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57 opportunities found

Eco Village Lumajang, Indonesia

Eco-Living & Cultural Exchange in East Java’s Hidden Ecovillage

25h/week Cleaning Kitchen Hand Social Work
From 1 week to 2 months Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Ecological Reserve KOTA BELUD, Malaysia

Come live the adventure of being a🌳🌺 Forest Ranger!

25h/week Gardening Social Work Building & Repairing Farming
From 2 to 12 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Ecological Reserve KOTA BELUD, Malaysia

Organic method restore coral reefs🪸Be our Coral Ranger!🌀🌊

25h/week Cleaning Social Work Animal Care Farming
From 2 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
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A day in the life of a worldpacker

A day living in the mountains in India⛰️
My morning volunteering in Malaysia 🦋​
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My days in Thailand 🌺​

NGO Ban Nong Phong, Thailand

Teach sports classes to kids from nearby villages!

18h/week Social Work Teaching Languages Teaching Sports
From 2 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Homestay Bukit Lawang, Indonesia

Eco Farm Project: Live Like a Local in Rural Indonesia!

20h/week Social Work Farming Gardening
From 1 to 12 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Non-Profit Project Denpasar City, Indonesia

Save turtles at our conservation centre in Bali, Indonesia :)

20h/week Cleaning Social Work Animal Care
From 2 to 4 weeks Private Room
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Holistic Center Thissamaharamaya, Sri Lanka

Immerse Yourself in Wildlife, Monastic Life, and Rural Culture - Sri Lanka 🐘🧘‍♂️

10h/week Building & Repairing Gardening Social Work Teaching Languages
At least 2 days Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Eco Village Lumajang, Indonesia

Preserve Hidden Waterfalls & Embrace Village Life in East Java

25h/week Building & Repairing Gardening Cleaning Social Work
From 1 to 4 weeks Private Room 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Private School Nha Trang, Vietnam

Empower Bright Mind – Teach English, Sport,& Lead Fun Activities!

32h/week Social Work Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
From 3 to 8 weeks Private Room 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Sustainable Community Kesrouane, Lebanon

Join us for an Impactful Environmental Volunteering Experience!

30h/week Social Work Building & Repairing Farming Gardening
From 1 week to 2 months Private Room
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Camping Quairah District, Jordan

Looking for a Creative Mind to Help Develop Our Eco-Camp Project

18h/week Building & Repairing Gardening Arts Social Work
At least 1 week Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Non-Profit Project Bentong, Malaysia

Carpenter or handyman

25h/week Cleaning Kitchen Hand Social Work Building & Repairing
From 1 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Sustainable Community Kabupaten Purworejo, Indonesia

Vibe with us in our community! Art, Culture, Nature

20h/week Painting & Decorating Social Work
At least 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals

Animal Shelter Mae Chaem District, Thailand

Join our elephant Research/Data Collection and enjoy Thailand!

30h/week Animal Care Social Work
From 6 days to 8 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Private School Nha Trang, Vietnam

Join Us to Inspire! Volunteer to Teach English, Cook, and Play!

24h/week Social Work Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
From 2 to 8 weeks Private Room 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Sustainable Community Kota Pangkal Pinang, Indonesia

From Words to Worlds: Building Futures Beyond Mining in Bangka

12h/week Teaching Sports Social Work Teaching Languages
From 2 to 8 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • Sustainable project
  • Needs help immediately
  • New

What are the countries and regions of Asia?

Asia is a continent with 48 countries and is divided in 5 subregions. The countries within this part of the world can be incredibly different from each other. For example, East Asia includes countries like China, South Korea, Japan and Hong Kong. South Asia includes Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, India, Nepal but also Afghanistan, Pakistan and Bhutan! The most visited by backpackers, Southeast Asia is where Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam amaze millions of tourists every year. Western Asia is often referred to as the Middle East and the countries include Turkey, Syria, Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Iraq, Iran, Qatar and others.

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What is important to know before traveling to Asia?

Since Asia is made up of more than 40 countries, it’s hard to specify what’s important for each one of them. However, some information about Asia for tourists is always valid: Squat toilets are common in Southeast and East Asia and you’ll need to bring your own toilet paper. Insect repellent and sunscreen will make your trip a lot better. Remember to respect the different religions and dress appropriately whenever indicated, for example take your shoes off at temples. Visit a doctor at least 5 months before traveling. Some countries require vaccinations to grant a visa.

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 How can I use Worldpackers in Asia?

Asia can be a quite cheap destination. You can use Worldpackers to save even more money by exchanging work for accommodation in Asia. Make a profile and check our hosts for free! We offer hosts in the main destinations of Asia, like India, Vietnam, Thailand, Nepal, Malaysia, Cambodia, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Japan, Philippines, China and many others. Once you have a profile and a list of skills, you can explore all five regions of Asia by becoming a member of the Worldpackers community. 

How Worldpackers works: the complete guide
Time to prepare for your trip as a worldpacker!

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.

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