Volunteer As A Trailbuilder In Armenia
Please read the information on the general trail building page prior to applying to the International Volunteer Program in Armenia.
Partners
We are proud to work with our local partner Trails for Change NGO, who will be directing the trail work for the duration of the volunteer program.
Location
The 2025 Summer program will take place in Dilijan, Armenia. The first TCT trail building project in Armenia took place in Dilijan in 2017, and we’re excited to return this year to maintain the trails in this beautiful region. Dilijan is one of the more popular sections of the TCT, due to its accessibility and proximity to cultural sites, such as Haghartsin Monastery.
2025 Volunteer Camp Dates
International volunteer dates (Sunday to Saturday).
Typical Weekly Schedule
Sunday: Arrival in Dilijan. Team building, orientation, dinner with the group, and safety briefings.
Monday–Friday: Trail work. Five-day hitch focused on trail-building, maintenance, or conservation projects. Pack out after work on Friday, and return to Dilijan.
Saturday: Cultural Day and Departure. Share an Armenian meal, learn Armenian dances, and participate in a masterclass. Depart from Dilijan.
Costs
As a nonprofit organization primarily funded by donations, volunteer fees are what make it possible for us to run the international volunteer program and provide a great introductory trail building experience for people from all over the world. The volunteer fee includes TCTA membership for one year, giving you first access to all of the trail updates, webinars, news, and more!
The cost of participation in the volunteer program in Armenia is USD $650 for the 7-day program.
What is included:
• Two nights’ accommodation (Sunday and Friday) in Dilijan
• Transportation between Dilijan and the work site
• All meals from Sunday dinner thru Saturday lunch
• TCT t-shirt
• Use of tools and safety equipment in the field
• On-site training from skilled crew leaders
• TCT basecamp support
What is not included:
• Airfare to Armenia
• Transportation to and from Dilijan
• Items included on the Volunteer Packing List
• Personal travel insurance
• Other personal expenses
We are extremely grateful for the time that international volunteers contribute to this project. Please know that this fee still does not cover all of our expenses. Running the volunteer program comes with substantial overheads, including staffing, food, equipment, insurance, transportation, and administrative costs. Making these opportunities possible for such a modest amount requires the support of many additional donors and partners. Your volunteer fee and time both support critical projects on the development of the Transcaucasian Trail, and we are grateful for your support.
Payment Deadlines
A nonrefundable deposit of $200 is due within two weeks of your acceptance to reserve your spot in the program. The remaining volunteer fee ($450) is due at least one month prior to your arrival.
Your spot on the team is not reserved until you have paid the deposit and submitted a signed liability waiver.
Join us for a rewarding experience and help bring to life one of the most ambitious long-distance hiking trails in the world! Complete the volunteer application form by clicking the button below.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until June 15, 2025.
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*Please note that demand has been very high in previous years, and all spots will likely fill well in advance of this deadline. To avoid disappointment, we suggest applying as soon as possible to guarantee your spot.
I enjoyed the shared purpose. Nice to meet new people and great to explore a new place and think about future potential trips. I felt like it was a sustainable project to bring new people to a lesser known area, in a positive manner.
Ed, 2023 volunteer
