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Farmstay Jhapa, Nepal

Experience a farm life style in my small house and village

25h/week Kitchen Hand Animal Care Farming Gardening
From 2 to 3 weeks Private Room 2 meals
  • 4.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Animal Shelter Tha Mai District, Thailand

Help us take care and save stray dogs in Chanthaburi/Thailand!

30h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Animal Care
At least 3 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

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
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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 🌺​

Homestay Hatton, Sri Lanka

Experience the Heart of Sri Lanka: Culture, Farming, and Community! 🌿✨

20h/week Cleaning Kitchen Hand Farming Gardening
From 1 to 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

NGO Cebu, Philippines

Make a Difference in Cebu City, Philippines! 🇵🇭

15h/week Music Kitchen Hand Child Care Social Work
At least 1 week Shared Dorm
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Eco Village Patlawada, India

🌱 Join Us in Creating a Spiritual Permaculture Ecovillage✨

25h/week Kitchen Hand Building & Repairing Farming
From 2 days to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately
  • New

Hospitality Kabupaten Bantul, Indonesia

Become a Barista or Kitchen Helper in a Vibrant Cafe while living slow!🇮🇩☕✨

10h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand Bartending
At least 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Farmstay Lamphun, Thailand

Holistic Lifestyle , Permacluture, Natural Remedies, Herbalism

30h/week Farming Painting & Decorating Kitchen Hand Gardening
From 1 to 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Guest House Zouk Mosbeh, Lebanon

Help us with our housekeeping position at the Guest House

30h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping Gardening
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

Homestay Kathmandu, Nepal

Work and enjoy on small Permaculture farm at Kathmandu valley

10h/week Kitchen Hand Cleaning Housekeeping Gardening
At least 1 week Tent 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Ecological Reserve KOTA BELUD, Malaysia

Cooking with love in the Nature Centre of North Borneo🏝️🥣🍵☕🍽️

25h/week Cooking Bartending Kitchen Hand
From 2 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Homestay Kandy, Sri Lanka

Join us in the kitchen and help create delicious meals!

32h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 3.0
  • Higher approval

Sustainable Community Kabupaten Bondowoso, Indonesia

Madura Culinary Volunteer Experience in Bondowoso

25h/week Cooking Kitchen Hand
From 1 to 2 weeks Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Non-Profit School Kathmandu, Nepal

School Gardening, learning and fun !!!

15h/week Painting & Decorating Kitchen Hand Farming Gardening
From 1 to 3 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • 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

Farmstay Mandalgarh, India

🌿 Landscape Beautification & Sustainable Building 🏔️✨

25h/week Painting & Decorating Kitchen Hand Building & Repairing Gardening
From 1 to 4 weeks Tent 2 meals

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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