I gained friendships. If someone is hesitant to try going with IVHQ, I would say go for it. First time is always a scary experience but you won't want to leave once you volunteer through IVHQ. This is my second trip with them and will definitely go on many more with them, the memories you gain through this experience is something you'll want to hold onto forever.
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, Childcare, Environmental Education, Health Education, Sea Turtle Conservation, Sports Development 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 164,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Bali.
Highlights:
- 11 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from $395 for 1 week
- Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals, and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation in a volunteer house within a traditional Balinese village
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Popular Culture Week tours and experiences available
Key information
Volunteer Opportunities in Bali
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $435
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in kindergartens
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
Assist kindergarten teachers with casual English and other lessons for children aged between 4-6.
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $395
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in kindergartens
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
Assist local childcare 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.
Supports community development
4-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $722
- Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in local community spaces & schools
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
Help with upkeep and renovation for schools and community centers 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
4-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $677
- Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in local community spaces & schools
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
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
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $395
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in local schools
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
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 $435
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in local schools
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
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.
Improves health & wellbeing
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $395
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in local schools
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
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.
Protects animals
4-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $777
- Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based at a turtle conservation center
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
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.
Improves health & wellbeing
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $435
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in local schools
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
This program provides you with the chance to impart your sports expertise to eager children in Lovina during the afternoons, emphasizing the importance of sports for both physical and mental well-being, while immersing yourself in a community of enthusiastic learners.
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from $435
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in local schools
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
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 $395
- Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
- Programs start every Monday
- Based in local schools
- 16+ (unless accompanied by a guardian)
Provide a fluent English-speaking perspective in language lessons in elementary schools, either taking classes on your own or with another volunteer.
What recent volunteers said about their IVHQ experience
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Ilham Madey
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Ranjana Magar
Lovina team was truly an impeccable team. They were all very hands-on with all the enquiries we had and were able to provide us with detailed information. They also helped us with planning for any trips during the weekends. Loved my experience because the team were just awesome.
I upgraded to a private room and the room was very clean.
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Chloe Downward
It is the best experience I have ever had, and I truly believe that (if given the opportunity) everyone should do one program. I met some amazing people that I see as lifelong friends from all over the world. Experiencing a new culture, place, and new people truly changes your perspective, and i will be forever grateful that I made the decision to volunteer with IVHQ. It has been a genuinely life-changing experience - especially as my first solo travel - that will stay with me forever.
The local team became a group of amazing individuals that I am very grateful to have met. They treated you as a friend rather than being a constant superior which made everything feel more comfortable. They are some of the best people I have ever met, and I can't wait to visit them again. They made the experience better than I could've ever expected, helping with anything I needed, advice on locations, events, anything we asked. They became like family, and I already miss them so much.
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Ellie Cooper
Just do it! I had a million doubts running through my mind “will I make friends?” “Will I miss home?” “Will I even make a difference in 5 weeks?” “Will I like the food?” Etc. and every single doubt I had slipped away the second I got to the program. All of a sudden there was no noise, the only thoughts I was having was appreciation for the place and the people and pride that I’d actually made it there! I’m back home now and already planning my next trip.
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Popular tours & experiences in Bali
Take your volunteer experience to the next level with these popular tours and experiences. Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ Bali program.
Bali Lovina Yoga & Meditation Week
Ready to unlock a deeper connection between mind, body, and spirit?
$421
Lovina Culture Week
Learn more about the Balinese culture and tick off some must-do Bali experiences.
$360
Bali: Beaches & Boat Rides (9 days, 8 nights)
Now’s the time to explore Bali on your terms with this tour that’s affordable for young travellers. With a mix of free time, cultural highlights, and savoury must-tastes, this tour is the surest way to soak in all the magic of Bali, in just nine beautiful days.
From $699
Bali Adventure Week
Are you ready for an action-packed week filled with adventure and unforgettable experiences in Bali?
$477
1 Day Highlights of East Bali Tour
Discover the Heart of Bali with an Ubud Culture & Nature exclusive private tour tailored for a group of volunteers.
$120
Ubud Culture Week
Learn more about the Balinese culture and tick off some must-do Bali experiences.
$360
Bali Lovina Yoga & Meditation Week
Ready to unlock a deeper connection between mind, body, and spirit?
$421
Bali: Beaches & Boat Rides (9 days, 8 nights)
Now’s the time to explore Bali on your terms with this tour that’s affordable for young travellers. With a mix of free time, cultural highlights, and savoury must-tastes, this tour is the surest way to soak in all the magic of Bali, in just nine beautiful days.
From $699
Lovina Culture Week
Learn more about the Balinese culture and tick off some must-do Bali experiences.
$360
1 Day Highlights of East Bali Tour
Discover the Heart of Bali with an Ubud Culture & Nature exclusive private tour tailored for a group of volunteers.
$120
1 Day Magic of East Bali Tour
Experience the Magic of East Bali: A Journey Through Culture and Serenity on an exclusive private tour tailored for a group of volunteers.
$105
Bali Adventure Week
Are you ready for an action-packed week filled with adventure and unforgettable experiences in Bali?
$477
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