About VESA
VESA’s humanitarian and conservation projects aim to provide direct action support to communities in parts of the world overlooked by traditional charities and aid organisations.
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VESA is a humanitarian organization that started back in 2009. Since then we have brought over 20,000 students and volunteers from around the world to do some amazing volunteer work in our 4 different programs.
In this video we talk about how you can be accepted to take part in one of VESA’S projects and the process up to when you leave for your programs and the costs involved!
See how you too can experience the genuine Ecuadorian Amazon through vital community building and education projects in a diverse and pristine environment.
Learn more Trip Extension Apply NowTake a look at the authentic African experience with VESA, through conservation (cheetahs and crocs), building and education projects in a UNESCO world heritage site.
Learn more Trip Extension Apply NowCheck out what it’s like to stay in a remote elephant sanctuary, helping these amazing giants as well as taking part in essential school building and education projects.
Learn more Trip Extension Apply NowLearn about the real flavour of life in a Fijian village with our crucial school development and education projects, as well as a sneak peek at the sunny tropical islands experience.
Learn more Trip Extension Apply NowIn this video we talk about our trip extension for each program! This is basically where you will stay on after your project to experience more culture, activities and even some volunteering depending on which country you choose to volunteer in!
In this video we talk about fundraising, and how you’ll be able to join one of our programs with no hassle and get everyone you know involved in helping you get overseas to do some amazing a life changing work!
Given the ongoing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 we’ve made it easier than ever for you to change your travel plans with us if necessary. Our worry-free booking policy now gives you the flexibility to change your trip dates and/or location as many times as you need, free of charge, up until 45 days prior to your trip start date.
A VESA humanitarian and conservation project lets you experience total cultural immersion in some of the most beautiful and remote parts of the globe, parts that have been overlooked by traditional charities and aid organisations. Our volunteer projects give you the chance to meet and live with the communities you’re helping, make new friends and watch your contribution change lives. Just how much can you experience in two weeks? Let us show you.
Make an application through a meeting at your university or click on the Apply Now button
Receive an email with instructions and a secure link to enrol
Submit the enrolment form with your chosen dates and destination
Pay your program deposit
Receive your program confirmation within 24 hours
Receive our fundraising guide with helpful tips and ideas
Receive an optional extension tour booking form
Secure your flights on VESAs optional group flight with a deposit
Join your Facebook discussion group and get to know your team
Receive handy advice with our regular travel updates, such as packing lists, itineraries, cash and currency advice, optional activities list and gift ideas
Board your flights and become part of the VESA family
Due to worldwide travel and border restrictions and the uncertain COVID-19 situation around the world, we have made the difficult and unprecedented decision to postpone our 2020 projects to next year Fiji Islands Discovered – All May through August projects postponed to 2021 Amazonas Explored – All May through August ...
Read moreAn update on the Coronavirus pandemic and its effect on the May through August VESA trips This is an extremely unfortunate set of circumstances and we are grateful for you and your continuing patience through these unprecedented times. Your hard work, dedication, and kindness for all the villages we visit are what keeps VESA’s vital...
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