If you want the ultimate experience in volunteer travel, you should visit the continent of Africa. On what is known as the "dark continent", there is plenty you can do to help your fellow human beings who are in trouble through no fault of their own.
In some countries in Africa, the governments are corrupt. Although aid is sent to these countries by foreign nations, most of it is used up by the corrupt government officials. Very little is given to those who truly need it and for whom it was intended. By packing a few bags of supplies to give to people, you can make a real humanitarian effort in Africa. And you can make a difference, too. You can take items such as mosquito nets and medicines that can help with malaria outbreaks that have been experienced in Africa.
There are many countries in Africa that need help. If you are looking for volunteer travel, Africa is the place that you can go for humanitarian efforts. Many African countries have suffering citizens due to corrupt governments as well as plagues and pestilence.
Another volunteer travel opportunity is to go to Cuba. Those who live in the United States cannot travel to Cuba unless they go on a humanitarian mission. You can bring small everyday items such as aspirin and sanitary items that the people in Cuba will appreciate. Although these items are supposed to be available to people, many of the stores are empty all of the time and people are reduced to going to the black market to get anything that they need.
Volunteer travel is very rewarding. You can discuss some of the best volunteer travel opportunities with others who have gone through this experience as well as those in volunteer services at the travel chatroom.