Kaya Responsible Travel Gap Year Adventures

Kaya is a responsible travel programme provider focused on promoting sustainable social, environmental and economic development, empowering communities and cultivating educated, compassionate global citizens. Based in 30+ countries across Asia, Africa and Latin America, we offer ethical, well-supported volunteer, internship and study and service placements on community-led, grassroots projects throughout the year. Kaya welcomes gap year travelers, students and individuals of all ages, and we expertly match each unique participant to projects that suit their skills, interests and needs! Join us on a gap year abroad to experience travel and cultural exchange that has a real, positive impact. We look forward to getting to know you!

Why are Kaya Responsible Travel so good to travel with?

Kaya’s trips abroad combine immersion, adventure and support. We’re here for you so you can travel off the beaten path, contribute to your chosen project and explore a region in Africa, Asia or Latin America - knowing that you’re backed by expert, 24/hour support! We’re there for you before you depart and after you return.

Gap Year Benefits include

Typically, our program fees include accommodations, meals 2x/day, airport pick-up and drop-off, training, a pre-departure information pack, onsite orientation and project induction, transfer to the project site after orientation, 24/7 support on the ground, and more. Every one of our projects is listed on our website, and each listing includes detailed costs and inclusions. We're here to support you the whole way, from start to finish (and beyond!), so let us know if you have any questions about any of our offerings.