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Help build a sustainable eco-village with locals in the mountains

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The experience

🌿 Join us in Pac Ta village, Ha Giang – Tuyen Quang, where we are building a Green Heritage Village through eco-tourism and sustainable farming. Volunteers can help with English teaching, eco-farming, homestay support, or media promotion. In return, enjoy 3 local meals, shared homestay, and authentic cultural exchange with Dao, Tay, and Mong families. 🌍✨

What you offer

30 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$ 10 Per day

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

Description: πŸ’΅ Contribution We ask for a 10 USD daily contribution to keep the project sustainable and fair for host families. This covers 3 local meals, shared homestay accommodation, basic utilities, and a small portion that is reinvested into the community to support farmers, improve homestays, and grow eco-tourism. 🌿✨

What you get

1 day off per week

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 Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

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

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.

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.

Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate French

Between 22 and 55 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

🌿 Program Description

Our program takes place in Pac Ta village, Ha Giang – Tuyen Quang, where we are building a Green Heritage Village combining eco-tourism and sustainable agriculture. Volunteers join local families to support English teaching, eco-farming (mushrooms, herbs, beekeeping), homestay tourism, and media promotion.

In exchange, you’ll receive 3 local meals daily, homestay accommodation, and the unique opportunity to live with Dao, Tay, and Mong ethnic communities. This is not just volunteering – it’s a journey of cultural exchange, community empowerment, and environmental protection. 🌍✨

Activities & Shift

πŸ›  Activities (current phase)

As we are in the beginning stage of the project, volunteers mainly support with:

Light construction & setup: basic renovation, gardening, homestay preparation.

Eco-farming preparation: soil work, planting herbs/vegetables, mushroom farm setup.

Community support: simple English lessons for kids and farmers, cultural exchange.

Creative tasks: photos, videos, and online promotion ideas.

⏰ Shifts

5 hours per day, 6 days per week.

Work is flexible depending on farming cycles, weather, and community needs.

Sundays are usually free for rest, cultural activities, or exploring the mountains, caves, and waterfalls nearby.

Rules

πŸ“œ House Rules

Respect local culture and traditions: dress modestly, join community life with an open mind.

No drugs or excessive alcohol on site. Smoking only in designated areas.

Meals are shared with host families; please be on time and help with preparation/cleaning.

Keep spaces clean and tidy: homestay rooms, kitchen, bathroom, and common areas.

Energy & water use: please save electricity and water – resources are limited in the mountains.

Work commitment: 5 hours/day, 6 days/week – with flexibility depending on community needs.

Communication: let the coordinator know if you cannot join work on any day.

Safety: respect instructions during farming, construction, or outdoor activities.

Children & villagers: always be polite, patient, and supportive – you are a role model.

Leave a positive footprint: share knowledge, kindness, and ideas that help the village grow.