Established in 1990, the Binh Luc Orphanage provides a home for 43 children aged between 5 and 17 and is a 90 minute drive from Hanoi. The children of Binh Luc come from disadvantaged agricultural communities. In many cases the families cannot afford to raise or educate the children and are forced to abandon them. With limited assistance from the local government, the orphanage relies heavily on donations and sponsorship.

If you would like to volunteer, have a direct impact on children’s lives and assist them with their education then Binh Luc may be the experience you are looking for.

Depending on time and availability, volunteers may be involved in English language training, preparing nutritional meals, renovating bedrooms, assisting with the garden or building educational facilities and resources. We will arrange accommodation at the nearby guesthouse.

Trip price: please enquire for availability and cost

Tour includes:
· Arrival airport transfer with guide
· Tour guide assort for the first 2 days
· Accommodation during project on twin share basis
· Simple Vietnamese lunch at project (Please advise any special dietary requirements)
· All applicable Vietnamese taxes and services charges
· 24 hr backup and support by in-country co-ordinator during placement
· 2 day orientation of project and surrounding area with English speaking guide/in-country co-ordinator
· Pre-organisation of placement and accommodation
· Returned transfer to Hanoi from Binh Luc

Tour excludes:
· International air tickets
· Beverages during meals and meals not mentioned
· Visas and visa charges
· Personal Travel insurance (compulsory)
· Other expenses of a personal nature such as telephone, laundry etc
· Tips and gratuities
· Police Background Check from home country (Compulsory)
· Departure airport transfer

Joining instructions
You will be collected from your hotel in Hanoi or airport and dropped back there at the end of the tour. Pick up time will be advised on confirmation of booking.  Please contact us with your specific qualifications.
 
What to take
An open mind, a readiness to accept challenges and educate the children in a fun and interactive way. Educational materials.
 
Minimum length of volunteering
One week