Accommodation and WiFi
You’ll be staying in a volunteer house in Nusa Penida. Volunteers can expect to share a dormitory style room with one to five other volunteers of the same gender. Each bedroom has a bathroom with showers and western toilets. Bedding is provided.
Living conditions are basic but comfortable with hot water, electricity, filtered drinking water and air conditioning provided. Lockers are available in the office but you’ll need to bring your own padlock. There’s also limited room for your stuff, so try to pack light.
You can walk to the project in 5 minutes, as well as the beach, minimart, ATM and Nusa Penida harbour within 10 minutes.
There is WiFi available at the volunteer accommodation, however the connection is unreliable so it’s a good idea to buy a local SIM card with data for an unlocked mobile phone during your program orientation.
During the peak season typically June, July, and August, you may stay in a volunteer accommodation similar to what is shown in the gallery. Depending on the number of volunteers, you might be placed in one of up to three different accommodations. Regardless of the specific accommodation, you can expect to have the same facilities as mentioned above.
Private room upgrades can be arranged from $180 per room per week. These are subject to availability and once you have registered you will be able to request an upgrade. These rooms are located just a 10 minute walk from the main center and can accommodate up to 2 people per room.
Meals
As a volunteer in Bali, you’ll have the chance to experience the island’s rich and flavorful food while staying at the volunteer accomodation. Meals are primarily inspired by traditional Balinese-style cuisine, which focuses on light, plant based ingredients and locally sourced produce.
Typical daily meals include staples such as rice, fresh vegetables, tempeh and tofu, along with popular Indonesian favorites like:
- Nasi Goreng - Fried rice with vegetables and spices
- M-ie Goreng - Stir-fried noodles with vegetables
- Gado-Gado - A hearty mix of vegetables topped with creamy peanut (satay) sauce
To add some variety, the meals follow a monthly rotating schedule usually with western-style meals served twice a week. For breakfast, volunteers can expect options like pancakes, toast, cereal, eggs, fresh fruit, and traditional Balinese cakes. Coffee, and tea are available throughout the day, as well as purified drinking water, as tap water is not suitable for drinking. Bottled water is also easy to purchase and inexpensive throughout Bali.
Meals are provided three times a day on weekdays, and breakfast and dinner on weekends. If you feel like exploring the local culinary scene, there are plenty of restaurants within walking distance that offer affordable and delicious options.
If you have any dietary requirements, including vegan, vegetarian, lactose and gluten intolerance, please let us know ahead of time so that we can make appropriate arrangements for you. However, it’s essential to remain flexible as your meals may not be your typical eating habits at home.
