Backpack & Teach: The Speaking Guide Project π
The experience
π Program Description:
This exciting volunteer opportunity blends language education with tourism development! You will support students in practicing English by helping them become local guides on real tours to cultural and natural destinations around Kediri, Pare, and even nearby iconic spots like Mount Kelud.
What you offer
20 hours of help per week
Teaching Sports:
Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Teaching Languages:
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Tour Guide:
Organize and lead tours around the city.
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.
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 Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours:
Weβll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
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
Intermediate English
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Be from outside Indonesia
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Our tourism program provides:
πΆββοΈ Free walking tours guided by students
πΈ Educational excursions to nearby attractions
π€ Volunteer involvement as βguest touristsβ to help students practice real conversations
πΌ Option to join paid private tours with VIP service for local and international guests
Activities & Shift
π What Youβll Do as a Volunteer:
Join and support English-speaking practice during tour
Encourage students to confidently introduce places, history, and local culture
Give feedback on pronunciation, fluency, and vocabulary
Represent international guests in practice scenarios
Occasionally support our private paid tours with cultural storytelling or small talks
πΊ Sample Tour Destinations:
π Simpang Lima Gumul Monument
π Mount Kelud
π Traditional Markets & Religious Sites
πΏ Eco-villages and Cultural Heritage Centers
Rules
π« Volunteer Rules β Cultural Consideration for Unmarried Couples
Due to cultural and religious norms in Indonesia, especially in more traditional areas like Kampung Inggris, we kindly ask that unmarried couples do not stay together in the same room or housing ππ.
This rule is not intended to discriminate but rather to respect the local values and expectations of the community. As volunteers, your presence represents global openness, and showing sensitivity to the host culture helps build stronger, more respectful connections πβ€οΈ.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation πΏ.