One Week Language and Culture

This unique and educational 1-week program by RCDP-Sri Lanka offers volunteers the opportunity to understand the local language, culture, religion, and customs before beginning their placement. For the first week, volunteers practice the local language and visit beautiful scenic and historic locations. During the week, volunteers will be immersed in the charm of local village life through work on a farm, cooking local foods, joining village cultural programs, and hiking in the countryside. On the final days of the program, volunteers see some of Sri Lanka 's most popular tourist destinations.

Itinerary in Details

Arrival: Airport pickup and hotel transfer

Day 01: Orientation covering a general introduction of the program. Additional topics include local culture, religion, safety, host family, and other issues related to the program.
Day 02: Language class begins (3-4 hours)
Day 03: Language class continues (3-4 hours)
Day 04: Language class continues (3-4 hours)
Day 05: Visit an elephant orphanage. Most of Sri Lanka 's elephant orphanages are located in lush green forests. Volunteers will visit nearby sanctuaries and enjoy some of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.
Day 05: Visit an elephant orphanage. Most of Sri Lanka 's elephant orphanages are located in lush green forests. Volunteers will visit nearby sanctuaries and enjoy some of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.
Day 06: Language class continues
Day 07: Closing language session and final evaluation