Location
  • Indonesia
    • Bali
Length
1 to 12 weeks

Program Details

Language
English
Timeframe
Short Term Spring Break Summer Winter Year Round
Housing
Guesthouse
Groups
Small Group (1-15) Medium Group (16-30) Large Group (31+)
Travel Type
Budget Family Older Travelers Solo Women

Pricing

Starting Price
385
Price Details
Fully hosted experience from only $385 for 1 week - this includes accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, orientation and 24/7 in-country support.
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Airport Transfers Meals Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare Travel Insurance Visa
Apr 25, 2023
Feb 14, 2024
191 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Trusted by 125,000+ volunteers, IVHQ offers the world's #1 rated volunteer programs in Bali and 50+ destinations worldwide.

For the past 5 years, we've won the "Top Volunteer Abroad Provider Award" from GoOverseas, so you can trust that you're in the safest hands with IVHQ in Bali.

Our affordable projects start from $26/day for your accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, project placement and local support. Projects run year-round, with durations from 1-12 weeks. Choose from 9 meaningful and life-enriching projects, ranging from Teaching and Kindergarten in the cultural hub of Ubud, to Sea Turtle Conservation on the island of Nusa Penida. Plus, you’ll stay in a volunteer house with other like-minded, impact-focused travelers from around the world (private room options available).

With IVHQ’s superior pre-departure support services, you’ll gain exclusive access to your own Volunteer Travel Specialist, comprehensive preparation tools and volunteer training before you leave home.

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Program Highlights

  • Cheapest volunteer programs from $26/day for your accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, project placement & local support.
  • Volunteer for 1-12 weeks, year round start dates most Mondays
  • 15+ years experience & only B Corp certified volunteer travel organization
  • Get free changes up to 14 days before you start with our flexible booking policy
  • Affordable way to earn college credit - gain 5 credits for only US$500!

Popular Programs

Volunteer & teach in Bali with IVHQ

As a volunteer on our Teaching project in Bali, you will play a hands-on role in developing the English language skills of elementary students within Ubud. Balinese students are eager to practice their conversational English skills and learn from native speakers, as greater English literacy supports opportunities for higher education and career prospects in areas like Bali where Tourism is a rapidly expanding industry.

Environmental Education Project

As a volunteer on our Environmental Education project in Bali, you will play an important role in educating young Balinese children about protecting the local environment. You’ll be based in local primary schools, helping to run classes around recycling and community clean up campaigns. This project is well suited to volunteers with an interest in conservation and supporting the delivery of environmental education campaigns.

Turtle conservation in Bali with IVHQ

As a volunteer on our Turtle Conservation project, you will work alongside a local team on the small island of Nusa Penida to help protect the endangered sea turtles of Indonesia through proactive and reactive activities. The long-term aim of this project is to increase the turtle population within the area of Nusa Penida. If you’re someone who has an interest in wildlife, conservation efforts and likes being outdoors, this project is for you.

Volunteer in Bali with IVHQ

As a volunteer on our Construction and Renovation project in Bali, you will play an important role in supporting the development and refurbishment of community infrastructure within Ubud. This project is well suited to volunteers with a willingness to work hard and an enthusiasm for helping out wherever your support is most needed. Your tasks may include laying bricks, painting, laying tiles, carpentry, landscaping or gardening. A typical day on the project will involve 3 - 4 hours of work.

Program Reviews

4.92 Rating
based on 221 reviews
  • 5 rating 92.76%
  • 4 rating 6.79%
  • 3 rating 0.45%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Impact 4.75
  • Support 4.95
  • Fun 4.9
  • Value 4.8
  • Safety 4.95
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Lisa
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

3rd IVHQ experience - ALL fabulous and memorable

Travel to Bali with an open mind and participate in as many cultural events as possible. Enjoy the opportunity to be among very kind people and leave with the commitment and intention to spread more kindness and gratitude in the world. IVHQ set up an amazing, 2-week volunteer experience for 10 college students and myself. Our activities included a balanced mix of cultural activities, community engagement/volunteer experiences, and exploration time. Thanks to the local teams and IVHQ, our groups were highly organized and prepared for each trip.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
Our group was interested in exploring traditional Balinese wellness practices, so the local team arranged a visited to the Taman Beji Griya Waterfall. The purification ceremony was beautiful and tranquil. The process included a cleansing waterfall ritual, which was glorious.
Pros
  • Being around very kind Balinese People for two weeks - I am inspired
  • Working with students and teachers at the schools in Ubud and Lovina
  • Cultural/Educational activities such as making flower offerings, visiting rice terraces, and temples
5 people found this review helpful.
Caitlyn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Green lion turtle conservation

My experience at Green Lion was so fun, memorable, and amazing, a once in a life time experience. Nusa penida is such a beautiful island, and the programme is run by really lovely and amazing people. I learned a lot about Green turtles and other species of sea turtle, I made lots of new friends from different countries, and I also had the opportunity to explore different parts of the island including crystal bay and Gamat bay. I loved learning all about turtles, their rehabilitation, and their life cycle in the wild, and how people can contribute towards their conservation. I would recommend this experience to anybody!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
Releasing baby turtles on Gamat Bay as part of the rehabilitation programme. We got to place the turtles on the sand and watch them enter the ocean and begin their life! Was such an amazing and emotional moment
Pros
  • Learn about an amazing species
  • Lots of animal handling
  • Amazing culture and food
Cons
  • Quite far from the popular spots of Nusa Penida
  • Not enough group activities to make friends
  • Not really close to any big beaches
9 people found this review helpful.
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Roshan
5/5
No, I don't recommend this program

Volunteering Experience with IVHQ

I had the opportunity in Bali - Lovina on behalf of IVHQ. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by the organized and dedicated local team. They helped me to feel more comfortable and get oriented to kick start my work teaching English.

The sense of camaraderie among fellow volunteers was another highlight of my time on site. Our backgrounds were diverse across background, age, gender identity, but we quickly came together and experienced the community together.

I am immensely grateful to IVHQ for enabling me to volunteer. This experience has not only broadened my perspective, but has also inspired further commitment to global education and community service. I would recommend this program to anyone seeking a transformative and purposeful volunteering experience in one of the most beautiful corners of the world.

What was your funniest moment?
Asking the local stuff to help us translate quirky English games to the primary school students.
Pros
  • The program attracted a diverse array of volunteers from across the globe.
  • The work was impactful - the community really benefited from the work I did.
  • Enjoying the local sights felt safe and accessible.
Cons
  • It was a bit difficult to move into the volunteer house on New Year's Eve.
  • English literacy amongst the students was very low, teaching was challenging.
8 people found this review helpful.
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Tiahn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Volunteering made easy

IVHQ made volunteering overseas for the first time an extremely enjoyable experience. The pre-departure information and communication from the IVHQ team were excellent. I felt as though I was fully equipped for my time abroad. I would absolutely book another volunteering experience through IVHQ and have already recommended it to friends and family. Unfortunately, the private accommodation upgrade was not as advertised however the team on the ground was very helpful in communicating with hotel staff on my behalf and working to resolve any issues that arose.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would stay for longer!
Pros
  • The excellent communication and information from IVHQ
  • Meeting new people from all over the world
  • Having everything pre-organised so I can just enjoy my time overseas
Cons
  • The private accomodation was not as advertised (issues with water and wifi)
  • Was not made aware of religious prayer at regular times of the day (woken up at 4am every day)
14 people found this review helpful.
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Eva
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Do it!

I went to the turtle program on Nusa Penida for 2 weeks, will never regret it! It’s good for family, solo travelers, couples and group of friends. The food is local and good and the accommodation is also good with air conditioning. It’s possible to make a difference and you helping the a lot to the program. The staff is really sweet and helpful. It’s also good if you will increase your cv. It’s all the money worth. Just go and do it, you won’t regret it! The island is pretty small, but that makes the experience more authentic and in the weekend have you time to see Bali and the other islands

18 people found this review helpful.
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Sasha
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best travel experience ever

Everyone was so nice and welcoming, i was nervous as i was traveling alone for the first time (i’m 17 years old) but the volunteer house was full of people who were 18-38 years old and were all very friendly and welcoming. The food was amazing and the staff were the nicest people i’ve ever met. you have a lot of free time to go sight seeing, i was only there for a week so me and some other volunteers went to the rice fields, waterfalls, shopping and more. i was doing the healthcare program in ubud. this was a very amazing experience. I’m planning to do another trip in december or april.

Pros
  • Lots of free time
  • Making a difference in the community
  • Meeting many interesting people
Cons
  • none
  • none
  • none
23 people found this review helpful.
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Danielle
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Sea Turtle Conservation Bali

Overall my time in Nusa Penida was amazing. I was a little nervous going into the trip because it was my first solo trip and wasn't entirely sure what to expect. Upon my arrival in Bali, everyone was so sweet and welcoming which definitely eased my nerves. Additionally, working with the turtles was a crazy experience and I'll never forget my time there. It was so amazing to care for the turtles for a few weeks and then release some into the ocean. If I could recommend something for people volunteering in the future, I would say that a bunch of people met at the orientation week before heading to Nusa Penida, however, I didn't do the orientation week and felt completely fine. I still met so many people from around the world and quickly adjusted.

Pros
  • Meeting people from all over the world
  • Helping the sea turtles
  • Learning more about sea turtles and marine conservation
Cons
  • Not the best food
  • Nusa Penida wasn't a very touristy/social area
  • Rooms had many geckos at times
22 people found this review helpful.
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John
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I Experienced Bali

The support from the International Volunteers HQ and local Green Lion Team was excellent, like working with very good friends.

We were immersed in the local community culture very quickly by everyone in the village. Local people could not do enough for us and their friendship went beyond belief.

The Health Education program had structure but it was down to our own personalities on how we delivered it working with the team and young people. I learnt more than I taught.

I’ve visited many countries but with IVHQ I experienced Bali.

Pros
  • IVHQ support and Green Lions
  • The people from Bali
  • The other volunteers
Cons
  • Should of stayed longer
29 people found this review helpful.

Questions & Answers

It depends on where you are going and how long you are staying. For Indonesia, you do not need one if you are staying less than 30 days.

In Ubud, the total fees will be at least US$1,979. You can opt to pay for more flexibility if you like too :)

Hi Salma, Great to hear that you're interested in volunteering and that your parents are supporting your trip! IVHQ Volunteers must be 18 years or older to participate on our programs. However, if you are volunteering as part of a group with one of (or both of) your parents, a guardian or other family member who is 18 years or over, you would be eligible to participate. Otherwise, If you're due to...

IVHQ requires that all volunteers participating on the program be at least 18 years old. However, if you volunteer with a parent or guardian on the same project as you, you can go at younger than 18. It is important to note that the local organization, Green Lion Bali, does host volunteers from other organizations other than IVHQ, and some of those organizations have different age requirements...