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"As a parent I would without hesitation recommend this organization." More...
-- Lisa Herlehy (Canada)

"This trip [to Ghana] changed my life. I realized that there’s a big world out there and I want to get to see more of it. I really appreciate things a lot more now. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made." More...
-- Sarah Platt (Florida)

"My month in Cuenca, Ecuador was irreplaceable. The shelter, Casa de Maria Amor, opened my eyes to what these women go through daily, and how strong in personality they have become." More...
-- Danielle (British Columbia)

"I also want to give a huge thanks to everyone at Cosmic Volunteers. It couldn’t have been possible (obviously) without your help. And to Scott, thank you also, for taking my phone calls even when I was stressing. :]. So all in all, it was absolutely wonderful. It meant so much to me and I truly will never forget my time in Ghana. And actually, I’m hoping to be returning to you all next summer with my sister! More...
-- Claire (Maryland)

 

 

    Sandra Rzeszutko (USA)
Wildlife Volunteer in Kenya

I recently volunteered in Kenya in Cosmic Volunteers' wildlife volunteer program for a month and had the best experience of my life. I thoroughly enjoyed the program and was received and taken care of with open arms and prompt contact when needed.

Kenya is a wonderful country, I enjoyed the weather immensely and was impressed with the beautiful scenery and wonderful people. My host family was perfect, I grew to care for them all very deeply and hope to see them again someday. Culturally, I found the small town I lived in to be lacking in modern technology such as running water (we used a well) and that few people had refrigerators. I must confess I had doubts about being able to cope, but within 24 hours I was totally comfortable, due mostly to my host family and the town residents. Everyone was friendly and I was greeted by all.

During my stay I worked with lions, cheetahs, hyenas, monkeys, birds, antelope, and even went on Rhino capture-and-release where they were darted, given health care and tagged before shipping to another park. It was a dream come true for an animal lover whose profession also cares for animals.

Despite originally visiting Kenya for wildlife, I must say I was most impressed with the people of Langata. They are extremely hard working, very proud and considerate of others. I was humbled by how few amenities they had yet they live contented in what I considered to be hardship. I learned to love seeing simple things like women hand washing clothes, carrying babies on their back and old men gathered for a game of checkers. My next visit will be people oriented (women’s issues, orphanage etc) and animals second!!!!

   

"...And that is the best thing about being a volunteer. Having the ABSOLUTE privilege of meeting and featuring in the lives of kids who are soldiers with huge hearts, big smiles and endless love. [Vietnam] has been an experience and an honour that I will never forget." More...
-- Christie (UK)

"All in all, this has already been an incredible experience for me, getting to experience life in a different country while doing something I love and am passionate about [basketball coaching]. So I can't thank you and your organization enough."
-- Bryan (Oregon)

"[My daughter Dalia] loved Ecuador and the people, saw a lot of sites, managed to make friends and connections there and above all she really loved working with the kids at the orphanage and said they were very sweet and loving. I think it was a great experience for her in terms of helping her develop independence and self-confidence and turning her on to other cultures and travel." More...
-- Laurence (Philadelphia)

 

 

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