Volunteer in Cambodia
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Volunteer in Cambodia with Abroad Escape. We are an international organisation offering affordable & immersive volunteering programs in Cambodia. Join us in Siem Reap and Samraong with a variety of impactful projects, including English Teaching at the Greenway school and Construction & Renovation projects, as well as the very popular Culture Week.
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Create Your Own Unique Schedule In Cambodia!
Siem Reap Culture Week
Siem Reap Greenway School
Siem Reap Construction
Samraong Greenway School
Samraong Construction
Why Join With Abroad Escape
Abroad Escape is committed to providing you with the highest-quality and most meaningful travel experiences possible. With our international volunteer abroad projects and immersion internships, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact in the lives of local communities. With our immersive volunteer programs, you’ll have the chance to engage with local communities and make a real impact in the lives of those around you. But that’s not all – you’ll also be creating lifelong friendships with fellow international travellers who share your passion for travel and making a positive impact.
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I volunteered with Abroad Escape, which was definitely the best trip and the best experience of my life!
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Volunteer Projects in Cambodia
Our projects in Siem Reap and Samraong. You can choose which project you day week by week and create your own unique schedule. You can combine different locations, transport between the different locations is not included.
Siem Reap Culture Week
Overview
Get ready to dive into Cambodia for a week of culture, connection, and adventure. Siem Reap is the perfect mix of ancient wonders, local traditions, and vibrant energy.
This experience is all about seeing Cambodia through local eyes. Learn from monks, master Khmer cooking, explore incredible temples, and enjoy Siem Reap’s buzzing nightlife and markets. It’s the ultimate way to experience Cambodia beyond the usual tourist spots.
Highlights
✔ Explore the world-famous Angkor Wat and nearby temples
✔ Learn Khmer phrases and local customs in language sessions
✔ Take part in a hands-on Khmer cooking class
✔ Meet monks for a Q&A and learn about Buddhism
✔ Cycle through local villages and experience everyday life
✔ Visit Phnom Krom for amazing views near Tonle Sap Lake
✔ Get creative with an art and craft workshop
Schedule
Monday
Start with a welcome meeting, house rules, safety briefing, and getting settled.
Learn about Khmer culture and language before touring the local area, markets, and shops.
Visit Wat Preah Prom Rath and Wat Thmey pagoda, then finish the day at Pub Street and the night market.
Tuesday
Cycle through nearby villages and discover how locals live.
Wrap up the day with a fun BBQ night featuring Cambodian dishes.
Wednesday
Join a hands-on Khmer cooking class and enjoy your meal.
Practice new skills in a Khmer language lesson.
Thursday
Take part in a traditional food offering to monks at a local temple.
In the afternoon, visit Phnom Krom for stunning views over Tonle Sap Lake.
Friday
Create your own Cambodian-inspired art piece in a craft lesson.
End the week with a project meeting and orientation for your next adventure.
This schedule can be changed depending on local conditions and unforeseen circumstances.
Siem Reap Greenway School
Overview
Step into a role that truly matters in Cambodia’s bustling tourist hub, Siem Reap. At the Greenway School in Krous village, you’ll help children from underprivileged backgrounds improve their English skills while immersing yourself in local life.
You won’t just be teaching—you’ll become part of a community. Work closely with local teachers, either solo or alongside fellow volunteers, following a structured curriculum with monthly assessments. Every lesson you give can spark curiosity, confidence, and opportunity for students eager to learn.
This program isn’t just about education—it’s about connection. You’ll assist with lesson planning, deliver classes, and participate in testing while sharing your own culture and experiences. In return, you’ll gain hands-on teaching experience, a deeper understanding of Cambodian culture, and the rewarding feeling of making a real difference.
Highlights
✔ Support over 60 children from Krous village and nearby areas, aged 6 to 13, in their English learning journey.
✔ Collaborate with local teachers to ensure steady progress from beginner to level 5 English.
✔ Bring creativity into lessons while following the existing curriculum.
✔ Share your culture and experiences, broadening students’ global awareness.
✔ Join a team-based environment where your contribution directly benefits the students.
✔ Prepare engaging lessons suited to each student’s learning level.
✔ Assist with delivering lessons and providing one-on-one support.
✔ Help administer monthly progress tests to track growth.
✔ Teach basic hygiene practices and enrich lessons with cultural insights.
✔ Work in small teams of 3-5 volunteers for a focused, personalized teaching approach.
Schedule
Your journey begins on Monday with an introduction meeting covering house rules, expectations, health and safety, and document handling. You’ll learn about Khmer culture, do’s and don’ts, and even pick up some basic language skills. A tour of the compound and nearby shops will help you get settled, including arranging a SIM card if needed. Later, you’ll visit the school and start participating in the project.
From Tuesday to Friday, your days revolve around teaching. After breakfast, you’ll head to the school with your coordinator for morning classes from 08:00 to 11:00. Afternoon classes run from 13:00 to 16:00, with lunch and free time in between at the accommodation. Evenings are for preparing the next day’s lessons and enjoying dinner with fellow volunteers. On top of teaching, there are additional activities designed to make your experience even richer.
This schedule can be changed depending on local conditions and unforeseen circumstances
Samraong Construction
Overview
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and make a tangible difference in Cambodia. This construction program focuses on helping underdeveloped communities by improving schools and community spaces.
The main site is a local school serving children from underprivileged backgrounds, but you might also assist with projects in nearby villages or community facilities. Each day brings new tasks, from building classrooms and pathways to creating sanitation facilities—all while experiencing Cambodian culture up close.
No previous construction experience? Don’t worry. You’ll learn on the job, gaining practical skills while making a meaningful impact. This is hands-on work under the Cambodian sun, but the memories and friendships you’ll build will last a lifetime.
Highlights
✔ Contribute to projects that directly enhance schools and community spaces.
✔ Participate in varied tasks like building classrooms, painting murals, and creating pathways.
✔ Improve infrastructure for children and families in underprivileged areas.
✔ Gain practical construction experience—no prior skills required.
✔ Assist with building sanitation facilities, furniture, and safe pathways.
✔ Paint, repair, and beautify school buildings.
✔ Work on landscaping projects to create greener, cleaner spaces.
✔ Collaborate with local coordinators to safely use tools and materials.
✔ Immerse yourself in Cambodian culture through daily interaction with locals.
✔ Leave a tangible legacy that benefits the community for years to come.
Schedule
Your week begins on Monday with an introduction meeting covering house rules, expectations, health and safety, and document handling. You’ll also take part in Khmer culture lessons, learn do’s and don’ts, and pick up basic language skills. A tour of the compound and local shops will help you get settled, including arranging a SIM card if needed. You’ll then visit the project site to understand your role and get ready to start contributing.
From Tuesday to Friday, mornings begin with breakfast before heading to the project site, whether it’s the school, local homes, or community facilities. Your coordinator will brief you on the day’s tasks, which typically include construction, renovation, painting, or building furniture. Expect around 4-5 hours of hands-on work, with a lunch break either at the accommodation or near the project site. Every task you do directly improves the community, leaving behind safer, more functional spaces for children and families.
This schedule can be changed depending on local conditions and unforeseen circumstances
Siem Reap Construction
Overview
Step out of your usual routine and dive into a hands-on experience in Cambodia. Our construction program gives you the chance to make a tangible difference in underdeveloped communities while learning new skills along the way.
You’ll primarily work on a local school, helping to renovate classrooms, playgrounds, and sanitation facilities. Some days may take you to other community sites where your efforts can improve living spaces for families and children. Every task you take on leaves a real, visible impact.
This is more than just construction—it’s a cultural exchange. You’ll collaborate with local teams, pick up practical skills, and immerse yourself in the rhythms of Cambodian life, all while making spaces safer, cleaner, and more welcoming for the people who rely on them.
Highlights
✔ Contribute to construction and renovation projects at schools and community buildings.
✔ Help improve classrooms, playgrounds, and sanitation facilities.
✔ Leave a lasting mark on spaces that support education and community life.
✔ Immerse yourself in Cambodian culture while giving back.
✔ Gain practical construction experience, with tasks suited to your skill level—no prior experience required.
✔ Build and renovate classrooms and essential facilities.
✔ Construct or repair toilets, pathways, and playgrounds.
✔ Assist with digging, assembling materials, and supporting local teams.
✔ Paint, beautify, and help with landscaping around school buildings.
✔ Work collaboratively and safely while bringing energy and positivity to the project.
Schedule
Your week begins on Monday with an introduction meeting covering house rules, health and safety guidance, and document handling. You’ll get a crash course in Cambodian culture, learn basic Khmer language skills, and explore dos and don’ts. A tour of the local area will help you get your bearings, including nearby shops and arranging a SIM card. You’ll also visit landmarks like the Old Market, Wat Preah Prom Rath, and Wat Thmey, finishing the day at Pub Street and the Night Market for a taste of Siem Reap’s vibrant nightlife.
From Tuesday to Friday, your mornings start with breakfast before heading to the project site, whether it’s a school, local homes, or other community spaces. Tasks vary daily, including construction, painting, landscaping, and renovations, with each day offering 4-5 hours of hands-on work. Lunch breaks recharge you for the afternoon, giving you time to relax or continue contributing to your project.
This schedule can be changed depending on local conditions and unforeseen circumstances
Samraong Greenway School
Overview
Step into a role that makes a real difference in the lives of children in remote Cambodia. At Greenway School in Pul village, you’ll teach English to students from underprivileged backgrounds while working closely with local teachers.
Since opening in 2013, the school has provided free English education to over 200 children, aged 6 to 13, alongside public school schedules. You’ll follow a structured curriculum, participate in monthly testing cycles, and collaborate in small teams of 3 to 5 teachers, ensuring each child gets the attention they need.
This isn’t just teaching—it’s about connection. You’ll guide students’ learning, help with assessments, and share your experiences while immersing yourself in local life. The program combines meaningful impact, cultural exchange, and personal growth in a unique Cambodian community.
Highlights
✔ Make a lasting impact by helping children improve their English and develop essential skills.
✔ Work alongside local teachers, supporting small groups and one-on-one learning.
✔ Teach in a structured curriculum from beginner to Level 5 English.
✔ Assist with other subjects like math and science through creative activities.
✔ Conduct progress tests to track student growth and development.
✔ Share hygiene practices and cultural knowledge to broaden students’ perspectives.
✔ Participate in team teaching, enhancing your own teaching skills.
✔ Immerse yourself in local culture through markets, landmarks, and community events.
✔ Join festivals, ceremonies, and shared meals to connect with the community.
✔ Gain practical teaching experience while building strong personal connections.
Schedule
Your week kicks off on Monday with an introduction meeting covering house rules, expectations, health and safety, and document handling. You’ll get a brief crash course on Khmer culture, do’s and don’ts, and basic language lessons. A tour of the compound and local shops will help you settle in, including arranging a SIM card if needed. You’ll then visit the school, get introduced to the project, and start participating in classroom activities.
From Tuesday to Friday, teaching is split into two daily shifts. The morning session runs from 08:00 to 11:00, and the afternoon session from 14:00 to 17:00. After breakfast at the accommodation, you’ll head to the school with your coordinator for the morning shift. Between sessions, you’ll have lunch and some free time to recharge. Evenings are for preparing activities for the next day, enjoying dinner with fellow participants, and taking part in special activities designed just for you.
This schedule can be changed depending on local conditions and unforeseen circumstances
Samraong Construction
Overview
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and make a tangible difference in Cambodia. This construction program focuses on helping underdeveloped communities by improving schools and community spaces.
The main site is a local school serving children from underprivileged backgrounds, but you might also assist with projects in nearby villages or community facilities. Each day brings new tasks, from building classrooms and pathways to creating sanitation facilities—all while experiencing Cambodian culture up close.
No previous construction experience? Don’t worry. You’ll learn on the job, gaining practical skills while making a meaningful impact. This is hands-on work under the Cambodian sun, but the memories and friendships you’ll build will last a lifetime.
Highlights
✔ Contribute to projects that directly enhance schools and community spaces.
✔ Participate in varied tasks like building classrooms, painting murals, and creating pathways.
✔ Improve infrastructure for children and families in underprivileged areas.
✔ Gain practical construction experience—no prior skills required.
✔ Assist with building sanitation facilities, furniture, and safe pathways.
✔ Paint, repair, and beautify school buildings.
✔ Work on landscaping projects to create greener, cleaner spaces.
✔ Collaborate with local coordinators to safely use tools and materials.
✔ Immerse yourself in Cambodian culture through daily interaction with locals.
✔ Leave a tangible legacy that benefits the community for years to come.
Schedule
Your week begins on Monday with an introduction meeting covering house rules, expectations, health and safety, and document handling. You’ll also take part in Khmer culture lessons, learn do’s and don’ts, and pick up basic language skills. A tour of the compound and local shops will help you get settled, including arranging a SIM card if needed. You’ll then visit the project site to understand your role and get ready to start contributing.
From Tuesday to Friday, mornings begin with breakfast before heading to the project site, whether it’s the school, local homes, or community facilities. Your coordinator will brief you on the day’s tasks, which typically include construction, renovation, painting, or building furniture. Expect around 4-5 hours of hands-on work, with a lunch break either at the accommodation or near the project site. Every task you do directly improves the community, leaving behind safer, more functional spaces for children and families.
This schedule can be changed depending on local conditions and unforeseen circumstances
Your Arrival
Get ready for a warm welcome! Your adventure begins the moment you arrive, with our airport pick-up on Sunday. To ensure a smooth transition, we’ll provide you with all the necessary arrival and contact details when you book your program. The local team will be waiting for you, ready to transfer you to your accommodation where you’ll meet fellow volunteers from around the world.
For all programs in Siem Reap and Samraong your arrival is at Siem Reap International Airport (REP).

Your Orientation
On Monday, our experienced coordinator will lead an exciting orientation session. This is your chance to get comfortable with your surroundings and dive into the local culture, while also receiving important health and safety advice.
During the orientation, you’ll receive a comprehensive introduction to your program, accommodations, and the exciting projects that await. Plus, you’ll learn all the do’s and don’ts of local customs, giving you a head start on immersing yourself in the rich and vibrant culture of Cambodia.
Your Accommodation
Your accommodation is included in your package from Sunday night until Saturday morning of your last week, so you can rest assured that you’ll have a comfortable place to call home throughout your journey.
You’ll be staying in shared rooms with other volunteers, giving you the perfect opportunity to make lifelong friends from around the globe. You’ll be accommodated in single-gender dorm-style rooms, ensuring maximum comfort and privacy.
If you want to have a single room, then this is available at an extra cost. There is limited availability for single rooms so please contact us for this.
But that’s not all – we’ve got your meals covered too! You’ll enjoy three delicious meals per day from Monday to Friday, and two meals per day on weekends. Plus, if you’re a vegetarian, no problem! We can vegetarian meals for you.
Accommodation in Siem Reap
Accommodation in Samraong
Program Prices
1 Week: 495 Euro
2 Weeks: 645 Euro
3 Weeks: 875 Euro
4 Weeks: 1095 Euro
+1 Week: 275 Euro
* The culture week & construction has an extra fee of 75 Euro per week
What’s included:
Volunteer program
Accommodation
Meals
24/7 in-country support
In-country program orientation
Pre-departure support
Airport pick-up
Not included:
visa, flight, travel insurance, vaccinations, criminal background check, return trip to the airport, admin fee of 75 Euro, 5% international banking fee
Requirements to join:
– Participants need to be minimum 18 years old
– Participants under 16 need to join with a parent/guardian
– Participants aged 16 to 18 need to have parental consent
– Participants are required to provide a criminal background check (if unable to obtain a criminal background check, you can provide two character reference letters instead)
– Participants are required to have their own travel insurance
– You need to be able to speak and understand at least basic English