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Work exchange and Volunteer opportunities in India

16 opportunities found

Eco Village Garhwal Division, India

Experience Organic Farming in Himalayan Village :)

25h/week Painting & Decorating Cleaning Animal Care Farming
At least 1 week Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Eco Village Garhwal Division, India

Experience life in a remote Himalayan village - India

20h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
At least 1 week Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Hotel Nainital, India

Help Grow Our Social Media in the Heart of the Himalayas! 🏔️📸

20h/week Social Media Photography Painting & Decorating Arts
At least 1 week Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval
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Hotel Nainital, India

Grafitti Artist plus Creative Assistant.

20h/week Social Media Photography Painting & Decorating Arts
From 1 to 3 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Eco Lodge Sivasagar, India

Станьте частью гармонии с природой!

20h/week Social Work Cleaning Kitchen Hand Farming
From 1 week to 1 month Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Needs help immediately

NGO WAYANAD, India

TRAINING ASSOCIATE (Natural Building & Sustainable living)

32h/week Painting & Decorating Arts Building & Repairing Gardening
At least 14 days Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project

Guest House Jaisalmer, India

🎨 Help Us in Beautifying Our Hostel: Enjoy Your Free Time! ✨:)

25h/week Painting & Decorating Cleaning Kitchen Hand Social Work
From 1 to 10 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval

Farm madurai, India

Join Us in Reviving Native Crops in Madurai, India

32h/week Cleaning Animal Care Building & Repairing Farming
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Needs help immediately

Farmstay KODAIKANAL, India

Revive Native Recipes & Experience Sustainable Farming and Cultur

32h/week Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing Farming Gardening
At least 1 day Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project

Homestay Arrah, India

Helping with our small family in our Eco-home & Community Centre

28h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Child Care Cooking
At least 1 week Shared Dorm
  • 5.0

Camping jaisalmer, India

Experience the Magic of the Desert while helping us with tasks!

30h/week Painting & Decorating Arts
From 1 to 3 weeks Tent 2 meals
  • 5.0

Farm madurai, India

Farm caretaker

32h/week Painting & Decorating Kitchen Hand Animal Care Farming
At least 4 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Needs help immediately

Farm madurai, India

Farmer

32h/week Social Work Building & Repairing Farming Gardening
At least 4 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Needs help immediately

Homestay Mandi Division, India

Be a part in Re designing a Homestay! 🎨🏡✨

32h/week Arts Painting & Decorating
At least 1 week Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0

Homestay Mandi Division, India

Join Us as a Social Media Manager & Content Creator! 🌟📱

32h/week Photography Video Making Social Media
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0

Eco Lodge Sivasagar, India

Come and explore this vibrant land full of life! Northeast,India

20h/week Tour Guide Gardening Administration Reception
From 1 week to 1 month Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Needs help immediately

What is important to know before traveling to India?

India is the seventh largest country and with more than 1 billion people, it is the second most populous country in the world! This land of so many colours and flavours can be overwhelming, but it’s beauty is incomparable. Although the Taj Mahal is the main destination, there are marvels such as Biwi ka Maqbara in Aurangabad or Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi that shouldn’t be missed. Religion is also an interesting part of India, since this country is the birthplace of 4 of the world's major religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism.

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Is India safe for tourists?

India is usually depicted as a dangerous country, but it is generally safe for tourists in comparison with neighbouring countries. Locals are usually nice and friendly, though rape rate is significantly high. Therefore safety should be a concern for female travelers in India. As a female tourist in India, you should take precautionary measures. For example, avoid being alone in poorly lit areas, let someone know where you are at all times, ask your host about the surroundings and how safe is the region in you are visiting.

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Is it possible to use Worldpackers in India?

Yes, you can exchange work for accommodation in India at hostels, camping sites, NGOs, guesthouses, farms and more. There are Worldpackers hosts in Jaipur, New Delhi, Mumbai and many other cities in India. Check our host list and make a profile for free. The profile should include the skills you’re good at and the ones you wanna learn, travel photos and a bio about yourself. Once you provide info and find a host, you can schedule a trip by becoming a member of the Worldpackers community for only $49 a year!

How Worldpackers works: the complete guide

How to volunteer abroad using Worldpackers

What is a work exchange and how does it work?

How do Worldpackers trips work?

As a member, you can contact as many hosts and travel safely as many times as you want.

Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

After volunteering, you and your host exchange reviews.

With positive reviews, you’ll stand out to hosts and get even more benefits.

Check out all our plans Learn more about how it works