Are you passionate about protecting endangered species and preserving fragile ecosystems? Volunteering for wildlife conservation projects during your gap year is an incredible way to make a meaningful difference to the world. These vital conservation efforts involve scientific research and hands-on work to prevent species extinction at local and global levels. Many conservation projects face funding shortages either due to global ignorance or apathy, so having the support of volunteers is essential.
By choosing to participate in wildlife conservation initiatives during your gap year, you not only contribute to saving wildlife but also gain a fulfilling and enriching experience. Unlike simply traveling and sightseeing, volunteering allows you to give back to the environment, work alongside people who share your values, and develop valuable skills that can benefit your future career. Whether you're restoring natural habitats, participating in species monitoring, or raising awareness, your efforts can help protect our planet's rapidly diminishing biodiversity.
Join a wildlife conservation project during your gap year and become part of a global movement to conserve endangered species and preserve our planet's natural beauty. Make your travel meaningful by volunteering today and help ensure a sustainable future for wildlife worldwide.
Africa Not only will you have the amazing opportunity to see some of Africas most incredible wildlife, snorkel with Whale Sharks and paddle to a tropical palm fringed islands but you will also have the opportunity to participate in an important community development projects. Experience the best of SA!
Africa Asia NorthAmerica SouthAmerica Plan My Gap Year is an award-winning volunteer travel organisation, working across 17 countries in Africa, Asia & South America. PMGY provide a safe, structured and social experience with opportunities available from 1-36 weeks.
Africa A truly unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the endangered Black Rhino and African Elephant. Set in an idyllic 10,000 acre privately owned wildlife conservancy, this project has a specific focus on black rhino conservation and breeding, elephant interaction and game park management.
Asia Design your dream gap year in Asia with our range of volunteer projects and travel experiences. Combine group tours designed for young adults with meaningful volunteer projects in marine, wildlife and environmental conservation, or community-based work.
Africa Volunteer at a widely-accredited wildlife ranch in South Africa! This ranch is home to over 90 species of endangered animals. Volunteers will get up-close with various animals. Visitors come to the ranch to learn about these animals and how important their conservation
Africa Volunteer on a wildlife conservation project in Zimbabwe and help secure the future of endangered species in the country. From vast, wild national parks to small private game parks, volunteers will experience some of Africa's best game viewing as they contribute to responsible conservation projects.
Africa Asia NorthAmerica SouthAmerica PMGY offer some of the most amazing Under 18 volunteer projects in gorgeous, exotic locations abroad from 1-week to 6-months.
Africa Asia NorthAmerica SouthAmerica PMGY offer some of the most amazing teaching volunteer projects in gorgeous, exotic locations abroad from 1-week to 6-months.
Specialising in ethical and sustainable volunteer abroad projects, Kaya Responsible Travel have a wide breadth of choice when it comes to projects in Africa. With dozens of projects in 11 countries, discover the incredible scenery and varied wildlife of Africa while making a positive impact!
Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security Initiatives. Take a gap year abroad and work on a project designed to contribute to ending local hunger, achieving food security and improving nutrition while promoting sustainable agriculture. Learn about Fair Trade, Organic Farming Practices - and more.
Africa Asia SouthAmerica Our TEFL internships allow you to combine valuable teaching experience with an amazing adventure in a beautiful new country.
Before you head off, you'll be fully TEFL trained and when you arrive, you'll get all the support you need from our in-country teams.
Immerse in the language and culture of another country, learn Spanish from experienced teachers and locals, dive into the deep, ancient history of the region, volunteer if you wish to, and enjoy the natural wonders that the landscape has to offer! We also have an online option available!
SouthAmerica Venture in to the unspoiled reaches of the Amazon rainforest to help local Amerindian communities conserve the Amazon, its wildlife and the Amerindian way life. Teach, research, rescue and protect wildlife, build up the Amerindian communities and more!
Africa Combine the adventure of a horse safari with hands-on wildlife conservation and game park management. Help with vital anti-poaching patrols, animal monitoring, wildlife reintroduction and game counts, all on horseback, and assist with hands-on black rhino and elephant conservation projects.
Africa Help preserve rare wildlife in one of Zimbabwe's most wild and rugged areas. This project is a great opportunity to have fantastic animal sitings in a stunning setting and get experience of African conservation. Get involved with rhino and wild dog tracking, wildlife monitoring, game park management
Africa Get involved in the daily care and rehabilitation of orphaned and abandoned animals and assist with animal release projects. We select our wildlife sanctuary programmes very carefully and only work with responsible projects who meet our strict hands-off criteria and do not breed captive lions.
Africa This laid-back country plays host to an unparalleled blend of clear blue waters, lush forests and abundant wildlife. Work at a world-renowned wildlife sanctuary or in the heart of a 2,000 hectare private game reserve; assist with sustainable fishing projects and help with conservation lessons.
Africa Join one of our incredible wildlife volunteer projects in Namibia, home to some of the world's grandest national parks and vast wilderness areas. It has the largest free-roaming population of black rhinos and cheetahs in the world and expanding populations of elephants and lions.
Africa Dambari Wildlife Trust carries out research and conservation work on three main groups - small African antelopes, carnivores - mainly cheetah - and rhino. In addition, you will help look after the antelope, help with conservation education projects and help with wild rhino operations.
Africa Combine literacy teaching in a rural African school with the excitement of living deep in the bush, getting involved in the running of a 150,000 acre privately owned wildlife conservancy. Experience daily life living in a Big 5 game reserve and make a real difference to children in the local school.
Asia Spend 3-4 weeks on an epic adventure tour of Thailand! Perfect for both first time and experienced travellers. Experience the culture, trekking, elephants, beaches the awesome full moon parties and so much more...
Travel off the beaten path and work on community-led initiatives in conservation, community development, education, healthcare, or the arts. Immerse yourself in new cultures and the Spanish language, hike mountains, explore ruins, tunnel through jungles - and make a difference!
Africa Asia NorthAmerica SouthAmerica PMGY offer some of the most amazing wildlife conservation volunteer projects in gorgeous, exotic locations abroad from 1-week to 6-months.
With a wide range of volunteer projects in Asia (and ten years in the business) get in touch with Kaya Responsible Travel today and start organising a life changing trip! Already got travel plans? Add in some volunteering time and make a positive impact while you explore!
Europe Our gap year programs in Europe can be tailored to your needs and dreams. Combine group tours with an Interrail pass or surf camp and book everything you need in one place - from flights to travel insurance and all of your activities. You choose where you want to go and what you want to do.
SouthAmerica Volunteer at a wildlife rescue centre in the jungle of Ecuador! The rescue shelter is home to various species of native Ecuadorian wild animals that have been abused, injured or neglected.
NorthAmerica Rehabilitate, rescue and care for indigenous wildlife throughout Canada and the USA. From Rockies in Canada to Florida swamps, Arizona deserts and the tropics of Hawaii! Our wildlife projects aim to rescue and rehabilitate animals such as bears, raccoons & bald eagles and ultimately release them.
Africa Gain experience providing care for wildlife species at a rehabilitation center in South Africa! Volunteers will provide care for various animals, including hand-rearing orphaned animals when necessary. This center aims to rehabilitate & release all animals, but there are some who cannot be released.
As more and more of the world's population become wealthy enough to travel to distant countries, the impact on the environment and upon local communities and wildlife become more noticeable and more reported. This has lead to a proliferation in the number of conservation based gap years and gap year projects focused on helping and giving back to the communities that are being visited. Many of the most fragile marine and terrestrial environments are located in some of the world's poorest areas. While many governments recognise the need to protect these valuable ecosystems, not least because of the tourist revenue that they generate, conservation often isn't at the top of their list of priorities. Gap year companies are increasingly working with local groups to offer gap year workers who can volunteer their time and skills.
The gap year conservation companies we work with offer a wide variety of exciting conservation projects all over the world, including animal conservation in Game Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries and the Amazon Rainforest. Construction of model farms in India, sustainable development and agriculture. Plus many more.
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