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Youth Eco‑Glamping Builder & Conservation Host

The experience

Join us at Escape Leuser for a transformative experience where you'll contribute to building sustainable glamping accommodations, cultivate permaculture gardens, and engage in meaningful cultural exchanges with local communities. Immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of the Leuser Ecosystem, home to endangered species like orangutans and elephants. Your efforts will support conservation initiatives and promote sustainable tourism in this vita

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 30 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: At US$ 30/day, you receive lodging in our mess room, three daily organic meals, and all workshop materials (seeds, tools, safety gear) for gardening and glamping construction ; local transport for project activities ; and a portion of fees supports community outreach & conservation initiatives in the Gunung Leuser buffer zone .

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Indonesian

Under 60 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Be from outside Indonesia

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Join us at Escape Leuser to co-create an eco-glamping experience in the heart of Sumatra! Volunteers will help build sustainable accommodations, tend our organic garden, and engage in authentic cultural exchanges with the local community. This is more than volunteering—it’s a journey of impact and adventure!

Activities & Shift

Help with glamping site construction (3–4 hrs/day)
Organic farming & permaculture practices
Jungle walks & nature conservation activities
Cultural immersion: language exchange, local games & cooking
Free time to explore the Leuser rainforest

Rules

We welcome positive, proactive individuals who care about nature and culture. Respect for the community, nature, and shared spaces is essential. No drugs or excessive alcohol. Open minds, kind hearts, and a team spirit are all you need!