Stay local & discover Ha Giang, Vietnam 🇻🇳
The experience
Welcome to our peaceful local homestay in Ha Giang, Northern Vietnam.
We are a small, family-style homestay located in Ha Thanh village, surrounded by mountains, rice fields, streams and traditional Tay culture. Our home is a place where travelers can slow down, meet local people, enjoy authentic Vietnamese food and prepare for their journey through the spectacular Ha Giang Loop!
What you offer
6 hours of help per day
Farming:
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Painting & Decorating:
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing:
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
What you get
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Parties:
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Restaurants:
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Pubs:
Get discounts at nearby pubs.
Discounts on Drinks:
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation:
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Parties:
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events:
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English
Between 18 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
We are looking for volunteers who can help us create a welcoming and memorable experience for travelers at our homestay.
Depending on volunteers skills and interests, the tasks may include:
* Social Media & Content
Create short videos and photos for Instagram, TikTok and Facebook
Help us tell authentic stories about Ha Giang and local culture
Take photos of the homestay, food, village life and travel experiences
Help create simple English content for international travelers
* Guest & Homestay Support
Welcome and communicate with international guests
Help guests with basic information about Ha Giang
Assist with simple daily activities around the homestay
Help keep shared areas clean and welcoming
Support the team during busy periods
* Food & Local Experiences
Help with simple restaurant activities when needed
Join and support local food experiences
Help introduce local dishes and ingredients to international guests
* Tourism & Local Experiences
Volunteers interested in tourism may also help us develop ideas for:
Ha Giang Loop experiences
Village walks and hiking
Local cultural experiences
Travel content and itineraries
Activities & Shift
Shifts: We need around 6–8 hours of help per day, 5 days per week, with the exact schedule agreed together depending on the season, workload and the volunteer's skills.
We value flexibility and mutual respect. I don't expect volunteers to work all day—we want you to have plenty of time to explore Ha Giang.