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Nomadic Experience in Mongolia with Projects Abroad
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If you've ever fancied really getting away from it all, forget exotic beaches or desert islands: volunteering in Mongolia on our Nomad Project is the thing for you! Forty percent of the population of Mongolia are from nomad families; people who wander the endless steppe on camels or horses, with their livestock. Sign up for our Nomadic Life placement and you'll join a group of Mongolian nomads and...
If you've ever fancied really getting away from it all, forget exotic beaches or desert islands: volunteering in Mongolia on our Nomad Project is the thing for you! Forty percent of the population of Mongolia are from nomad families; people who wander the endless steppe on camels or horses, with their livestock. Sign up for our Nomadic Life placement and you'll join a group of Mongolian nomads and experience a way of living that has barely changed in a thousand years. This project is available for two weeks if you don't have time to join us for a month or more. This project has been selected by our local colleagues as being suitable for short term volunteering for both the host community and the volunteer. Although you will gain a valuable cultural insight and work intensely within the ...
Program Highlights
Working and living with some of Mongolia's nomads allows you to learn about a unique group of people and their ancient way of life through your own personal experiences.
Volunteers live with a family in large round tents known as Gers which are surprisingly cozy and comfortable.
Your daily life may include riding horses to move herds of yaks or cattle, caring for livestock, helping to produce dairy products such as butter and cheese and maybe teaching a little English.
It is a great way to learn more about this ancient way of life and how it is being affected by modern-day Mongolia.
In exchange for helping with the animals or playing with the children, your host family will fully involve you in their domestic life.
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- Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- 7-12 Months
- Anthropology
- Building & Construction Projects
- Community Centers
- Community Development
- Cooking
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- All Nationalities
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Locations
- Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Anthropology
- Building & Construction Projects
- Community Centers
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Written Application
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