Teaching and Exploring Meo Vac town, Tuyen Quang province
The experience
Join us in Meo Vac, Tuyen Quang — a mountain town where you’ll teach English, support local schools, and live with the community. Volunteers help students gain confidence, organize fun activities, and assist local homestays in communicating with travelers. No teaching degree needed — just an open heart, patience, and a love for culture, nature, and meaningful connection.
What you offer
20 hours of help per week
Painting & Decorating:
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Cooking:
Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.
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 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.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
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
Fluent English
Between 18 and 40 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Volunteers joining our Class on the Clouds program in Meo Vac, Ha Giang will assist local teachers with English classes and organize creative learning activities for children. You’ll also help local homestays improve communication with travelers and share cultural experiences.
We provide comfortable accommodation, three local meals a day, and full support from our team and the school. In return, we expect volunteers to be open-minded, respectful toward local culture, and proactive in class and community life.
You’ll live in a peaceful mountain village, surrounded by stunning landscapes, kind people, and endless opportunities to learn and grow.
Activities & Shift
Activities & Shift
Main activities:
Assist in English classes (2–3 hours/day)
Prepare lessons or organize games and activities
Support local teachers and help with pronunciation practice
Join cultural exchange or community events
Help local homestays with communication or simple English practice
Shifts:
Volunteers usually teach in the morning or early afternoon, with flexible schedules depending on school activities. Evenings are free for exploring, sharing meals, or relaxing with the host family.
Rules
Additional Rules
No pets allowed.
Respect local culture, traditions, and school rules.
Keep shared spaces clean and tidy.
Be punctual and responsible for agreed teaching times.
No drugs or excessive alcohol use during your stay.
Always communicate with the host team if you need support or schedule changes.