Location
  • Indonesia
    • Bali
Length
2 to 12 weeks

Program Details

Language
English
Age Min.
18
Age Max
35
Timeframe
Year Round
Housing
Host Family Hostel
Groups
Medium Group (16-30)

Pricing

Starting Price
300
Price Details
Please visit the "Program Fee" section of our website's volunteer page for more detailed information regarding volunteer costs.
Included in your volunteer fee:

* Shared home stay accommodation with breakfast included.

* Airport pickup.

* Orientation prior to beginning your volunteering placement.

* Wi-Fi access onsite at the home stay.

* 24 hour local emergency number (Volunteer Coordinator).

* Support from Volunteer Coordinator and local English teachers.

* Volunteering Certificate

* Experience of a lifetime!
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Airport Transfers Some Meals SIM cards Transportation Wifi
What's Not Included
Some Activities Airfare Domestic Airfare Some Meals Travel Insurance Visa
Oct 29, 2019
Mar 12, 2020
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About Program

Here at Volunteer Programs Bali, we believe that education can change a child’s destiny. More than just an international volunteer program, we provide opportunities to empower local Balinese communities through free English classes, recycling events, workshops. Furthermore, we also provide scholarship program, paid-internship, and continuously encourage local business owners to create job opportunities for our students. These opportunities give our students the tools they need to achieve their fullest potential in an ever-changing society, while holding on to the values and respect for the vibrant culture that makes Bali so unique.

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Program Impact

Every volunteer’s experience, empowerment, and growth is equally as important as anyone else in our family. We hope that the personal development and lessons learned during your time with us stay with you long after Bali, and ultimately inspire you to empower those in your own communities.

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Program Reviews

4.91 Rating
based on 235 reviews
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  • Support 4.85
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Axel
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

VP Bali Review - Axel

Hey guys,

I was volunteering for three weeks in May 2019 and all I can say is that it was an amazing experience – one of the best times in my life so far. As soon as you arrive at Wena Homestay you immediately make new friends and feel like you have been there forever. Trust me when I say that it will never get boring!
The kids at school have been adorable and to teach them is a challenge you will definitely benefit from. Since the lessons are from Monday to Thursday in the afternoon, you will always have enough time to just chill or explore some places around.
I really can just recommend this programm to you if you want to travel Bali, look for a challenge and want to make new friends from all over the world.

Note: When I was applying for the program, I thought that three weeks might be even a little too long, but I actually regret that I did not stay longer. Time really flies and and the three weeks felt like one. So keep that in mind when planning the length of your stay 

Thanks to Kim and the rest of the team - it was a pleasure!

37 people found this review helpful.
Gaurav
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A life Changer

I'm just getting done with a chapter in my life that I'd like to say is new, but I already feel home here. From this 4 week long program that I have been a part off, I take back so many lessons and learnings that I would have never experienced anywhere else. Volunteering as a teacher at VP Bali has to be one of the most real experiences that anyone can be a part off in the present day and age. Teaching the kids here and understanding the Founders' vision for the program makes you explore the flip side to the greedy, money driven society that we all live in! Here, it's just about loving and helping someone else stand up on their feet. That according to me, is the biggest learning that I take back. If you ever get a chance to get away from your busy schedules for maybe even 2 weeks or even a month or longer, this is where you need to be. I'm gonna miss home at VP Bali!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
The founders' foal and vision for kids in VP bali was an eye opener for me. It acts as a reminder that in this selfish, money driven rat race called society, there are elements of true love and care that are willing to provide for the needy without expecting anything in return.
41 people found this review helpful.
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Aisha
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

What an experience!

At first I was nervous going to a new place and teaching for the first time but that was just the first hour. I felt so comfortable in this program and it gave me proof that the little things in life are what matters. Was a great honor to be part of this program and make the slightest of change in someone's life. An overall experience filled with love, laughter, memories and heartfelt expeirnces. Not only did I have the opportunity to teach the most amazing kids but explore Bali, meet new friends and get to know a completely different yet beautiful culture. Bali is amazing filled with so many different things to do. My weeks were full of adventure and exploration. The kids I got to teach were the cutest and are very appreciative of everything. It was a real eye opener. If i had the chance I would have stayed for longer because once your there you won't want to leave.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Don't let the fear of travelling on your own stop you from this amazing experience. At first I was scared and didn't know what they expected of me but everything fell into place.
42 people found this review helpful.
May
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The best decision of my entire life!

When I applied to Vp Bali I thought 12 weeks were a lot but since the first minute in Bali I knew leaving would be hard! Staying at a homestay is the best part because you’ll get close to a local family and learn more about the culture and also hangout with the other volunteers all the time, so don’t worry you won’t be lonely!
Making friends is super easy, you will get this whole new family and the connection that you’ll make with them is amazing.
The kids are amazing, they want to know everything about you, they don’t want us to leave and you’ll want to stay forever (I would if I could), 2 weeks is nothing... if you have time go for at least 5 weeks. I was there for 12 weeks and it wasn’t enough.
About traveling you’ll have a lot of time for that, during the morning before school you can go to waterfalls, temples or chill at a pool. On weekends you can travel everywhere and explore the island. Don’t make plans before coming, you can make plans with other volunteers and travel together! Just go with the flow.
For me expending time in school and also with the volunteers was really important so we stayed at the homestay on the weekends and got to explore Ubud.
Vp Bali is the most amazing place and the best family I could ever have. The program is amazing, Balinese culture is amazing, kids and volunteers are amazing!!!! If you have the right purpose you’ll love it also!

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?

I would have extended one or maybe 3 weeks. Leaving for me it was the worst, Bali is home for me now and I’m just missing everything. I really wish I could be at the school with the kids again!
42 people found this review helpful.
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Ale
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

BEST EXPERIENCE EVER

This is the best volunteer program ever! I really enjoyed spending time here. I was for three weeks and wish I could've stayed longer. Old volunteers are super welcoming and nice with new volunteers. The kids are so grateful for having volunteers from around the world and they really enjoy learning English. Bali is the best place to do your volunteer because it has a lot of activities you can do during your free time. I had time to visit most of the places and still be in time for the classes. I loved to visit Bali through this program because they teach you and explain you a lot of things about their culture and religion that I wouldn't be able to figure them out by myself. I recommend to come here a 100000000% because you will make friends from around the world, learn about a new culture by spending time with the kids and at the same time teach them English (which they really enjoy practicing and learning) and last but not least, visit and get to know a new place in Indonesia.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
A fruit called Durian was the most unfamiliar thing I ate. I didn't liked it at all. It is very common to see this fruit in the markets and on the streets.
40 people found this review helpful.
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daniela
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My experience in Volunteer Program Bali

Volunteer Program Bali is one of the most amazing experiences I have had so far in my entire life. When I first saw the program I was really excited to go. Fortunately, I was chosen to be part of the VP family and I'm very thankful for that. My job was to teach children between 9-12 years old, what really amazed me was how interested they were in learning and how respectful they are. Most of the kids are in very basic English so it is easy to teach them with games and interactive activities to maintain them interested. They love playing and learning new stuff due to the fact that English has become a necessity for their country. In the end, I ended up learning more from them, than them from me. Bali is an amazing place with a speechless culture and I'm convinced that anyone who has the opportunity of going and live the experience, will have the time of their lives.

What would you improve about this program?
I don't think I have something to improve in this program. I really believe that they have everything under control and they are an amazing organization.
41 people found this review helpful.
Cristian
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Life Changing Experience

First of all, I’ll tell you about the program.
It is perfectly organized, from the moment they pick you up from the airport, the transport to the school, class schedules, meetings and farewell.

You know where your money goes. You will see that the helpers, drivers and the homestay family, all Balinese benefiting of the program. The founder is always there, she’s an amazing person that will inspire you every day.

Im 34 years old and it is scary to leave everything behind and go volunteer in Bali, I came with no expectations rather than to give my heart to the kids. It was one of the best choices of my life! At the end they taught me more than I could ever imagined. At the end my fellow volunteers became my friends, my family. I just can’t imagine my life before them.
I volunteered for 2 months, if you are thinking to volunteer, go for it.
Bali is home and VP Bali will be your family. :)

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Going for the kids has to be your priority. Making friends, traveling in Bali it is awesome. But your main reason to Volunteer, has to be the kids, they do need you and they will love you.
42 people found this review helpful.
Mikala
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The best month in my life!

My 4 weeks have truly been a life changing experience and one of the best months of my life. From the welcoming staff and the volunteers to the sweetest students ever, I loved everything about it. Living in the home stay was a brilliant way to get even closer to the Balinese culture and the family. Since you only teach 4 days a week you shouldn’t worry about not getting to do Alle the touristy stuff, I did plenty In only a month. The only negative thing I have to say is that it’s so hard to say goodbye to everyone. I would do it all over again though!
Bali is also a very safe island. I never felt unsafe of or worried about anything regarding the locals, they are very friendly and easy to befriend - the tourists are the people you should be aware of. The food is great in Ubud and very cheap. If you like me have a weak stomach there luckily plenty of western options.

41 people found this review helpful.

Questions & Answers

Ubud!

Hi Juliette! As far as I know volunteers only get transferred if there is a case of illness or cancelation, and only if it otherwise means that a certain class doesn't have a teacher. When I was volunteering I did not see anyone transferred, they are very well organized and try to accommodate everyone's wishes.

Hi Rowan, From my experience I can tell you that during your classes you can pick up a lot of Indonesian very quickly. If you want to go more into debt you can always follow an extra course which can be found easily.

Hi Cathryn, a social/cultural visa is needed for this program. More information here: http://volunteerprogramsbali.org/placement-info/indonesian-…