i0.html FULL PAYMENT: The Company must confirm acceptance of the Client’s booking in writing. Please refer to the confirmation invoice and/or confirmation email for details regarding full payment. Full payment of the tour price is due 60 days before the departure date of the first service booked. If full payment is not received by the due date, then rates and tour space cannot be guaranteed. If a booking is made 60 days or less before the departure date of the first service booked then the full amount is payable at the time the booking is confirmed. If this balance is not paid at the time the booking is confirmed, the Company reserves the right to treat the Client’s booking as cancelled.
3. Machu Picchu by Train Tours Cancellation by Client 30+ days prior to trek departure - Full Refund Between 3 and 29 days prior to trip departure - Charged 80% of total booking price Between 0 and 2 days - No Refund Date Change 30+ days prior to trip departure - No Fees Between 3 and 29 days prior to trip departure - Charged $75 USD Between 0 and 2 days - Date changes cannot be made
CLIENT DETAILS: In order for the Company to confirm and guarantee the Client’s travel arrangements the Client must provide all Client Details with their full payment. If the Client does not provide all details 60 days or more before departure, an Administrative Fee will be charged to the Client. In the event where client details have not been received by the Company 30 days prior to the Client’s trip departure, the Company reserves the right to treat the file as cancelled and full cancellation fees will apply. Client Details required will vary tour by tour, and will be advised during the booking process.
CANCELLATION OF A TOUR BY THE COMPANY: The Company reserves the right to cancel any trip for any reason, but will not cancel a tour less than 60 days before departure except for Force Majeure, unusual or unforeseen circumstances outside the Company’s control (excluding Expedition Trips – refer to Expedition Ticket/Conditions of Carriage). When a tour is cancelled by the Company before the agreed date of departure for any reason other than the fault of the Client, the Client can either: take a substitute tour of equivalent or superior quality if the Company is able and willing to offer such a substitute; or take a substitute tour of lower quality if the Company is able and willing to offer one and to recover from the Company the difference in price between the price of the tour originally purchased and that of the substitute tour; or have a full refund of all monies paid under the contract as soon as possible.
CREDIT CARD CHARGES: The Company is not responsible for any charges applied to credit card transactions and will not refund or return any fees charged by third parties and incurred during the transaction of the tour cost.
UNUSED SERVICES: There will be no discounts or monies refunded for missed or unused services, this includes voluntary or involuntary termination/departure from tour, i.e. sickness, death of a family member etc, late arrival on the tour, or premature departure either voluntarily or involuntarily.
CHANGES OF A TOUR BY THE CLIENT: Any transfers or changes to any bookings are subject to availability, subject to approval by Bamba Experience Inc. and can only be made more than 60 days before the departure date. (Inca Trail & Peru Treks & Galapagos Trips are not-transferrable and non-refundable). Any transfers or changes may incur extra costs and additional fees. Inca Trail and Galapagos Island trips are non refundable, non transferrable and the departure date is not flexible.
VALIDITY: The prices in this website and brochure are based on rates and costs in effect at the time of posting to the website or printing the brochure. The Company reserves the right to alter prices at any time prior to tour been paid in full. All dates, itineraries and prices are indicative only.
CHANGES OF A TOUR BY THE COMPANY: Changes made by Bamba Experience Inc.: Bamba Experience Inc. reserves the right to change any of the facilities, services or prices described in the brochure before a booking is made. If such a change is made, the Client will be told at the time of booking or when the change occurs. If Bamba Experience Inc. makes a major change we will inform the Client as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before departure. If the major change is due to force majeure or unforeseen circumstances no compensation is payable. CANCELLATION OF A TOUR BY THE CLIENT: Any cancellation by a Client must be made in writing and be acknowledged by the Company in writing. The date on which the request to cancel is received by the Company or its Agents will determine the cancellation fees applicable.
GENERAL CANCELLATIONS BY TRIP CATEGORY (FOR MACHU PICCHU TOURS/TREKS SEE SEPARATE SECTION BELOW) Cancellation by Client – Hop-On Hop-Off Passes: Cancellation prior to requesting any tour or transport - Charged 30% of total booking price or refunded 100% of total booking price in Bamba travel credit Cancellation after having requested 1 or more tour or transport - No Refund Cancellation by Client – Day Trips (except Machu Picchu): 7+ days prior to trip departure - Full Refund Between 3 and 6 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price Between 0 and 2 days prior to trip departure - No Refund Cancellation by Client – General Adventure Trips*: 90+ days prior to trip departure - Full Refund Between 30 and 89 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund *If a tour falls into one of the categories below, the terms for that category override the Gen eral Adventure Trips terms. Cancellation by Client – Independent, Self-Guided Trips & Tailor-Made Trips: 365+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 30% of total booking price Between 90 and 364 days prior to trip departure - Charged 70% of total booking price Between 0 and 89 days prior to trip departure - No Refund Cancellation by Client – Galapagos Trips & Voluntour Trips: 30+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund Cancellation by Client – Air-Expeditions: 365+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price Between 90 and 364 days prior to trip departure - Charged 70% of total booking price Between 0 and 89 days prior to trip departure - No Refund Cancellation by Client – Brazil Carnival Tours: 120+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 25% of total booking price Between 61 and 119 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price Between 0 and 60 days prior to trip departure - No Refund
SPECIFIC CANCELLATIONS & CHANGES FOR MACHU PICCHU TOURS/TREKS 1. Inca Trail Treks to Machu Picchu Cancellation by Client 30+ days prior to trek departure - Charged 50% of total booking price Between 0 and 29 days prior to trek departure - No Refund Date Change (subject to availability of permits) 30+ days prior to trek departure - Charged $180 USD Between 7 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged $200 USD Between 0 and 6 days - Date changes cannot be made Switch to Another Machu Picchu Trek 30+ days prior to trek departure - Charged or compensated price difference PLUS a fee of $180 USD Between 7 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged or compensated price difference PLUS a fee of $200 USD Between 0 and 6 days prior to trek departure - No switch possible (20% discount on booking another trek) 2. Other Treks to Machu Picchu (Salkantay, Lares, Inca Jungle, Inca Quarry, Sacred Valley, Choquequirao) Cancellation by Client 30+ days prior to trek departure - Full Refund Between 7 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged 50% of total booking price Between 0 and 6 days prior to trek departure - No Refund Date Change 30+ days prior to trek departure - No Fees Between 3 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged $70 USD Between 0 and 2 days - Date changes cannot be made (20% discount on booking another trek) Switch to Another Machu Picchu Trek 30+ days prior to trek departure - No Fees Between 3 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged or compensated price difference PLUS a fee of $50 USD Between 0 and 2 days prior to trek departure - No switch possible (20% discount on booking another trek)
FLEXIBILITY: Bamba Experience Inc. may alter its timetable(s), inclusive of those impacted by other Operators’ products and relating to all services provided for in this ticket without notice. The Client appreciates and acknowledges that the nature of this type of travel requires considerable flexibility and should allow for alternatives. The itinerary provided for each trip is merely representative of the types of activities contemplated, and Bamba Experience Inc. is under no contractual obligation to strictly follow it. It is understood that the route, schedules, itineraries, amenities and mode of transport may be subject to alteration without prior notice due to local circumstances or events. For Bamba Experience Inc. Hop on Hop off Flexible passes, the nature of these trips the flexibility will be limited to the availability of the service and the Company will do its best to assure this flexibility. All reservations shall be made with at least 48 hours prior to departure. All passes include a set one way route that include certain destinations, transportation between them, and included activities in different destinations as specified in the pass. All passengers must follow that set route and it can not be modified or exchanged. All routes are final and clients are not allowed to backtrack or use a route, or activity twice. ACCEPTANCE OF RISK: The Client acknowledges that the nature of the tour is adventurous and may involve a significant amount of personal risk. The Client hereby assumes all such risk and does hereby release the Company from all claims and causes of action arising from any damages or injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks. Prior to tour commencement, the Client may be asked to sign an official release of liability form which can be found at http://www.bambaexperience.com/ReleaseForm-c156i0.html GUARANTEED DEPARTURES: The Company guarantees selected departures at their discretion and shall become guaranteed once there is the designated minimum required number of clients confirmed upon it. This guarantee of departure is still subject to force majeure situations, and the Company reserves the right to remove the guaranteed designation at anytime and will not be held accountable for any costs resulting to the client for this action due to circumstances beyond reasonable control. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: The Client must be in possession of a valid passport required for entry, departure and travel through each destination point along the itinerary of the tour, (passport must be valid 6 months past the return date), all visas, permits and certificates including vaccination certificates and insurance policies required for the whole of the journey. The Client accepts full responsibility for obtaining all such documents, visas and permits prior to the start of the tour, and is solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from missing or defective documentation. FACTORS OUTSIDE THE COMPANY’S CONTROL: The Company shall not be liable in any way to the Client for death, bodily injury, illness, damage, delay or other loss or detriment to person or property, or financial costs both direct and indirect incurred, or for the Company’s failure to commence, perform and/ or complete any duty owed to the Client if such death, delay, bodily or emotional injury, illness, damage/loss/detriment to person or property is caused by Act of God, war, mechanical breakdowns, terrorist activities, civil commotions, labor difficulties, interference by authorities, political disturbance, riot, insurrection and government restraint, fire, extreme weather or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of the Company the consequences of which could not have been foreseen or avoided even if all due care had been exercised. INSURANCE: It is mandatory that all Clients obtain travel insurance with a minimum medical coverage of US$75,000 while travelling with the Company and this insurance must cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, and evacuation expenses. Clients must be able to provide proof of Insurance purchase. The Company shall have no liability for loss, theft of or damage to baggage or personal effects. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITY: The Client acknowledges she or he will be visiting places where the political, cultural and geographical attributes present certain risks, dangers and challenges greater than those present in her or his daily life. By booking with the Company, the Client acknowledges she or he has considered the potential risks, dangers and challenges, and expressly assumes the risks. The Client is solely responsible for researching customs, weather conditions, physical challenges and laws in effect at each stop along the itinerary, and is encouraged to locate/make contact with her or his local embassy/consulate in each destination prior to departure. CLAIMS AND COMPLAINTS: If a Client has a complaint against the Company, the Client must first inform the tour leader at the earliest opportunity to allow the grievance to be rectified. If satisfaction is not reached, the Client must contact the Company representative or local Office Manager whilst on tour in order that the Company is provided the opportunity to rectify the matter. Failure to indicate dissatisfaction whilst on tour will reduce or extinguish the Client’s ability to claim compensation from the Company. If satisfaction is still not reached through these means while the Client remains on the tour, any further complaint must be put in writing to the Company within 30 days of the tour’s end. The Company will not accept any liability for claims received after this period. PRIVACY POLICY: Bamba Experience Inc. will provide your personal information, as well as any personal information you provide in relation to the persons whose travel arrangements have been requested by you, to suppliers and carriers to enable the operation of the arrangements. IMAGES, VIDEOS AND MARKETING: The Client agrees that during the tour images, photos or videos may be taken by other travellers and/or the Company Staff that may contain the Client. The Client agrees that these images may be reproduced by the Company and the Client grants perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide, irrevocable license to reproduce such images, photos or video in any medium for promotion and publicity purposes.
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