As a food rescue volunteer in Barcelona, you’ll help tackle food waste and food insecurity by supporting local initiatives that collect surplus food from restaurants, supermarkets, and bakeries and distribute it to people in need. Volunteers play a key role in preparing and delivering meals, sorting donations, and creating an efficient and respectful system that serves thousands every week. This is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on hunger and sustainability in one of Europe’s most iconic cities.

Get off the beaten track to live on a beautiful Costa Rican beach, protecting the turtles that nest and hatch on the golden sands. Live like a local as you make a genuine contribution to marine conservation.

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.

Take the first steps to becoming a game ranger on this amazing 8 week course, working towards the highly regarded FGASA Apprentice Field Guide qualification. Live the life of a trainee game ranger on a lush game reserve, learning all about and participating in animal care, reserve management, game drives and more. If that’s not enough, your classroom is a Big 5 game reserve, with amazing animals at every turn.

Gain unparalleled access to wildlife experts on a Big 5 game reserve, home to some of the most magnificent mammals on this planet. Shadow a vet on their rounds of the on-site rehabilitation centre and get stuck in to the veterinarian’s role on the wider game reserve – from darting animals to doing game captures, from health checks to autopsies.

Become part of an elephant research team, monitoring these gentle giants in their daily lives together. The project is located in a beautiful park, where you will be working closely with rescued elephants as they recover from previous trauma and stress. In your free time, explore the stunning Garden Route and immerse yourself fully in this wonderful corner of Africa.

South Africa is home to the amazing Marine Big 5 – sharks, whales, dolphin, penguins and seals – and their existence is under threat. Spend your days out on the water observing marine life, all whilst contributing to innovative shark conservation and eco-tourism measures. Help out at a penguin rescue centre and with beach clean ups to improve the damaged marine world. And if that’s not enough, why not tick something off the bucket list and go cage diving with sharks too?

Volunteer with over 200 exotic Amazonian animals in a beautiful rainforest sanctuary. From monkeys to forest cats, from caimans to birds, from tortoises to rodents, this wildlife haven is home to amazing animals aplenty. Contribute to their rehabilitation and care during the week, and explore this stunning corner of Ecuador on your weekends.

A shocking 33% of food that is produced worldwide each year goes to waste. This food waste volunteering project aims to tackle food waste in its own small way by collecting unused food from supermarkets and restaurants – and redistributing it to some of the poorest people within Lisbon.

Not only does this volunteer opportunity involve caring for and working with horses, but what is more, you will be helping in the local community and giving disadvantaged people more opportunities – with the horses as your companions and modes of transport at most times!

This unique surf and conservation camp in Lisbon, Portugal, combines adventure with impact. Volunteers ride the waves on beautiful Atlantic beaches while supporting coastal clean ups, recycling efforts, and environmental awareness campaigns that protect marine life and promote sustainable habits.

As a volunteer, you’ll take part in daily surf lessons led by experienced instructors, and contribute to preserving Portugal’s shoreline through hands-on environmental action. Tasks include cleaning beaches and forests, collecting and sorting waste, and engaging the public in eco-conscious initiatives.

Whether you’re a beginner or experienced surfer, this is your chance to connect with the ocean, help reduce pollution, and live purposefully while immersed in Portugal’s beach culture.

This unique surf and volunteer project in Porto, Portugal, combines beach life with community impact. Volunteers enjoy world-class surf lessons while helping with inclusive surfing initiatives for children and individuals with disabilities, and supporting the protection of Portugal’s natural coastline through conservation efforts.

As a volunteer, you’ll help deliver community surf sessions that promote wellbeing and self-confidence, and take part in practical environmental work like beach cleanups and recycling initiatives. Whether you’re guiding a beginner into their first wave or helping remove plastic pollution from a protected shoreline, your actions support both people and planet.

Based near the scenic Douro River, this is a perfect opportunity to connect with the ocean, promote inclusion, and live meaningfully in one of Europe’s most welcoming coastal cities.

Step off the trodden tourist trail and into the heart of stunning Sri Lanka, where elephants are still clinging on to life in the wild. Work closely with the local community to help promote the survival of the endangered Asian elephant, all whilst enjoying seeing these creatures roam in their natural habitat – a rare wonder.

Explore one of the most beautiful and untouched destinations on earth – New Zealand! Help local conservationists with their efforts to preserve some of New Zealand’s most beautiful locations. Chose from two gateway cities on the North Island and one on the South Island.

Experience the rare desert elephants in the wild, helping these endangered animals and rural communities to co-exist in harmony. Enjoy all that desert life brings, from cooking over camp fires to sleeping under the stars, and throw yourself into the volunteer role, which includes tracking elephants, doing building projects and helping the local community.

Head into the heart of Borneo’s rainforest, helping to regenerate habitats and monitor local wildlife. From orangutans to pygmy elephants and from primates to crocodiles, you will be preserving these creatures and their habitat for generations to come. This is a once in a lifetime experience to live in a small remnant of paradise, immersing yourself in a way of life that has all but been forgotten.

Fancy taking a safari but with the chance to make a difference at the same time? This family Big 5 South Africa volunteer holiday is the perfect opportunity for you and your family to experience the Big 5 in their natural environment, whilst also working together as a team to preserve it. This is a working holiday of a lifetime, offering amazing wildlife, gently educational experiences and the chance to make a difference.
Dates: Set departures throughout the year see BOOK NOW calendar
Suitability: Appropriate for children aged 8+

Immerse yourself and your family in traditional Costa Rica, living in a remote village community alongside one of the most stunning stretches of beach that the country has to offer. Join a conservation team working to protect both nesting and hatching turtles off the Pacific Coast, working together to protect this endangered species.
Dates: Early July to mid-December
Suitability: Suggested minimum age of 5

We can accommodate up to 75 volunteers on this incredible group trip! Step off the beaten tourist path and immerse yourself in the breath taking beauty of Sri Lanka, where endangered Asian elephants still inhabit the wild. Collaborate closely with the local community to promote the survival and conservation of these magnificent creatures, all while enjoying the unique opportunity to witness them roaming in their natural habitat—a truly rare and unforgettable experience. Age 12+

Perfect for school groups of up to 15 participants, this unique experience offers a stay in a stunning beachfront villa on a secluded stretch of Costa Rica’s coastline. Venture off the beaten path to participate in sea turtle conservation efforts, protecting both adult and baby turtles. Patrol the beach at night to observe nesting mother turtles and assist in releasing hundreds of hatchlings into the ocean. Immerse yourself in the local culture and engage with the community, gaining an authentic insight into life in rural Costa Rica while making a positive environmental impact. Ideal for educational trips focused on conservation and eco-tourism. Age 16+

Groups of up to 20 welcome in Borneo’s rainforest as you embark on an unforgettable adventure to make a meaningful impact by helping to regenerate vital habitats and monitor diverse local wildlife. From orangutans and pygmy elephants to various primates and crocodiles, your efforts will play a crucial role in preserving these incredible creatures and their ecosystems for generations to come.

This unique opportunity offers you the chance to live in a small remnant of paradise, immersing yourself in a way of life that has nearly vanished. Experience the beauty and complexity of one of the world’s most biodiverse regions while contributing to essential conservation efforts. Age 15+

Experience an unforgettable adventure with one elephant per person in this unique research project, limited to a maximum of 12 participants. Become an integral part of a dedicated elephant research team, closely monitoring the daily lives of these gentle giants as they thrive in a stunning natural environment. Age 15+

Located within a picturesque park, this project focuses on the rehabilitation of rescued elephants, allowing you to witness their remarkable recovery from past trauma and stress. During your free time, take the opportunity to explore the breath taking Garden Route and fully immerse yourself in the beauty of this incredible corner of Africa.

Bring a group of 10-12 to our Elephant Sanctuary in Thailand! Experience a life-changing opportunity to work closely with rescued Asian elephants at this renowned elephant sanctuary. This impactful project has successfully liberated many elephants from the harsh conditions of begging on the streets of Bangkok, offering them a safe and loving environment to thrive in.

Additionally, the sanctuary is home to a remarkable wildlife sanctuary that shelters sun bears, primates, and various other wildlife species. We can arrange for you to participate in wildlife conservation activities for at least one week of your stay, enriching your experience while making a positive contribution to Thailand’s diverse ecosystems. Age 16+