Volunteer in Fiji with a Non-Profit. Unique Programs!

What a fantastic trip! It all came about when I didn’t get into an overseas program with University and knew I had to have some sort of learning experience whilst overseas. And what a great experience where I have learnt so much! Each day we would assist in the kindergarten from 8 till 12, then we’d spend time with the ladies in the office assisting with any office tasks. In the afternoon, once the school children returned, we played out in the field. Right up until sunset we would play hand clapping games, soccer, rugby, and pani (Fijian yard game). The kids were absolutely gorgeous and everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The highlight would be some of the local guys taking us to a waterfall! We had to hike through a sugar cane plantation to the base of the sleeping giant where we then got to jump in and swim at the local watering hole.

Litea (or mum as she insisted we call her, by the end of the trip she certainly was out Na). She managed to cook for us all whilst managing the office and taking care of her two adopted children.
The food certainly offered us an insight into the Fijian cuisine. We all became obsessed with Tapoka by the end of the trip. We were also very greatful for Mere taking us to the local market so we could enjoy some fresh produce too.

Would be good if the person who assists with what donations are necessary has spent some time in Lovu Hart. Whilst we managed to donate over 28kg of supplies it would have been good to know the demographics of the commune to know how to cater to everyone.

Tell us as much as you can about your volunteering trip! What were the highlights of your trip? What was the day to day volunteering like at the shelter?
Looking after dogs, cats and puppies was my main task. Taking them for a walk and giving them lots of love is the best thing you can do. Some of them went through a lot so they needed you much more.
Comments on local team, food and accommodation
Perfect! So grateful for the everyone I got to know the last two weeks! Accommodation & food were great!

I volunteered on the healthcare education program on the Coral Coast in Fiji for two weeks. The land and the people were amazing. I loved being there. The food was the best and I enjoyed every meal.

Volunteering on the island was the most life changing and incredible experience.

From the moment I arrived on the island I felt welcomed and loved by ever person! I was lucky to teach in the kindergarten class, as well as go and visit other classes in the afternoons. Emerging myself in to every aspect of the island life has given me a new outlook on life. All of the people are so kind, fun and loving. The children are incredibly helpful and beautiful inside and out. I will never forget my time on the island and will be forever grateful!! Xx

Outstanding Local Coordinators: Teva, Ranandi, Losana, GG at Green Lion:
- friendly
- helpful
- efficient
- well mannered
- thoughtful, etc.

Excellent cook Ani - great food; varied; sufficient; nutritous; well balanced.
Accommodation comfortable, well located, clean.

Persons at Rock Christian Academy were welcoming and super helpful.
Memorable experience! Thank you.

Entrance gate lock arrangement at Rose House needs attention. Some WD40 on the lock would prevent sticking. An upright metal to stabalise one side of the gate should help.

Review from Willem.. (travelled together)
The accomodation was great and really cool to stay with other volunteers. A real experience catching a bus with the locals and the orphanage mamas were friendly and great. Loved hanging with the kids.

Reveiw from Maddy...
The accomodation was great, host family kind, helpful and friendly. Food was great but the experience helping at the orphanage was incredible. Met some beautiful people an experience I won’t forget. The children were so special and the Mamas lovely.

Travelling with Carrun and just a small group of girls who were all amazing….going around the Mamanuca Islands and working in different communities each day was really cool.

Epic team and i’d love to volunteer again with the same group of amazing girls if I could! Carrun was a legend and made the trip super fun.

In the brief it stated we would be working shorter days, and some of our days ended up being 10 hours of work. If I wasn’t working this would have been fine, but I had anticipated being able to work in the evenings. For any students studying during the trip, it would be a bit difficult with the super long hours.

I've lived on Yanaya island for 2 months. Believe me, when I say that I have watery eyes each time someone asks me about my trip. This is the best trip in terms of social experience and personal development. The kids are amazing and the language barrier doesn't exist anymore. I took with me some fishing gear for the village and every two days we were out fishing "Fiji style". I celebrated my birthday there and it was one of the best, thanks to the all-island ! I met so many interesting people and made new friends with the others volunteers.
You will see change in their life but also yours.
Don't be scared it's Fiji Time.