Surf, Snap & Inspire: Capture Lombok’s Prime Waves and Stories
A experiência
Participants will capture Lombok’s surf culture through creative photo and video storytelling in Kuta, Ekas, and Sekotong. They’ll help launch our first digital campaigns, inspiring donors to support Embrace the Waves, a surf and swim program for local youth and women. Stay with local families, enjoy surf lessons, and collaborate with surfers and community groups while exploring Indonesia’s best waves.
Como você ajuda
18 horas por semana
Trabalho social:
Ajude comunidades locais.
Ensinar Esportes:
Ensinar ou ajudar o anfitrião, convidados ou comunidades locais a praticar esporte ou atividades físicas
Taxa extra necessária
Valor:
US$ 55
Por dia
Valor destinado a:
Benefícios para os voluntários, Materiais para as atividades dos voluntários e Doação para o projeto
Descrição:
The $55/day fee covers homestay accommodation with a local family, 3x meals, surf training, and access to our trusted surf network. We maintain full transparency—no hidden costs. Your contribution also supports our initiative, which provides swimming and surfing lessons for local youth and women. Every dollar directly sustains community programs while offering you an authentic surf experience in Lombok.
O que você ganha
3 dias livres por semana
Quarto privado:
Você terá uma cama em um quarto privado, ou seja, um quarto só para você
Café da manhã:
Você ganha café da manhã gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.
Almoço:
Você ganha almoço gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.
Jantar:
Você ganha jantar gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.
Use nossa cozinha equipada:
Fique à vontade para usar nossa cozinha para cozinhar sua própria comida.
Internet Básica:
Internet de velocidade básica para você trabalhar remotamente
Requisitos
Inglês Intermediário ou Francês Intermediário
Entre 18 e 35 anos
Recebe voluntários sozinhos (não aceita casal ou duplas)
Nacionalidades: todas menos Indonésia
Seguro viagem
O que não está incluso
Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto
Detalhes
Description:
As a social enterprise in Indonesia, we dedicated to community empowerment through surfing and environmental education. Our flagship initiative, Embrace the Waves, provides free surf and swim lessons for local youth and women to promote water safety, confidence, and inclusion.
Through this program, Surf, Snap & Inspire, we invite backpackers to help us tell our story, by creating digital content that connects our ocean conservation and social impact work with a global audience.
Your creativity will help raise awareness, inspire donors, and build a sustainable foundation for our grassroots programs, all while you enjoy surfing Lombok’s world-class waves and immersing yourself in local life.
This experience offers an exciting opportunity for content creators, surfers, and storytellers to combine adventure, purpose, and creativity in one meaningful journey.
General Information:
This program is ideal for travelers who want to develop their storytelling and digital media skills while contributing to an impactful grassroots movement. You’ll surf, document, and create social media content that brings visibility to our community-based initiatives. Your contribution directly supports our Embrace the Waves classes, equipment for youth, and women’s empowerment through ocean sports.
Atividades & Turnos
Day 1 – Arrival & Orientation
Upon arrival, meet the local team and join an orientation on storytelling goals, ethical content creation, and community engagement. Depending on arrival time, breakfast or lunch is served, followed by a short village tour and sunset gathering with your host family.
Day 2 – Surf & Story (Kuta)
07:00 – 09:00 | Breakfast and meet your surf instructor
09:00 – 12:00 | Surf training and ocean safety
12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch
13:00 – 17:00 | Film coastal scenes and community life
17:00 – 18:30 | Sunset content capture & posting
18:30 – 20:00 | Dinner
20:00 – 22:00 | Optional: Editing or storytelling session
Day 3 – Community & Creativity (Ekas)
07:00 – 09:00 | Breakfast and travel to Ekas
09:00 – 12:00 | Surf & behind-the-scenes documentation
12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch
13:00 – 16:00 | Interview Embrace the Waves candidates
16:00 – 18:00 | Editing & review
18:00 – 20:00 | Dinner
20:00 – 22:00 | Optional: Cultural exchange
Day 4 – Content Creation
07:00 – 09:00 | Breakfast and prep for filming
09:00 – 12:00 | Capture surf lessons & local activities
12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch
13:00 – 17:00 | Edit, post reels/stories, plan campaigns
17:00 – 18:00 | Sunset reflection
18:00 – 20:00 | Dinner
20:00 – 22:00 | Optional: Film night or skill-share
Day 5 – Exploration & Storytelling (Sekotong)
07:00 – 09:00 | Breakfast and travel to Sekotong
09:00 – 12:00 | Surf or village tour
12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch
13:00 – 16:00 | Record interviews & compile stories
16:00 – 18:00 | Campaign content prep
18:00 – 20:00 | Dinner & feedback
Day 6–7 – Cultural & Adventure Days
Mandatory: Join mangrove planting, teach English at Bagek Kembar, or help create a stingless bee colony. Scooter rental available upon request.
Optional (add-on): Join our optional Tour Package for an extra fee.
Regras
Rules:
• Respect local culture, customs, and community values at all times.
• Follow safety guidelines from surf instructors and program coordinators.
• No surfing, filming, or drone use under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Use equipment responsibly; report any damage immediately.
• Always credit us when posting official program content.
• Maintain a positive, respectful attitude toward fellow participants and locals.
• Keep digital content ethical—avoid sensitive or exploitative imagery.
• Be punctual for activities and communicate any schedule changes in advance.
• Scooter use requires a valid international driver’s license and helmet at all times.
• We reserves the right to restrict participation if rules or safety standards are not met.
Code of Conduct
• Embrace local customs and traditions. Treat host families, instructors, and community members with courtesy and openness.
• Help keep beaches, villages, and marine areas clean. Avoid littering, wasting water, or disturbing wildlife. Always prioritize sustainability in your daily actions.
• Create authentic, respectful, and positive content. Always seek consent before filming or photographing individuals, especially children. Avoid sensational or misleading portrayals of local life.
• Work cooperatively with other participants and local partners. Share ideas and assist one another in achieving shared storytelling goals.
• Representus responsibly online. Avoid sharing content that misrepresents the program, the community, or Indonesia. Respect intellectual property and always credit collaborators.
• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and reliability throughout the program. Substance abuse, harassment, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
• Follow all surf, travel, and filming safety guidelines.