Ipoh, Malaysia

5.0
(5 reviews)5

Experience the local life and culture of Malaysia

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Immerse yourself in the local culture
5 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with the locals
4 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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Availability

Jan
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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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5 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

  • 5 Immersing in the local culture
  • 4 Meeting locals
  • 3 Practicing English
  • 2 Learning about sustainability
  • 2 Get in touch with nature
  • 2 Developing environmental awareness

Morocco

5

If you're looking for a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of big cities, I highly recommend Ipoh. Joe is an exceptionally friendly and welcoming host who can guide you to all the town's hidden gems—from affordable local eateries to popular tourist and cultural spots. Bicycles are available for use, and most attractions are easily reachable by bike. The only downside is that the house is close to a small airport, so you'll occasionally hear and see planes taking off and landing.

2 months ago

Brazil

5

My experience in Ipoh was really good, Joe is a friendly host, super flexible. If you want to see a Malaysia lifestyle I recommend, Ipoh have many options for food, probably one of the highlights.

4 months ago

Poland

5

Joe was an amazing host! He showed us around Ipoh, recommended lots of places to see and where to eat. He let us us bikes to move around the city. He has a big garden with lots of interesting fruit and veg. It was great to learn about them. He was giving clear instructions on what to do every day. He was a very welcoming and friendly host.

6 months ago


Joe replied

Welcome

Venezuela

5

Joe was a wonderful Host. He's is very flexible regarding on the times to do the supporting works. He is very proud of his town so he showed us plenty of local places and local food that were completely delicious. I recommend him as a host 100%. P.S.: regardless there's not meals included it's easy to find very tasty food for an absurdly low price.

7 months ago


Joe replied

Welcome to explore ipoh... Culture n food

Venezuela

5

It was a really nice experience, Joe is a wonderful host. He actually cares about the travelers can know about the local culture and food. The tasks in the house were easy and you have plenty of time to go out with Joe or by yourself cycling around the town. Also, it was very nice to meet and share with Joe's siblings and his friend Phillip. Ipoh is a place that I would recommend to visit, is a multicultural city, have delicious food and people is very friendly. And last but not least, I have the opportunity to learn a very interesting things about gardening, thanks to Joe.

7 months ago


Joe replied

Always welcome

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