Gap Year and Careers Breaks in Sri LankaIf you are thinking about taking your gap year or a career break in Asia or India, you should take a closer look at Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is a fantastic place to take your gap year or career break. It is a relatively small country so you can get to see most of its attractions while you are here. There is something for everyone from ancient temples, such as Dambulla, picturesque cities like Kandy, National Parks to see wildlife, breathtaking scenery and not forgetting the many idyllic tropical beaches. The volunteer projects that we have chosen have been done so with a lot of care. They are mainly in very poor areas. So your being there will make such a difference to many people and not just children. You will be welcomed with open arms by the community as Sri Lankans are very hospitable and you will have the experience of a lifetime. We are very experienced with gap year and career breaks as Sue has worked extensively as a volunteer English teacher in a schools throughout Sri Lanka. We therefore have an intimate knowledge of what it is like and what to expect so you will get the most from your gap year/career break experience. All our past volunteers are very happy to be contacted by email so you can get a real feel of what it has been like for others. Email us on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call us on 01264 889644 or 07860 467 300 to discuss your requirementsTeachingTeaching English in schools in the Negombo area Supplementary optional afternoon activities: Extra tuition for children, English tuition classes for adults, time at beach or by pool of local hotel. Working in an OrphanageWe have placements either in Orphanages that provide homes for children who have no parents or those that provide a home for children with mental and physical disabilities. Volunteer accommodationStay with a local Sri Lankan family in your own private room and bathroom (possibly sharing with another volunteer). If you choose to work in the Orphanage for children with mental and physical disabilities, you will be accommodated in a small hotel very close by.
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TestimonialsThank you so so so much for our amazing time in Sri Lanka, we really appreciate all the hard work that you put in. It was simply fantastic fun, the teaching was unbelievable and the weekend trips were brilliant, it is such a wonderful country and so beautiful too. I could ramble on for ages about all the things we did and the great times we had, but I'm sure you have heard it all before!
Rhys Evans, Salisbury, Wilts An amazing trip. The children were a pleasure to teach and the company arrnaged everything we needed, before and during the trip. Thank you for an excellent experience. Flossie House & Rhys Evans, Salisbury Wilts Just thought I'd send a quick email to thank you for organising my volunteer work so well. I've had such a good 2 months and leaving the orphanage was so heartbreaking, I have absolutely loved it. I'll be back next year definitely, if only for 3 or 4 weeks, so I'll stay in touch. Helen Upton, Dover I had a brilliant time over in Sri Lanka, the people and country are amazing. I was made to feel so welcome at the Orphanage by Kumudu and all his staff. The staff of The Unique Travel Co were brilliant - even organised my trips round the country for me - nothing was too much trouble for them. It has been the experience of a lifetime - thank you so much. Sarah Matthews, London This has been a totally life-changing experience for us. It is clear that everyone at The Unique Travel Co is determined to make a difference in Sri Lanka and we thank them for everything that they did to make our stay so very memorable. The families we stayed with were brilliant and involved us in everything. Life back in the UK is going to seem so dull after all the fun and laughter we had at the Orphanage! Jane Pearson and Katie Saunders, Bristol |
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