Volunteering in Indonesia

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🇮🇩 Volunteering in Indonesia

Indonesia covers a lot of ground. Our projects sit on Bali and Nusa Penida, where you can teach in village schools or work on marine conservation. Both islands, very different energy.

🌱 The project
Teaching English in village primaries or rehab work with sea turtles at a local conservation centre. Pick based on what you want your days to look like.

📍 Where it takes place
Ubud, Pejeng and Nusa Penida, between forests, rice fields and Indian Ocean cliffs. Each spot has a distinct feel.

🧭 Why choose HeyLocals
• Vetted projects across Ubud, Pejeng and Nusa Penida
• Year-round with weekly starts
• Airport welcome, meals, accommodation, orientation, 24/7 support, all included
• Volunteer houses with shared rooms and Indonesian food
• Weekends for Ubud, Tanah Lot temples or Nusa Penida beaches


💛 What sticks with you
Bali isn't the cliché you've seen on Instagram. Off the tourist trail it's still quiet, spiritual, and genuinely beautiful. We'll take you there.

How it works

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Everything included in the price

Everything covered: airport welcome, orientation, meals, accommodation, and 24/7 local support. No registration fee or group kitty.

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1 to 12 weeks

Leave whenever you like and choose how long you stay: from a short one-week experience to longer three-month programmes.

Available projects

Browse volunteering projects in this destination

3 projects found

Sea turtle conservation in Bali
Helps protect local marine biodiversity
4–6 hours of activity each day
From 1 week
Sea turtle conservation in Bali
Nusa Penida, Bali

Join our local team helping protect sea turtles at risk on a small island off Bali. Look after rescued turtles, support their recovery and help care for the habitat they depend on.

From£720
Teaching in Ubud
Helps widen access to local education
4–6 hours of activity each day
From 1 week
Teaching in Ubud
Pejeng (Ubud), Bali

In a village near Ubud, children learn English not just from books but through games, music and real conversations. Spend time and energy here, getting close to everyday Balinese life and the local community.

From£660
Building and renovation in Ubud
Helps improve community facilities
4–6 hours of activity each day
From 1 week
Building and renovation in Ubud
Pejeng (Ubud), Bali

In a village near Ubud, you'll work with your hands to renovate schools, kindergartens and community spaces. Lay bricks, paint walls, build furniture and discover how rewarding it is to give shape to real change.

From£690
Why go with HeyLocals
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A community of travellers who want a holiday with a bit more to it

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Every project is vetted, every house is safe, and we're on WhatsApp around the clock

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Official certificate of participation, handy for your CV, uni placement year or DofE

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Clear pricing, no hidden extras, no surprise fees down the line