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Volunteer in Indonesia

Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelago state, made up of an astounding 17,508 islands in Southeast Asia. Securing its independence after World War II, Indonesia has continued in its important role as a trade region, which dates back to the seventh century. Since declaring independence, Indonesia has been turbulent, with challenges posed by natural disasters, corruption, separatism, a democratization process, and periods of rapid economic change. Two monsoon seasons (rainy and dry) determine Indonesia’s climate for the year, with predominately warm temperatures except in the mountains. Hot springs, exotic animals, and beautiful rock formations leave little for volunteers to want in this magnificent country.

United Planet also offers long-term (6 month and one year) volunteer programs in Indonesia. Learn more about all of our volunteer programs in Asia.

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Volunteer Opportunities in Indonesia

Bali Schools

teach in collaboration with the Jembrana Educational Department, mainly focusing on English based learning but, some cultural exchange as well.

Boarding Schools

teach at an Islamic School and motivate the students about their professional and personal futures.

Madrasah (Schools)

choose to participate in either elementary, junior-high, or senior-high schools that focus on formal subjects, as well as, religion, vocation, and personal development.

Kindergarten:

serve children from the local community and provide educational support for low-income families.

University Education:

motivate university students to pursue intercultural learning by lecturing in the classroom and holding various workshops and activities outside.

Rural Primary Education:

provide fundamental education to youth through teaching and social activities.

Rural High School Education:

coordinate intercultural activities through games, presentations, and discussions to enrich students while helping to develop English skills.

Urban Primary Education

teach in elementary schools for children (ages 6-12). Assist with classes, as well as extra-curricular activities.

Urban High School Education

teach in elementary schools for children (ages 15-17). Assist with rigorous classes, as well as sports and extra-curricular activities.

Japanese Language and Culture

assist local teachers in arranging classes for high school students.

French Language and Culture

assist with French lectures in local high schools and universities to stimulate intercultural learning.

Mandarin Language and Culture

teach the language and customs to elementary students and beyond, as this practice is integrated into all schools within Indonesia.

Urban Children Development

assist with administration in a care center for children (ages 0-7) who are in their beginning stages of learning.

Rural Children Development

assist with administration at a local care center for children (ages 0-7) by growing their cognitive, motor, and social skills.

Children’s Center

assist with administration at a local center dedicated to pray, play, learning, and laughing alongside children who need support and supervision daily.

Public Health

help disadvantaged people, especially those pregnant and the elderly, within the villages have access to health care and accurate information.

Cultural Exchange

assist the staff who coordinate cultural exchange from Indonesia. Provide administrative, programmatic, and awareness support.

Discover

Indonesia is the second most biodiverse nation in the world. Within this distinction, many of the species are endemic to the islands too! However, there are major urban centers like Jakarta, the largest city and capital of Indonesia.

Learn

The Sangiran Early Man Site is located in Central Java, Indonesia; famous for the discovery of Homo erectus artifacts in the 1930s. But, even being one of the oldest civilizations doesn’t allow for pure authenticity. Indonesia draws from many indigenous and international cultures and, within it Jakarta is truly an international city with many cultures and subgroups.

Challenge

Investigate the Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra which comprises three national parks: Gunung Leuser National Park, Kerinci Seblat National Park and Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park. The parks proudly conserve many species including countless endangered.

Quest Fees and Details

United Planet Quests are designed to be immersive, authentic, comprehensive and provide you everything you’ll need to succeed. The program elements allow you to engage fully with a new culture, forge strong relationships, and challenge yourself. Most importantly, we partner with the community to ensure your experience will be important, relevant and helpful to the community you serve.

Included in Your Quest Fee

Pre-departure preparation
Food and lodging in your host country
Airport Transfers
Emergency medical insurance
Online pre-departure training with our Boston staff
In-country orientation upon arrival and ongoing support and supervision throughout your Quest
20-40 hrs of service per week
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Transportation and Flights

Due to varying airline prices, United Planet does not arrange or cover the cost of flights to and from Indonesia. However, we arrange all ground transportation to and from the airport in Indonesia and will ensure that you arrive safely at orientation. Volunteers should arrive on Mondays between before 9 pm but, cannot arrive during Ramadan.

Quest Fee & Payment Plan


4 Weeks	5 Weeks	6 Weeks	7 Weeks	8 Weeks	9 Weeks	10 Weeks	11 Weeks	12 Weeks	13 Weeks	14 Weeks	15 Weeks	16 Weeks
$1,035	$1,236	$1,438	$1,639	$1,840	$2,041	$2,243	$2,444	$2,645	$2,846	$3,048	$3,249	$3,450

About Our Quest Fee

Your Quest Fee supports the resources and infrastructure needed to make your experience safe, meaningful, and impactful — for both you and the host community. As a nonprofit, every cost directly supports essential program elements, not extras.

This includes:

Pre-departure training
Language support and learning
In-country & virtual support and supervision
Accommodations & host family placement
Meals
Airport transportation
Cultural activities and excursions

These components are carefully designed to ensure volunteers are prepared, supported, and able to contribute in a responsible and productive way.
We are a mission-driven organization, which means funds are used intentionally to create experiences that are valuable, ethical, and sustainable for everyone involved.

Payment Plan Details: A $300 deposit is required at enrollment to secure your program placement. After confirmation, you may pay the Quest Fee in full or through installments. The remaining balance is due 4 weeks before departure.

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