Volunteering in the Philippines
The Philippines is 7,000 islands, ridiculous beaches, and possibly the friendliest people you'll ever meet. We're based in Palawan, one of the most jaw-dropping islands in the country, running projects in and around the village of Aborlan.
🌱 The project
Teach English in the local school, support a community healthcare centre, or join our environmental work. Every day you're out there, it means something.
📍 Where it takes place
Palawan, with palm-lined coast, untouched forests, and beaches you won't believe are real. The village of Aborlan is your base; El Nido and Coron Bay are an easy weekend trip.
🧭 Why choose HeyLocals
• Vetted projects with tangible impact
• Year-round in the Palawan area
• Airport welcome, meals, accommodation, orientation and 24/7 support included
• Volunteer houses with shared rooms and local food
• Weekends for El Nido, Coron Bay or the Underground River
💛 What sticks with you
Palawan isn't just pretty. The community sticks with you, the food sticks with you, the sunsets stick with you. Go see.
Volunteering in the Philippines
The Philippines is 7,000 islands, ridiculous beaches, and possibly the friendliest people you'll ever meet. We're based in Palawan, one of the most jaw-dropping islands in the country, running projects in and around the village of Aborlan.
🌱 The project
Teach English in the local school, support a community healthcare centre, or join our environmental work. Every day you're out there, it means something.
📍 Where it takes place
Palawan, with palm-lined coast, untouched forests, and beaches you won't believe are real. The village of Aborlan is your base; El Nido and Coron Bay are an easy weekend trip.
🧭 Why choose HeyLocals
• Vetted projects with tangible impact
• Year-round in the Palawan area
• Airport welcome, meals, accommodation, orientation and 24/7 support included
• Volunteer houses with shared rooms and local food
• Weekends for El Nido, Coron Bay or the Underground River
💛 What sticks with you
Palawan isn't just pretty. The community sticks with you, the food sticks with you, the sunsets stick with you. Go see.
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.
How it works
01
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
Take part in a health project in rural Palawan and help bring medical care and basic health education to the local communities. Work alongside doctors and local health workers on village visits, support for mums and children, and educational sessions in schools.
Help students at the schools in Palawan with new words, numbers and a bit of science. A simple, hands-on teaching experience that becomes a real cultural exchange too.
Help protect the coastline of Palawan, planting mangroves, turning plastic into eco-bricks and joining beach clean-ups. Get involved with the local community for a grounded sustainability project and plenty of cultural exchange.
A community of travellers who want a holiday with a bit more to it
Every project is vetted, every house is safe, and we're on WhatsApp around the clock
Official certificate of participation, handy for your CV, uni placement year or DofE
Clear pricing, no hidden extras, no surprise fees down the line
A community of travellers who want a holiday with a bit more to it
Every project is vetted, every house is safe, and we're on WhatsApp around the clock
Official certificate of participation, handy for your CV, uni placement year or DofE
Clear pricing, no hidden extras, no surprise fees down the line