Volunteer in Vietnam

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€263 per week 2 weeks - 8 weeks Age 18+ Wi-Fi available

We are a non-profit organization specializing in volunteer programs that support vulnerable communities such as orphans, abandoned children, children from low-income families, the elderly, homeless people, and people with disabilities. We are currently operating in Da Nang City, Vietnam. If you join our volunteer programs, you will have the opportunity to provide healthcare, education, and well-being support to around 500 disadvantaged individuals in Da Nang City. Our organization was founded in 2004 by Mr. Viet Dang, who is passionate about volunteer work and dedicated to helping vulnerable people. Since our establishment, we have welcomed more than 3,000 international volunteers from all over the world to participate in our programs. Together with these volunteers, we have been helping many disadvantaged people overcome difficulties in life and build a better future.

Wildlife Filmmaking Storycraft Immersion
Da Nang, Vietnam
€338 per week 2 weeks - 4 weeks Age 18+ Wi-Fi available

Based in Da Nang, Viet Endangered Narratives (VEN) is a social enterprise connecting biodiversity, people, research, and immersive experiences across Vietnam. Through conservation storytelling, we showcase the country’s natural beauty while highlighting the vital work of conservationists protecting its rich landscapes. At VEN, we believe that shared narratives can inspire collective action for the living world. Our mission is to advocate for Vietnam’s endangered species and threatened ecosystems through the power of documentary film, hands-on volunteering, and educational media. VEN was founded in October 2023 by Hong Tang, a community-based tourism trainer, and Paven Nguyen, an accomplished documentary and nature filmmaker. United by a shared vision to reconnect people with nature through locally rooted storytelling, the duo created VEN to shine a light on Vietnam’s most endangered species and overlooked ecosystems. Today, we have teams based in Hanoi, Da Nang, Phu Quoc, and Ho Chi Minh City, capturing conservation stories where they unfold. In Da Nang, our Volunteer Coordinators lead engagement efforts, connecting international volunteers with vital conservation initiatives. They facilitate cultural exchange programs, support environmental education, and help raise awareness about Da Nang’s unique biodiversity through community outreach and hands-on involvement.

English and Cultural Exchange
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Free Min 2 weeks - Extendable Age 18+ Wi-Fi available

Enghouse English Homestay is a shared-living community in Vietnam where Vietnamese members and international volunteers live, communicate, and learn from one another. Our community was created to give Vietnamese students and young professionals a friendly environment in which they can become more confident using English in everyday life. Instead of focusing only on textbooks and formal lessons, we encourage natural communication through conversations, games, cultural discussions, shared meals, and community activities. International volunteers become part of the Enghouse community rather than working as formal teachers. They share their language, culture, and experiences while also learning about Vietnamese traditions, food, and daily life from our local members. No teaching qualification is required, and volunteers are not expected to follow a formal curriculum or prepare academic lessons. Our team helps organise the schedule and participates in the activities. We welcome volunteers’ ideas for conversation topics, games, cooking sessions, cultural presentations, and other interactive activities that allow everyone to learn together. Enghouse currently has locations in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Each volunteer stays at one agreed location, which will be confirmed before arrival. Our goal is to build an open, respectful, and multicultural home where local members and international visitors can develop genuine friendships and broaden their understanding of the world.

Hanoi, Vietnam
€143 per week 4 weeks - 12 weeks Age 18+ Wi-Fi available

We are a volunteer-based, non-profit organisation dedicated to creating positive change in communities across Vietnam. Working closely with local partners, we support vulnerable children and adults through education, care, and community engagement, believing that small actions can make a lasting impact. Our Mission We empower children, young adults, and people with disabilities through education, inclusive activities, and emotional support while promoting environmental awareness and sustainable community development. By fostering compassion, understanding, and shared experiences, we help build stronger, more inclusive communities. Our Programmes We offer meaningful volunteer programmes in Hanoi and nearby areas, along with community-based charity tours. Volunteers can teach foreign languages, organise educational and creative activities, support people with disabilities, and participate in environmental initiatives. Every programme is designed to encourage cultural exchange, personal growth, and meaningful connections while making a positive impact on local communities.

Education, Farming & Hospitality
Nam Cát Tiên, Vietnam
€51 per week 6 months - 1 year Age 21+ Wi-Fi available

Nui Tuong focuses on community upliftment in rural Vietnam through education, vocational training, eco-tourism, and sustainable farming. Visitors can enjoy accommodation, food, and tours while learning about sustainable agriculture and healthy lifestyles. These efforts benefit both locals and visitors.

Travel tips

Travel tips for Vietnam

Vietnam:

Vietnam has changed enormously in a few decades. Its cities are developing quickly, but many rural communities still have fewer opportunities and need support in education, livelihoods and local development. Volunteering in Vietnam can give you a chance to see both sides of the country, from busy cities and growing businesses to villages, farms and communities where life is still much more traditional. Vietnam's long history, including the wars that shaped the country, is also part of understanding where it is today and where it may go next. And then there is the food. From pho and banh mi to rice, fresh herbs, noodles and countless regional dishes, eating is a big part of everyday Vietnamese life. Our volunteer opportunities in Vietnam let you spend time with local communities while discovering a country that is changing fast.

Why volunteer in Vietnam?

Vietnam is changing quickly. Large cities have grown rapidly, but many rural communities still have fewer opportunities. Volunteering in Vietnam lets you see this contrast for yourself while spending time with people outside the usual tourist route.

What can I learn about Vietnam's history?

Vietnam's history has been shaped by centuries of outside influence, colonial rule and war. The Vietnam War, known locally as the American War, is still part of the country's history and is visible in museums, memorials and former battle areas. Volunteering gives you more time to understand the country beyond the historical sites.

Is Vietnam still developing?

Yes, although Vietnam has made major economic progress. Cities such as Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi look very different from many rural parts of the country. This contrast is one of the interesting things about spending time in Vietnam rather than simply travelling between the major cities.

Why do rural communities in Vietnam need volunteers?

Economic development has not benefited every area equally. Some rural communities have fewer educational and employment opportunities than the major cities. Depending on the project, volunteers can support education, community development, farming or other local initiatives.

Can volunteering help me understand Vietnam's future?

It can give you a close look at a country where younger generations are growing up between two worlds. You may see smartphones, modern businesses and new ambitions alongside traditional farming, family life and village customs. That mixture makes Vietnam an interesting place to think about how developing countries change.

Is Vietnamese food really that important?

Very much so. Food is not just something you eat between activities in Vietnam. Pho, banh mi, rice, noodles, fresh herbs, vegetables and regional dishes are part of everyday life. Different parts of the country have their own flavours and cooking traditions, so even a simple meal can tell you something about where you are.

Can I volunteer on a farm in Vietnam?

Yes. Rural projects can involve agriculture, farming and community development. For someone interested in food, this can also be an interesting way to see where some of the ingredients used in Vietnamese cooking actually come from.

Can I travel around Vietnam after volunteering?

Yes. Vietnam is long and geographically diverse, so you can experience very different landscapes and food traditions as you travel from north to south. Spending time volunteering first can also give you a local connection before you continue your journey.

What might I remember most about volunteering in Vietnam?

It might be the people, the history or the contrast between a rapidly changing city and a quiet rural community. But for many visitors, it may simply be the food. A bowl of noodles, a meal shared with a host family or something discovered at a small local market can become one of the strongest memories of the trip.