Our volun-tourists often choose to go horse trekking excursion in Minyak Gangkar mountain in Tibet
Conscious Journeys General Volunteer missions give volunteers the opportunity to work alongside Tibetans on projects in health, education, environment, and community development. Conscious Journeys Volun-Tourists can really get their hands dirty and make a noticeable impact in Tibetan communities by building greenhouses, toilets, compost, doing site clean-up, distributing school and medical supplies, educating children by teaching English or Arts and Crafts, or assisting local project coordinators with development project assessment and evaluation. In addition to volunteer service, participants will have the opportunity to experience the natural beauty and culture of Tibet by visiting monasteries and temples, hiking or horseback riding through stunning mountain scenery, relaxing in hot springs and witnessing traditional Tibetan festivals and performances.
Sunny from Boulder, Colorado distributes school supplies and teach English in Tibet
Who should join? Volunteer missions are designed for travelers who wish to experience the sights and sounds of Tibet while helping better the lives of rural Tibetans. Participants need not have a special skill, just an open mind and a genuine compassion for others; Conscious Journeys aims to put your own personal talents to work. Volunteers may also choose to assist skilled professional groups (Medical & Dental Mission, etc.). Given the rugged terrain and high altitude, participants must be physically fit, able to handle altitudes up to 12,000 ft, and afford to cover their own expenses.
When and where do we travel? Our service program primarily operates in remote villages in Kham and Amdo regions currently known as Sichuan, Qinghai and Yunnan Provinces. Depending on the location of the selected community, coordination and logistics, cost, and participant availability, our programs generally last between 12 and 21 days, and can optimally run from May to October. Participants who are able to return to the same village after their journey will have a deeper understanding of that community’s needs and opportunities to provide more complex services.
Arrival / Departure: Chengdu, China is the meeting point for the trip. Most trip members take the same flight or meet in Chengdu on Day 1. At the end of the trip, you will be transferred to the Chengdu airport for departure as a group. You’ll receive our Trip Logistics Guide when you reserve your space. It will include all the essential information you’ll need to obtain a Chinese visa and make other necessary preparations for the trip. The guide includes suggested travel gear, a recommended reading list, a day-to-day itinerary, health and safety information, and other key information to make your trip successful and safe.
