If you are a qualified professional, your help will be of great advantage here and you will be able to use your initiative, knowledge and skills to really benefit the local community.

For students studying health, nutrition or a related field, this could be an excellent opportunity for you to gain first hand skills, practice what you are learning and gain a greater insight into overseas health practices, all under the guidence of a qualified practitioner. 

This project can be quite challenging but the rewards much greater!

• Accommodation  (Home Stays and/or Resort Rooms – Sharing with other volunteers)
• 3 meals p/day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
• Return airport transfers from Nadi
• In-country qualified healthcare practitioner coordinator
• Full day orientation & training + cultural sightseeing
• All ground transportation
• In country 24/7 coordination & emergency assistance
• Fundraising support
• University course credits (where applicable)
• Certificate of Completion

• Airfares
• Travel Insurance
• Tours, Souvenirs & spending money

An optional week cultural orientation is available, which will familiarise yourself with the Samoan culture and way of life, to help you get the most out of your volunteering experience.  

An arrival airport transfer is included for pick-ups on Sundays only. If arriving on other days, you’ll need to make your own way to the placement or alternatively we can arrange a transfer at reasonable cost for you in advance. Just ask us! The daily transportation to/from the project site is also included. 

Each day can vary depending on the location and time of year, but generally involves planning and implementing healthcare assessments in the local community.  Some of the work you will be doing will be dependent on your prior skill level and qualifications. Our goal is to offer you the opportunity to gain hands on experience in the field while helping the local community.   

Weekends are always free for relaxing or sightseeing of your choice. Our ground operators will help you organize additional trips with special (non tourist) rates which can be paid directly in local currency.

There are many places of interest, including “sinkholes”, blow holes”, waterfalls, forests, museums, fabulous beaches. Weekends may be used to explore the natural beauty of Samoa, whilst staying overnight at one of the beautiful Beach Fales (open house, watch the stars), or a beach or tree house resort. Details available at the our travel desk, and on our notice board.

This project is for students studying in the discipline of health science, physiotherapy & related fields and qualified nurses, therapists, nutritionists, naturopaths, dietitians & allied health professionals. A qualified practitioner will be available to support and guide you during the program. Volunteers without qualifications in this field are still encouraged to apply and depending on your desire and experience, you may be accepted into the program.

Samoa is stunning group of islands in the South Pacific close to Fiji so only a short flight from Australia or New Zealand.  The history of this gorgeous country runs back over 3000 years where Samoa was colonized by various countries including Germany, New Zealand, United States and Britain.  

Samoa is known for it’s lush and natural landscapes and pristine beaches so nature and beach lovers will be very happy here! Samoa is arguably one of those “forgotten” countries which never fail to make a huge impact on anyone lucky enough to travel beyond the better known destinations.

It’s not generally known that Samoa is in fact the Heart of Polynesia, and is very rich in its Pacific culture. Land and seascapes are absolutely stunning and diverse, ranging from true rainforests to some of the most beautiful beaches on Planet Earth.

Spread over primarily 2 islands i.e. Upolu (on which the capital Apia is located), and Savaii which is larger but less populated. Black lava stone from the non-active volcanoes can be seen in many places.   Quality sealed roads connect the many villages and natural sites around the main islands. 

Samoa has a tropical year-round climate. Average temperatures throughout the year range from 24 to 30 degrees. 

May to October is the dry season and the most popular time to visit for most. The wet season is from November to April, with heavy rain, usually in short bursts. The wettest month is January, when rains can last for several hours. 

The major ethnic group residing in Samoa are Samoans consisting more than 90% of the population while there are some Eurasians as well. Even though the main language of Samoa is Samoan, they utilize English in communicating too. The economy of traditional Samoa mainly depends on agriculture and fishing at the local level and at present, Samoa is dependent on development aids, agri exports and foreign remittances

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IVI is an Australian charity & non profit organisation founded in 1989 and is one of the pioneers of overseas volunteering successfully placing over 20,000 volunteers globally.

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We place thousands of Uni students and can assist you with course credits and in-field experience points. Many of our project coordinators are qualified practitioners in their respective fields allowing unique in-field supervision and Uni accreditation options

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