Ipoh, Malaysia

5.0
(17 reviews)17

Experience the local life and culture of Malaysia

Immerse yourself in the local culture
14 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with the locals
14 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

3h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
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Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
1 month

The Experience

come and enjoy our local food,fun and fellowship with the friendly people of the village and city. see the beautiful mountains surrounding the city and also enjoy the local food and night market.

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Requirements

  • Fluent English
  • Between 25 and 45 years old
  • Only welcomes couples and partners (does not accept solo volunteers)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Talk to those who have lived the experience

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17 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Own Corner House

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 14 Immersing in the local culture
  • 14 Meeting locals
  • 12 Practicing English
  • 10 Get in touch with nature
  • 6 Developing environmental awareness
  • 5 Learning about sustainability
Rodrigo

Brazil

5

We spent two wonderful weeks with Joe! He, his family, and friends were incredibly kind and welcoming. We learned about Malaysian culture, had enriching conversations, explored Ipoh, and gained practical gardening skills, including propagation, grafting, and pruning. The work was light (3 hours on weekdays, with weekends off). Joe was always happy to share local tips and help us. The house is well located, with bikes available to explore the neighborhood. We're very grateful for our first Worldpackers experience. Thank you, Joe! 😊

4 days ago

Marjorie

Brazil

5

We spent two wonderful weeks with Joe! He, his family, and friends were incredibly kind and welcoming. We learned about Malaysian culture, had enriching conversations, explored Ipoh, and gained practical gardening skills, including propagation, grafting, and pruning. The work was light (3 hours on weekdays, with weekends off). Joe was always happy to share local tips and help us. The house is well located, with bikes available to explore the neighborhood, go grocery shopping, and find places to eat. We’re very grateful for our first Worldpackers experience. Thank you, Joe! 😊

4 days ago

Ileana

Argentina

5

It was a very nice experience. Joe is a great person, very generous and kind. He always cared about our well-being and recommended beautiful places to visit and good food to try. The work in the garden was very rewarding, I learned a lot about plants and tasted different naturally grown fruits. Ipoh is a beautiful city with a lot to offer, you can get to know the local culture. I really recommend staying with Joe and meeting him.
Thank you for such a nice time together, for opening the doors of your house for us and sharing your community with us.

29 days ago

Anthony

Peru

5

Very nice experience

4 months ago

Ailen

Italy

5

I really enjoyed the garden, where most of the activities took place: it was an experience that allowed me to connect with nature and develop new skills. Furthermore, the place in general is truly peaceful and relaxing.

4 months ago

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