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
  • 5 rating 91.49%
  • 4 rating 8.09%
  • 3 rating 0.43%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Impact 4.75
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.8
  • Value 4.85
  • Safety 4.95
  • Benefits 4
  • Support 5
  • Fun 5
  • Facilities 4
  • Safety 5
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Silja
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

1 month with VP Bali

I stayed with VP Bali for 4 weeks, and I wished I had more time! Initially I thought that these 4 weeks were a really long time, and I had my concerns about being able to meet people, but time flew by and by the end I made lots of friends!
I really enjoyed working with the kids, the staff and the fellow volunteers. This experience was very rewarding and I wished I had more time in the school, because I really wanted to see the children’s progress. In general, I feel like staying 4 weeks is the minimum, the more time you spend with VP Bali, the more you enjoy it!
I would definitely recommend the program, because they are one of the most transparent NGO‘s you will find on Bali, and you will leave feeling like you really made an impact on the children‘s life.

What would you improve about this program?
I would have liked more help with the younger children as their level of english is very low, and communication was almost impossible. Furthermore, I feel like classes should be a bit smaller, to be able to get to know every one of your students.
Although we got the orientation on the first sunday, I found it kind of hard to get the hang of the logistics, and I was a bit confused for the first few days.
Other than that I was really happy with the school and the program!
42 people found this review helpful.
Melina
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Good project if you plan to stay a longer time

Taking part in the program is a nice way to get in contact to people all over the world. Also you get to know about how Balinese people really live since you’ll live in a family that gives you the feeling of being welcome here. Something that I wouldn’t do is going here for only two weeks - it takes time to get to know the kids and the other volunteers! In addition it is unhelpful and counterproductive to change the teacher of the kids every 2 weeks.
I do have a lot of respect for all those that make VP Bali happen and I’d recommend taking part, but make sure to go here for more than just 2 weeks and you’ll love it! The people you’ll meet here will soon become close friends and the memories you’ll make not only in the school but also on the weekends will stay forever.

What would you improve about this program?
- less volunteers for short times
- more communication between volunteers and staff
- room 1 must be splitted because it’s impossible to remember all the names and remember their levels and achievements
40 people found this review helpful.
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Constanza
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

3 months at VP Bali

Staying for three months at VP Bali was the best decision I could ever made. It was so much fun, I met a lot of people from all around the world, I got to travel around Bali, I made many friends, and I had an awesome time with the kids.
I loved VP Bali because you get to know all of the kids really well and you create a really nice bond with them and also you have enough time to travel around the island on the weekend.
The staff at VP Bali is great. They are the nicest and they really help you in whatever you need.
The kids were the best of all. They are the cutest and they really appreciate everything we do for them. It was really fun being their teacher. We played many games and did many activities. It was the best.
I will never forget my time here and all the memories and good friends I made. I would definitely come back someday.
Thank you VP Bali !!

43 people found this review helpful.
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Habiba
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

VP Bali experience

Coming into the program, the 4 weeks I'd signed up for seemed like a huge amount of time, but trust me when I tell you, Bali almost runs on a different clock where time FLIES by. The only thing I would change about my experience is, that I would extend it.
The experience will not disappoint on any level. It's truly humbling and life-changing. Balinese people have a way of creating so much out of very little. Working with those children, along with being exposed to the Balinese culture will alter the way you perceive your own life and will raise your self-awareness greatly.
Signing up for such a foreign experience whilst intimidating at first is immensely rewarding at the end. The entire VP Bali team is so dedicated and passionate about this entity in a way that is inspirational!

What would you improve about this program?
For the sake of continuity and ensuring progress, maybe there should be a sort of "hand-over" between old volunteers and new ones taking over their same classes, where they're put in direct contact to fill them in with information about the students, academically and personally and share any helpful tips specific to the class. It's beneficial for both students and volunteers.
42 people found this review helpful.
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Fatima
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Rewarding & fun experience in magical Bali!

Being 2 weeks volunteering at VP Bali has been an amazing experience! It’s fun, diverse and really rewarding. No previous experience in teaching nor in volunteering is needed as you are trained and helped from the start. It’s a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the magic and uniqueness of the Balinese culture and environment, while contributing to the development of the younger generations of the country. The children are very warm, friendly and giving. VP Bali is very well organised and professional, totally immersed in and respectful of the local community. It’s a very enriching and constructive experience in so many ways!

44 people found this review helpful.
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Mouna
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

No amount of weeks would’ve been enough.

I applied for the program to volunteer for two eeeks which is the minimum allowed period, you get addicted to the kids they are so loving and giving that you just want to give them more of what you know. It was such a lovely experience that I will never forget, Kim really thought of every aspect of this experience from living with a balienese family to having the program timings to perfectly fit with traveling and exploring in the mornings.
I would recommend it to everyone that is interested in different cultures, kids, teaching or traveling.
You do get really involved with the beautiful Balinese culture.
I’ll diffentlt miss the staff of vp Bali! Tutik, kitut and the helpers ❤️
Lastly I feel lucky to have met the boss “Kim” she’s quite inspirational.

What would you improve about this program?
Just to give the volunteers a background about the Balinese culture and how different they are, I’ve seen a lot of volunteers being in shock of how the student learn and that this wouldn’t work with them.. but the thing is that with different cultures minds really do function differently.
41 people found this review helpful.
Sin
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

3 weeks with VP Bali!

I stayed with VP BALI for 3 weeks.
If you are looking for a Volunteer program to refresh your mind after leaving your career, I would say 3 weeks period is perfect. Also, VP Bali should be your first choice. You’ll have so much free time exploring the whole Bali Island yet still learn so much about Balinese culture through day to day life in the Balinese homestay and in the school.
If you have no experience in teaching before, it is absolutely fine. The previous volunteers and local staffs/helpers will advice you alot of tips and teaching ideas. The kids are very passionate about learning, try your best to make the class FUN! All in all, My time with VP Bali is precious, I am missing the kids so much while reviewing! I will only recommend VP Bali!

What would you improve about this program?
If you are a light sleeper, make sure bring some earplug with you since the wall at the homestay is not very soundproofed. You can clearly hear people talking until late night and all the noises from early morning. (You’ll get use to it tho)/Also, don’t forget to bring a hairdryer!
42 people found this review helpful.
Tévy Vallée
Tévy
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

5 weeks in VP Bali

I spend 5 wonderful weeks in VP Bali during the summer 2018, and it was not enough. When I arrived in the homestay, I was quickly made to feel at home. I didn’t even see the time pass during my 5 weeks in Ubud. In the afternoon from Monday to Thursday I taught English lessons to a lot of adorable kids and it was so hard to left them. All the members of Vp Bali are so nice and we can see that it is a big family, they take care of each other. Even if you’re English is not very good, you can improve your accent everyday by talking with all the other volunteers. During my 5 weeks, I taught English but I learned a lot because kids are so touching and sensitive, they gave me so much love. Everyday you can see all the devotion of Kim (the founder of Vp Bali).
With my kids I played a lot of varied games in order to allow them to learn easier and faster. I think they understand better the information when we teach in a fun way and when we propose them different activities.
During the week ends, with other volunteers we had time to visit Bali, I can recommande you particularly the Nusa Islands or Uluwatu, in which you can see beautiful landscapes. The city of Ubud has a rich culture and you have always something to do, to visit. Moreover, the homestay is situated in the main road with a lot of restaurants and shops so you are never alone.
After having such an experience, this lesson will be imprinted on my heart.

36 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-…