229 Volunteer travel vacations found
Endangered wildlife conservation in South Africa
Award-winning, Fair Trade certified conservation work!
From US $1,330 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 7 May, 21 May, 4 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 16 Jul, 30 Jul, 13 Aug, 27 Aug, 10 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 22 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 3 Dec
2019: 14 Jan, 28 Jan, 11 Feb, 25 Feb, 11 Mar, 25 Mar, 8 Apr, 22 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 17 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov
2019: 14 Jan, 28 Jan, 11 Feb, 25 Feb, 11 Mar, 25 Mar, 8 Apr, 22 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 17 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov
25% late availability discount on all bookings made for starting dates 7 May, 21 May and 4 June 2018. Join our award-winning, Fair Trade Tourism certified volunteer program and have the ultimate wildlife experience. Reference: "Save Painted Wolves"
Marine conservation in Belize
Monitor reefs in the Caribbean
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
$500 off a trip to Belize - a saving of 38% off our regular price of $1330! Make 2018 a year to remember with marine conservation in Belize! Applies only to trips booked before 30 April 2018.
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 near South Africa's beautiful coast
From £1,415 21 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at anytime to suit you, all year round
Helpdesk
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 £974 14 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 £847 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at anytime to suit you, all year round
More volunteers needed to help with a baboon release in April / May 2018. $150 discount for volunteers staying 4 weeks or more.
Volunteer with turtles in Costa Rica
Protect nesting turtles on Costa Rica's beautiful beaches
From £899 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 €985 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 4 Jun, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 16 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep
Marine conservation vacation in Thailand
Join a community conservation project on a tropical island
From £795 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Starts on the first and third Saturday of every month (except between October to mid December when the project is closed)
There are currently still spaces available to join our marine conservation team in Thailand for a 1-12 week placement
Volunteer with children at a creche in Brazil
Volunteer in Rio or Foz do Iguaçu
From £1,295 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Volunteers can start anytime during term time which runs February to July and August to December
South Africa wildlife reserves conservation expedition
The Big 5 Wildlife Reserve Expedition
From US $1,330 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 7 May, 21 May, 4 Jun, 18 Jun, 2 Jul, 16 Jul, 30 Jul, 13 Aug, 27 Aug, 10 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 22 Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov, 3 Dec
2019: 14 Jan, 28 Jan, 11 Feb, 25 Feb, 11 Mar, 25 Mar, 8 Apr, 22 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 17 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 2 Dec
2019: 14 Jan, 28 Jan, 11 Feb, 25 Feb, 11 Mar, 25 Mar, 8 Apr, 22 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 17 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 29 Jul, 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 2 Dec
25% late availability discount on all bookings made for starting dates 7 May, 21 May and 4 June 2018. Join our award-winning, Fair Trade Tourism certified volunteer program and have the ultimate wildlife experience. Reference: "Save Painted Wolves"
Wildlife conservation vacation in South Africa
Assist with conservation & research in Greater Kruger Park
From £995 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 1 May, 15 May, 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 1 Jul, 15 Jul, 1 Aug, 15 Aug, 1 Sep, 15 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec
2019: 1 Jan, 15 Jan
2019: 1 Jan, 15 Jan
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in Greater Kruger National Park!
Animal project in South Africa
Hands on rehabilitation work in South Africa
From £1,395 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be arranged at any time throughout the year for up to 12 weeks
Rainforest conservation in the Amazon, Peru
Conservation in the Amazon
From £1,695 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at anytime throughout the year
Helpdesk
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Volunteering Thailand, wildlife rescue centre
Work with rescued tropical animals such as monkeys and bears
From £599 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Placements last from 1-12 weeks and can start on any date throughout the year
Jungle conservation & research, Peru
Jungle conservation and research project in the Amazon
From £1,495 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 30 Apr, 28 May, 25 Jun, 12 Jul, 23 Jul, 9 Aug, 20 Aug, 17 Sep, 15 Oct, 12 Nov, 10 Dec
2019: 7 Jan, 4 Feb, 4 Mar, 1 Apr, 29 Apr, 27 May, 24 Jun, 22 Jul, 19 Aug, 16 Sep, 14 Oct, 11 Nov, 9 Dec
2019: 7 Jan, 4 Feb, 4 Mar, 1 Apr, 29 Apr, 27 May, 24 Jun, 22 Jul, 19 Aug, 16 Sep, 14 Oct, 11 Nov, 9 Dec
Last minute volunteering opportunity in the Amazon! Join the team in Peru for a 2-12 week placement
Elephant conservation vacation, Thailand
Care for Asian elephants saved from a life of abuse
From £599 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Trips last for 1-6 weeks and start every week on a Sunday
There are currently still spaces available to join our team in Thailand for a 1-6 week placement to care for rescued elephants
Volunteering with bears in Cambodia
Care for rescued bears in tropical Cambodia
From £695 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departures every Sunday throughout the year
Spaces are still available to volunteer in Cambodia
Teach children in Patagonia, Chile
Teach English in the magnificent scenery of Patagonia
From £2,895 12 weeks ex flights
Tailor made:
Trips run anytime throughout the year
Borneo Wildlife Volunteer Project
Encounter orangutans and elephants in the Bornean jungle.
From £1,195 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 21 May, 21 Jun, 21 Jul, 21 Aug, 21 Sep, 21 Oct, 21 Nov, 21 Dec
£120 Off All Start Dates in May, June, July & August
Volunteering in Nepal, rebuilding program
Volunteering activity in the extreme affected Gorkha Region
From £852 8 days ex flights
Small group travel
Nepal rebuilding volunteering & Annapurna trek
Volunteer Activity in Gorkha and short Annapurna Trek
From £1,066 13 days ex flights
Small group travel
Family volunteering with monkeys in South Africa
Hands-on family volunteering with monkeys in South Africa
From £547 to £647 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 £860 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 Jun, 8 Jun, 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, 5 Oct, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 14 Dec, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2019: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May ...
2019: 4 Jan, 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May ...
Late availability available on travel in: May, June, July & August
Belize marine conservation internship
Hands-on conservation experience on idyllic Caribbean island
From US $2,325 to US $4,315 4 weeks ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made at a time to suit you
$500 off a trip to Belize - a saving of 38% off our regular price of $1330! Make 2018 a year to remember with marine conservation in Belize! Applies only to trips booked before 30 April 2018.
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
20% off 2018 volunteer bookings if you book by May 31st
Ts & Cs: Excluding courses and vet externships and bookings already made.
Community volunteering with children in Peru
Join a community project in the beautiful mountains of Peru
From £695 21 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures throughout the year on tailor made basis
There are currently still spaces available to join our team in Peru for a 3-12 week placement
Sailing & conservation vacation in Greece
A unique wildlife & sailing adventure
From £683 to £759 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2018: 5 May, 12 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct
Teaching projects in Livingstone, Zambia
Teaching projects near Victoria Falls
From £795 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Teaching assistants in New Zealand
Teach children in Auckland, New Zealand
From £1,495 4 weeks ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged to start at any time during the school term
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US $1,395
excluding flights
Walking in the Carpathian Mountains was stunning. Watching bear and wild boar at close quarters and visiting the bear sanctuary was definitely one of the highlights. Gaining an insight into the history of Romania by visiting castles, fortified churches and local towns was also fascinating. (more)Alison Mitchell
The most memorable were the painted monasteries and the village of Viscri and Transylvania generally. (more)Mauveen Jones
The most memorable part of my vacation was watching the brown bears from the bear hide. While we were there we saw around 10 different bears including a mother with her two cubs. (more)Stella Jales
From
US $1,330
excluding flights
The diving was fabulous. The instructors are brilliant, very patient and informative! (more)Lucy Keech
The most memorable part was diving with like minded staff and guests who love and appreciate the ocean and contributing to research and conservation...Excellent opportunity and experience. (more)Michelle Lamarca
Tom Owens Caye was a magic location for a chilled week diving in Belize. Polly, Patty and the team were generous hosts. The food was delicious with the lionfish and banana pancakes particular highlights! Diving was excellent. Still feeling good about the lobster survey! (more)Karen Whitham
From
US $1,330
excluding flights
There were many memorable moments - Finding the wild dogs after hours of scanning and watching them watching us :-) An elephant herd having their veggie dinner in the breath-taking sunset... Observing the pack of wild dogs hunting and sharing the prey like a family...
(more)Ilona Schultz
The feeling you get when you stay a month in the African bush is an amazing experience. (more)William Esbjug Gromstad
The money was well spend as the tour operator is trying to do an admirable work. (more)Egle Passante
From
£1,195
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
£995
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Working with people who are dedicated, informed and enthusiastic about conservation in a practical and realistic way. And of course, seeing the wildlife as they are meant to be.
Tips?
Be prepared for it to change your views on life.
Local benefits?
Many local people were employed in the reserve and the studies that were being carried out influenced how the reserve was managed and that benefited the locals. As the research carried out was the same as the normal... (more)Louise Sexton
From
£599
excluding flights
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.
(more)Cathy Bisset
I had so many fantastic experiences, and the centre itself was in an idyllic area, on the grounds of a Buddhist temple. One highlight was spotting wild elephants in a nearby national park, after dark. (more)Olly Carney
From
£925
excluding flights
I was walking passed one of the mother and cub enclosers on my way to catch my lift home when I looked in and the mother was just laying on her back and the three cubs were all Having some milk from her. She hadn’t got a care in the world. (more)Angela Nunn
Eating my lunch watching the bears being bears was the most memorable! A wonderful experience which combined living in a city with the rural component as the sanctuary was 45 minutes from the town. (more)Mary Motteram
This experience was 11 out of 10...the trip of a lifetime. (more)Ferida Reid
From
£695
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
€550
excluding flights
Trekking in the mountains with amazing view, excitement of being near the wildlife and the guide who did everything that we had a great time. (more)Emilia Majcher
Walking in the mountains, and seeing tracks of bears and other animals was amazing. Also, staying in the interesting locations of Kastoria and Nestorio. (more)Ian Summers
It did not have one single highlight -the entire trip was enjoyable. (more)Christine Singer
From
US $1,330
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Monitoring and tracking the wild dogs was a most memorable experience. We'd get up early in the morning and sit in the back of an open jeep and roar off to the last sighting. It was winter. It was cold. It didn't matter as it was a big adventure and the not knowing would we find them or not? Waiting and watching for the next time. Really great fun.
Tips?
For the winter, take lots of warm clothing layers as you can peel off as the weather warms up. Follow the list... (more)Keith Costelloe
From
£1,695
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Cutting a path through dense jungle to fin capybara
Tips?
Speak to the guys who have done it already for advice!
A camera, comfy inner soles, good Headtorch, organic mosquito repellent, waterproof bags were the items I was glad I had the most!
Local benefits?
yes, all of the above!
Overall rating?
it was such an incredible experience, expect it to be really hard work but you get out what you put in. (more)William Haward
From
£1,495
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
£599
excluding flights
Being with the elephants and their handlers. Having the big bull elephants walk past you, just inches from your face, leaving you to feel completely small and vulnerable as these pre-historic like mammals move by with grace, softness, power and majesty! (more)Georgina Hickman
What a wonderful educational experience and to feel you are putting something back into the preservation of these magnificent creatures. (more)Sharryn Salkilld
A great experience. I haven't travelled alone before but I soon made friends and the staff were great. (more)Paul Gramlick
From
£1,395
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Tips?
Local benefits?
Overall rating?
Poor. Not much meaningful work. It was not well organized in keeping volunteers busy. There were lots of occasions when we ran out of jobs and were told to wander around and look for things to do. Myself and my grandchildren were extremely disappointed. We had a family meeting and left early. Still a bad taste in our mouth. After staying there I felt that the fee charged was excessive.
John Brown. (more)John Brown
From
£1,059
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
£1,394
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
My last cage dive. We had one large female shark who did a slow pass right next
to the cage. You could see her blue eye moving and focusing as she had a good
look at what was going on inside our cage.
Tips?
I would recommend adding a few extra days on either side of the project so that
you can explore Cape Town and do any additional activities that you haven't yet
had the chance to fit in. The longer you are there, the longer your "to do" list
will get.
Local... (more)Annabel Marriott
From
£1,570
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Swimming with the megafauna (whale sharks and manta)
Tips?
Practice snorkelling beforehand if you're not used to it, but if you are, then you'll be fine.
If seasick in the slightest, bring the necessary medicine; you don't want to waste boat time being ill.
If sensitive to the sun, be prepared to put on lots of sunscreen frequently, and take seriously covering up against the sun.
Local benefits?
I think the program does support the local island economy.... (more)Nuraini Arsad
From
£895
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
£935
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
US $669
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
£1,095
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I loved the balance of activities: snorkeling alongside whale sharks, whale watching, data logging, community projects, working alongside serious scientists
and having a proper vacation all at the same time
Tips?
Do it. Get stuck in to all the different aspects of the vacation, and spend as long as you can!
Local benefits?
Yes, definitely. The project managers take this really seriously and are really actively involved in various community projects, both instigated... (more)Anna Bosatta
From
£1,066
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Impossible to choose one single part! Staying in Ratmate village and participating in house building was certainly memorable - whilst this was such a happy and welcoming community, it was both shocking and humbling to see first-hand the scale of earthquake damage in the region and the difficulties they face in re-establishing a good standard of accommodation there. All of the trekking was really enjoyable with perhaps the highlight being the very early morning trek to Poon... (more)Eimear Hannigan
From
£1,510
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
My own personal development both in terms of marine inverts and coral types but also the confidence and competency I gained with my diving skills despite having dived for 25 years.
Tips?
Clarify your motives and be prepared for thrilling, intense days where you get involved in everyday life both at the centre, in the sea and on land.
Local benefits?
Working with the community and in schools was the part I was least excited about being such a marine lover.... (more)Jenny Harding
From
£860
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
My most memorable activity was actually my first where I returned a greeting to a baboon as indicated by the guides, I later had to endure a grooming from one of the baboons. The most exciting part was heading to the Big Daddy sand dune in Sossusvlei. Kind of what I always imagined an adventure to be.
Tips?
Two weeks is not enough, to get the most out of your time at this project you'll need to be there at least a month and then there's the other sites to consider.... (more)Stephen King
