Tha village: Free English Class for Kids and driver in Ha Giang
The experience
Volunteers will spend 4–6 weeks in Tha village, Hà Giang, supporting English practice, cultural exchange, and community projects. You’ll rotate across different villages on the Hà Giang loop, helping locals improve tourism services, teaching kids, and preserving traditions. Expect simple living, warm hosts, and meaningful impact while exploring Vietnam’s breathtaking mountains.
What you offer
20 hours of help per week
Social Work:
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Languages:
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
What you get
2 days off per week
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.
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 Parties:
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
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.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours:
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours:
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Get free drinks or beverages.:
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Free Parties:
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events:
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Dance classes:
Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Permaculture Course:
Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
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
Between 18 and 35 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Be from outside Vietnam
European Union Passport
United States visa or citizenship
Travel insurance
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Join us for a 4–6 week volunteer journey in Thôn Tha, Hà Giang, Vietnam. This program is part of the “Class on the Cloud” initiative, where you’ll support English teaching, cultural exchange, and local tourism development. Volunteers will be rotated across villages on the Hà Giang Loop, contributing to sustainable tourism and community growth. Expect homestay living, teamwork with local families, and unforgettable cultural immersion.
Activities & Shift
Daily Activities Checklist
Support English classes for children & easy riders
Assist with cultural exchange and conversation practice
Help maintain the learning space & homestay environment
Join community activities (gardening, road fixing, trekking support)
Share skills (photography, media, content) to promote sustainable tourism
Shifts
Volunteers usually help 4–5 hours per day, 5 days a week.
Mornings: teaching & homestay support.
Afternoons: cultural activities, trekking, or community projects.
Evenings: free time, cultural exchange with host families.
Rules
Rules for Volunteers in Ha Giang
1. Respect local culture, customs, and community lifestyle.
2. English is the main teaching language – be patient and supportive with learners.
3. No drugs or excessive alcohol during your stay.
4. Keep shared spaces clean and help with small community tasks.
5. Be punctual and flexible with class schedules (adjusted to students’ needs).
6. Use motorbikes safely (international license + helmet required).
7. Share photos/videos only with consent from locals, especially children.
8. We may use your photos/videos for community activities and sustainable tourism promotion.
9. Volunteers are encouraged to provide written feedback for local partners offering free services in Ha Giang (optional but highly appreciated).
10. Minimum stay: 4 weeks. Longer stays (3 months) include Ha Giang Loop experience.