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 05, 2024
May 18, 2024
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About Program

Trusted by 136,000+ volunteers, IVHQ offers the world's #1 rated volunteer programs in Bali and 50+ destinations worldwide.

For the past 6 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 226 reviews
  • 5 rating 92.04%
  • 4 rating 7.52%
  • 3 rating 0.44%
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  • Impact 4.7
  • Support 4.95
  • Fun 4.9
  • Value 4.8
  • Safety 4.95
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Kristi
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Volunteering with IVHQ in Ubud, Bali - AMAZING EXPERIENCE

Volunteering with IVHQ was one of the best decisions I could've made for myself this summer! I had a strong support system before departing, while I was in Bali, and even upon returning as coordinators touched base with me about the program and overall trip. I am constantly amazed by my interactions within other cultures around the world, and getting to know the other volunteers from such a diverse array of countries was such a rewarding experience. I would without a doubt volunteer with IVHQ again. They have a great variety of programs in so many countries! I would love to go back to Bali, or to another place where I could participate in a different program within a different culture. There is so much to learn from opportunities such as this, and IVHQ made this opportunity of learning, serving, and personal growth possible for me!

29 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hi Kristi, it is great to hear from you and receive a great review! We always love to hear when volunteers embrace the cultural and find their experience rewarding. Awesome to hear that it was the best decision you could have made for the Summer. We would love to have you back on any of our programs when the time is right for you! Brigitte - IVHQ Program Manager

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Dóra
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My experiences in Bali

If I did a list with the best five experiences in my life, Bali definitely would be on the top of it. I spent there in Ubud 4 and a half weeks and everything just truly met with my expectations. One of my favorite part was the introduction week because it really helps you to get through the basic hard things at the beginning when you are in a different country or even on a different continent. That one week gave us the opportunity to meet new people and make friendships just before the program even started. It also gives a little taste of the culture and show you the most significant places which are really amazing.
I was also very satisfied with my volunteering program there which was teaching. All the children were so adorable, and you just felt that they are so desperate to get a little knowledge of English. Of course they lost sometimes their attention (like in every 30 minutes) and started focusing on other things, but that’s what children normally do, so you could just start playing with them something and then return back to teaching and that was all.
The only thing which was different than what I imagined was that I didn’t have to spend the whole day volunteering and teaching. I did the preparation for the class in the mornings and teaching the children in the afternoon so normally I had time to visit places and do some sightseeing between mornings and afternoons and that was so good, because you had the chance to explore the whole island as well.
The accommodation and the foods were also fascinating and delicious. Before I went there I just tried to put as low my expectation as I could, but when I get there I realized that it was unnecessary, because everything was so clean and the food was amazing too. You even had the chance to do your laundry, to use the swimming pool there for free, play ping pong, and just cross over the street in the middle of nowhere to get to a warung (bar) where you could just chill or get a drink. :) If you had any problem, all the staff members were there to help you, they were really helpful and you could get free rides by the local taxi drivers to the city center as well, which was great.
To sum up, if I had to recommend a place to do some volunteering, I would definitely recommend to volunteer with Green Lion Bali through IVHQ, because you could hardly get a better opportunity in your life, for sure. To live there, to get to know the culture, to meet and help children, and to be part an amazing community like that was… that’s what Bali can give to you, so just don’t miss the chance. :)

What would you improve about this program?
Just gives us a little bit more information about the volunteering program before we go there just to make us a little bit more prepared. :)
29 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hi Dora, thanks for your amazing review, it was so awesome to read! We loved that it was one of the best experiences in your life and I can assure you that the children really appreciated your time and energy! Great to hear that you found the food amazing and that you found the orientation week one of the best things! Thanks Dora, you will be welcomed back any time!! :) Brigitte - IVHQ Program Manager

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Karen
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Teaching in Bali

My recent volunteer trip to Bali was more than I expected. It was my first time volunteering overseas, I am 53 and I traveled by myself. I have traveled by myself before this trip but never internationally. I was a little anxious but the help and support along the way from the staff at IVHQ eased my worries. They were pretty quick at answering my questions. Once I arrived in Bali, except for one glitch in my pick up at the airport, the staff there was just as amazing and always willing to help and extremely friendly. Bali was an amazing place and I never felt unsafe. I would highly recommend the trip through IVHQ.

31 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hi Karen, thanks for your review. It is awesome to hear that your trip was more than you expected and that you highly recommend volunteering abroad with IVHQ. We are pleased that you felt safe and the local team was really friendly. We really appreciate the work that you did, thank you!! Brigitte - IVHQ Program Manager

Kayla
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing experience!

This was an amazing program. The entire process was kinda of scary at first but the coordinators are so awesome and makin sure you have all the information and help you need for success! We went to Ubud, and the people, food, and atmosphere was perfect. Such a wonderful experience!

This was an amazing program. The entire process was kinda of scary at first but the coordinators are so awesome and makin sure you have all the information and help you need for success! We went to Ubud, and the people, food, and atmosphere was perfect. Such a wonderful experience!

What would you improve about this program?
The staff of IVHQ was incredibly helpful and ensured I was completely prepared.
31 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hi Kayla, it is great to hear from you! It is awesome to hear that you had such a great time after initially being scared about the trip. We are great that it was such a wonderful experience for you! We hope to have you return one day :) Brigette - IVHQ Program Manager.

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Amy
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Bali- Ubud

I volunteered in Bali- Ubud, through IVHQ. Bali was an incredible experience. I made life long friends, taught a class of 6th graders, and got to experience a beautiful new culture. The staff were amazing, and helped out all the volunteers with whatever needs they had. The location was beautiful, we were situated in a village 20 minutes outside the town of Ubud. This allowed us to integrate in a real Balinese community. The people (the volunteers, locals & staff) were second to none. I volunteered for five weeks- by the end of those 5 weeks I was wishing I had 5 more! The only downside to this programme is missing the children you taught and the friends you made after you leave! A member of the IVHQ team was on hand from the minute I booked the trip. She answered any questions I had, and checked in with m to make sure everything was going well during the volunteer programme.
Volunteering with IVHQ in Bali was absolutely the best thing I ever done. I thoroughly recommend anyone interested in volunteering abroad to consider IVHQ Bali. You wont regret it.

28 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hi Amy, thanks for your great review! We are pleased to hear you had such an incredible experience and that IVHQ and our local team were of great assistance on the way. Amazing to hear its the best thing you've ever done and hope one way you will join IVHQ again! Brigitte - IVHQ Program Manager.

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Bendik
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Bali - Construction

I did the construction and renovation project for 4 weeks

The orientation week is a good way of getting to know how where everything is and I found a lot of the actives fun/interesting. You get to know the drivers and especially the other volunteers. Connecting with other people from all across the world was one of the things I enjoyed the most besides the actual work with the school.

The Green Lion was a great facility and the fact that they have a pool was something I really appreciated. The food is good but be prepared for a lot of rice. Staff is also very welcoming and always meet you with a smile.

Weekend trips were also really fun since you got to see a lot of the other places around Bali. Make some good friends and be incisive and you’ll end up having a bunch of fun.

Also the only thing I regret is not having some time after my program to really travel around and stay at one place more than one or two nights. A week or two after the program would really have made the trip even better!

27 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hey Bendik, it's great to hear from you and see your review. It is awesome to hear that you made some great friends and had lots of fun. We are glad that you enjoyed the accommodation and made use of the pool! We hope to see you again sometime :) ^Brigitte - IVHQ Bali Program Manager

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Shelby
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Experience the Amazing

After my first year of college i was blessed enough to be getting refunded money from the extra scholarships I had because I also already had a full ride. I realized that I wanted to use this money to volunteer abroad and after much research i found IVHQ and have been using them since. My time with IVHQ has been absolutely amazing. Their prices are the lowest out there. They have staff helping you the moment you sign up, when you're in the country, and check up on you a couple weeks afterwards. This program while keep you safe while also allowing you to go out of your element and experience something(s) truly amazing!

What would you improve about this program?
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28 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hi Shelby, thanks for your review! It's great to hear you had such a great experience volunteering with us and enjoyed your time in Bali. I do hope you volunteer with us again in the future. ^Brigitte - IVHQ Bali Program Manager

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Ainsley
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

IVHQ!!

I recently had the pleasure of traveling through IVHQ to Bali Indonesia. This company is so reliable so easy to work with and so extremely helpful with the whole process, not to mention affordable. I volunteered teaching kindergarten in Ubud. I had the most amazing experience of my life so far! The culture, the people and every thing about Bali was special. IVHQ helped make the whole experience easy. I would recommend this program to everyone looking to travel abroad.

What would you improve about this program?
It amazing, no need for improvement!
36 people found this review helpful.
Response from International Volunteer HQ - IVHQ

Hi Ainsley, its great to hear from you and brilliant to hear that you had such a great time! We try our best to provide a seamless service for volunteers, so I am pleased that you felt this in the process. We would love to have you back again! ^Brigitte - IVHQ Bali Program Manager

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...