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Social Impact Program

We offer flexible travelling opportunities tailored to accommodate diverse preferences, goals, and financial capacities. We recognize that every traveler has unique circumstances, and therefore provide two flexible funding models to suit individual needs.

Partially Funded Program

For selected applicants demonstrating a strong commitment to travelling and community impact, we offer partially funded opportunities. Through scholarships or support from partner organizations, accommodation during the program will be provided. Travelers remain responsible for meals, personal expenses, including airfare to and from Indonesia, visa fees, scooter rental, insurance, and other incidental costs. This option is ideal for those seeking financial assistance while maintaining a high-quality travelling experience.

Self-Funded travelling

For self-funded travelers, we offer two formats, based on the preferred level of independence and support:

  • All-Inclusive Travelling
    This option provides a comprehensive program including accommodation, meals, and local transportation. The program is carefully designed based on local expertise and includes full coordination and staff support to ensure a seamless and enriching experience throughout your stay.

  • Self-Arranged Travelling
    This option grants travelers the flexibility to arrange their own accommodation, meals, and transportation. A modest travelers contribution is required to support the operations and management of Bale Nara Lombok’s programs. Travelers are also encouraged to support the platform’s sustainability by making additional contributions or donations to ongoing campaigns, available at https://balenara.id/donate/. Travelers durations and responsibilities are tailored to individual interests and availability to provide a personalized experience.

Please understand that paying the program fee does not lessen the importance of your time, effort, or commitment. Your contribution is essential to keep our programs running; without it, we could not sustain the travelers opportunities. By paying, you cover your own needs and also help support the local economy. Your presence makes a positive difference in the lives of many people in underserved communities. Additionally, our program prices are often 50–70% cheaper than if you arranged everything yourself. This is because local service providers offer discounted rates as they appreciate your support, allowing you to contribute meaningfully without overspending.

Should you be interested in joining our program, have any inquiries, or wish to initiate the registration process, please consult our FAQ: https://bit.ly/FAQBNL. You may also contact us directly via email at admin@balenara.id or WhatsApp at wa.me/+628175774979. We are pleased to provide additional information regarding our projects, available roles, and ongoing support throughout your travelling journey.

Explore The All-Inclusive Packages

Optimizing Web Content for Mangrove

Price range: $119 through $476(1 - 4 week)

Teach English at a coastal school in Lombok. Empower students with language skills, engage in cultural exchange, and assist activities in a beautiful setting.
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Teaching Language in Lombok’s Paradise

Price range: $119 through $476(1 - 4 week)

Teach English at a coastal school in Lombok. Empower students with language skills, engage in cultural exchange, and assist activities in a beautiful setting.
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Coral Reef Restoration in Gili Nanggu, West Lombok

Price range: $315 through $1.260(1 - 4 week)

Restore coral reefs in Gili Nanggu, West Lombok. Participate in planting, cleaning, and monitoring efforts to protect marine life and support ocean health.
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Mangrove Planting in West Lombok

Price range: $119 through $476(1 - 4 week)

Restore ecosystems by planting mangroves in West Lombok. Support coastal protection, fight climate change, and engage in environmental education with locals.
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Stingless Beekeeping In West Lombok’s Mangrove

Price range: $119 through $476(1 - 4 week)

Assist farmers with stingless beekeeping in West Lombok’s mangrove. Learn sustainable farming, honey harvesting, and the vital role bees play in biodiversity.
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Content Management for Scuba Diving Website

Price range: $315 through $1.260(1 - 4 week)

Manage Deep Blue Sea Dive’s site. Promote conservation, create posts on diving, coral planting, and ocean life. Join a dedicated team and explore Lombok’s beauty.
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Travelling in Lombok: Teach & Grow

Price range: $119 through $476(1 - 4 week)

Teach kids in a mangrove village through games, stories, and language, while planting trees, painting murals, and living in nature.

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Travelling in Lombok: Bird Catalog Waterfall

Price range: $315 through $1.260(1 - 4 week)

Join a conservation project in Mount Rinjani’s foothills to catalog waterbirds, train local guides, and publish Lombok’s first birdwatching field guide.

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Travelling in Kertasari: Teach Language

Price range: $245 through $980(1 - 4 week)

Teach English in a beachside village, support eco-education, and live alongside a West Sumbawa community passionate about nature and youth empowerment.

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Travelling in Lombok: Grant Writer

Price range: $140 through $560(1 - 4 week)

Raise funds for community projects, write grant proposals, and support sustainable development in Lombok, while earning commission and experiencing island life.

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Travelling in Lombok: Content Advocate

Price range: $350 through $1.400(1 - 4 week)

Capture stories of local changemakers, create digital content, and support sustainability efforts across rural Lombok communities.

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Travelling in Aik Berik Waterfall: Teach Languages

Price range: $119 through $476(1 - 4 week)

Teach English in Lombok, empowering local youth through inclusive education, cultural exchange, and sustainable community development.

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Travelling in Lombok: Waterbird Index

Price range: $175 through $700(1 - 4 week)

Train local youth as skilled birdwatching guides, catalog bird species, and promote sustainable eco-tourism in Lombok’s mangroves.
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Testimonials

What they Say?

I’m deeply grateful to have started as a social impact traveler at Bale Nara Lombok, responsible for SDG-17 (Partnership for the Goals). This journey inspires me and gives me a strong reason to keep returning to Lombok.

Kirstie Chalmers

Scotland

I am a passionate diver with an advanced open water certificate and experience of more than thirty dives, including a live-aboard trip on the Great Barrier Reef. Travelling allows me to combine my love for the ocean with hands-on work. It gives me a chance to protect coral reefs while gaining valuable experience.

Fiona Groeschner

Germany

I am a traveler from the United States with a strong love for the ocean and nature. Travelling here gives me the chance to protect the reefs while learning new skills in conservation. It allows me to connect with the local community, contribute to sustainability, and give back to a place that has inspired me deeply.

Josh Goldberg

United States

As a traveler, I taught Community-Based Tourism at Bale Nara Lombok’s partner campus and conducted preliminary research for the Fair Tourism Foundation in the Netherlands. I’m deeply grateful for the support of so many helpful stakeholders during my time in Lombok.

Theresa Auer

Germany

I spent six months in Lombok supporting Bale Nara Lombok while on sabbatical. Coming from South Africa, a country so different from Lombok in terms of its warmth and safety, I was truly amazed. I’ve already decided to return to this island and make it my permanent home.

Bernard Langton

South Africa

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PT BALE NARA LOMBOK | SWIFT Code: BMRIIDJA | IBAN/Account Number: 1610014357433 | Bank Name: PT BANK MANDIRI (PESERO) Tbk, KCP PRAYA | Bank Address: Jl. Gajah Mada Leneng Praya, Kecamatan Praya, Kabupaten Lombok Tengah, Nusa Tenggara Barat 83515.