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Career break in Asia


A career break in Asia offers an incredible range of exciting experiences.
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First and foremost a career break in Asia is an opportunity to explore one of the most fascinating and beautiful regions on earth. By taking a career break in Asia you’ll be able to travel extensively and really get to grips with the unique cultures of the countries you visit.

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One of the best (and most rewarding) ways to immerse yourself in local culture on an Asia career break is by getting involved with a worthwhile Asia voluntary work project. GYFGU’s has a wide range of superb Asia career break volunteer projects – from orang-utan
conservation in Borneo to re-building homes destroyed by the Asian

Career break in Asia

tsunami in Sri Lanka. On an Asia career break in China you can even earn money on your travels – by working as an English teacher in local schools. The list of possible experiences is endless!

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Destinations

 
Thailand Adventure
Thailand is one of our most popular destinations. Discover this country's diverse treasures; travel through stunning rainforests and jungles, home to traditional hill tribe villages in the north; to its vibrant capital city of Bangkok and on to tropical islands of the south. From £999

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Volunteer India Himachal Project
Himachal Pradesh is a small, mountainous state in North India. The region is dominated by amazing views of the snow-capped mountains and glaciers of the Himalayas mountain range. Choose a volunteer project from teaching or childcare placements. From £1149

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Volunteer India Rajasthan Project
Volunteer in the Rajasthan desert area of North West India. Stay in the world's most colourful desert in the land of the Maharajas. Be part of a developmental project to help communities prosper, where you will be able to make a valuable contribution to the improvement of the living conditions in Rajasthan. From £1149

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Borneo Pygmy Elephant and Orangutan Conservation Tour

If you want to observe the conservation of proboscis monkeys, orang-utans, and the loveable but rare pygmy elephant of Borneo, along with enjoying homely creature comforts at the same time, then this is the project for you.

From £999

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Borneo Tribal Children and Horses Volunteer
This project is packed with the best that Borneo has to offer. It is ideal for people who love the great outdoors, enjoy exotic culture and cuisine, or are looking for a project with genuine nature and conservation value. If you enjoy working with horses, or children, or just want to escape and experience another way of life then this is the perfect project for you. From £599

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China Budget Paid Teaching
Find yourself in the ‘off the tourist radar’ China, experiencing one of the world’s oldest, most interesting and unique cultures. You may be teaching some of China’s huge population, but you’re bound to learn a thing or two as well! From £799

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China Experience Programme
On this programme you can combine a number of excursions and activities that give you the unique chance to experience real life in China. From £999

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China Volunteer Teach English
Teach English in China on this rewarding volunteer programme - a great way for you to learn all about Chinese culture, customs and the language, while also making a valuable contribution to this rapidly emerging nation. The perfect way to spend a career break in China. From £799

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Essence of Indochina
Explore some of South East Asia’s true highlights during this fantastic 18-day tour of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia. From £1095

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Everest Expedition

You can enjoy the thrill of the trek, and the fantastic mountain scenery, but also give something back to the people of Nepal by helping out an orphanage or with community work in one of the schools, farms, or national parks.

From £1999

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Food Lovers Japan
What better way to learn about the culture and cuisine of this incredible country than a tour specifically based around Japanese fare! From Tokyo to Kyoto you will wander food markets, taste local specialities and even cook up a few of your own dishes... From £1445

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Food Lovers Vietnam
Discover the culture and cuisines of Vietnam as you travel from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. Visit markets, take part in cookery classes, watch food preparation demonstrations and taste a variety of treats from Vietnam’s infamous spring rolls to freshly picked tropical fruits! From £715

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Giant Panda Conservation in China
Play a part in safeguarding the future of these amazing animals. This is a great opportunity to help one of the most endangered species in the world. Scientific estimates place the total number of all pandas at only 1600 and it truly is a race against time to save them from extinction. From £849

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India Animal Rescue
The animals of Jaipur are in need of protection and care after suffering abandonment and mistreatment. Volunteers will play an extremely active role in the campaign, working alongside the vets and animal ‘paramedics’ as well as heading up campaigns and educational drives in the local area. From £799

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India Community Development
Taking part in a community development project in an Indian village is a great cultural, rewarding experience where you will engage in a meaningful story of empowerment and development. From £629

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India Sports and Community Himachal
General Sports – Cricket – Football – Volleyball – Netball
Become part of the Sports and Community Project based in India and help to encourage the physical health of disadvantaged children. 
From £1149

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India Sports and Community Rajasthan
General Sports – Cricket – Football – Volleyball – Netball
Join our Real Sport Experience’s Sports and Community Project in India to help develop the physical wellbeing of underprivileged children.
From £1299

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Indian Cooking Programme
If you have a passion for Indian food then this is your opportunity to travel to India and immerse yourself in its culture while discovering the mysteries and delights of Indian cooking!  From £749

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Indonesia Sun Bear and Orang-utan Project
Based on the stunning island of Borneo, this project offers you the chance to work with two of the world’s most iconic animals – the orang-utan and the sun bear. The sanctuary was set up to help the many orang-utan orphans that were confiscated by the government after being kept in unnatural conditions as pets. From £599

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Indonesian Island Adventure
This adventure programme will give you the chance to leave the stresses of the western world behind and experience a world of magnificent cultural and scenic diversity. This programme has everything that you could want from an island adventure, but in a safe and organised group. You will be escorted throughout by experienced staff and guides.

From £2099

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Japan Ski and Snowboard CSI Course
Spend four whole weeks in the powder heaven of Niseko and train for the snowboard or skiing qualification in snow-sports Instruction. With your SBINZ/NZSIA CSI certificate, you will be able to train to level 1 and 2 beginners and find work in resorts in New Zealand and all over the world including the USA.  From £2899

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Japan Ski and Snowboard Instructor Course
Spend eleven weeks in the powder heaven that is Niseko and become a skiing or snowboard instructor. With your NZSIA/SBINZ Level 1 Qualification, you can find work in ski resorts all over the Globe, enjoying the fun outdoor lifestyle that this career path includes. 
From £5699

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Kanjar Community Development
A challenging project for those who would like to help a group of people who have struggled as a result of poverty and isolation. Your work will be particularly beneficial for the Kanjar children, but also for the community as a whole. From £649

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Malaysia Orang-utan Experience
A unique opportunity to interact with the only great ape outside of Africa, the orang-utan. Take part in volunteer work in Borneo to help protect this highly endangered species from extinction. From £1449

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Malaysia Turtle and Coral Reef Conservation
This project would be suitable for people who want to do conservation work, have a particular interest in marine life and are also diving enthusiasts. You have the chance to snorkel or dive to see the incredible local marine life, or help with Reef Check analysis as well as witnessing the amazing turtle life of the area. From £1299

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Malaysia Turtle and Dive Volunteer
Tropical Island Life Turtle Conservation Programme. Turtle conservation at its best, a remarkable opportunity to work with these amazing creatures on the Perhentian Islands of Malaysia.
From £1299

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Malaysia Volunteer Zoo Assistant
Work as a zookeeper and experience hands-on interaction with animals. This is a rewarding programme where you will be taking care of the animals and their daily maintenance in a choice of zoo either just outside of Kuala Lumpur or Taiping. From £1159

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Martial Arts Academy China
Real Sport Experiences’ Shaolin Kung Fu Academy offers one of the best environments around the globe to be trained in this historic martial art. Situated at the foot of the Mountains of the Fujian Province, South East China, you will study directly from some of the best Masters to be found in China. From £799

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Nepal Community Volunteers
Make a difference to the lives of underprivileged communities in Nepal. This volunteer project gives you the chance to work as a volunteer in Nepal in schools, monasteries and orphanages giving children opportunities they may not have had before, or, work alongside local builders on vital construction projects. From £649

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Paid Teach and Travel China
An amazing opportunity for paid work in one of the greatest travel destinations in the world - China. Participants teach students at some of the best schools in a cultural exchange programme. At the same time you will experience ancient traditions combined with vibrant modern city life. From £799

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Sports Coaching Sri Lanka