Volunteer Resources

IVC Volunteer Guide
Download the Volunteer Guide below to read about:

Welcome to IVC
Information Prior to Departure
Upon Arrival
What to Expect During Your Stay with IVC
A Brief Introduction to India & Life in Pondicherry
Daily Life
Practical Information

Useful Links

India Packing List:
http://www.travelindependent.info/whattopack.htm

Lonely Planet Visa Info:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/india/practical-information/visas

General Tips for Travelling to India:
http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-to-india-tips/

Health Considerations for India:
http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/india
http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations/asia-(east)/india.aspx

Traveling Around India, Bookings:
http://www.makemytrip.com/

India Travel Forum:
http://www.indiamike.com/

English-language Indian Newspaper: Tamil Nadu
http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil_nadu/

Tips for Women:
http://www.nomadicchick.com/7-ways-to-survive-india-as-a-solo-girl/

Backpacker Guide to India:
http://www.travelindependent.info/asia-southern.htm#India

Blogger Asher Fergusson's Indian Travel Tips:
http://www.asherfergusson.com/india

Backpacker Advice
http://backpackeradvice.com/destinations/asia/india.html

Discounted Airfare Websites:
www.kayak.com
www.travelocity.com
www.priceline.com

Popular Travel Insurance:
www.worldnomads.com

Tips for Sleeping Well Abroad
https://www.tuck.com/sleep-and-travel/
https://www.tuck.com/how-to-sleep-well-in-a-hostel/
https://www.tuck.com/jet-lag/

*IVC does not endorse any of the above links, companies, or information - we are simply creating links past volunteers have recommended to help you prepare for your time in India.