PHILIPPINES AND ITS BEACHES

Volunteer experience and responsible tourism in one trip

The Philippines is a true paradise on Earth. With more than 7,000 islands, this Southeast Asian archipelago captivates those who visit with its crystal-clear waters, white sands, coral reefs, and hospitality that stays engraved in the heart.

At Cooperating Volunteers, we believe that a volunteer trip is not only about helping and sharing with local communities but also about living the culture, exploring nature, and discovering magical places that make the experience unforgettable. That is why, during your free time, you will be able to enjoy some of the best beaches in the world, always with a responsible and sustainable tourism approach.

Below, we share with you some of the most spectacular beaches in the Philippines that you can visit while living this experience.

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  • El Nido, Palawan

 

Considered one of the most beautiful gems on the planet, El Nido is a place that seems straight out of a movie. Surrounded by imposing karst formations and turquoise lagoons, it offers fine sandy beaches such as Nacpan Beach, ideal for unwinding after a week of volunteering.

In addition, El Nido is the gateway to the Bacuit Islands, a group of islets perfect for snorkeling and discovering the richness of the coral reefs.

  • Boracay

 

Boracay is perhaps the most famous beach in the Philippines thanks to its White Beach, a four-kilometer stretch of white sand and deep blue waters. For a time, it suffered from tourist overcrowding, but today it has regained its splendor thanks to a more sustainable tourism policy.

Here you can stroll at sunset, try water sports, or simply relax in a hammock.

  • Malapascua, Cebu

 

If you are looking for a more peaceful atmosphere, Malapascua is your destination. This small island is known in the diving world as one of the few places where thresher sharks can be spotted.

Beyond diving, Malapascua offers quiet beaches such as Bounty Beach, perfect for reading, meditating, or enjoying the scenery without rushing.

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  • Siargao

 

Famous for being the surfing capital of the Philippines, Siargao combines the adrenaline of its waves with dreamy quiet spots like Guyam Island or Daku Island. In addition, it is an ideal place to explore mangroves and natural lagoons.

  • Camiguin

 

This volcanic island is less known, but it is a true treasure. On White Island, a sandbar in the middle of the sea, you can enjoy unique views of volcanoes and the ocean at the same time.

  • Coron, Palawan

 

Like El Nido, Coron is a must-see destination in Palawan. Its waters hide ancient sunken ships, making it a fascinating place for diving enthusiasts. Beaches such as Banol Beach or Atwayan Beach are perfect for relaxing after cultural and community immersion in your volunteer project. Moreover, this is where the base of our projects in the Philippines is located, giving you unbeatable access to everything you can do on this island.

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More than beaches

The most special thing about a volunteer trip to the Philippines is that it combines the best of two worlds:

  • Solidarity and commitment, by collaborating with local communities in educational, environmental, or development projects.
  • Connection with nature, enjoying beaches and landscapes that seem unreal.

 

Each day will be an opportunity to learn, share, and create memories that go beyond the trip.

Responsible tourism in the Philippines: our mission

At Cooperating Volunteers, we promote a model of tourism that respects the environment and supports local communities. Visiting paradisiacal beaches does not conflict with acting consciously:

  • Use biodegradable sunscreen to protect corals.
  • Avoid single-use plastics.
  • Support local businesses so your impact is positive.
  • Respect the culture and customs of the community that welcomes you.
  • Do not promote irresponsible fishing or tourism that alters marine life.
  • Avoid touching or extracting corals during your aquatic activities.
  • Always walk on designated trails and avoid leaving waste on virgin beaches.
  • Always respect mangrove ecosystems, vital for maintaining local biodiversity balance.

 

If you choose the Philippines as your volunteer destination, you will discover that its magic goes far beyond natural beauty. Each beach, each encounter, and each smile will become part of a transformative experience you will remember forever.

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UNIVERSITY PRACTICES

Our volunteers will be able to validate university credits with the aim of traveling in a more responsible and economical way.

What does volunteering focused on university practices involve?

At Cooperating Volunteers, we make agreements with different universities to validate university credits with the aim of traveling in a more responsible and economical way.

The specialties we work with are extensive: medical volunteering, nursing, education, social work, psychology, physiotherapy, engineering, architecture…

The practices can be carried out in our designated destinations for this purpose, as well as in Spain.

If you choose an international destination, it’s a unique way to live an unforgettable and enriching experience, as you will have the opportunity to continue your education in another country, with a completely different culture.

Stepping out of our comfort zone and being part of the various projects at the destination will allow us to grow both personally and professionally, creating a more extensive curriculum.

And we are fully convinced that this experience will accompany you throughout your life.

You will be able to visit hospitals, schools, centers, orphanages, and participate directly and actively in the daily lives of all those people at the destination, always accompanied by other professionals willing to collaborate hand in hand with you and guide you in daily tasks.

If your university is not part of the agreement with Cooperating Volunteers, you can contact cristina@cooperatingvolunteers.com so that we can get in touch and make this experience a reality. 

CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING

Corporate volunteering consists of tailored programs for your company, designed to develop teamwork skills.

It is proven that teamwork directly impacts productivity. 

Collective effort surpasses individual capabilities, promotes diversity of skills, stimulates creativity, and facilitates problem-solving in the face of various challenges.

Therefore, it not only maximizes efficiency but also enriches the work environment.

We conduct corporate volunteering programs that consist of customized programs for your company, designed to develop teamwork skills, improve performance, and foster unity among employees.

We tailor projects to the corporate identity and size of the company, and we can adjust them to any destination and time of the year.

The advantages of corporate volunteering include:

  • Improving communication.
  • Group unity.
  • Cultural integration in different situations.
  • Employee training.
  • Increased Corporate Social Responsibility.

The future is aligned with a more responsible society, and participating in social projects positions our company among the list of revolutionary businesses that want to be part of the change.

If you resonate with this message, corporate volunteering is a unique experience both individually and collectively, and at Cooperating Volunteers, we accompany you throughout the process to make it a unique journey.

FAMILY VOLUNTEERING

Quality time spent with family strengthens emotional bonds, promotes communication, and contributes to the emotional well-being of its members. 

Spending quality time with family and being able to disconnect from our hectic routines is not only enriching but also necessary.

Sometimes we forget to communicate, connect, and dedicate time to each other. Each one of us lives focused on our jobs, schools… And it’s necessary to find the opportunity to pause and take care of ourselves.

Quality time spent with family strengthens emotional bonds, promotes communication, and contributes to the emotional well-being of its members. And of course, it creates lifelong positive memories.

At Cooperating Volunteers, we suggest moving away from those ‘more superficial’ trips (which can also be fantastic), but we invite you to live this experience to bring out our most empathetic and humanitarian side.

Family volunteering gives us the opportunity to be part of a positive impact, promoting values of solidarity and social responsibility.

There are many families who choose to experience these trips focused on cooperation and direct involvement with different communities around the world, where living conditions are very different and sometimes entirely precarious.

Projects are tailored to different ages, allowing us to work together.

An incredible way to fill our suitcase with memories, learning, and knowledge.

And although stepping out of our comfort zone often feels daunting, we assure you firsthand that it’s worth it.

At Cooperating Volunteers, we accompany you throughout the entire experience, from start to finish, to make it unforgettable.

SENIOR VOLUNTEERING

At Cooperating Volunteers, we believe it’s never too late for anything, especially for volunteering and living a unique and unforgettable experience.

There are many people, increasingly so, who opt for responsible travel that involves social work.

Accustomed to organized and mostly touristic trips, at Cooperating Volunteers, we want to advocate for a more enriching experience, one that transforms us from within and allows us to be part of the change the world needs to see.

We can adapt both the destination and the duration of our projects to fit your needs.

It’s an opportunity full of emotions that allows us to significantly contribute to different communities and their evolution. And you can participate in different areas such as education, social support, or assistance in different centers.

Some of the benefits include:

  • Sense of purpose: Provides a sense of purpose by contributing your skills and experiences to meaningful causes.
  • Emotional well-being: Reduces feelings of isolation and establishes social connections.
  • Personal development: It’s continuous learning, skill development, and discovering new activities while keeping the mind-body active.
  • Physical health: Keeping active.
  • Stress reduction: The act of helping others reduces stress and contributes to mental health.

Living this experience will undoubtedly be a before and after. 

SOCIAL VOLUNTEERING

A volunteering initiative with leadership and impact through the educational action program.

When we talk about social volunteering, we refer to all those actions and activities carried out altruistically, selflessly, and with the aim of addressing multiple problems and needs of different communities, always focused on education and self-sufficiency.

Education is essential because it provides the tools and knowledge necessary for personal, social, and economic development.

Our goal is to create self-sufficient communities and provide opportunities for the future personal development of each member. The message is not to ‘give’, but to accompany in the process of training for self-managed provision.

At Cooperating Volunteers, many of our destinations and projects embrace this type of volunteering. Some of our projects include: community programs, education, women’s empowerment…

And although they are completely different from each other, they share a single objective: progress towards a society that can embrace us all in the same way.

If you are someone who is restless, who needs to see a change in the future, volunteering is an experience tailor-made for you.