Life In The Field

Teaching English and Childcare in South Africa

Teach under-privileged children and care for children in townships in South Africa

Dolphin Research in Kenya

Volunteer from two weeks and upwards to assist vital conservation efforts on this long running research project on the East African Coast

Volunteer with Lemurs in Madagascar

Vital conservation work for the protection of these endangered endemic primates

Volunteer to Teach Sport to Children in Zambia

Work alongside a team of local volunteers dedicated to improving the lives of hundreds of under privileged rural children through sports projects

South African National Parks Volunteer Programme

Play a part in the long term conservation of South African national parks for 6 months or one year

Volunteer Work with Desert Elephants in Namibia

Track desert elephants and work on a community building programme

Marine Conservation Expedition in the Seychelles

SCUBA dive and join marine research projects in one of the world’s most pristine environments

Wildlife Research, Marine Mammal Studies and Community Development Expedition in Kenya

Assist with research on dolphins and terrestrial wildlife, and teach in rural schools

Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International volunteer program

Join community projects in Rwanda with this pioneering charity

Volunteer in Ghana

Live and teach in a rural community in coastal Ghana

Teach and Travel in Southern Africa for 12 Weeks

Work with children in South Africa and Swaziland, travel in Mozambique and visit Kruger National Park

Cross River Gorilla Surveys in the Highland Rainforests of South West Cameroon

Volunteer in Africa on this great apes conservation and community development project to protect endangered gorillas and chimpanzees

Volunteer on Community Conservation Support in Madagascar - Improved Stoves

Help to protect unique environments as well as helping to improve the health of village families

Volunteer on Community Construction Projects in Madagascar

Help to build much needed schools in rural areas of Madagascar

Wildlife conservation experience in South Africa

A unique 14 day conservation experience combining wildlife research projects with basic safari field guide techniques

Volunteer Teaching in Kenya

A Short term volunteering opportunity in Kenya on critical community development projects

Teaching English and Childcare in Swaziland

Assist on child care projects at orphanages or under-resourced schools

Volunteer and Adventure Travel in Swaziland, South Africa & Mozambique

Work with children in Swaziland, visit Mozambique and explore Kruger National Park

Conservation Work in Madagascar

Volunteer work alongside rural African communities and Malagasy biologists

Southern African Explorer

Explore and experience the best of Southern Africa. Work on a wildlife research expedition in South Africa, assist on a desert elephant project in Namibia and teach children in Cape Town

Volunteer with Colobus monkeys in Kenya

Undertake research in a global biodiversity hotspot to support community-based conservation of Kenya's coastal forests and colobus monkeys

Volunteer with the Jane Goodall Institute in Uganda

Volunteer with this renowned primate conservation charity

Volunteer with Rhinos in Uganda

Be involved in the reintroduction of rhinos to Uganda, and experience the gems that East Africa and its wildlife have to offer

Train as a professional safari field guide in South Africa

Spend six months or a year training in the African bush with an optional six months working on a game reserve

28-Day Kruger National Park Field Guide Course

Learn about Africa and its wildlife while having a great outdoors adventure

Gain a BTEC in Biological Survey Techniques in Kenya

Gain a BTEC qualification and assist dolphin research programs, terrestrial wildlife projects and teaching projects.

Wildlife Research Expedition in South Africa

Participate in predator research and animal tracking on a game reserve

Kenya Marine Mammal, Primate and Coastal Habitat Conservation Traineeship

Research cetacean populations and sea turtle distribution, study coastal forest biodiversity and colobus monkeys, gain a qualification in tropical habitat survey techniques, develop skills and knowledge to support a career in both terrestrial and marine conservation

Volunteer Work with Vervet Monkeys in South Africa

Conserve, research and rehabilitate one of Africa's primates

Teach English to Communities in Krabi, Thailand

Teach English, Get TEFL trained and volunteer in the Thai community

Volunteer at a Primate Rehabilitation Centre in Thailand

Work with primates, learn the Thai language and explore the jewel of South East Asia

Volunteer Work with Tribal Communities in India

Teach tribal children, explore Rajasthan and study Indian culture

Volunteer with Orang-utans In Sumatra

Carry out primate fieldwork in the Indonesian rainforest

Volunteer with street children and tribal communities in India

Assist on educational programs for underprivileged children in rural communities of Rajasthan

Volunteer to Teach Children in Thailand

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

Volunteer and Adventure in Nepal

Work on community projects and trek to Everest Base Camp

Asian Explorer

Experience the diverse cultures of Thailand, India and Nepal, whilst teaching English in their local communities

Volunteer with Indigenous Communities on Conservation Projects in Borneo

Community-focused ecotourism and conservation initiative

Volunteer with Elephants and Communities in Sri Lanka

Monitor elephant populations and explore one of Asia's finest islands

Volunteer to Teach English in Sri Lanka

Teaching English and living in a local community in rural Sri Lanka

Thailand Community Development Expedition

Volunteer, Adventure Side Trips, Cultural excursions and a 100 hour TEFL all in 10 weeks

Thailand English Teacher Trainee Scheme

Get a professional TEFL qualification, practice your teaching skills and get work as an English teacher in Thailand, Laos or Cambodia

Volunteer in Nepal

Teach in schools and orphanages in Nepal, and trek in the Himalayas

Whale & Dolphin Research in the Ligurian Sea, Italy

A sailing boat-based cetacean research and conservation programme in the Cetacean Sanctuary, Western Mediterranean

Dolphin Conservation in Greece

Help marine biologists to study and protect bottlenose dolphins and short-beaked common dolphins in the Mediterranean Ionian Sea, Greece.

Turtle Conservation on the Greek Island of Zakynthos

Island-based turtle conservation and tourist awareness work

Volunteer Work in Latvia

Work with children and explore the beautiful countryside around the orphanage

Volunteer on Mediterranean Monk Seal conservation and marine science projects in Turkey

Work alongside a team of scientists in both scientific and social projects in Turkey

Volunteer with Bearded Vultures in Andalusia, Spain

Reintegrate the bearded vulture and encourage environmental education

Weekend TEFL Course in the UK

Intensive teacher training to prepare you for your volunteer or teaching experience overseas

Survival Courses in the UK

Learn the essentials for wilderness survival from the experts!

Volunteer at an animal sanctuary in Florida USA

Help provide lifetime care to rescued big cats, monkeys, bears and wolves in the USA

Outdoor Survival Training In Utah, USA

Leave the modern world behind and experience true survival training

Learn Spanish in Peru

Experience South American culture and learn Spanish in Arequipa

Volunteer on a Conservation Project in the Galapagos Islands

Join this hands-on conservation project in one of the world’s most bio-diverse areas

South America Spanish Language and Community Development Trainee Scheme

Learn Spanish while assisting community projects on this six month Trainee scheme. Paid or unpaid work positions available for qualifying candidates.

Volunteer with Humpback Whales in Brazil

Join a research team observing whale migration and behaviour

Volunteer in Bolivia

Live in the Bolivian Andes, volunteer in schools gain amazing cultural immersion

Volunteer in Peru

Volunteer work teaching indigenous children and learning Spanish in Arequipa, Peru

Volunteer with Pink River Dolphins in Brazil

Live and work in the Amazon researching the pink river dolphin

Volunteer work with children in Ecuador

Teach indigenous communities high in the Andes of Ecuador

Learn Spanish in Ecuador

Experience South American culture and learn a new language in Otavalo, Ecuador

Patagonian Mountain Skills Course

Learn mountaineering skills on a 21-day course in remotest Patagonia

Kayaking Course in Patagonia

Learn kayaking and leadership skills on a three-week training course in the Patagonian wilderness

Patagonia Research and Exploration

Adventure, conservation projects and trekking in one of the most remote corners of the earth.

Rainforest Expedition in the Ecuadorian Amazon

Research rare species, help the conservation of the rainforest and aid community development on this remote and pioneering Amazon expedition in Ecuador

Teach and Travel in South America for 12 Weeks

Learn Spanish, teach indigenous children and explore Peru and Ecuador

42-Day Mountaineering Course in Patagonia

Master the art of mountaineering in Chilean Patagonia

Patagonia Snow School and Volcano Summit Attempt

Gain new skills, push yourself to conquer this challenge and experience Patagonia

Biological Survey Techniques BTEC Course in Ecuador

Achieve a recognised qualification while working with remote local communities in the Amazon basin.

South American Explorer

Experience conservation research in the Ecuadorian Amazon, teach indigenous children in the Andes and Peru.

EF International Language Course and volunteering in Ecuador

4 week GVI community education project in Ecuador and 2 week EF language program

Teaching English in Ecuador

Volunteer to work with indigenous children in communities outside Otavalo on important education projects

Volunteer with Turtles and Community Development in Vanuatu

Help a rural community-based sea turtle nest survey and protection programme on Moso Island, Vanuatu

Volunteer on a Koala Research Project in Queensland, Australia

Monitor koalas in the Australian bush, enjoying a range of adventure side trips and life in the remote Bush

Mexican Marine Conservation and Scuba Diving Traineeship

Study marine conservation, develop leadership skills, train to be a PADI divemaster and enter the scuba diving and / or marine conservation industry

Mexican Marine Expedition in the Caribbean Sea

Learn how to dive and contribute towards crucial coral reef research in the Caribbean

Marine Conservation Expedition in Mexico

Put your SCUBA skills to use on coral reef and fish monitoring programmes

Volunteer Work with Children in Costa Rica

Assist local communities on important education projects

Volunteer Teaching with Indigenous Children in Mexico

Educational reinforcement for children and adults in indigenous rural Mexico

Volunteer Work in Belize

Care for orphaned manatees, monitor jaguar populations and help maintain ancient Mayan sites

Roving Marine Expedition in Mexico and Central America

Travel and dive in four Caribbean countries with GVI marine staff; performing research dives, visiting ruins and soaking up the Central American culture

Teach and Travel in Central and South America for Six Months

Teach children, learn Spanish and explore the best of Guatemala, Honduras, Ecuador and Peru

Volunteer Work with Leatherback Turtles in Panama

Live on a remote island beach and monitor the endangered Leatherback turtle populations

Central America Spanish Language and Community Development Trainee Scheme

Learn Spanish while assisting community projects on this six month Trainee scheme. Paid or unpaid work positions available for qualifying candidates.

Teaching English in Guatemala

Volunteer with Indigenous children in communities outside Antigua on important education projects

Short-term English teaching workshops in Guatemala

Supplement the current teaching English program in Guatemala with English workshops and small group practise sessions

Short-Term Volunteer Community Construction Projects in Nicaragua

Work on community based projects aimed to improve standards of living in Nicaragua

Mayan Explorer

Explore and experience Mayan culture in Mexico and Guatemala. Learn to dive and assist on a marine research expedition on the Yucutan Peninsula and teach indigenous children near Antigua, Guatemala.

Short-Term Volunteer Community Construction Projects in Guatemala

For those people without much time who want to volunteer, why not build a stove for some of Guatemala’s neediest families?

Teaching and Community Work in Honduras

Assist local community education programmes within indigenous communities

Wildlife Expedition in Costa Rica

Experience marine and rainforest expedition life in this biodiversity hotspot

Volunteer Work in Guatemala

Learn Spanish, live and work with an indigenous community and explore Central America

Teach and Travel in Central America for 12 weeks.

Assist volunteer teaching projects and learn Spanish as you explore Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua.

Short-Term Volunteer Community Construction Projects in Honduras

For those without much time, why not build a stove for some of Honduras’ neediest families?

Volunteer Work Teaching Children and Adults in Rural Nicaragua

Volunteer and live amongst an indigenous community and explore this unspoilt Central American gem