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Volunteer in Bali

Live the tropical life on International Volunteer HQ’s popular Bali volunteer abroad program. Choose from a wide range of trusted Bali volunteer projects, including Teaching, Kindergarten, Environmental Education, Health Education, Turtle Conservation and Construction and Renovation. Volunteer work in Bali is based in the cultural hub of Ubud, the northern coastal town of Lovina and the island of Nusa Penida. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 127,000 travellers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organisation in Bali.

Highlights:
  • 9 meaningful project options available year-round
  • Program Fees from AU$605 for 1 week
  • Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
  • Accommodation in a volunteer house within a traditional Balinese village

  • Popular Introduction Week add-on tour available

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Key information

Fully hosted experience from AU$605
Volunteer from 1 - 12 weeks
Ages 16+ and families
Based in Ubud, Lovina & Nusa Penida
Projects align with UN Sustainable Development Goals
Impact driven projects run by locals
B Corporation certified organization
Explore temples & rice paddies

Volunteer opportunities in Bali

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Supports community development

4-6 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from AU$1118

  • Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based at schools and community spaces
  • Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Help with upkeep and renovation for schools and community centres that can’t always afford to pay for the work themselves. A hands-on project for those who enjoy hard work and seeing tangible results.

Supports community development

3-4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from AU$1048

  • Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based at schools and community spaces in Ubud
  • Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Help to complete construction and renovation projects on community buildings and schools. Assist in hands-on tasks that require a good level of fitness and dedicated work ethic.

Conserves the environment

4-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from AU$605

  • Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based in schools in the heart of Ubud
  • Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Help to tackle Bali’s problem with litter by educating the next generation of students about proper waste disposal, and run clean up campaigns in the community.

Improves health & wellbeing

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from AU$605

  • Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based in schools and clinics in Ubud
  • Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Help to bring basic health education to schools, teaching students about hygiene, good health practices and nutrition. There are also opportunities for qualified volunteers to run campaigns or clinics in the community.

Increases access to education

2-3 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from AU$667

  • Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based in kindergartens
  • Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Assist kindergarten teachers with casual English and other lessons for children aged between 4-6.

Increases access to education

2-3 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from AU$605

  • Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based in kindergartens in Ubud
  • Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Assist local kindergarten teachers with both formal and informal English language lessons for 4-5 year olds, aiming to give them a head start with basic words and phrases.

Increases access to education

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from AU$667

  • Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based in local schools
  • Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Help to teach English in local elementary schools, volunteering with students aged between 8-12 years old. Take charge of a classroom by yourself or in pairs with another volunteer.

Increases access to education

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from AU$605

  • Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based in schools around Ubud
  • Volunteers aged 16+, families

Provide a fluent English-speaking perspective in language lessons in elementary schools, either taking classes on your own or with another volunteer.

Protects animals

4-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from AU$1205

  • Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
  • Programs start every Monday
  • Based on the island of Nusa Penida
  • Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Based on the island of Nusa Penida, help to conserve the population of endangered sea turtles. Assist with feeding and cleaning while you’re based off the beaten track, enjoying island life away from modern distractions.

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How to get started

Pick a destination + project and apply for free
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Pay the Registration Fee to secure your place and upgrade your MyIVHQ account
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