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Explore the vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultures of Colombia and Peru in 15 days.

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Live on the wild side and get stuck in to the life of an assistant game ranger on a stunning game reserve, home to Africa’s Big 5. Enjoy the thrills of taking a safari, all whilst helping to promote the survival of African flora and fauna. Experience the lions roaring, elephants trumpeting and antelope running as you work out and about on the reserve each day.

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See the very best of Southeast Asia on this affordable backpacking tour. As well as the must-see highlights, spend time exploring the less-known parts of these amazing countries. Jam-packed with activities, there is something for every type of traveler.

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Want to tour Japan without breaking the bank? Join our 13 day adventure which starts in Tokyo and heads west towards Hiroshima. This backpacking Japan tour has been carefully created to ensure that your experience is authentic and unique. You’ll stop at all the hot spots along the way and get to experience all that makes this country so iconic.

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Looking to see the best that India offers? Take part in a backpacking tour that will take you to the iconic highlights, as well as taking you to areas that are less explored. Choose to join either the 18-day tour of the north and west or opt for the shorter 13-day north India tour.

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China – one of the largest countries in the world – is not only huge, but also diverse. Join our 25-day tour and travel an epic 3,392 miles, taking in the very best that China has to offer. Short on time? Opt for our shorter 16-day backpacking tour instead. This affordable and jam-packed tour of China will take you through spectacular countryside and into the busiest cities in the world.

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Sunny Sydney is the perfect place to live and work for up to a year, with options to extend for two or three years on an amazing working gap year in Sydney. Start with a fantastic 7-day orientation programme, including visits to local attractions, and receive full support in setting up your admin. Find paid work quickly through our exclusive online job database. Prefer another city?

Options to start in Melbourne and Perth are also available – please ask

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Step into a pre-arranged paid groom role at one of Australia’s leading stud farms. This programme is a rare opportunity for confident, experienced horse lovers to live and work on a prestigious yard — all organised before you leave home. Positions are full-time, paid, and include hands-on work with horses at top-class facilities.

You’ll start with 8 nights in Sydney for orientation, giving you time to recover from jet lag, get your admin sorted (including bank accounts, SIM cards and tax numbers), and make friends with other solo travellers. There’s also the option to take on casual city work before or after your stud placement — and you’ll benefit from 12 months of job-finding support across Australia.

 

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Experience life as a jackeroo or jillaroo by completing an introductory farm work in Australia course in the vast and beautiful outback. Learn to ride dirt bikes and horses, muster and work with cattle, pick up fencing skills and operate tractors. Oh, and did we mention you are guaranteed a paid job at the end of the programme?

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Discover the North Island’s finest offerings on an unforgettable stain Auckland and a 3-day Bay of Islands Adventure. Witness dolphins and marine wonders, explore the iconic Hole in the Rock on Motukokako Island, and unwind at the serene Otehei Bay and Paihia Beaches. Our Auckland team stands ready to assist, from facilitating essential tasks like setting up bank accounts, tax file numbers, and SIM cards to providing insightful presentations on job hunting. With 12 months of ongoing support for paid work and abundant guidance for your travel endeavours, your journey promises not only employment opportunities but also countless moments of joy and exploration.

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Backpack Australia’s iconic East Coast on this fully guided 5‑week group tour from Sydney to Cairns—where stunning beaches, rainforest escapes, island sailing, and city highlights come together seamlessly. With 33 nights of mix‑style accommodation—including beachfront hostels, Fraser Island camping and Whitsunday sailing—you’ll explore spots like Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Noosa, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, and the Great Barrier Reef.

This journey blends must‑see experiences such as a surf lesson at Byron Bay, 2‑night sailing in the Whitsundays, snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, and K’gari (Fraser Island) camping, with easy‑paced travel and plenty of free time to explore at your leisure. It’s ideal for young adults (18–35), solo travellers and gap‑year adventurers looking for social, unforgettable memories—all with logistics, transport and group leader support taken care of.

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Highlights:

  • Explore the historic and cultural landmarks of Mexico City
  • Relax on the pristine beaches of Puerto Escondido
  • Discover the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal in Guatemala
  • Engage with local communities and traditions
  • Traverse the scenic landscapes of Costa Rica, from volcanoes to rainforests
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Discover the pulse of South America on our 13-day Brazil & Argentina tour — where tango meets samba, glaciers meet jungles, and every day is unforgettable.

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This exciting 15-day journey through Thailand and Cambodia is designed especially for families who want to explore Southeast Asia’s vibrant culture, breathtaking landscapes, and warm-hearted communities. From the bustling streets of Bangkok to the ancient ruins of Angkor Wat, every day is packed with unforgettable experiences.

This is a family-friendly group trip suitable for children aged 6+, and includes cultural discovery, animal conservation, delicious local cuisine, and plenty of downtime to relax and bond as a family.

Taking an adventure travel trip is perfect for people looking for something different. Whether you are on a gap year, taking a career break or simply looking for a holiday with a difference, adventure travel can fit easily into your plans. Adventure travel is about challenging yourself, having fun and embracing the world of opportunities…. so what are you waiting for?

Adventure travel can be active, but it can be relaxed too. For those of you looking to put your body to the test, learn to surf in Australia, train as a ski guide in Whistler or simply enjoy some of the more daring opportunities on our tours of South East Asia. If you are looking for cultural adventure, you can get involved in one of our varied adventure tours around China, Japan, Thailand or Central America. All tours include exploring, relaxing, culture and community, allowing you to live a real local experience.

We are really excited that intrepid families are increasingly looking for family adventure holidays. Volunteer vacations are perfect for kids of any age and are a great way for families to test themselves and support each other, all the while creating life long memories. Whether you choose to protect turtles in rural Costa Rica or care for monkeys in the bush of South Africa, the adventure begins with the research!

There are lots of tour operators that offer adventure travel holidays. With Oyster you can be sure that you will get the same care and attention on a tour holiday as you would on any of our gap year, responsible travel and career break projects.

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