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14 opportunities found

Sustainable Community Rajgir, India

Exciting Volunteering Opportunity at Hostel, Rajgir!

19h/week Tour Guide Gardening Administration
From 2 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project

Hostel JAISALMER, India

🐫 Urgent need for volunteer hostel receptionist in Jaisalmer!

20h/week Party Promoter Housekeeping Administration Reception
At least 1 week Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Hostel Kalpetta, India

Help us managing our hostel and restaurant!

24h/week Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Administration Reception
From 2 weeks to 2 months Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
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Hostel Kerala, India

Be the Heart of Hospitality: Welcome Guests in Incredible India!

25h/week Party Promoter Administration Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Team Dorm
  • 4.5

Hostel Kotagiri, India

Volunteer with us to manage the Hostel!

32h/week Kitchen Hand Administration Reception
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5

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

NGO Bageshwar, India

Explore rural Himalayas India

24h/week Teaching Languages Social Work Farming Administration
From 2 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals

Hotel Jaisalmer, India

Some hand in the daily tasks

25h/week Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Administration Reception
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals

Hostel New Delhi, India

Come to help us in the hostel and be of our family in New Delhi!

30h/week Night Shift Administration Reception
At least 30 days Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0

Hotel Jaisalmer, India

Help Us Manage & Welcome Guests in Our Hotel! 🏨✨

30h/week Administration Reception
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 4.5

Holistic Center Delhi Division, India

Improve yourself volunteering at our Spiritual Center @ Delhi

30h/week Tour Guide Party Promoter Administration Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals

Guest House Varkala, India

Are you organized and like everything in order? We need you!

25h/week Administration Reception Housekeeping
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5

Hostel Jaisalmer, India

Help us welcome our guests while you explore the desert!

25h/week Tour Guide Housekeeping Administration Reception
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0

Hostel AHMEDABAD, India

Be the face of our reception and meet people from all over the world!

30h/week Kitchen Hand Tour Guide Administration Reception
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 3.5

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