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🌊 Bali to Lombok: Coral Reef Volunteer Journey 🐠

The experience

Start with 1 week in Bali to explore its culture and natural beauty, then continue to the crystal-clear waters of Gili Nanggu, West Lombok, where you’ll help restore coral reefs. As a volunteer, you’ll take part in coral planting, cleaning, and monitoring efforts to support marine biodiversity and fight coral degradation. This hands-on program allows you to work with local marine experts and the community, contributing to the long-term health of

What you offer

18 hours of help per week

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

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 75 Per day

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

Description: The $75 will cover your accommodation, three meals a day, and necessary equipment during your stay in Bali (1 week) and Lombok (7 weeks).

What you get

3 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.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

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

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

Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate French

Between 18 and 35 years old

Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

Be from outside Indonesia

European Union Passport

United States visa or citizenship

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

The Coral Reef Restoration Volunteer Program begins with 1 week in Bali for orientation and campaign design, then continues in Gili Nanggu, West Lombok, offering a hands-on opportunity to directly support the conservation and restoration of vibrant coral ecosystems. Situated in the heart of Indonesia’s Coral Triangle, Gili Nanggu is home to diverse marine life and coral species that are essential for the health of the ocean.

As a volunteer, you will participate in coral restoration through coral planting, reef monitoring, and underwater cleaning. The program is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of coral ecosystems, their importance for ocean health, and the threats they face from climate change and human activity.

How the Program Works:

Coral Planting: You’ll help place coral fragments to rehabilitate damaged reefs, fostering growth and biodiversity.

Reef Monitoring: Volunteers conduct surveys to assess reef health, track regeneration, and document marine life dependent on the ecosystem.

Underwater Cleaning: Support efforts to remove debris and pollutants from coral areas, improving water quality and reef health.

Education and Training: Throughout the program, you’ll train with marine biologists and conservation experts on reef biology, ecosystem health, and sustainable protection practices.

The program follows morning and afternoon shifts, alternating between practical field activities and educational sessions. Experienced instructors will ensure your safety while underwater and provide valuable insights into the ecological role of coral reefs.

Activities & Shift

Activities & Shifts

Bali (Week 1 – Exploration & Orientation):
🌺 Cultural Immersion – Explore Bali’s traditions, temples, and local communities.
🌴 Nature Discovery – Visit beaches, waterfalls, and rice terraces to experience Bali’s landscapes.
🤝 Orientation – Light introductions to the program, team bonding, and preparing for Lombok fieldwork.

Lombok (Weeks 2–8 – Coral Reef Restoration in Gili Nanggu):
🌿 Coral Planting – Assist in placing coral fragments to restore damaged reefs and boost biodiversity.
🔎 Reef Monitoring – Help survey reef health, track coral growth, and document marine life.
🧹 Underwater Cleaning – Support efforts to remove debris and pollutants from coral habitats.
📚 Marine Education – Learn directly from marine biologists about coral ecosystems and ocean health.

Shifts in Lombok:
☀️ Morning Shift – 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Coral Planting & Reef Monitoring)
🌊 Afternoon Shift – 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Cleaning & Community Engagement)

Shifts include breaks, with all underwater activities guided by trained marine biologists to ensure safety.

Rules

🕌 Cultural Guidelines for Volunteers in Bali & Lombok

Your volunteer journey begins with one week in Bali for orientation and campaign design, followed by seven weeks in Lombok to supervise projects. While both islands share many traditions, Lombok is more conservative due to its predominantly Muslim culture. Please follow these guidelines to ensure safety, respect, and a positive experience.

✅ DOs

Dress appropriately: In Bali, casual modest clothing is acceptable. In Lombok, cover shoulders and knees; loose-fitting clothes are best.

Respect attire rules in schools, mosques, and local homes. In Lombok, women should avoid revealing outfits.

Cover tattoos and limit visible piercings, especially in Lombok.

Remove shoes before entering homes, temples, or prayer areas.

Mind prayer times in Lombok; avoid loud noise near mosques. In Bali, be mindful of temple ceremonies.

Use your right hand for eating, giving, or receiving.

Ask permission before taking photos.

Greet locals respectfully, try basic local greetings, and enjoy traditional food.

Disclose your background truthfully; individuals with a criminal record cannot participate.

Note: To align with Lombok’s cultural norms, the program follows a “no public LGBTQ expression” policy.

❌ DON’Ts

Do not wear short, tight, transparent, or revealing clothes (especially in Lombok).

Avoid offensive symbols, gestures, or slogans on clothing.

No alcohol, drugs, or public displays of affection in Lombok villages. In Bali, alcohol is more available but still respect local norms.

Do not mock or criticize local customs or religion.

No pork in Muslim homes in Lombok.

Do not interrupt religious practices or enter mosques/temples without proper dress.

No bikinis on non-touristy Lombok beaches; in Bali, wear them only on tou