Asia has been recommended as ‘the perfect host’ for career break and gap year travel. A guide published on TomWilt.com claims that the continent ‘offers something for every taste’, including ‘some of the best volunteer projects in the world.’

According to the report, ‘Asia is perfect for gap year travellers; the serene beauty provides a soothing backdrop to a career escaping break while the rugged mountains and million mile an hour cities offer the perfect slice of adventure for those full of youthful energy.’

Despite its rich culture, history and natural beauty, ‘too much of the Asian continent continues to experience severe deprivation.’ According to the Asian Development Bank, Asia is home to two thirds of the developing world’s impoverished population.

In light of this, a huge number of volunteer projects have been set up by local NGOs and charities. Gap year and career break travellers now have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of worthy causes, from community volunteer work and volunteer teaching, to conservation and healthcare.

To find out about Inspire’s volunteer projects in Asia and how you can volunteer abroad on your gap year or career break, visit our India, Nepal and Sri Lanka destination pages.