Volunteer Program Fees

Meaningful & Affordable Volunteering in Ghana, Thailand & Cambodia

Atlas Volunteers’ offer low cost and meaningful programs all whilst providing an award winning level of support. Our program fees are lowest in Ghana as we focus on running as a truly grassroots organisation on the ground.

Volunteers pay a one-off Registration Fee to join their chosen volunteer program. This covers all your pre-departure support, handbook and any pre-arrival queries you may have.

The program fees always cover the core of your program such as accommodation. Most of our programs operate on a sliding scale, so the longer you stay – the cheaper the weekly fee becomes.

Pre Departure Support & Handbook

24/7 In Country & In House Support

Program fees vary per location & duration

Welcome Orientation & Tour

Free Date Changes

Members Only Social Group

$50 Registration Fee

After successful application, a registration is payable to secure your place. This includes; 1 Year Atlas Membership, dedicated pre-departure support, fundraising advice & certificate of completion (on request). View terms

 

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Recap of our vacation classes at one of our partner schools in Abetifi. 🎨 ⚽️ Our vacation classes focus on creative and engaging lessons that are usually lacking in term time due to lack of resources within the schools. In addition the classes also provide childcare over this period for parents and guardians to continue with their work for example as local traders or farmers. #visitghana #volunteer #volunteerwork #volunteerabroad #travel #travelgram
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Recent update from our Hweehwee kindergarten construction project. ⚒️ I’m sure our previous renovation volunteers will see the building really starting to take shape now. It can be difficult and slow progress relying on donations to proceed with the building, especially with inflation and material prices fluctuating. But just as with the previous Suminakese classroom block, the fact that this building will provide a safe and inviting learning environment for these kids for years and years to come is a testament to the impact and legacy that our volunteers leave behind. If you would like to join our renovation program, check the link in our bio. If you would like to donate or fundraise, drop us a DM. We cannot wait till the day we can paint this school and hand the keys over! #volunteer #volunteerwork #volunteerabroad #travel #travelgram #visitghana #meaningfultravel
Recent update from our Hweehwee kindergarten construction project. ⚒️ I’m sure our previous renovation volunteers will see the building really starting to take shape now. It can be difficult and slow progress relying on donations to proceed with the building, especially with inflation and material prices fluctuating. But just as with the previous Suminakese classroom block, the fact that this building will provide a safe and inviting learning environment for these kids for years and years to come is a testament to the impact and legacy that our volunteers leave behind. If you would like to join our renovation program, check the link in our bio. If you would like to donate or fundraise, drop us a DM. We cannot wait till the day we can paint this school and hand the keys over! #volunteer #volunteerwork #volunteerabroad #travel #travelgram #visitghana #meaningfultravel
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Volunteer at the Wildlife Rescue Centre in Thailand and help out with the day to day running of the centre and animal care. Visit the link in our bio to find out more & apply. #volunteer #volunteerwork #volunteerabroad #travel #travelgram #visitthailand
Volunteer at the Wildlife Rescue Centre in Thailand and help out with the day to day running of the centre and animal care. Visit the link in our bio to find out more & apply. #volunteer #volunteerwork #volunteerabroad #travel #travelgram #visitthailand

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🇬🇭 Ghana – Abetifi

Volunteer programs available at this location:

Pricing

Duration Cost Weekly Fees
1 Week $158 then reduces to $93 per week
2 Weeks $252  
4 Weeks $440  
6 Weeks $627  
8 Weeks $815  
12 Weeks $1190 then reduces to $85 per week
24 Weeks $2210 then reduces to $75 per week
50 Weeks $3710 Long Term Discount 🔥

* Excludes Registration Fee. In addition to the program fees listed above, a Registration is payable to secure your place.
The registration fee includes: 1 Year Atlas Membership, fundraising support & advice, dedicated pre-departure support & certificate of completion (on request).

What’s Included

Accommodation
Shared Volunteer House

✅

Airport Collection
from Kotoka Intl. Airport

✅

In Country & In House
24/7 Support

✅

Local Sim Card or mini initial
Wifi Token to contact home

✅

Welcome Breakfast & Orientation

✅

Donation to projects & social funds

✅

What’s Not Included

Self Catering
Optional Meal Plan

❌

Transport to project site
Approximately $1.5 per day

❌

Flights to Ghana

❌

Tourist Visa or Vaccinations

❌

🇬🇭 Ghana – Cape Three Points

Volunteer programs available at this location:

Pricing

Duration Cost  
1 Week $189  
2 Weeks $378  
4 Weeks $756  
6 Weeks $1134  
8 Weeks $1512  
12 Weeks $2268 then reduces to $160 per week
16 Weeks $2908 then reduces to $140 per week
30 Weeks $3500 Special Season Discount 🔥

* Excludes Registration Fee. In addition to the program fees listed above, a Registration is payable to secure your place.
The registration fee includes: 1 Year Atlas Membership, fundraising support & advice, dedicated pre-departure support & certificate of completion (on request).

What’s Included

Accommodation
Shared Volunteer House

✅

In Country & In House
24/7 Support

✅

Local Sim Card or mini initial
Wifi Token to contact home

✅

Welcome Breakfast & Orientation

✅

Donation to projects & social funds

✅

What’s Not Included

Self Catering
Optional Meal Plan

❌

Optional Airport Collection
$55 from Takoradi Airport

❌

Flights to Ghana

❌

Tourist Visa or Vaccinations

❌

🇹🇭 Thailand

Volunteer programs available at this location:

Pricing

Duration Elephant Refuge Wildlife Centre
1 Week $702 $671
2 Weeks $1098 $1027
3 Weeks $1414 $1224
4 Weeks $1754 $1438
5 Weeks $2086 $1604
6 Weeks $2410 $1778
7 Weeks $2734 $1944
8 Weeks $3066 $2118
9 Weeks $3391 $2292
10 Weeks $3715 $2458
11 Weeks $4047 $2632
12 Weeks $4172 $2671
Average Fees $435/week $339/week

* Excludes Registration Fee. In addition to the program fees listed above, a Registration is payable to secure your place.
The registration fee includes: 1 Year Atlas Membership, fundraising support & advice, dedicated pre-departure support & certificate of completion (on request).

What’s Included

Accommodation
Shared Volunteer Camp

✅

In Country 24/7 Support

✅

Meals / 3 per day & water

✅

Airport Collection
from Bankgok

✅

Free Wifi available to use at camp

✅

Orientation & tour with on site coordinator & fellow volunteers

✅

Donation to project towards animal care and upkeep.

✅

What’s Not Included

Flights to Thailand

❌

Tourist Visa or Vaccinations

❌

🇰🇭 Cambodia

Volunteer programs available at this location:

Pricing

Duration Cost Weekly Fees
2 Weeks $1052  
3 Weeks $1520  
4 Weeks $1930 then reduces to $410 per week
5 Weeks $2339  
6 Weeks $2749  
7 Weeks $3159  
8 Weeks $3569  
9 Weeks $3978  
10 Weeks $4388  
11 Weeks $4798  
12 Weeks $5208  
16 Weeks $6847  
Average Fees $445/week  

* Excludes Registration Fee. In addition to the program fees listed above, a Registration is payable to secure your place.
The registration fee includes: 1 Year Atlas Membership, fundraising support & advice, dedicated pre-departure support & certificate of completion (on request).

What’s Included

Accommodation
Shared Volunteer Camp

✅

In Country 24/7 Support

✅

Weekdays meals at camp

✅

Orientation & tour with on site coordinator & fellow volunteers

✅

Wifi/Internet Access at weekend guesthouse.

✅

Donation to project towards animal care and upkeep.

✅

What’s Not Included

Flights to Cambodia

❌

Optional Airport Collection
from Phnom Penh 

❌

Tourist Visa or Vaccinations

❌

🇿🇦 South Africa

Volunteer programs available at this location:

Pricing

Duration Cost  
1 Week $716  
2 Weeks $1431  
3 Weeks $2146  
4 Weeks $2862  
5 Weeks $3577  
6 Weeks $4292  
7 Weeks $5008  
8 Weeks $5723  
9 Weeks $6438  
10 Weeks $6881  
11 Weeks $7569  
12 Weeks $8257  
Average Fees $716/week  

* Excludes Registration Fee. In addition to the program fees listed above, a Registration is payable to secure your place.
The registration fee includes: 1 Year Atlas Membership, fundraising support & advice, dedicated pre-departure support & certificate of completion (on request).

What’s Included

Accommodation
Shared Volunteer Camp

✅

In Country 24/7 Support

✅

Meals / 3 per day & water at camp

✅

Airport Collection
from Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

✅

Wifi available to use at camp

✅

Weekend trips to Port Elizabeth. Accommodation & Transport

✅

Orientation & tour with on site coordinator & fellow volunteers

✅

Donation to project towards animal care and upkeep.

✅

What’s Not Included

Flights to Thailand

❌

Tourist Visa or Vaccinations

❌

Program Fees FAQ

Registration Fee covers: Atlas membership for 1 year, predeparture support, volunteer handbook & fundraising advice.
After submitting your application, a member of our support team will contact you by email within 24 to 48 hours to inform you whether your application has been accepted or if we require further details.
Once the application has been accepted we ask you to secure your trip with a payment of $50 (It is non-refundable if you choose not to go). 
If for any reason in the unlikely event that we are required to cancel your trip, we will refund your $50 payment if you would prefer to not reschedule.
Once we receive your registation fee, we shall send you your welcome pack via email which will provide more information on how to prepare for your trip.
The remaining balance of your program fees is due no later than 3 months before your arrival, you are able to pay via card by requesting an invoice or a direct bank transfer with the details below.

  • Cancellation after acceptance and prior to placement confirmation – the deposit is forfeited.
    (After paying deposit – before completing confirmation form and securing your space.)
  • Cancellation after confirmation of placement – 50% of the program fee is forfeited.
    (After paying program fees – upto 3 months before planned arrival date.)
  • No Show or Early Departure from Program – 100% of the program fee is forfeited.
    (From 3 months before planned arrival date)

All programs benefit from our Flexi Terms – alter your reservation dates at no extra costs. Timeframe & availability restrictions may apply.

Visit our full terms & conditions

Hosting volunteers comes with a substantial price tag. There are base costs such as accommodation rent, utility bills, in country charges & systems, general upkeep, bedding, maintenance, orientations, logistics and support staff that all play a part. As well as the international side of online systems, websites, partnerships, marketing, registration costs, support staff and bank charges to take into account.