Bale Nara Lombok

PT Bale Nara Lombok don’t just offer volunteering—we offer purposeful experiences that change lives, starting with yours. When you choose to volunteer with us, you're contributing directly to education, environmental protection, and community empowerment in rural Indonesia. Your time, energy, and presence bring real value to underserved communities that often lack access to quality education and global perspectives.

To avoid exploiting the local community, we encourage you to consider the issue of "free labor tourism," where some use volunteering for free perks rather than making a social impact. Our vision ensures that volunteering truly benefits the community.

This is not “voluntourism.” We work with a fair, transparent, and ethical model where your contribution supports local homestays, community wages, food providers, and educational materials. Every cent goes back into the community, creating a sustainable cycle of growth.

As a charity, we provide partial support. Daily costs in Indonesia, vary between $100 for budget accommodation and $150 for star hotels. We request a $15–45/day contribution (depending on the package) to cover accommodation and meals while supporting the local community.

Whether you’re a gap-year traveler, a professional on sabbatical, or someone looking to give back meaningfully, you’ll find purpose, growth, and impact here.

PT Bale Nara Lombok is a passionate group of philanthropists and a locally-led charity focused on People, Planet, and Profit (3P Principles). Our team consists of experienced educators, community workers, and social entrepreneurs who have spent years developing trust-based programs with rural schools, youth groups, and conservation initiatives. As a volunteer, you’ll be welcomed like family. We offer a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where your ideas matter. You’ll collaborate with local teachers, community mentors, and fellow changemakers in a culturally rich and deeply hospitable setting.