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Volunteer abroad on our ethical, sustainable and supported volunteer placements at animal sanctuaries, conservation projects and community initiatives around the world. We scour the globe for the best volunteering projects and then get to know these projects deeply through close relationships and visits. Volunteers always fulfil local needs and deliver genuine benefit.
With a range of carefully structured and managed volunteer projects across the globe, we will help you share your passion, skills and interests and give you an amazing and supported volunteering experience. Volunteer projects abroad run from 1 week to 1 year and we offer volunteering for individuals, groups and families, of all nationalities.
Below you will find our volunteer projects which you can filter, including by project type (animals, conservation, community, education) and destination.
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Caribbean Reef Conservation
Belize- Join an award-winning project on the world's second largest coral reef
- Learn to dive or develop your skills whilst carrying out conservation work
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £1195 / €1330 / $1495
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Marine Conservation
South Africa- Obtain or advance your dive qualifications and enjoy some incredible diving in the Indian Ocean
- Learn about marine ecology in South Africa's first UNESCO World Heritage site
Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £1495 / €1735 / $1870
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Dog Rescue
Thailand- Support a Dog and Cat sanctuary on the tropical island of Phuket
- Help walk, socialise and play with the dogs
Duration: 1– 8 weeks
Cost from: £495 / €575 / $620
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Elephant Care and Research
South Africa- Join an active research team collecting data to guide best practice management of elephant husbandry
- Work closely with African elephants providing care and enrichment
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £895 / €1040 / $1120
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Turtle Conservation
Greece- Help monitor and protect endangered sea turtles on the beautiful island of Kefalonia
- Gain hands on experience with a range of research and conservation practices
Duration: 2 - 4 weeks
Cost from: £679 / €790 / $850
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Desert Elephant Conservation
Namibia- Join an elephant tracking team to research the wild elephant population
- Build protection walls for farmers' water sources and drinking water points for the desert elephants
Duration: 2 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £1195 / €1385 / $1495
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Wildlife Rescue
Thailand- Work with rescued bears, monkeys, otters, gibbons and other exotic animals
- Help to protect endangered animals, living onsite at a tropical wildlife sanctuary
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £695 / €805 / $870
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Community Volunteering
Ghana- Join a passionate team and help build a brighter future for rural Ghanaian communities
- Get involved in a diverse range of community initiatives from handwashing projects to baby weighing!
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £995 / €1155 / $1245
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Elephant and Wildlife Conservation
Sri Lanka- Join the team to support vital work helping to protect wild elephants
- Research sloth bears, leopards and other wildlife to support their conservation
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £895 / €1040 / $1120
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Elephant Care
Thailand- Help look after amazing rescued elephants and ensure that they receive the best care
- Live on site at a tropical wildlife sanctuary home to around 900 animals
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £695 / €805 / $870
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Desert Elephant Conservation - Family Trip
Namibia- Work with your family to help protect and research desert elephants in Namibia
- Join a family volunteering team to support elephant conservation and community work
Duration: 11 days
Cost from: £995 / €1155 / $1245
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Amazon Conservation
Peru- Work alongside scientific researchers to document the ecosystem and help conserve the rainforest
- Study local wildlife including rare Blue-headed macaw, jaguars and monkeys
Duration: 2 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £1595 / €1850 / $1995
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Turtle and Wildlife Conservation
Costa Rica- Join an active scientific project monitoring and protecting sea turtles and other wildlife
- Live in a research and education station on the stunning South Pacific coast
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £725 / €840 / $905
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Marine Conservation
Thailand- Learn about coral reefs, marine species and how we can monitor, protect and preserve
- Open to all dive levels and experience, conservation certificates included
Duration: 1 – 4 weeks + dive courses
Cost from: £945 / €1095 / $1180
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Big 5 Conservation
South Africa- Experience incredible Big 5 sightings and help local communities
- Live on a stunning wildlife reserve, near to the beautiful beaches of the Garden Route
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £975 / €1130 / $1220
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Wildlife Rescue - Family Volunteering
Costa Rica- Work with your family to care for rescued animals living at the sanctuary
- Assist the team in providing a safe haven for monkeys, sloths and birds
Duration: 1 week
Cost from: £1995 / €2315 / $2495
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Family Education Trip - Turtle and Marine Conservation
Greece- Learn about and protect endangered sea turtles and coastal ecosystems
- Enjoy the beautiful island of Kefalonia with your family
Duration: 1 week (6 days)
Cost from: £475 / €550 / $595
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Wildlife Rescue
Costa Rica- Assist at a wildlife sanctuary which provides a safe haven for rescued animals
- Help to care for animals such as monkeys, sloths, birds and anteaters
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £745 / €865 / $930
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Elephant Conservation
Cambodia- Assist at a sanctuary which provides a home for rescued Asian elephants
- Observe elephants in their natural surroundings and help support the daily running of the sanctuary
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £695 / €805 / $870
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Endangered Wildlife Conservation
South Africa- Award winning conservation of priority species including black rhino, African wild dog, leopard, elephant and lion
- Join a small team living on a stunning game reserve
Duration: 2 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £1395 / €1620 / $1745
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Marine and Coastal Conservation
Greece- Help protect the sand dunes and seagrass meadows on the beautiful island of Kefalonia
- Gain hands on experience and skills in research and conservation
Duration: 2 - 6 weeks
Cost from: £789 / €915 / $985
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Horse Rehabilitation
South Africa- Help to care for and rehabilitate around 30 horses - no previous riding experience required!
- Enjoy riding along the Indian Ocean whilst watching whales and dolphins
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £895 / €1040 / $1120
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U18 Trip - Turtle and Marine Conservation
Greece- Learn about and protect endangered sea turtles and coastal ecosystems
- Enjoy the beautiful island of Kefalonia with a group of 16-17 year olds and Team Leaders
Duration: 1 week
Cost from: £1395 / €1620 / $1745
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Social Media, Video and Photography Volunteering
Ghana- Use your social media, photography or film skills to support charity engagement
- Work with a passionate charity to help improve local lives
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £995 / €1155 / $1245
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