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When I was a volunteer with elephants in South Africa

My trip continued on from Port Elizabeth along the stunning Garden Route in the direction of our elephant research and conservation project. The drive was incredible, over gorges, past towering mountains and overlooking sprawling white sand beaches. It was an … Continue reading

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Gap year sports coaching: teach your favourite sports in SA townships

I arrived into Port Elizabeth to an extremely buzzing city: the annual Port Elizabeth Iron Man competition was well underway, with the first man just crossing the finish line as I arrived (after a gruelling 8 1/2 hour long race!). … Continue reading

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Planet Earth Live: volunteer to save the very animals seen on TV!

Here at Oyster we have been keenly keeping up to date on the progress of Gremlin the baby monkey, Moja the vulnerable lion cub, Maya the cutest little elephant and Juliet the proud black bear mum as the drama unfolds … Continue reading

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An unforgettable time as a volunteer with lions in South Africa

Before I arrived at LIONSROCK, in my mind I had a really clear image of what I expected: beautiful rolling hills, lions prowling gracefully around a roaring their content, and a friendly welcome from an inspiring team- and somehow, my … Continue reading

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Taking a career break volunteering with bears in Romania: we have a winner!

Oyster Worldwide is delighted to be working with Jeff Jung of Career Break Secrets, who was the lucky winner of our competition to spend some time of a career break volunteering with bears in Romania. There were many entrants to … Continue reading

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Volunteer with monkeys in South Africa: a time never to forget!

I have just returned from South Africa, where I spent an incredible few days volunteering with the delightful monkeys and baboons at our monkey rehabilitation centre deep in the South African bush. Armed with fantastic memories of a warm welcome, … Continue reading

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End of season for our Oysters in Whistler

              It’s the end of the winter season in Whistler, and what a fantastic season to have experienced! With over 12 metres of snow over the last 5 months Whistler has once again had … Continue reading

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Turtle conservation Costa Rica: an offer you cannot refuse!

The turtle nesting season is fast approaching us, and here at Oyster we are keen to gear up the volunteers for this busy time. The nesting season lasts from July until December, with many many turtles coming up over these … Continue reading

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Gap year in Tanzania: James Hammond is living the dream!

Teaching volunteer James Hammond, who has been living in Tanzania since January on a volunteer teaching placement with Oyster, has been writing a fantastic blog about his incredible experiences out in Tanzania. He has certainly been making the most of … Continue reading

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Volunteer with bears in Romania: Oyster volunteer review

A great insight into life as a volunteer with bears in Romania from Ash, who spent three weeks at the sanctuary with Oyster last year. Thanks Ash! “Upon arrival in Romania I was met by Razvan, Oyster’s fantastic Romanian rep, … Continue reading

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