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Discover the real Penang, while helping with backpackers in Georgetown, Malaysia

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    My Name is David, born and raised in Georgetown. Ive had the privilege to travel and emersed myself in different cultures around the world, since being back, I run a hostel in beautiful eclectic Georgetown , we cater to youthful backpackers from around the world, we are exciting! Creating a environment where you can let loose and see the real Penang for what it is, an Adventure!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    DIY and building projects
    Hospitality/Tourism
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Events & social
    Pets
    Movies & TV
    Charity work
    History
    Music
    Architecture
    Photography
    Animals
    Sailing / Boating
    Mountain
    Nature
    Yoga / Wellness
    Water sports
    Adventure sports
    Cycling
    Outdoor activities
    Camping
    Fitness
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We believe that volunteers will be able to see the real Georgetown/Penang through a locals' eyes, while teaching our local staff about foreign cultures. We will also show them the best places to go and the best foods to eat, Truly living like a local immersed in the culture. A true cultural exchange!

  • Help

    Help

    Our Hostel manager - Berny (Local Chinese)
    Front Desk/Reception operator - Fazlin (Local Malay) & Proxy (Local chinese) would like to welcome the volunteers and look forward to learn & share the differences in this opportunity of a cultural exchange.

    We are looking for volunteers to help out with tasks like, assisting our team of local staff understand western culture to assimilate with the backpackers, check ins, tours, and generally helping keep the place running smooth.
    We would preferably have people stay with us for at least two weeks.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We provide a bed in an air-conditioned dorm together with the other volunteers, Food is provided,
    You get free alcohol at the bar as well.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We are smack in the heart of eclectic Georgetown with loads of night life, street art, temples, malls, and less then 30 minutes from the beach... everything that Georgetown has to offer at your door step.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 187743655717

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