Since 2006, Oyster Worldwide has been a trusted UK-based provider of ethical and responsible travel experiences. We offer a wide range of opportunities including volunteering, paid work, internships, qualifications, adventure tours, and tailor-made family travel. Whether you're helping sea turtles in Costa Rica, gaining your PADI diving qualification on a marine conservation project, or working a ski season in Canada, we connect travellers with hands-on, meaningful experiences.

Our projects span fields like animal welfare, veterinary placements, environmental conservation, teaching, and childcare. For those looking to build their CV or kick-start a career, we offer academic credit options, internships, and specialist qualifications—such as a Game Ranger course in South Africa, Conservation Career Kick-Starter Course, and medical and teaching placements abroad.

We support a diverse range of travellers: gap year students, career breakers, solo travellers, families, and even those on an adult gap year or planning for retirement. Many of our programs are suitable for those under 18, and some also meet requirements for the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Families can take part in carefully selected volunteer holidays, offering quality time together while making a real difference.

Those seeking paid opportunities abroad can choose from hospitality work in Canada, ski instructor training, or summer season jobs—ideal for earning money and gaining international experience. There is hospitality, equine and farm work in Australia and paid teaching in Asia. We also offer short-term tours, volunteer holidays, and summer trips for those with limited time but a desire to travel responsibly.

Our small, expert team offers a boutique-style service with personalised support. Each destination manager has firsthand experience and provides tailored advice to help you plan with confidence. With Oyster Worldwide, you're not just travelling—you’re creating stories that matter, and becoming part of global efforts to protect people, animals, and the planet.