Volunteering in Vietnam
Vietnam hits you the second you land. Motorbikes everywhere, food you'll dream about, and a pace that doesn't let up. Our projects are based between Ho Chi Minh City and Halong Bay, so you get the city and the sea in one trip.
🌱 The project
Teach English to kids, support a day centre for people with disabilities, or join our coastal conservation work. Busy days, lots to do, plenty of street food at night.
📍 Where it takes place
From the south with Ho Chi Minh City (noisy, energetic, brilliant) to Halong Bay in the north with its limestone karsts and fishing villages. Each area has its own character.
🧭 Why choose HeyLocals
• Vetted projects with measurable impact
• Year-round in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Halong Bay
• Airport welcome, meals, accommodation, orientation and 24/7 support, all included
• Volunteer houses with shared rooms and local meals
• Weekends free for Halong Bay, Hanoi or the Mekong Delta
Volunteering in Vietnam
Vietnam hits you the second you land. Motorbikes everywhere, food you'll dream about, and a pace that doesn't let up. Our projects are based between Ho Chi Minh City and Halong Bay, so you get the city and the sea in one trip.
🌱 The project
Teach English to kids, support a day centre for people with disabilities, or join our coastal conservation work. Busy days, lots to do, plenty of street food at night.
📍 Where it takes place
From the south with Ho Chi Minh City (noisy, energetic, brilliant) to Halong Bay in the north with its limestone karsts and fishing villages. Each area has its own character.
🧭 Why choose HeyLocals
• Vetted projects with measurable impact
• Year-round in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Halong Bay
• Airport welcome, meals, accommodation, orientation and 24/7 support, all included
• Volunteer houses with shared rooms and local meals
• Weekends free for Halong Bay, Hanoi or the Mekong Delta
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
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4 projects found
Walk alongside children as they take their first steps into the world of songs, games, and new English words. Join a kindergarten in Ho Chi Minh City and experience an authentic cultural exchange in the heart of Vietnam.
Support children with special needs at a dedicated centre, helping them with small daily routines and recreational activities. A chance to connect with the local community and discover the authentic face of Vietnam.
Be part of the Smile Food Shop, where hundreds of people find a dignified meal every day. Join the team and discover the authentic heart of Ho Chi Minh City.
Get an up-close look at the Vietnamese healthcare system, shadow professionals in their daily work, and discover a whole new way of experiencing medicine. An experience that blends professional growth, cultural exchange, and life in one of Asia's most dynamic cities.
A global community of travellers with something to prove (to themselves, mostly)
Every project's been vetted, every house is safe, and we're on WhatsApp 24/7
Certifications sorted, useful for your CV, uni placement year, or Duke of Edinburgh gold
Clear pricing, no hidden extras, no "surprise fees" in month two
A global community of travellers with something to prove (to themselves, mostly)
Every project's been vetted, every house is safe, and we're on WhatsApp 24/7
Certifications sorted, useful for your CV, uni placement year, or Duke of Edinburgh gold
Clear pricing, no hidden extras, no "surprise fees" in month two