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Sustainable Community Phato District, Thailand

Hospitality assistant: Help our Eco-Resort with hosting guests

30h/week Cleaning Administration Reception
From 4 to 12 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Hostel Vangvieng, Laos

🛎️ Receptionist & Guest Services Volunteer at Champa Inn Hostel

30h/week Reception
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 4.0
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Hostel New Taipei, Taiwan

Come help us and be part of our experience in Jiufen, Taiwan! 3🌟

20h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
At least 3 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
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Hostel Goa, India

Help out at the Reception of our Hostel in India! 🏨✨

30h/week Tour Guide Kitchen Hand Housekeeping Reception
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Hostel Jaisalmer, India

Volunteer in an Artistic Cafe and a Hostel in the Golden City

24h/week Kitchen Hand Tour Guide Administration Reception
From 1 week to 3 months Tent 2 meals
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Guest House Jaisalmer, India

Creative helping hands

24h/week Reception Painting & Decorating Housekeeping Administration
At least 1 week Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host

Hostel Siquijor, Philippines

Be An All Around Superstar in a Highly Popular Hostel 🛶🌊

25h/week Party Promoter Reception Bartending
At least 4 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Hostel Kep, Cambodia

Helping run our local hostel business in Kep, Cambodia

32h/week Night Shift Party Promoter Reception Bartending
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 2 meals

Coliving Mumbai, India

Yoga Teacher or Healers

25h/week Bartending Reception Tour Guide Party Promoter
From 1 to 2 days Private Room 3 meals
  • 4.0

Hotel Jaisalmer, India

Be Part of Our Hostel Life in the Golden City of Jaisalmer🏨✨

25h/week Cleaning Housekeeping Administration Reception
From 2 to 5 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • Needs help immediately
  • New

Hostel Da Lat City, Vietnam

Help us run our hostel as a receptionist and other tasks! :)

32h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 3 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 1 meal
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Guest House West Lombok Regency, Indonesia

Become a Guest House Collaborator in West Lombok!

18h/week Housekeeping Reception Gardening
From 1 week to 1 month Private Room
  • Needs help immediately
  • New

Camping wadi rum, Jordan

Support cultural activities and engage with visitors in a Bedouin

25h/week Kitchen Hand Tour Guide Housekeeping Reception
From 2 to 12 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Hostel Wadi Rum Village, Jordan

Come help us and enjoy in the wadi rum desert

25h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
From 2 to 10 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Sustainable Community Koh Rong Island, Cambodia

Volunteer and make a positive impact on the island

15h/week Cleaning Reception Housekeeping Kitchen Hand
From 2 to 12 weeks Tent
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Holistic Center Kluang, Malaysia

Join Us as a Reception Volunteer at a Unique Hostel in Malaysia, Near Singapore!

24h/week Party Promoter Cleaning Housekeeping Reception
At least 3 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal
  • 3.0
  • Sustainable project

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.

Check out all our plans Learn more about how it works