Short Term Volunteering Abroad
1 week+ volunteering options
Only have a week spare but want to still make a difference? We have a range of ethical volunteer projects and working holidays with durations starting from 1 week, that can fit into travel and holiday plans - an amazing way to travel the world and volunteer at the same time!
Animal Rescue
India
- Support an Animal Rescue Centre team to care for injured, sick and abused animals
- Help feed, clean and care for the rescued animals
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £645 / €710 / $800
Bear Rescue
Cambodia
- Help care for over 120 rescued Malayan sun bears and Asiatic black bears
- Provide enrichment for these endangered species in tropical Cambodia
Duration: 1 - 6 weeks
Cost from: £675 / €745 / $835
Caribbean Conservation
Belize
- Join an award-winning conservation team, collecting data on manatees, crocodiles and rare parrots
- Research findings are used to guide the management of these protected areas
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks +
Cost from: £895 / €985 / $1110
Caribbean Reef Conservation
Belize
- Join an award-winning project on the world's second largest coral reef
- Learn to dive or develop your skills whilst carrying out surveys and conservation work
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks +
Cost from: £995 / €1095 / $1235
Community Development
Ghana
- Join a passionate team and help build a brighter future for rural Ghanaian communities
- Get involved in a diverse range of community initiatives from eco solar lights to sports!
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £795 / €875 / $985
Desert Elephant Conservation - Family Trip
Namibia
- Work with your family to help protect and research desert elephants in Namibia
- Join a family volunteering team to support elephant conservation and community work
Duration: 10 days
Cost from: £995 / €1095 / $1235
Elephant and Wildlife Conservation
Sri Lanka
- Join the team to support vital work helping to protect wild elephants
- Research bears, leopards and other wildlife to support their conservation
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £945 / €1040 / $1170
Elephant Care
Thailand
- Care for elephants rescued from a harsh working life
- Live on site at a tropical wildlife sanctuary home to over 400 animals
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £665 / €730 / $825
Elephant Care and Research
South Africa
- Join an active research team collecting data to guide best practice for management of elephant husbandry
- Work hands on with elephants providing care and enrichment
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £895 / €985 / $1110
Elephant Conservation
Cambodia
- Assist at a sanctuary which provides a home for rescued Asian elephants
- Observe elephants in their natural surroundings and help support the daily running of the sanctuary
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £795 / €875 / $985
Film and Photography Volunteering
Ghana
- Use your photography or film skills to promote community achievements and support community initiatives
- Work with the team to produce interactive health sessions
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £795 / €875 / $985
Horse Rehabilitation
South Africa
- Help to care for and rehabilitate around 40 horses (no previous riding experience required)
- Enjoy riding along the Indian Ocean whilst watching whales and dolphins
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £895 / €985 / $1110
Marine Conservation
Thailand
- Contribute to the research, protection and restoration of reefs in Koh Tao
- Open to all dive levels and experience, conservation certificates included
Duration: 1 – 4 weeks + dive courses
Cost from: £875 / €965 / $1085
Monkey Rescue
South Africa
- Work hands on with a variety of primate species at a well-respected monkey sanctuary
- Learn about primate behaviour whilst providing care and enrichment for rescued monkeys
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £545 / €600 / $675
Turtle and Wildlife Conservation
Costa Rica
- Join an active scientific project monitoring and protecting sea turtles and other wildlife
- Live in a research and education station on the stunning South Pacific coast
Duration: 1 – 12 weeks
Cost from: £495 / €545 / $615
Turtle Conservation
Greece
- Help monitor and protect endangered sea turtles on the beautiful island of Kefalonia
- Gain hands on experience and skills in research and conservation
Duration: 2 – 4 weeks
Cost from: £649 / €715 / $805
Volunteer Building
Ghana
- Work alongside the local team of builders and carpenters
- Build and renovate schools, community buildings and handwashing facilities
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £795 / €875 / $985
Wildlife Rescue
Thailand
- Work with rescued bears, monkeys, otters, gibbons and other exotic animals
- Help to protect endangered animals, living onsite at a tropical wildlife sanctuary
Duration: 1 - 12 weeks
Cost from: £645 / €710 / $800
Wildlife Rescue - Family Volunteering
Costa Rica
- Work with your family to care for and help rehabilitate rescued animals living at the sanctuary
- Assist the team in providing a safe haven for monkeys, sloths and anteaters
Duration: 1 week
Cost from: £575 / €635 / $715
painting
teaching
child in Nepal
clownfish
bear rescue
well digging
education India
child with mural
dog rescue
elephant care
monkey rescue
frog in Amazon
primate rescue
We have long term relationships with hand-picked projects that have lasting and positive impact. We are a highly experienced and passionate team, here to support you!
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