Gap Year Programs

Are you looking to take a Gap Year this Year or planning for the following year?. GVI run a number of gap year programs from 1 week to a whole year in Africa, South America, Asia, Europe and beyond. We have a whole range of opportunities that are perfect for a gap year including volunteer projects, internships, adventure courses, expeditions, language courses and a whole lot more.

So if you are looking for something unique to do on your Gap Year have a look below at our top ten programs or search the rest of the site to choose from over 150 gap year opportunities.

Our Top Ten Gap Year Programs

Conservation Adventure Expedition Australia

Conservation Adventure Expedition Australia

Join an action packed 4 week expedition combining the highlights of Queensland Australia's adventure activities with critical conservation projects.

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Seychelles Marine Conservation Expedition

Seychelles Conservation Expedition

Dive with marine wildlife and contribute towards crucial coral reef research in the Seychelles

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Wildlife Research Expedition in South Africa

Wildlife Research Expedition in South Africa

Enjoy first-class wildlife viewing whilst volunteering on a research project in aid of conservation of Africa’s large game

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Volunteer in an Orphanage in Cape Town, South Africa

Volunteer in an Orphanage in Cape Town, South Africa

Assist with childcare & educational activities in a township orphanage while exploring South Africa

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Ecuadorian Rainforest Expedition

Ecuadorian Rainforest Expedition

Research rare species, help the conservation of the rainforest and volunteer on community projects on this remote and pioneering Amazon expedition in South America

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Volunteer Teaching and Travel in South America

Volunteer Teaching and Travel in South America

Learn Spanish, volunteer with indigenous children and explore Peru and Ecuador

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Long-Term Volunteer Positions in Kenya

Long-Term Volunteer Positions in Kenya

Undertake a 9 or 12 month placement working with orphans and disadvantaged children in Mombasa

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Turtle Conservation in Greece

Turtle Conservation in Greece

Protect and conserve an important loggerhead turtle nesting area in the Mediterranean

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PADI Divemaster Internship and Marine Conservation Training in Mexico

PADI Divemaster Internship and Marine Conservation Training in Mexico

Combine professional PADI scuba diving qualifications with marine conservation training and work placements at dive centres around the world

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Volunteer with Children in Thailand

Volunteer with Children in Thailand

Work alongside Thai teachers assisting with English language lessons in local schools

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