185 Volunteer travel vacations found
Endangered wildlife conservation in South Africa
Award-winning, Fair Trade certified wildlife conservation!
From US $1,544 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 29 Jun, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 30 Nov, 14 Dec, 28 Dec
2021: 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 22 Feb, 8 Mar, 22 Mar, 5 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 17 May, 31 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 29 Nov, 13 Dec, 27 Dec
2021: 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 22 Feb, 8 Mar, 22 Mar, 5 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 17 May, 31 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 12 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 29 Nov, 13 Dec, 27 Dec
Marine conservation in Belize
Help us protect coral reefs and marine ecosystems!
From US $1,330 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures on weekends but transfers can be made on other days at an extra cost
$450 off a trip to Belize! Marine conservation in the Caribbean!
Volunteering with bears in Romania
Volunteer at an inspiring bear sanctuary in Transylvania
From £925 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Flexible departures available throughout the year, minimum stay 1 week
Volunteer with elephants in South Africa
Volunteer with elephants on the stunning Garden Route
From £1,365 21 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at anytime to suit you, all year round
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Thailand wildlife sanctuary volunteering holiday
Volunteering break at a wildlife sanctuary in Thailand
From £739 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This project can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Volunteer with monkeys in South Africa
Help re-habilitate orphaned monkeys in beautiful rural South Africa
From £769 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at anytime to suit you, all year round
Volunteer with turtles in Costa Rica
Protect nesting turtles on Costa Rica's beautiful beaches
From £989 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Flexible departures July - December (nesting season)
Whale & dolphin research in Ligurian Sea, Italy
Whale and dolphin conservation trip
From €795 to €910 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep
Marine conservation vacation in Thailand
Join an innovative marine conservation programme on Koh Tao
From £875 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Placement start dates depend on dive level and run throughout the year (except between mid-October to mid-December when the project is closed).”
We still have a few spaces to join this project in the next few months, so get in touch soon so that we can help you plan your trip!
Elephant conservation vacation, Thailand
Care for Asian elephants saved from a life of abuse
From £665 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Trips last for 1-6 weeks and start every week on a Sunday
We are still looking for volunteers to help care for elephants in need!
Volunteering with bears in Cambodia
Care for rescued bears in tropical Cambodia
From £675 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departures every Sunday throughout the year
We are looking for volunteers to join our team in Cambodia in the next few months and help provide a safe haven for the bears!
Volunteering Thailand, wildlife rescue centre
Work with rescued tropical animals such as monkeys and bears
From £645 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Placements last from 1-12 weeks and can start on any date throughout the year
There is still time to join our team in Thailand and care for animals in need!
Jungle conservation & research, Peru
Jungle conservation and research project in the Amazon
From £1,195 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 14 Sep, 12 Oct, 9 Nov, 7 Dec
2021: 4 Jan, 1 Feb, 1 Mar, 29 Mar, 26 Apr, 24 May, 21 Jun, 19 Jul, 16 Aug, 13 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 6 Dec
2021: 4 Jan, 1 Feb, 1 Mar, 29 Mar, 26 Apr, 24 May, 21 Jun, 19 Jul, 16 Aug, 13 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 6 Dec
Borneo Wildlife Volunteer Project
Encounter orangutans and elephants in the Bornean jungle.
From £1,295 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 21 Jun, 21 Jul, 21 Aug, 21 Sep, 21 Oct, 21 Nov
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Teach children in Patagonia, Chile
Teach English in the magnificent scenery of Chile, Patagonia
From US $4,973 12 weeks ex flights
Tailor made:
Trips run anytime throughout the year
Help rebuild Dominica after hurricane Maria
Help rebuild an eco lodge and a local community,
From US $70 to US $720 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Come as soon as you can, and stay as long as you are able to
Wildlife rescue volunteering in Costa Rica
Assist caring for rescued animals in Costa Rica
From £695 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Our team in Costa Rica are looking for volunteers to help care for animals at a tropical wildlife sanctuary in the next few months!
Family volunteering with monkeys in South Africa
Hands-on family volunteering with monkeys in South Africa
From £767 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Carnivore conservation & research in Namibia
Rehabilitate and release cheetah in the wilds of Namibia
From £1,340 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 29 May, 5 Jun, 12 Jun, 19 Jun, 26 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 11 Dec, 18 Dec
Belize marine conservation internship
Hands-on conservation experience on idyllic Caribbean island
From US $3,460 4 weeks ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you
$450 off a trip to Belize! Marine conservation in the Caribbean!
Malawi volunteering vacation
Volunteer at Africa's top wildlife sanctuary
From £1,370 to £4,350 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at anytime to suit you
Learn Spanish in Peru & trek the Inca trail
Inca trek & relaxed, professional Spanish lessons
From US $1,480 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made to suit any dates, subject to Inca Trail permit availability (closed February)
Wildlife conservation course in South Africa
Learn species conservation and habitat management in South Africa
From US $3,000 4 weeks ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 1 Jun, 29 Jun, 27 Jul, 24 Aug, 21 Sep, 19 Oct, 16 Nov
Peloponnese turtle conservation holiday, Greece
Sea turtle volunteering on stunning Greek beaches
From €850 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 18 Jul, 3 Aug
Whale shark research in Mexico
Snorkelling with Whale Sharks & Giant Manta Rays
From £1,990 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 17 Jul, 27 Jul
2021: 17 Jul, 24 Jul
2021: 17 Jul, 24 Jul
Brown bear tracking in Northern Greece
Track wild bears & explore the wilderness with park rangers
From €650 5 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 26 Sep, 17 Oct
Dog and Cat Rescue in Thailand (shell)
Animal rescue on a tropical island in Thailand
From £595 4 weeks ex flights
Tailor made
Elephant conservation volunteering in Thailand
Elephant and Karen Hill tribe Community Volunteering
From £450 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Black sea turtle research project in Mexico
Work with sea turtles and hatchlings in Mexico
From US $1,495 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 6 Dec, 7 Dec, 8 Dec, 9 Dec, 10 Dec, 11 Dec, 12 Dec, 13 Dec
Galapagos turtle conservation and wildlife vacation
Sea turtles, giant tortoises and island exploration
From US $3,595 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2021: 6 Feb, 7 Feb, 8 Feb, 9 Feb, 10 Feb, 11 Feb, 12 Feb, 13 Feb, 14 Feb
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US $1,330
excluding flights
I loved the beach clean up on a nearby island. Really great, especially for younger divers. (more)Georgina Stevens
The most memorable part of the vacation was diving in a downpour. It wasn't scary, just interesting. (more)Brian Benner
All of it was pretty amazing. I didn't realize how small the island was and I loved it. Being able to dive 3 times a day and get to know the local marine life, while
learning about it was my favourite. (more)Irina Tyshkevich
From
US $1,544
excluding flights
A fantastic opportunity. I enjoyed every minute. (more)Hazel Dykes
Definitely worth doing! The type of work and your experience with the organisation depends a lot on the project you’ll be involved in, so familiarise yourself carefully with the info they provide beforehand to know what to bring (more)Alexandra Bergholm
It was a really interesting experience and I definitely recommend it to anyone who love animals (more)Boris Traverso
From
£1,295
excluding flights
All of it was memorable!! Seeing orang-utans in wild and incredible opportunity to see many other animals and birds so close with expert guide. Teamwork sense of achievement in conservation work. Fantastic opportunity. Beautiful location, adequate facilities. Emphasis always on our health and safety. (more)Cathy Dowdle
It was beautifully organised and structured and a great opportunity to be part of another culture and to see wonderful wildlife. An excellent project. (more)Tessa Milne-Day
From
£645
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I went to the Wildlife Rescue Centre in Thailand, this was a fantastic project helping animals who had been mostly kept as pets. It’s hard to say what was the most memorable part of this vacation as there was so much variety and different experiences, it’s difficult to decide what was the best part of it.
I enjoyed working in teams and caring for the animals, the atmosphere in the center was just what I hoped for, somewhere dynamic with a lot going on and approachable friendly... (more)Cathy Bisset
From
£1,990
excluding flights
Fantastic trip with many memorable moments - swimming with the whale sharks was amazing and swimming with 2 manta rays and seeing their courtship ritual on the final day was magical.
(more)Sandra Bateman
AMAZING ... we took a 13 and 17 year old with us who got so much out of this ... they are both fascinated by cetaceans and were competent swimmers /
snorkellers. (more)Rachel Calvert
From
€850
excluding flights
The most memorable part of the vacation was doing night patrol, really trying to look for turtles and potentially help them in the water, along with educating people about how they can help keep the turtles protected and safe.
(more)Isabella Tully
5* (more)Abigail Williams
I really enjoyed it....Seeing the turtle hatchlings make their way to the sea.
(more)Anja Tremper
From
€650
excluding flights
Signs of bears and the amazing local food (more)Lyn A
The most memorable part of the vacation was being led on hikes to the remote regions of Northern Greece in search of sighting of the animals residing in the area. (more)Lynne Davies
Most memorable: Exploring this little known (to us) part of Greece, meeting the friendly locals, and eating the fantastic food. The scenery is truly stunning and unspoilt, and the autumn colours were just superb. (more)Baxter Jeffs
From
£665
excluding flights
From
£675
excluding flights
I loved every second of my trip - the people, the country, the bears I worked with... (more)Louise Bednarz
Meeting the bears and being able to really make a difference to their day-to-day lives with enrichment, feeding and cleaning; some of the things we were doing (such as enrichment to keep the bears active and happy) wouldn't get done unless we were there to help out! (more)Heather Reynolds
We were so close to the bears and keepers that you feel part of the project rather than just a short stay helper. I think we were really lucky... to have the baby bear (Lola) arrive when we were there too. (more)Anon
From
£925
excluding flights
This experience was absolutely life changing. (more)Mary Lee
We saw a number of bears taking a dip in the water and I enjoyed seeing the pleasure on their faces as they enjoyed the therapeutic effects of the water (more)Suzanne Jones
Excellent. Exceeded my expectations, all very well organised, very good accommodation with lots of help from local rep. Brasov had plenty to offer and the bears were amazing! (more)Deborah Robson
From
£1,195
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Getting to spend time walking through the jungle and seeing so many great animals and birds. The best moments were the tree frogs, manu poison frog and the rainbow boa! I really enjoyed the construction of the bird hides and biogarden even though sometimes it was really hard work! Pancakes for breakfast were great!
Tips?
There was a lot of walking and physical activity so it’s really important to expect to do lots when you get there and probably need reasonable fitness!
Local... (more)Melanie Veal
From
£545
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Going on a horseback safari and getting only six metres from a wild giraffe!! I also loved being so close with the monkeys in the center
Tips?
You must like dogs as the site is full of them (all friendly of course!!) and not be afraid to get your hands dirty. You will be cleaning up after animals, it's not all
cuddles!!
Local benefits?
It definitely benefited the sanctuary. Whilst I was there, there was only myself as a short term volunteer and four long... (more)Carrie Hogan
From
£745
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Getting education by staff. Volunteering for the center. Seeing the elephants interact with one another in a natural environment.
Tips?
Great experience, but don't go in expecting the comforts of home. It's rustic, there are lots of insects, and it's hot. If you can get past this, then it's a must see.
Local benefits?
yes, while volunteering we felt like we were supporting the center.
Overall rating?
9/10 (more)Simmi Behal
From
£795
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Elephants crossing the river just ahead of us.
Tips?
More accurate pre-departure information needed on the correct clothing and footwear for work on the project. We had to buy everything on arrival at the
project as the pre-departure information was quite inadequate.
Local benefits?
YES
Overall rating?
10/10. This was a phenomenal experience, not least due to the professionalism, experience and commitment of the APE project staff on the ground. We... (more)Vandna Kalia
From
US $679
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Finding out about the 'real' India.
Tips?
I went to Calcutta which is raw and real. There is no pretentiousness, no pretence, just India how you might have imagined.
Local benefits?
I volunteered for a charity that empowered women - very much needed in many parts if India.
Overall rating?
Superb - it was everything I wanted. (more)alison hay
From
US $679
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
It was turning ordinary lessons into fun a creative ones, which the children enjoyed.
Tips?
Just throw yourself into it and enjoy
this once in a lifetime opportunity
Local benefits?
Yeah I do feel that the children benefited from having us in the classroom
Overall rating?
Amazing (more)Emily Fairchild
From
€720
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Being on the boat for many hours and taking the time to wait for diving dolphins and monk seals to (re)appear together with experts and other nature loving persons and no one ever gets impatient or bored!
Sharing time, home and meals with an international group
Tips?
Everything is very well explained in the online informations for participants that you should read very carefully before booking. Make sure that you'll "survive" a five or six hours boat trip in the... (more)Brigitte Horlitz
From
£845
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
To experience the rare opportunity to work with the amongst the most amazing scenery that I have ever seen.
Tips?
The journey to the Field House is a long but beautiful one. The Field House is basic, rustic but very comfortable and surrounded by amazing scenery.
Local benefits?
Yes most definitely, the placement is amongst a local village, and the local villagers appreciated the efforts made by the volunteers.
Overall rating?
I would highly recommend... (more)Julie Marshman
From
£829
excluding flights
From
£1,340
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
All of it ! Being involved with an on-going human conflicr situation where the farmer was loosing livestock to a problem cheetah allowed me to see 1st hand the devastation that can be caused; then being lucky enough for our group to accompany the vet who darted the problem cheetah who had been caught in a catch cage, thanks to the skill and knowledge of our coordinator. The cheetah's vital signs were all checked, a new GPS collar fitted and then she was re-located.
Tips?
Bring... (more)Mairi Hutchison
From
£845
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I can't name that one and only moment I have to say. The whole experience was memorable. Not only the work but also the people I had the pleasure to meet.
Tips?
I was camping the first time in my life and did some research beforehand. However I did of course made a few mistakes. The next time I would definitely bring a bigger tent and 2 very strong head torches. My tent was ok for 2 weeks but for a longer period it would be to small. A very strong head torch is a... (more)Patricia
From
£709
excluding flights
The highlight was being able to see so many different animals during the multiple game drives: elephants, giraffes, lions, rhinos, hippos, zebras, buffalos. It was truly amazing!
(more)Caroline Mancioppi
5 I couldn't of had a better time. I truly had the time of my life, I felt at home, happy and really didn't want to go home. It seems crazy now to think its all over but this whole experience couldn't have been much better. Best decision of my life. (more)Kirstin Runcie
A fabulous experience and I would be keen to return. (more)Mark Milligan
From
£1,995
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Learned a lot about elephants.
Tips?
Take part in all the activities and go to the beach on you weekends off.
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
(more)Julie Grosso
From
£1,295
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Every second was amazing. No part was less memorable that another. Not exactly a vacation. You are there to work and provide enrichment and stimulus to the Orang Utangs and Sun Bears.
Tips?
Take plenty of mosquito repellent ! Plenty to spare wellington boots at the Lodge. Be prepared for cold showers.
Local benefits?
Yes. That is the purpose of the project - especially as far as the animals are concerned.
Overall rating?
Ten out of Ten. Great group... (more)Adrian Smith
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