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A H H S H U C K S , S OM EONE H A D A B I RTHDAY! Yep, this year, we turned 40. We know, right? Exploring really is the elixir of life. Which means it was 40 years ago since our flare-wearing forefathers, inspired by their own far-flung adventures, founded STA Travel with one mission: to create affordable adventures for awesome humans. Since then, we’ve grown from two backpackers into the world’s largest student and youth travel company, inspiring over 2 million travellers a year to discover the world. We’ve crossed borders to push boundaries, walked unfamiliar paths to find new friends, and got lost to discover the places we love. A lot may have changed over the years. (Google Maps has certainly helped, thank you Google + travel gods). But our philosophy never has. We’re still the only place to #StartTheAdventure. And now, with this brochure, it’s your turn.

W HAT ' S I N S I D E

02 Our story 04 Why travel with us? 06 Get trip ready 08 Volunteering with us 12 VOLUNTEERING 12 Asia 36 Africa 51 The Americas 66 Australia, New Zealand & Fiji 70 Europe & the Middle East 74 VOLUNTEERING FOR FAMILIES 75 ACCESSIBLE VOLUNTEERING 76 WORKING ABROAD 78 Work in Australia 80 Work in New Zealand 82 Job before you go 83 Professional internships 84 Work in Canada 85 Work in the USA

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Work in Japan Work in South Africa Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) LEARN A LANGUAGE Learn Spanish Learn French Learn Italian Learn German Learn Japanese Learn Mandarin Learn Korean LEARN A NEW SKILL Learn to dive Learn to surf Learn to be a game ranger TERMS & CONDITIONS TRAVEL INSURANCE

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Travellers themselves, our Travel Experts are all about sharing their adventures, so that you can start yours.

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We have airfares and adventures for everyone. For us, adventure isn't an age or a status, it's a mindset.

ROUND THE WORLD EXPERTS Experts in Round the World wizardry, we've worked with the world's leading and 5-star airlines for 40 years to create unique and flexible multi-stop routes that you won't find anywhere else.

S TU D EN T, TEACHER & U N D ER 31 D I S CO UNT S Talk thirty to me! Under 31s and teachers can now travel on many of our exclusive BlueTicket fares.#

* Deposits start from £49 and are non-refundable, non-transferable and payable at the time of booking. Bookings which include a flight are also inclusive of an additional non-refundable Low-Deposit Access fee of £5. Full payment is due 10 (ten) weeks prior to your scheduled departure. Not all products are eligible for deposit. Additional terms and conditions apply. See statravel.co.uk/our-amazing-holiday-deposits.htm for more information # Proof of eligibility required (you may need to purchase an ISIC, ITIC or IYTC card, as applicable). Available on selected routes. Eligibility varies with each airline. Student age restriction may also apply. Additional terms and conditions apply. See statravel.co.uk/blueticket-flights.htm for more information ^ Any difference in the fare and applicable taxes as a result of a change will still be payable. All date changes are subject to availability and ticket conditions. MultiFLEX passes do not cover the cancellation of tickets. Not all fares are eligible for MultiFLEX. Additional terms and conditions apply. See statravel.co.uk/multiflex-pass.htm for more information

EXPLORING, NOT EXPLOITING Making a STAnd to help make a world of difference.

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For us, travel is about freedom and discovery. Our FLEXI range and MultiFLEX^ passes mean that if your plans change on the road, so can your flights, tours, beds and transport.

We operate a comprehensive customer safety policy that not only keeps our travellers safe, but also helps to benefit the local suppliers we work with. If a property doesn’t meet our standards, we work with the owners so they can become compliant. This approach helps to raise the standards of health and safety globally, and boost their profitability locally.

Trusted by travellers since 1979, we are the world's largest student and youth travel company. With over 250 stores worldwide, from Auckland to Aberdeen, we're never too far away.

SUPPORTING TEEN CANCER CHARITIES

WORK & VOLUNTEER SPECIALISTS From working holidays to volunteer projects and language courses, we believe that travel has the power to expand minds, change thinking, and bring people and cultures closer together.

We only sell vetted volunteer projects, and currently support 50 projects in almost 40 countries. Our volunteering charter is designed to ensure that we only work with projects that have proven to have a lasting and positive impact, meeting the needs of local communities through sustainability rather than dependency, as well as meeting the desires of travellers to make a genuine contribution.

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We don’t support any activity that hurts or humiliates animals, and encourage our travellers to do the same. We were one of the first travel companies to make a stand on animal welfare, withdrawing products that go against our pioneering policy, including an outright ban on elephant riding, ostrich riding, captive whales and dolphins, Thailand’s Tiger Temple and Pamplona’s Running of the Bulls.

CUSTOMER SAFETY MATTERS

In the UK, seven young people aged between 13 and 24 are diagnosed with cancer each day. We work with nine charities around the world with one mission in mind: to make sure no young person faces cancer alone. Our goal is to raise USD $1 million by 2020. You can help by adding £2 to your booking, 100% of which will go to Teenage Cancer Trust.

SUSTAINABLE VOLUNTOURISM

Get trip Our quick guide to staying safe, saving money and going green on your next adventure. INSURANCE

STA TRAVEL MONEY CARDS

On top of the cancellation, medical and luggage cover you’d expect from our travel insurance, you’ll also find some inclusions you wouldn’t. Our travellers aren’t ordinary, so our insurance cover isn't either. To find out more, see page 98 or our insurance leaflet.

Forget fanny packs stuffed with cash or being charged fees every time you use your bank card abroad. Our pre-paid STA Travel Money Cards* are safe, simple to use and will help your travel budget go far.

VACCINATIONS

Lock and load! Load money onto your card or store it in your Cloud wallet until you’re ready to spend.

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ESSENTIAL

Visit your GP or an STA Travel Clinic at least ten weeks before departure.

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Use your card at ATMs, shops and wherever you see the Mastercard acceptance mark.

VISAS Our visa service is safe, speedy and free of boring embassy queues.

PASSPORT Check you have 6+ months validity left and enough pages for all those new stamps!

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Free transactions, competitive exchange rates and up to 11% cashback on what you spend.** Plus, thousands of travel and lifestyle discounts on our ISIC and IYTC Travel Money Cards.*Ω S I M PLE

Easy to use and control your spending online, by text or in the STA Travel App. SA F E

SAFETY Visit www.gov.uk for travel, cultural and safety advice for everywhere you're travelling to.

Lost or stolen? No problem! Our 24/7 call centre can block your card instantly and arrange a replacement card to be sent to you on the road. As your card isn’t linked to a bank account, you can rest easy knowing your cash is safe in the Cloud wallet.

* Important terms and conditions apply. Please visit your local STA Travel store or see statravel.co.uk/cashcard.htm for more information The STA Travel ISIC Prepaid Mastercard Cashcard, the STA Travel Prepaid Mastercard Cashcard and the STA Travel IYTC Prepaid Mastercard Cashcard are issued by IDT Financial Services Limited pursuant to a license from Mastercard International. Mastercard and the Mastercard Brand Mark are registered trademarks of Mastercard. IDT Financial Services is a regulated bank, licensed by the Financial Services Commission, Gibraltar. Registered Office: 57-63 Line Wall Road, Gibraltar. Registered No. 95716. All communications should be sent to STA Travel, PO BOX 3753, Chester, CH1 9UH ** Earn up to 11% cashback at selected UK retailers, plus 5% at STA Travel stores worldwide post your initial departure date from your home country. Additional terms and conditions apply. See statravel.co.uk/cashcard-cashback.htm for more information ◊ Deposits start from £49 and are non-refundable, non-transferable and payable at the time of booking. Bookings which include a flight are also inclusive of an additional non-refundable Low-Deposit Access fee of £5. Full payment is due 10 (ten) weeks prior to your scheduled departure. Not all products are eligible for deposit. Additional terms and conditions apply. See statravel.co.uk/our-amazing-holiday-deposits.htm for more information † Minimum £500 spend applies (excludes flights). Redeemable only if the appointment is booked online and the offer is mentioned at the beginning of your consultation. Additional terms and conditions apply. Please see statravel.co.uk/branch-appointments-terms.htm for more information ^ Any difference in the fare and applicable taxes as a result of a change will still be payable. All date changes are subject to availability and ticket conditions. MultiFLEX passes do not cover the cancellation of tickets. Not all fares are eligible for MultiFLEX. Additional terms and conditions apply. See statravel.co.uk/multiflex-pass.htm for more information ∞ Terms and conditions apply. See statravel.co.uk/g-adventures-tours.htm / statravel.co.uk/contiki-tours.htm / statravel.co.uk/overland-adventure-tours.htm for more information Ω You must be a full-time student (studying for a minimum of 15 hours per week for 3 months), a full-time teacher or under 31 to qualify for the corresponding ISIC, ITIC or IYTC product. Additional terms and conditions apply. See statravel.co.uk/discount-cards.htm for more information and the most up-to-date terms and conditions

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First rule of flight club? Book early. Lock in the lowest airfares and best flight and tour availability with our deposit scheme from £49, paying the balance 10 weeks before you fly.◊

Save money by buying in bulk before you go. Our bedhopper passes, bus and rail passes will save you heaps over buying individual nights and journeys on the road. Plus, if your money starts to run out, you know you've got the essentials covered!

Net-lag is real, travellers! Why bother trying to piece together flights, transfers, buses and beds online... when our Travel Experts can do it all for you. Plus, make an appointment at statravel.com for £50 off.†

Avoid change fees and stay flexible by adding a MultiFLEX pass to your flights. Any difference in the fare and applicable taxes as a result of a change will still be payable. Passes start from £29, ask your Travel Expert for more details.^

EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS Take advantage of multi-trip offers and repeat booking discounts with some of our favourite suppliers, such as guaranteed 5% off Contiki repeat bookings and 10% off G Adventures repeat bookings exclusive to us.∞

STUDENT SWAG Get flight discounts with us, plus 150,000+ travel, clothing and lifestyle discounts at home and on the road with a student, under 31 or teacher ISIC, IYTC or ITIC card. Now available with a plastic-free virtual card in the ISIC app, from £12.Ω

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As travellers and all-round awesome humans, it’s time to start thinking about what we take with us from our world, into theirs.

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STAnd up, go green, do good.

HOW YOU LIVE

Barbie was wrong, plastic is not fantastic. Download the Refill App to find and fill up your water bottle for free on the road, including at many STA Travel stores.

ingle use is no use. If one S person stopped buying a takeaway coffee cup every day for 40 years, it would save 24 trees. Take a collapsible coffee cup with you on your travels.

Keep it clean, beaches! 1 in 3 marine mammals have been found to be tangled up in marine litter. Join a beach clean or join one of our marine conservation projects or voluntours.

For more green travel tips, visit the STA Travel Blog.

Volunteer WITH US We want to explore, not exploit. That’s why we ensure that our partners’ volunteer programmes are built ethically and sustainably.

WE ARE

Responsible You will only work on projects where there’s a genuine need for help, and where there are clear economic, social or environmental goals.

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Educational You get back what you give in. There’s plenty to gain from working within a new community, and you may even pick up a few unusual skills. Catching the family chicken? Everyone needs a party trick.

Internships

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Inclusive Take your volunteering to the next level with an international internship. Stay longer, build on your progress and make even more of an impact.

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We have projects for young families, under 18s, students, not-so-students and people of all physical abilities.

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CANADA

CROATIA PORTUGAL

SPAIN GREECE

ISRAEL

CHINA NEPAL

MEXICO

INDIA BELIZE

COSTA RICA GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS

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THAILAND COLOMBIA

GHANA

KENYA

ECUADOR PERU

TANZANIA

BRAZIL

BOLIVIA

PHILIPPINES CAMBODIA SRI LANKA MALAYSIA BORNEO SEYCHELLES

MALDIVES

INDONESIA

ZAMBIA NAMIBIA

ZIMBABWE

VIETNAM

MADAGASCAR AUSTRALIA

SOUTH AFRICA

ARGENTINA

How Focus on one project Stay locally and immerse yourself in the community Travel more independently

DO YOU WANT TO VOLUNTEER?

ombine a volunteering C experience with a group tour Gain a local perspective on the road Meet and travel with like-minded people

FAQs Any more questions? DO I NEED ANY QUALIFICATIONS?

What

KIND OF WORK DO YOU WANT TO DO?

Some may require a basic level of Spanish or a PADI diving qualification, but most just ask you to bring a can-do attitude and a willingness to get stuck in. Any special requirements will be noted on the projects in this brochure. HOW OLD DO I NEED TO BE?

Work in rehabilitation centres, sanctuaries and game reserves.

Help with workshops and Improve living standards on English lessons at schools grassroots not-for-profit and day centres. projects.

For most projects, at least 18. However, we do have some that cater to 15-17-year-olds. Parental consent is needed for anyone under 18. WHAT EXTRAS DO I NEED TO THINK ABOUT?

Get stuck in with habitat conservation, data collection and animal tracking.

Develop teamwork skills and boost confidence among kids and communities.

Work with children, communities and local wildlife, all on one project.

Visa, visa, visa! Please check these requirements fully before you book. Some projects may demand background checks, especially if you’re going to be working with children, so you’ll need to allow 4-6 weeks for that to be carried out. HOW CAN MY TRAVEL EXPERT HELP?

How long DO YOU WANT TO GO FOR?

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Projects can run for anything between ONE WEEK and SIX MONTHS. NEW ZEALAND

Now what? Get browsing! This brochure shows off some of our bestselling projects, and our trusty Travel Experts have even more up their sleeves. They’re all about finding the right project for you, so book your appointment online today and get £50 off your trip!†

† Minimum £500 spend applies (excludes flights). Redeemable only if the appointment is booked online and the offer is mentioned at the beginning of your consultation. Additional terms and conditions apply. Please see statravel.co.uk/branch-appointments-terms.htm for more information

Aside from helping you find your ideal volunteering opportunity, our Travel Experts can also help you with everything from booking flights to finding the right travel insurance. Looking for tips on where to go next? They could talk about it for days.

VOLUNTEERING

Asia

CHINA NEPAL

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INDIA

VIETNAM THAILAND

PHILIPPINES

CAMBODIA SRI LANKA MALAYSIA INDONESIA

Lend a hand to thriving elephant projects, care for tiny turtles and teach English in the land of rich biodiversity, rippling landscapes and mouthwatering cuisine.

THAI ELEPHANT CONSERVATION PRICE FR £407

DURATION 1-2 WEEKS

LOCATION MAE TAENG DISTRICT (CHIANG MAI), THAILAND

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Mondays PROJECT LOCATION : Mae Taeng District (60km north of Chiang Mai) GETTING THERE : Make your own way to the project office in Chiang Mai by 9am on Day 1. Return project transfers included ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share volunteer

huts (6 nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day (vegetarian only) NOTE : Reasonable level of fitness required STAY LONGER : Fr £407 per week

THE PROJECT

We were one of the first travel companies to put an outright ban on all elephant riding activities, and this park highlights the importance of taking those steps. The founder, Lek Chailert, cares for elephants rescued from cruel tourism and logging practices, winning herself the enviable title of Hero of the Planet. Be like Lek. Set in a valley surrounded by forested mountains, this project offers a peaceful home for more than 30 neglected and previously abused elephants. Working at this highly-acclaimed conservation project, you’ll play an important role in caring for endangered Asian elephants. Volunteering activities may include preparing the food and feeding these majestic grey giants and assisting in the day-to-day maintenance of the park. Learn about how they choose their friends and interact, as well as educating yourself on the endemic problems elephants face today in Thailand. You’ll spend so much time working up close with them, you’ll eventually see them starting to recognise you - remember, elephants don’t forget!

MYANMAR

Tour Code: BKKELE

We only work with projects that put animal welfare first - and Elephant Nature Park does just that. This high profile park rescues elephants from bad living conditions and harmful logging practices. And they’re so good at what they do, they’ve even made it to the big screen! Check out ‘Love & Bananas: An Elephant Story.’

Mae Taeng

THE LOWDOWN

Chiang Mai

• Care for previously neglected elephants in world-renowned Elephant Nature Park • Each day typically starts at 8am and finishes at 3pm • Maintain the grounds, care for the organic garden and prepare the elephants’ food • Opportunity to assist with stray dogs at the on-site rescue project • Share simple, comfy accommodation with up to four other volunteers • Daily feeding interactions are not guaranteed

HIGHLIGHTS

THAIL A ND

Bangkok CA MBO D IA

ELEPHANT CONSERVATION

WORK IN THE COMMUNITY

DOG RESCUE

LOCAL STAFF

Prepare food, feed them (possibly not a daily occurrence), watch them form familial bonds and observe them in their natural habitat.

Live alongside locals, animals and beautiful nature on this inspiring project, where elephants live alongside the villagers.

Stay for an extended period of time and you might get to help out at the on-site dog rescue, feeding and walking dogs that are in for treatment.

Staff and volunteers on this project often come from surrounding villages, giving you a great opportunity to get to know the culture.

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NEED TO KNOWS

VOLUNTEER WITH ELEPHANTS IN NORTHERN THAILAND PRICE FR £1,545

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION HUAY PAKOOT (CHIANG MAI PROVINCE)

PROJECT START DATE : Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION : Huay Pakoot (4 hours from Chiang Mai), Thailand GETTING THERE : Return transfers from/to Chiang Mai airport (selected times) included

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share village homestay with electricity and cold water (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required. Medium to high level of fitness required. One-week option also available STAY LONGER : Fr £350 per fortnight

THE PROJECT

Huay Pakoot Set in a remote Karen hilltribe village in Northern Thailand, this project rehabilitates and protects elephants rescued from working tourist camps and returns them to the forest. Having grown used to urban environments, the animals require effective rehabilitation to make sure they adapt to the wild. Help the mahouts to conduct health checks - the only activity where touching the animals is allowed - and help with daily activities like feeding, running educational workshops and general upkeep.

Chiang Mai THAIL AND

Tour Code: GVIVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

Many locals rely on the income provided by elephant activities, so GVI works with Huay Pakoot village to support both them and the animals by promoting ethical tourism practices. As a contributor to the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals, this project also helps to ensure job creation and economic growth.

ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS

Bangkok

ETHICAL ELEPHANT VOLUNTEERING

CAM B O DIA SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL

Learn how to volunteer ethically with elephants. Observe these creatures in their natural habitat and learn about their social habits.

This project contributes to the United Nation’s Life Above Land goal to prevent the extinction of threatened species.

NEED TO KNOWS

ELEPHANT EXPERIENCE IN SURIN PRICE FR £643

DURATION 8-29 DAYS

LOCATION SURIN PROVINCE, THAILAND

PROJECT START DATE : Selected Fridays PROJECT LOCATION : Surin Province, Thailand GETTING THERE : One-way transfer from Bangkok airport to Bangkok hostel (6am10pm), train from Bangkok to Surin and transfer to project included ACCOMMODATION : Twin-share room in Bangkok hostel with en suite and air con (2 nts), multi-share volunteer house in Surin (2+ nts), multi-share homestay at Elephant Village (3+ nts) MEALS : 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners per week STAY LONGER : Fr £148 per week

THE PROJECT

Elephant Village THAIL AND

Work off the beaten track in a traditional elephant village in Surin province. By sharing their lives and working with visitors, mahouts (elephant carers) are able to better support their elephants and families, which means a greater quality of life for everyone involved. You’ll care for, feed and bathe these gentle giants as well as help the mahouts harvest crops. Spend some downtime kayaking on the local river, making paper out of elephant poo, and learning the nifty tricks of Thai cuisine. Family friendly option also available.

With so much of the local economy dependent on domesticated elephants, this project offers them an alternative to working in the logging industry.

Surin

Bangkok

WE KNOW BECAUSE WE GO

Tour Code: SURELE

HIGHLIGHTS

LIVE IN AN ELEPHANT VILLAGE

LOCAL CULTURE

Observe how elephants have lived alongside mahouts for generations, and spend time feeding and bathing them.

Gather your spoons and your spices for a Thai cooking lesson in the village, and go kayaking on the Mun River.

“Feeding, bathing and walking the elephants is one of my best travel memories!” DAYNNAH, STORE MANAGER, PRETORIA #Surin

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NEED TO KNOWS

TEACHING IN SURIN PRICE FR £575

DURATION 8-57 DAYS

LOCATION SURIN PROVINCE, THAILAND

PROJECT START DATE : Selected Fridays PROJECT LOCATION : Surin Province GETTING THERE : Transfers from Bangkok airport to Bangkok hostel (6am-10pm), train from Bangkok to Surin and transfer to project included (selected times)

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Mixed twin-share room in Bangkok hostel with air con and en suite (2 nts), volunteer house with mixed dorms, shared bathroom, fans, small kitchen, lounge and free Wi-Fi (5+ nts) MEALS : 2 breakfasts NOTE :

Background check required

STAY LONGER : Fr £81 per week THAIL AND

Visit two very different sides to Thailand with two nights around Khao San’s famous backpacker district, a day tour of Bangkok’s temples and markets, and leisurely free time in the rural town of Surin. Working in small groups, you’ll help out at local schools, planning and teaching English classes to young Thai students. On the weekend, check out the night market and lively bar scene. Family friendly option also available.

Surin Bangkok

The aim here is to provide support to full-time staff dealing with serious lack of funding and resource. Volunteers provide invaluable support in making sure kids aren’t left behind.

FAMILIES WELCOME

Tour Code: SURTEA

THE PROJECT

CAM B O DIA

LIKE THAT? TRY THIS..

HIGHLIGHTS

WORK WITH KIDS

EXPLORE BANGKOK AND SURIN

Get the opportunity to plan your own lessons and teach English to kids in Surin with the support of a bilingual coordinator.

Get the best of both worlds! Your first guesthouse is located on lively Khao San Road, while the project runs in rural Surin.

THAILAND COASTAL CONSERVATION EXPEDITION PRICE FR £1,495

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION PHANG NGA, THAILAND

SCHOOL RENOVATION SURIN (STASUR) Help renovate local schools in Surin. Tasks include helping to install water systems as well as renovating classrooms. Fr £642

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Saturdays (arrive in Phuket on Friday) PROJECT LOCATION : Phang Nga (approx. 90km north of Phuket) GETTING THERE : Transfer from/to Phuket airport included (selected times) ACCOMMODATION : Shared, mixed dorms in volunteer house (13+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Medical form and background check

required STAY LONGER : Fr £200 per week

Bangkok

Help protect some of the world’s most beautiful beaches in the fishing village of Ban Nam Khem, located 25km away from Khao Lak, and one of the worst-hit areas of the 2004 tsunami. This project includes helping to look after endangered baby sea turtles, biodiversity research on nearby islands, beach cleanups, identifying butterflies, using camera traps to track elusive endangered species and seasonal coral research. Fill your free time snorkelling, kayaking or relaxing on the beach.

THAIL AND

Phang Nga Phuket

Tour Code: GVITHI

HIGHLIGHTS

THE PROJECT According to the IUCN Red List, six of the seven species of sea turtles are threatened or endangered. GVI’s work with the Royal Thai Navy seeks to ensure the preservation of the green sea turtle species, as part of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal Life Above Land.

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WORK WITH BABY TURTLES

FREE TIME

Protect Thailand’s biodiversity with your work to help baby sea turtles grow into healthy adolescents before their release.

Spend your free time kayaking among limestone cliffs and snorkel clear waters to see abundant marine life.

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HELP WITH PLASTIC POLLUTION IN THAILAND PRICE FR £1,495

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION PHANG NGA, THAILAND

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays (arrive in Phuket on Friday) PROJECT LOCATION : Phang Nga, Thailand GETTING THERE : Transfer from/to Phuket airport included (selected times)

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Shared, mixed dorms in volunteer house (13+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required; good level of fitness required STAY LONGER : Fr £400 per fortnight

Bangkok

In more innocent times, picking up rubbish used to be about keeping the place clean. It’s now an act to combat the declining health of our vital marine ecosystems. If you’re already travelling around Thailand, start at your feet in the southern region of Phang Nga, taking part in beach clean-ups and collecting data for a global online database. You’ll also conduct plastic awareness workshops in the local community and help out with sea turtle conservation.

THAIL AND

Phang Nga Phuket

THE PROJECT By 2050, there’ll be more plastic in the ocean than fish. According to research by Ocean Conservancy, Thailand is one of the main contributors. This project contributes directly to the UN’s Development Goals to conserve life below water, and life on land. GVI collects plastic and data from around the Phang Nga area, and encourages local community members to join them.

Tour Code: GVIPLA ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS

HIGHLIGHTS

BEACH CLEAN-UPS

LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

Help to minimise the harmful impact of marine litter in Thailand with organised beach cleans and educational workshops.

Take a break with included activities like a boat trip around the islands and visits to Tiger Temple Cave and Si Phang Nga waterfall.

VOLUNTEER & TEACH KIDS IN THAILAND PRICE FR £1,445

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION PHANG NGA, THAILAND

Bangkok

Help Thai children improve their conversational English, helping them improve their employability in a number of industries, including tourism. Playing a supportive role in the classroom, most of your days will be spent assisting teachers in the local school, leading English classes and helping with homework. We don’t support orphanage volunteering of any kind, and all volunteers on this programme are required to complete a background check in keeping with our and our partners’ child protection best practice.

Phuket

Tour Code: GVIKID

HIGHLIGHTS

THAIL AND

Phang Nga

THE PROJECT GVI collaborates with a range of educational organisations in Ban Nam Kem to contribute to the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goal to provide quality education globally. At STA Travel, we don’t support any orphanage volunteering, and we take our and our partners’ responsibility seriously to make sure that the wellbeing of children is taken care of.

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ETHICAL VOLUNTEERING

PHANG NGA BAY

Learn all about Thai Buddhist practices and teach English in an organisation that always puts the children first.

Spend weekends island-hopping or exploring caves and secret lagoons around Phang Nga Bay, with its rugged limestone karsts.

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THAILAND VOLUNTOUR EXPLORER PRICE FR £899

DURATION 22 OR 29 DAYS

ROUTE BANGKOK - BANGKOK

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Fridays PROJECT LOCATION : Surin GETTING THERE : Arrival transfer (Bangkok Suvarnabhumi) and transfer to project included ACCOMMODATION : Twin-share en suite in Bangkok (4 nts), multi-share in Surin (8 nts), multi-share homestay in Elephant Village (4 nts), overnight transport to Koh Tao (1 nt), twin or triple-share in Koh Tao with bathroom (5 nts), twin, triple or quad-share rooms in Koh Phangan (6 nts) MEALS : 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners NOTE : Grand Palace entry fee not included

THE PROJECT The Elephant Village provides an alternative income for people living alongside domesticated elephants who may otherwise be forced to work for tourist entertainment. The renovation project seeks to improve school facilities.

The perfect blend of beaches, island time and elephants, bookended with stays in Bangkok. Care for elephants in friendly Surin and get involved with the community by helping out with a school renovation project. Opt to extend your trip to reach the beaut Koh Phangan for some R&R. Days 1-7 Bangkok / Surin

Elephant Village

THAILAND

After getting settled in, kick off with the sightseeing on Day 2. Visit some of Bangkok’s acclaimed sites, including Wat Arun temple, the Giant Golden Reclining Buddha and enjoy a longtail boat ride down the canal. Grab a few drinks that evening on Khao San Road. The next day, it’s off to Surin, Thailand’s elephant capital, where you’ll get roll up your sleeves at a school renovation project. With roughly 4-6 hours of work every day, you’ll partake in anything from painting classrooms and fixing sinks to building gravity-fed water systems (sounds fancy). Wind down with some free time in Surin. (2B)

Bangkok CAMBODIA

Days 8-14 Surin / Elephant Village Laid-back Surin is a great spot to spend a couple of days alongside other volunteers, with its markets, temple and Khmer ruins sitting nearby. On Day 11, roll up your sleeves as you get ready to live alongside a wonderful elephant community located outside of Surin. Over the next four days, help the local mahouts by harvesting or planting crops and join in the feeding and bathing of the elephants (our favourite bit). On top of that, you’ll get a taste for sumptuous Thai cuisine, have a go at kayaking and creating elephant dung paper. Your guess is as good as ours... (3B, 4L, 3D)

Surin

29-day itinerary only

Koh Tao Koh Phangan

Days 15-21 Bangkok / Koh Tao On Day 15, retrun to Bangkok and enjoy a dose of Khao San Road’s bustling nightlife. The next day, take some time to relax or indulge with a Thai massage. Check out of your hotel in the evening to catch the overnight transfer towards the beaches of Koh Tao. Arrive at lunchtime on Day 17 and waste no time in hitting the sand. Your tour can either end here on Day 22, or extend your travels to Koh Phangan.

Days 22-28 Koh Phangan / Bangkok An included boat transfer takes you to Koh Phangan, Thailand’s legendary party island. Spend a week relaxing on the island or head to the famous Full Moon Party. On Day 28, return to Bangkok for one final blow out before heading home on Day 29. (B)

Tour Code: THIVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

SCHOOL RENOVATION PROJECT

VOLUNTEER WITH ELEPHANTS

KOH TAO

BEACH PARTIES

Get involved with a building project to help improve local schooling facilities. Tasks may include renovating play areas and painting classrooms.

Spend four days living and working in an Elephant Village in Surin, on a project that seeks to provide a better life for these gentle giants.

Take it back a notch with some island time on beautiful Koh Tao. Nab your PADI open water certificate, go snorkelling or hit some waves.

Enjoy epic beach parties in Koh Phangan, home to the world-famous Full Moon Party. Whack on your best neon and dance your heart out.

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ELEPHANTS & BEACHES DURATION 15 DAYS

ROUTE BANGKOK - BANGKOK

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £899

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Fridays PROJECT LOCATION : Chiang Mai, Thailand GETTING THERE : Arrival airport transfer from Bangkok Airport included (arrive 6am-10pm) ACCOMMODATION : Basic, shared mixed

dorms (14+ nts) MEALS : 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

THE PROJECT This project offers a space of cohabitation for elephants and for mahouts (elephant carers), and an alternative environment for domesticated elephants from harmful activities such as elephant riding. Volunteers can help to feed, bathe and harvest crops for the elephants, and learn all about local life.

From grey trunks to swimming trunks, this voluntour stretches from the northern highlands to the southern beaches of Krabi. Start off in the chaos of Bangkok’s sprawling markets and golden temples, before heading on to an elephant village, where locals and elephants live side by side. Mae Wang

Days 1-3 Bangkok / Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai

Transfer to your accommodation in Bangkok and get settled in with a round of evening drinks in the lively Khao San Road area. On the next day you’ll get stuck right into Thai culture with a tour of Bangkok’s sights, including the Temple of Dawn, Wat Arun and the Giant Golden Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho). Navigate the canals of the city on a classic long tailed boat ride before heading out for drinks again that evening. Next day, it’s on to Chiang Mai where you’ll transfer to your volunteer house. (2B, D)

THAIL AND

Days 4-7 Chiang Mai

Bangkok

Transfer to the elephant home village to help care for the resident friendly giants. Daytime activities include bathing and feeding the elephants, learning how to make elephant vitamin tablets, and helping to harvest crops for them. Days 5-6 will serve as a contrast, as you’ll be trekking through the leafy jungle and hills of Chiang Mai. A free day on Day 7 will allow you to explore the city before heading to Krabi the next day. (3B, 3L, 2D)

Days 8-13 Krabi Swap trekking for beaching, as you’re on to Krabi now by plane. After a good night’s sleep, you’ll be whisked off in a private taxi to the village of Bor Thor to explore local mangrove forests by kayak. Enter into caves and admire cave drawings dating back 3,000 years. The next three days are yours for the taking, so go out and explore hidden bays and beaches or try out rock climbing. Spend Day 13 cruising on a boat trip, snorkelling around local islands.

Krabi

Days 14-15 Bangkok Set your alarms early as you’re back to Bangkok today, arriving mid-late evening. Make the most of your final night in the City of Angels. Feel the sensory overload of the sizzling food markets, have one last cocktail to toast your trip. Day 15 sadly marks the last day of your travels, so it’s time to head home.

Tour Code: ELEBEA

HIGHLIGHTS

BANGKOK

CARE FOR ELEPHANTS

JUNGLE TREKKING

KRABI

A buzzing capital city that has plenty to offer for energetic backpackers. Crazy nightlife, opulent temples and sumptuous street food.

A traditional homestay experience close to Chiang Mai will see you feeding and bathing elephants, and helping to plant their food crops.

During two days of trekking through the jungle and hills of Chiang Mai you’ll admire rice terraces and pass hilltribe communities.

Enjoy a healthy dose of detox in Krabi. Navigate twisting mangroves by kayak, wander ancient caves and explore hidden beaches and bays.

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EXPLORE THAILAND AND CAMBODIA PRICE FR £829

DURATION 17, 22 OR 29 DAYS

ROUTE BANGKOK - BANGKOK

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Fridays PROJECT LOCATION : Surin, Thailand GETTING THERE : Arrival airport transfer from Bangkok Airport included (arrive 6am-10pm) ACCOMMODATION : Twin/triple-share hotel or guesthouse (17 nts), shared dorm in volunteer house (7 nts), homestay (3 nts), overnight bus (1 nt) MEALS : 12 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

THE PROJECT Surin’s Elephant Village is part of a movement to fight against the mistreatment of domesticated elephants. The school renovation project aims to improve local school’s facilities.

On top of a classic route around Thailand and Cambodia’s Angkor Wat, this voluntour makes time for some good deeds as well. Work on a school renovation project in Surin and help care for the ellies of nearby Elephant Village, whose lives are being transformed for the better.

THAIL AND

Elephant Village Surin

Days 1-3 Bangkok

Khao Yai

From Bangkok Airport, get to your Khao San Road guesthouse with the help of one of the voluntour reps. The next day, discover Bangkok on a guided tour that includes Temple of Dawn, Wat Arun and the Giant Golden Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho), and enjoy a longtail boat ride along the capital’s canals. It’s out for drinks that night before transferring to Surin the next day. (2B)

Bangkok

Siem Reap / Angkor Wat CAMBODI A

Days 4-7 Surin (Volunteer School Renovation) Spend the next four days working in one of Surin’s village schools. Depending on the project’s needs at the time, the average work day will be around 4-6 hours. Roll up your sleeves and get stuck in with tasks like fixing sinks, painting classrooms and renovating play areas. (4B)

22 and 29-day itinerary only

Days 8-15 Siem Reap / Elephant Village / Khao Yai N.P. It’s on to Siem Reap on Day 8, home of Angkor Wat. Partially reclaimed by nature, the echoes of its former glory still ring strong. Explore the UNESCO site on a full-day bike tour. Crossing the border back into Thailand, your next volunteering experience is at the celebrated Elephant Village. Live alongside an elephant community and help to bathe and source food for the eager-eared residents. On Day 14, head on to Khao Yai National Park. Trek to one of Thailand’s most famous waterfalls with a local guide, and take in the scenic view at the Pha Daew Dai viewpoint. (3B, 3L, 3D)

Koh Tao Koh Phangan

Days 16-29 Koh Tao / Koh Phangan / Bangkok Head back to Bangkok, where the 17-day itinerary comes to an end. But if you’re in it ‘til the end, it’s on to Koh Tao. This Thai island was made for relaxing downtime, and an included full-day snorkelling trip will give you a glimpse of life under the waves. Day 22 separates the party heads from the rest, as the final leg leaves the 22-dayers on Koh Tao and continues on to neon-clad Koh Phangan for the iconic Full Moon parties. All heavy heads can be cured with a morning on the beach, so make the most out of them before the trip comes to an end Day 29. (3B, L)

Tour Code: STATHI

HIGHLIGHTS

SCHOOL RENOVATION PROJECT

ELEPHANT CARE

ANGKOR WAT

SNORKEL WITH TURTLES

Roll up your sleeves as it’s time to muck in and help to renovate a local primary school. You may be painting classrooms or fixing sinks.

Help to source food, feed and bathe the elephants of Surin’s Elephant Village, whose ellies have lived alongside mahouts for generations.

The once-capital of the Khmer Empire, Angkor Wat is one of the world’s most iconic sites. This voluntour includes a visit to this beautiful structure.

Take a full-day boat trip around Koh Tao, and don your snorkel to see migrating turtles and kaleidoscopic fish under the surface.

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TEACHING CHILDREN IN CAMBODIA DURATION 2-6 WEEKS

LOCATION SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £971

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Sundays PROJECT LOCATION : Mondul Bai, Siem Reap GETTING THERE : Return transfer from/to Siem Reap airport included ACCOMMODATION : Private room with en suite in a guesthouse (13+ nts) MEALS : Breakfasts NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER : Fr £185 per week

THE PROJECT

New Hope Cambodia is on mission to give children and youth from Siem Reap’s poorest communities free education; take up your supporting role in the classroom and help them complete their studies and inspire a love of learning. And, when you’re not busy teaching, Angkor Wat is right on your doorstep!

New Hope Cambodia School is a non-government organisation that offers free education to over 1,000 students daily. By also providing healthcare, support to families in crisis, and vocational training to those in need, it works to help break the cycle of poverty. We do not support orphanage volunteering of any kind, and we make sure any project has children’s wellbeing and development front and centre.

LIKE THAT? TRY THIS.. Free education can transform the lives of Siem Reap’s poorest children, and volunteers play a pivotal role in allowing teachers to carry out their jobs effectively. Project hours will vary from half to full days, where you may be required to assist in a variety of roles. Support Khmer teachers with English classes, help out with community development projects or lend a hand to school improvement activities. And with Angkor Wat only two kilometres away, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to explore this archaeological site, known to be the best-preserved temple at Angkor, and recently-discovered to be just the tip of a very large complex buried under the forest floor.

TEACH ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE (TEFL) A TEFL certificate qualifies you to teach English in schools, private language institutes, local businesses and universities. Doing this short course before volunteering will equip you with new skills and ensure you get the most out of your experience. See page 87. 120+ hours, Fr £129

Tour Code: CAMCHI

THE LOWDOWN THAIL AND

• Volunteer at either morning or afternoon classes or opt for both sessions • Support English classes, school or community projects • Simple en suite guesthouse has air con, Wi-Fi, hot water and a pool • You’ll have a bike for transportation, later donated back to the community • Explore Siem Reap’s night markets, ancient temples and floating villages

LAOS

Siem Reap CAM B ODI A

VI ET NAM

HIGHLIGHTS

TEACHING CHILDREN

COMMUNITY PROJECTS

FLOATING VILLAGES

ANGKOR WAT

Not only is teaching on this project hugely rewarding, but you’ll also gain lots of transferable skills that you can put straight on your CV.

Teaching isn’t the only activity on the cards - you may also be called on to work on development projects or help out in the medical centre.

Just 45 minutes away from Siem Reap lies the largest freshwater lake in South East Asia, home to floating schools and crocodile farms.

Navigate the intricate temples of UNESCO-listed Angkor Wat in your spare time. Choose to explore this incredible site by bike or on a walking tour.

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ECO AWARENESS IN CAMBODIA PRICE FR £1,295

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION KAMPONG CHAM, CAMBODIA

PROJECT START DATE : Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION : Kampong Cham, Camodia GETTING THERE : Airport pick-ups included between 12-5pm. Return transfers can be booked at extra cost.

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Single-sex shared dorms with shared bathroom facilities. MEALS : Meals while on project included NOTE : This tour is aimed at first-time volunteers aged 18-24; background check required STAY LONGER : Fr £300 per fortnight

THE PROJECT CAM B O DIA

As our climate reaches breaking point, it’s important that we all do our bit to raise awareness and bring about change in our and each other’s day-to-day habits. Already travelling though Cambodia? Dedicate some time to work side-by-side with a global team of environmental advocates to create a greater awareness of issues like plastic pollution and climate change. Take part in plastic clean-ups and conduct workshops to help locals and international visitors learn about the importance of reducing their plastic trail.

Kampong Cham

Tour Code: ENVCAM

HIGHLIGHTS

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MINIMISE PLASTIC POLLUTION

KOH PEN BRIDGE

Contribute directly to minimising plastic pollution, working alongside a global team of environmental advocates.

Get the unique chance to walk along the world’s longest bamboo bridge, known as the Koh Pen Bridge in Kampong Cham.

VOLUNTEER WITH CHILDREN IN VIETNAM PRICE FR £697

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

In collaboration with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal protecting life on land, this project aims to spread awareness around Cambodia’s terrestrial water habits. Kampong Cham is located near several rivers and lakes, making it a perfect location for educating locals about conserving its freshwater ecosystems.

LOCATION HO CHI MINH CITY

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Mondays PROJECT LOCATION : Ho Chi Minh City GETTING THERE : Return airport transfer included (selected times only) ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share volunteer house or local host family (13+ nts) MEALS :

3 meals a day on project

NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER : Fr £172 per week

THE PROJECT

V IETNAM

This project is designed for volunteering newbies aged 18-24, with plenty of support and guidance throughout. Sign up to volunteer at this centre in Ho Chi Minh City, and help with daily activities to support underprivileged children. Assist with English lessons and homework and opt to stay at a shared volunteer house or with a local host family. Optional activities include a boat ride to Mekong Delta, a meal with a local family and a trip to Miu Ne beach. Travelling with a family? Ask your Travel Expert about the family-friendly option

Ho Chi Minh City

This volunteering organisation in Ho Chi Minh runs various projects across the city, including a teaching and education project, other pre-schools like this one, a care and support project for children who suffer from HIV, and a health and childcare project at a centre for disabled children.

Tour Code: VITCHI

HIGHLIGHTS

COMMUNITY WORK

MY THO BOAT RIDE

Travel with purpose in Vietnam as you get the opportunity to help out with English lessons and other wider community projects.

Make for the city of My Tho and take a laid-back boat ride to see fruit plantations, stilt houses and fishing villages along the bank.

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VIETNAM FOOD & CULTURE VOLUNTOUR DURATION 21 DAYS

ROUTE HO CHI MINH CITY - HANOI

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £1,104

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Sundays PROJECT LOCATION : Ho Chi Minh City GETTING THERE : Pick-up from Ho Chi Minh Airport included. Transfer to Hanoi Airport included on Day 21 ACCOMMODATION : Shared dorms in a hostel or 3*/4* hotels (18 nts), night buses (2 nts) MEALS : 8 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 8 dinners NOTE : This is an independent voluntour

THE PROJECT This NGO provides low-cost meals to around 500 disadvantaged members of the community. This offers provides nutritious meals for those in need on a daily basis, and volunteers play an important part in ensuring the smooth running of the operation.

Combine seeing the sights and taking in the smells of culture-haven Vietnam with volunteering for a week with an organisation that seeks to better the lives of those in need. Learn how to cook Vietnamese cuisine and serve the local community, and explore Ho Chi Minh City as well as the limestone-clad waters of Halong Bay. Days 1-6 Ho Chi Minh City Transfer from Ho Chi Minh City Airport to your accommodation and get all settled in before kicking off your volunteering experience the following day. From Days 2-6 you’ll spend the week working with an NGO that provides low-cost meals to those in need. Help to prepare and serve cheap, nutritious meals and assist with clean-ups in this rewarding programme that relies heavily on help and donations. (5B, 5L, 6D)

Hanoi

Days 7-10 Ho Chi Minh City / Dalat After your week of hard work, enjoy a free day to relax and explore. Insider tip - make for 42 Nguyen Hue Boulevard, sit in one of the restaurants on its upper floors and admire the view. Arrive in Ben Tre the following day where you’ll take a boat ride through the Mekong Delta, observe local culture, and hop off to visit off the beaten track places. A motorboat will take you to the colourful floating market in Cai Rang on Day 9. It’s then on to Dalat, known as The City of Eternal Spring for its temperate climate. (2B, L, D)

L AO S

Hue Hoi An

Days 11-15 Dalat / Nha Trang / Hoi An Today, a motorcycle tour opens your eyes to waterfalls and floral gardens. Find your zen at the Truc Lam Meditation Centre, and see Paradise Lake, Elephant Waterfall and Linh An Pagoda. Learn about local life in the Chicken Minority Village before heading to beachfront Nha Trang the next day. Surrounded by rugged mountains and bays, you’ll be able to soak in hot springs and snorkel the coral reefs. Spend the next two days in Hoi An, navigating its temples and taking a bike tour through Vietnamese villages and countryside. (L)

Days 16-21 Hue / Hanoi It’s on to Vietnam’s former capital, Hue, where you’ll take a pagoda and tomb tour on Day 17. Visit famous tombs and scenic gardens before taking a tour of the Citadel of Hue. The next few days will see you enjoying a Vietnamese meal with a local family in Hanoi and cruising along Halong Bay for some swimming and kayaking. Your tour ends on Day 21. (B, 4L, D)

Nha Trang Dalat

Ho Chi Minh City

Tour Code: BAMVNV

HIGHLIGHTS

V IETNAM

CAM B O DIA

HELP THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

FLOATING MARKETS

NHA TRANG BEACH

HALONG BAY

Learn how to cook Vietnamese food and volunteer for a week with an NGO providing low-cost meals for the local community on a daily basis.

The colourful market of Cai Rang is the largest floating market belonging to the Mekong Delta, laden with exotic fruits and veggies.

Nha Trang lies on the southern coast of Vietnam, and its beaches are known for their crystalline waters. Make the most of the fab snorkelling.

A cruise to the iconic Halong Bay will see you swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, sunbathing and admiring a beautiful sunset.

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NEED TO KNOWS

TEACH CHILDREN IN LAOS PRICE FR £1,345

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION LUANG PRABANG, LAOS

PROJECT START DATE : Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION : Luang Prabang GETTING THERE : Return transfers from/to Luang Prabang airport included (arrive Friday before the project starts)

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Basic multi-share room at guesthouse (13+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Medical form and background check required STAY LONGER : Fr £170 per week

THE PROJECT

Plan and deliver conversational English lessons to kids in Luang Prabang, through storytelling, singing songs and playing games. While boys in Laos are able to become Buddhist novice monks to gain a quality education, girls are not admitted to temple schools. Support the learning of both girls and boys who are not enrolled in temple schools to learn English. Help to boost their employability, and spend free time exploring the beautiful temples of Luang Prabang, and swimming in the scenic pools of the Kuang Si waterfall.

L AO S

Luang Prabang

Tour Code: GVITCL

HIGHLIGHTS

ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS

TEACH CHILDREN ENGLISH

KUANG SI WATERFALL

Teach children English, learn about Buddhist practices and participate in a traditional ceremony honouring monks.

Spend your free time swimming in the sacred pools of the Kuang Si waterfall, and trek the forested hillsides of Laos.

VOLUNTEER WITH COMMUNITIES & BUDDHIST MONKS PRICE FR £1,345

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

GVI works with various educational organisations in Luang Prabang to support early childhood development, pre-primary and primary education. This project works in collaboration with the objectives of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including quality education, gender equality and decent work and economic growth.

LOCATION LUANG PRABANG, LAOS

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION : Luang Prabang GETTING THERE : Return transfers from/to Luang Prabang airport included (arrive Friday before project starts) ACCOMMODATION : Basic, multi-share room at guesthouse (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check and medical form

required STAY LONGER : Fr £170 per week

THE PROJECT

Mastering conversational English helps young professionals in Laos gain access to a greater variety of jobs. Based in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang, this project helps improve the monks’ future employability with its main focus being teaching conversational English to students of varying levels of ability. Girls are not admitted to temple schools in Laos, so this project also supports English language learning for girls in local schools. Make the most of your historic surroundings in your free time.

L AO S

Luang Prabang

Tour Code: GVIMON

HIGHLIGHTS

In collaboration with the United Nations Sustainable Development goals, GVI seeks to ensure quality primary and secondary education. It contributes to the United Nations goals relating to gender equality and decent work and economic growth. GVI also supports English language learning for girls in local schools seeing as girls are not permitted to attend temple schools in Laos.

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TEACH ENGLISH TO NOVICE MONKS

LUANG PRABANG TEMPLES

Help to boost the English speaking skills of students and Novice Buddhist Monks and get an insight into local culture.

Spend free time exploring the beautiful gilded temples of Luang Prabang. The Carriage House at Wat Xieng Thong is a must.

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NEED TO KNOWS

RAINFOREST, WILDLIFE & COMMUNITY CONSERVATION PRICE FR £464

DURATION 8-29 DAYS

LOCATION MERAPOH, MALAYSIA

PROJECT START DATE : Selected Sundays PROJECT LOCATION : Merapoh (approx. 225km from Kuala Lumpur)

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

GETTING THERE : Take the 10am bus from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu which stops for lunch at Merapoh ACCOMMODATION : Single-sex dorms (7+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day STAY LONGER : Fr £349 per week

THE PROJECT A grassroots organisation aiming to reduce poaching in the wildlife corridor between Taman Negara and the Titiwangsa Range. Thanks to the project’s efforts, over 200 snares have been deactivated, and over 800 animal signs have been GPSd.

Merapoh Calling all animal lovers! Join the anti-poaching brigade as you track human trails and search for animal tracks, including the likes of elephants, sun bears and tapir. Support the Batek Forest Tribe people, foraging and camping with the aboriginal tribe while learning about their customs and bush survival skills. Opt to take part in a cave excursion, where you may find some fantastic examples of limestone karsts. Why not combine this tour with our Perhentian Turtle Project on page 27?

M AL AYS IA

Kuala Lumpur

WE KNOW BECAUSE WE GO “There’s no better project if you want to see the rainforest in all its glory!”

Tour Code: KULTIG

HIGHLIGHTS

COMBAT ANIMAL POACHING

LIMESTONE CAVING EXCURSION

Head on jungle walks, collect valuable data, and learn all about our partner’s valuable work to protect endangered species.

Explore the beautiful limestone caves of the Merapoh region, some of which are home to internal rivers and waterfalls.

EJ, STORE MANAGER, CANTERBURY #Merapoh

ORANGUTAN REINTRODUCTION PROJECT PRICE FR £751

DURATION 10 DAYS

LOCATION BALIKPAPAN, INDONESIA

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Saturdays and Mondays. Ask your Travel Expert about 2019 dates PROJECT LOCATION : Balikpapan, Indonesia GETTING THERE : Included transfer from Balikpapan Airport to Samboja Lodge ACCOMMODATION : Shared or single bedrooms in Samboja Lodge (9 nts) MEALS : All meals included NOTE : Volunteers to provide TB, Hepatitis and HIV blood tests to take part

THE PROJECT INDO NES IAN B O R NEO

Based in East and Central Kalimantan, Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation aims to protect and conserve endangered orangutans. Volunteer with orangutans and sun bears in a rehabilitation centre located in the middle of the rainforest, and take part in reforestation efforts. Day-to-day activities may include husbandry work, landscaping activities, building feeding platforms, and planting fruit and timber trees.

Tour Code: ORAIND

HIGHLIGHTS

Balikpapan

HELP TO CONSERVE ORANGUTANS

SAMBOJA LODGE

Improve the living conditions of orangutans and sun bears with the world’s largest primate rescue and rehabilitation programme.

Stay in a beautiful lodge right in the middle of a rainforest that’s now home to lots of endemic animals and exotic birds.

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Working closely with the local community, the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation seeks to conserve the Bornean orangutan and its natural habitat through rescue, rehabilitation and reintroduction. Nearly 550 orangutans are currently in its care, and over 400 devoted staff dedicate their livelihoods to protect these endangered species. So far, they’ve rescued over 3,000 of them!

WORK WITH ENDANGERED ORANGUTANS PRICE FR £1,280

DURATION 2-4 WEEKS

LOCATION KUCHING, MALAYSIA

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : 5th and 19th of

each month PROJECT LOCATION : Matang Wildlife Centre,

Sarawak, Borneo GETTING THERE : Transfers from/to Kuching

airport included ACCOMMODATION : Guesthouse (2 nts), twin-share jungle chalet (12+ nts) MEALS : Meal allowance and kitchen facilities provided for self-catering NOTE : There’s no touching of orangutans as this runs contrary to efforts to rehabilitate them back to the wild, and carries risks for injury or disease to both animals and humans STAY LONGER : Fr £1,280 per fortnight

THE PROJECT Ginger but not always gingerly (they’re a pretty gung-ho bunch), the endangered orangutan is one of Borneo’s most-loved animals. Take up your working space in Kubah National Park and assist with crucial rehabilitation efforts for orangutans, sun bears, macaques and binturongs.

As a result of forest fires, mass deforestation, logging and mining, orangutan’s habitats and livelihoods have come under serious threat. Matang Wildlife Centre offers a safe space for orphaned and injured orangutans, as well as those rescued from dangerous conditions.

This project safeguards Borneo’s endangered orangutan population through the Matang Wildlife Centre’s rescue and rehabilitation programme. You’ll help with the enrichment process, building hammocks, swings and platforms as well as preparing food, cleaning enclosures and assisting with the overall care of the orangutans, sun bears, binturongs (bearcats) and macaques that live here. You’ll also get the chance to assist with organic farming, helping to enable the centre to become a more sustainable institution for future generations. Support that derives from volunteering helps the centre to build more enclosures to rescue more orangutans in need. The overriding aim of all of these activities is to help these incredible animals move one step closer to living independently.

Tour Code: KCHORA

THE LOWDOWN

M AL AYS IAN B O R NEO

• Work to rehabilitate rescued orangutans, sun bears and binturongs • Get involved with animal husbandry, enrichment and construction tasks • Help out with organic farming to ensure the centre remains sustainable • Stay in shared jungle chalets with fellow travellers • Learn all about the rescue and rehabilitation process from local staff • Travel during weekends off to Kuching and Kubah National Park

HIGHLIGHTS

Kuching

WORK WITH ORANGUTANS

STAY IN THE JUNGLE

LEARN ABOUT REHABILITATION

FREE TIME

Help to promote natural behaviours for the orangutans, and to improve the livelihoods of creatures that are under constant threat.

Get right back to nature and bed down in stilt jungle chalets, surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Kubah National Park.

Learn about the importance of this centre, and why it has to exist. First and foremost, this is space where animals learn how to live independently.

When you’re not working, spend your free weekends seeking out orchids, proboscis monkeys and bearded pigs in Bako National Park.

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EXPERIENCE BORNEO & CONSERVE ORANGUTANS PRICE FR £1,195

DURATION 14 DAYS

ROUTE KUCHING - KUCHING

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : 3rd of each month PROJECT LOCATION : Matang Wildlife

Centre, Sarawak GETTING THERE : Return transfers from/to Kuching airport included ACCOMMODATION : Basic, multi-share room in hostels, park lodges and longhouse lodges (13 nts) MEALS : 13 breakfasts, 12 lunches,13 dinners NOTE : There’s no touching of orangutans as this runs contrary to efforts to rehabilitate them back to the wild and carries risks for injury or disease to both animals and humans; itinerary may change depending on weather

THE PROJECT The success of Matang Wildlife Centre and Semenggoh Nature Reserve’s pioneering rehabilitation project can be clearly seen in the now thriving population of orangutans breeding in wild.

The crew at Matang Wildlife Centre have been training orphaned orangutans to survive in the wild for over 20 years, many of whom are now part of the thriving population in the surrounding reserve. Get involved, and spend a week under the rainforest canopy with the descendants of Borneo’s legendary headhunters. Days 1-3 Kuching / Matang Wildlife Centre Volunteering Project Arrive into Kuching and transfer to your accommodation. For the next couple of days, assist with the rehabilitation of our closest relatives, the orangutan, at the worldrenowned Matang Wildlife Centre in Kubah National Park. (2B, 2L, 3D)

Days 4-5 Bako National Park Take a short boat ride through winding mangrove swamps until you reach Sarawak’s oldest national park, Bako National Park. Next day, spend the morning trekking through the rainforest, admiring interesting flora and fauna en route, in search of the famous proboscis monkey. In the evening, transfer to the indigenous Malay community of Telok Serabang. (2B, 2L, 2D)

M AL AYS IAN B O R NEO

Days 6-7 Telok Serabang / Bidayuh Community Village Spend two days in the Malay community of Telok Serabang. Go snorkelling with green turtles, assist with beach clean-ups and work with the local school. Participate in night-time turtle patrols, get sweaty on jungle treks and make traditional jewellery with the community. Spend time with a Bidayuh community, one of the indigenous Dayak groups from Sarawak. Learn about their culture and check out the human skulls in their longhouse, kept from the head-hunting days of the past. (3B, 3L, 3D)

Telok Serabang

Days 9-12 Batang Ai National Park / Kuching Head into the jungle-clad hills of Batang Ai National Park to spot wild orangutans and more. Spend time with the Iban tribe, staying in their longhouse and learning how to cook, fish and make handicrafts. Freshen up with swims in nearby rivers and a good scrub under a waterfall. On Day 13, visit the Semenggoho Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, where you can get up close to the orangutans at feeding time. Afterwards travel on to vibrant Kuching, departing at any time on Day 14. (6B, 5L, 5D)

Bako N.P.

Kuching

Semenggoh National Reserve

Batang Ai N.P

Tour Code: KCHVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

Matang

ORANGUTAN REHABILITATION

BAKO NATIONAL PARK

BIDAYUH COMMUNITY VILLAGE

BATANG AI RAINFOREST

Visit two orangutan centres whose primary aim is to rehabilitate the endangered species. Help to feed them and clean their enclosures.

Spend the day trekking through the lush rainforest of Bako National Park, and admire the diverse flora and fauna as you stretch your legs.

Learn about the traditions of the Bidayuh community, one of the indigenous Dayak groups from Sarawak, and test your rhythm with traditional dancing.

Spend a week in the Batang Ai rainforest, and spot orangutans in the wild. Get the chance to learn traditional handicrafts and go fishing.

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PERHENTIAN ISLANDS TURTLE CONSERVATION PRICE FR £721

DURATION 2-6 WEEKS

LOCATION THE PERHENTIAN ISLANDS, MALAYSIA

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Mondays

(Apr-Sep) PROJECT LOCATION : Perhentian Islands GETTING THERE : Boat transfer between Kuala Besut and Perhentian Kecil included. Transfers from Kuala Lumpur not included.

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Shared room in turtle volunteer house, and basic beach shack at Nesting Beach (13+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day STAY LONGER : Fr £188 per week

THE PROJECT Perhentian Islands Help protect hawksbill and green turtle nesting sites and keep tabs on their movements using snorkel surveys. Activities on this project include taking part in intimate nighttime turtle watches to assist mother sea turtles to lay their eggs, and photographing the reptiles during surveys to collect data invaluable to the conservation effort to protect them. Want your work to reach a little further? Pair this project with Rainforest, Wildlife & Community Conservation on page 24, and take your good deeds to the mainland.

M AL AYS IA

Kuala Lumpur

This project seeks to improve understanding on the movements of the Perhentian’s turtle populations. As a result of their amazing work, 1,533 turtles have been sighted and 142 nests have been identified and protected. Over 40,000 turtle hatchlings were saved in 2017 alone, and over 1,500kg bags of rubbish have been cleared from their beaches. Join their adopt and name a turtle programme!

Tour Code: TURMAL

HIGHLIGHTS

TURTLE CONSERVATION

SLEEP ON THE BEACH

Hit the waters by kayak to scour the waters for endangered sea turtles, and help with the identification process.

We reckon a hammock on the beach is about as idyllic as it comes. Sleep under the stars and take in the Perhentian magic.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PERHENTIAN ISLANDS PRICE FR £307

DURATION 1+ WEEKS

LOCATION PERHENTIAN KECIL, MALAYSIA

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Mondays

(02Mar20-15Nov20) PROJECT LOCATION : Perhentian Kecil,

Malaysia GETTING THERE : Boat transfer between Kuala Besut and Perhentian Kecil included. Transfers from Kuala Lumpur not included. . ACCOMMODATION : Quad-share room in

volunteer house MEALS : 3 meals a day STAY LONGER : Fr £200 per week

THE PROJECT Perhentian Islands Support local communities by helping to develop sustainable living practices in the Perhentian Islands. Conduct environmental awareness talks for tourists, teaching locals about sustainability, paint murals, take part in beach clean-ups and eco snorkelling tours and help plan some English lessons. There are even recycling competitions with the local kids, so bring your A game! If you have a young family in tow, this is a great programme to consider.

M AL AYS IA

Kuala Lumpur

Tour Code: ECOPER

HIGHLIGHTS

ECO-AWARENESS TEACHING

TEACH ENGLISH

Help to educate the local community on sustainable living and conserving their fragile ecosystems.

Boost employment opportunities of locals by teaching English to local kids and helping to conduct eco education lessons.

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The Eco Education & Community Project provides environmental education to the local community. So far, they’ve cleared 371 bags of rubbish from the beaches, led over 1,000 hours of school clubs and organised educational trips to Kuala Lumpur for students and teachers. Looking ahead, this project seeks to register the school as a WWF Eco School.

FAMILIES WELCOME

NEED TO KNOWS

WILDLIFE RESCUE CENTRE PRICE FR £563

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION YOGYAKARTA, INDONESIA

PROJECT START DATE : Mondays PROJECT LOCATION : Yogyakarta, Indonesia GETTING THERE : Return transfers from Yogyakarta Airport included ACCOMMODATION : Share single-sex dorm

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

(6+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Proof of TB vaccinations & HIV test required; Medical Check Document required STAY LONGER : Fr £250 per week

THE PROJECT

The Widllife Rescue Centre rescues and rehabilitates gibbons, orangutans and sun bears confiscated from illegal ownership under the Protected Wildlife Law. Work closely with the local villages to help prepare the animals for rehabilitation, and assist in implementing their enrichment activities. Looking ahead, this centre strives to look for better ways to care for and protect the animals, while also benefitting the local community, in buidling improved enclosures, releasing more animals, and educating the community.

INDO NES IA

Yogyakarta

Deforestation has spelled out a huge threat to wild native animals for years, with vulnerable orphaned cubs taken from their homes and sold illegally into the exotic pet trade. In 2016 alone, this project rescued and housed 186 animals, confiscated and rescued 38 animals from the illegal wildlife trade, and released 20 animals back into the wild. It has also initiated a kids club to encourage sustainability.

Tour Code: WILIND

HIGHLIGHTS

LEARN ABOUT REHABILITATION

WORK WITH LOCAL VILLAGES

The Wildlife Rescue Centre will help you learn all about how to rehabilitate animals using enrichment processes.

Get to work collaboratively with local villages in your efforts to help rehabilitate endangered species back into the wild.

NEED TO KNOWS

TEACHING ENGLISH IN BALI PRICE FR £621

DURATION 1-2 WEEKS

LOCATION LES VILLAGE, BALI

PROJECT START DATE : Sundays PROJECT LOCATION : Les Village, Bali GETTING THERE : Transfers from/to Bali

airport included ACCOMMODATION : Twin-share seaside cottage with en suite (6+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER : Fr £472 per week

THE PROJECT Les Village Following the devastation of their coral reefs by cyanide fishing, the community of Les Village has overhauled its practices and is now running an eco-tourism programme. Volunteer as an English teacher for local fisher folk to help them pursue careers as guides in marine eco-tourism and in their plastic recycling programme. Sadly, reef rebuilding efforts have been adversely affected by plastic pollution, so their efforts are more important than ever before. You’ll also be teaching English to children and high school students.

Ubud Denpasar

Tour Code: BALVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

BALI

TEACH LOCALS ENGLISH

STAY IN A SEASIDE COTTAGE

By helping to teach local fisher folk English, you’ll be enabling them to train to become trained guides and facilitators.

Each night you’ll bed down in a seaside cottage, which will enable you to swim and snorkel at your own leisure.

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This marine eco tourism program in Les Village, Tejakula, aims to fortify the community’s reef rebuild and their sustainable ornamental fishing project. This programme teaches local fisher people and younger residents about sustainable fishing practices. It also aims to tackle plastic pollution, which has had devastating effects on their reef rebuilding work.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN INDONESIA PRICE FR £1,148

DURATION 2-4 WEEKS

ROUTE BALI, INDONESIA - BALI, INDONESIA

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Thursdays PROJECT LOCATION : Bali and Red Island GETTING THERE : Private airport pick-ups are included throughout the day, as well as local accommodation pick-ups in Kuta/Canggu area ACCOMMODATION : Shared rooms in surf camps and guesthouses (14+ nts) MEALS : 14 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 14 dinners STAY LONGER : Fr £1,670 per fortnight

THE PROJECT ORCA365 predominantly aims to educate its guests and the communities they visit in Indonesia on the prevalence and risks of ocean plastics. As a volunteer, you’ll get to work with a nationally-recognised, government-run turtle sanctuary program. You’ll also get the chance to teach English to local children and young adults as part of their project.

Join the ranks of ethically-minded ORCA365 (Ocean Rescue and Community Action) and work alongside locals to teach English to kids and young adults, organise beach clean-ups and monitor newborn turtles. Stay for either two or four weeks in Bali and Red Island, or extend your trip to include Nusa Lembongan and Lombok. Days 1-3 Bali / Ubud / Kintimani / Red Island After settling into your accommodation, start the work on Day 2 with a training workshop to hone your English teaching skills, followed by a day trip to Ubud and included visits to the Tegalalang Rice Terrace and Kintmani village. The next day, walk the waves on an early morning surfing session then transfer to Pulau Merah (Red Island). Head over to East Java later in the day to meet the local community and dine with them in the evening before returning to Pulau Merah. (2B, 3L, 3D)

Days 4-10 Red Island / Songgon / Red Island Kick off with more teacher training before getting to know your surroundings on a local village tour. Lesson time is at 4pm! The next few days will see you sampling coffee on a Red Island Plantation, rafting at Badeng Adventure Park, taking an early morning hike up Mount ljen, exploring Red Island and teaching English to students. On Day 7, you’re off to the Turtle Sanctuary which means it’s a very early start to learn about ORCA’s conservation work in helping to protect endangered sea turtles. Transfer back to Red Island this afternoon. On Day 9, enjoy a day tour around local attractions such as Monkey Forest. Tonight, get started on your evening English lessons and enjoy a dinner with the students at camp. Depart for Mount Bromo after breakfast on Day 10. (7B, 7L, 7D)

Ijen Volcano

Mt. Bromo EAS T JAVA

Kalibaru

Red Island

HIGHLIGHTS

Lombok

4-week option

WE KNOW BECAUSE WE GO

Another early start is on the cards for your guided Mt. Bromo summit trek to Seruni Point. Return to Red Island for more teaching sessions on Day 12, and participate in a group beach clean-up in the afternoon. Set off on an informative Red Island Rocks Walk with local guides and the ORCA programme leaders. On Day 13, head to Lost Paradise beach for a spot of snorkelling, swimming, and a boat trip to a secluded bay. Day 14 is a chance to review the teaching programme, and to take part in a beach community clean-up to learn about plastic waste and re-purposing. Depart for Canggu at midday and end the trip on Day 15. (5B, 4L, 4D)

Tour Code: ORCIND

LO MBOK

Nusa Lembongan INDO NES IA

Days 11-15 Red Island / Canggu

BAL I

Canggu

”Staying in surf camps, cleaning up beaches, releasing baby turtles... this was the coolest trip I’ve ever done. Proving that you can have beach hair and care, it was the best bits of Bali combined with making a real hands-on difference in remote areas.” HANNAH, GLOBAL COPYWRITER, LONDON HQ #Bali

TEACH ENGLISH

WHITE WATER RAFTING

VISIT A TURTLE SANCTUARY

MOUNT BROMO CLIMB

Stay on the beach at Mojo Surf’s Red Island Camp, learning to surf and teaching English to children and young adults.

Feel the thrill of fast rapids with a half-day white water rafting excursion at the Badeng Adventure Park in Songgon.

Meet the rangers who help to look after endangered sea turtles. If nature is in your favour, you might even watch baby hatchlings before sunrise!

Set your alarms early for a two hour trek up the staggering Mount Bromo. Watch the sun rise over the mountain and take in the astonishing views.

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE PHILIPPINES PRICE FR £794

DURATION 10 DAYS

ROUTE MANILA - MANILA

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION : Manila, Enchanted Farm, San Felipe in Zambales GETTING THERE : Airport transfers are available on request, ask your Travel Expert at time of booking. Otherwise, make your own way to Z Hostel Makati by 5pm ACCOMMODATION : Basic single-sex dorms with shared bathroom and air con (9 nts) MEALS : All meals included except snacks

THE PROJECT This project seeks to help some of the poorest areas of the Philippines by promoting sustainable tourism. They don’t just want to save the environment, they want to involve marginalised communities in doing so, making sure they have the tools they need to benefit from it by opening up opportunities for work in tour guiding, cooking, cultural performing and crafting.

There are always things we can do to make sure that fewer trees are cut down in unsustainable ways, and that less plastic is dumped in the oceans. Take time out of your globetrotting schedule to support enterprising community projects that educates and encourages sustainable entrepreneurship in the Philippines. Days 1-2 Manila Start strong with visits to two fantastic initiatives in the capital. First, head to The Ruins, an art centre which promotes the arts and creativity and offers free art workshops to local street children. Then, head on to an Urban Greens exhibit, an urban garden exhibit that grows fresh fruit and vegetables. On Day 2, take a bike tour of Old Manila with Bambike, an innovative social enterprise that creates bamboo bicycles. Bike through Manila’s historic Old City of Intramuros to learn about Filipino history. Make your way to the home of the NGO Gawad Kalinga in the afternoon. Roll up your sleeves for a Filipino cooking session, or assist in supporting the community’s compost project. The GKonomics platform also resides here which allows volunteers, social entrepreneurs, corporations and schools to work with underprivileged communities. (B, 2L, 2D)

San Felipe

Days 3-5 GK Enchanted Farm / SEED You’ll spend the next two days with the GK Silver Heights community. Learn how to cook tasty Filipino dishes, make peanut butter from scratch and converse with the locals. Spend Day 5 with SEED students, a mecca for social entrepreneurs. Learn all about the peaks and troughs local businesses face, and even more unique recipes to try your hand at. It’s on to the beach at Zambales that afternoon, a surfing hub! (2B, 3L, 2D)

Enchanted Farm

Manila

Days 6-10 San Felipe Zambales / Manila

WE KNOW BECAUSE WE GO

Take a lesson in vegetable farming, harvest some produce and peruse the local market for a feast you’ll make with your guide that evening. Learn about Seed Nation the next day, a table-to-farm movement that seeks to create sustainable communities. On Day 8, trek through volcanic ash and rivers to the Aeta indigenous community, enjoy lunch with them. Sing along to tribal songs, have a go at native archery and learn about herbal medicines. Bring along any seeds from the previous day and help the tribe in their efforts to plant a new rainforest! The next day is all yours to relax - go surfing or have some beach time before heading home on Day 10. (6B, 5L, 5D)

Tour Code: MNLSUS

HIGHLIGHTS

PHIL IPPINES

“My highlight was the trek to a remote community where we spent time with them and supported reforestation efforts by planting bamboo. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a real local experience.” VIKKI, ASSISTANT PRODUCT MANAGER, LONDON HQ nes

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MANILA BIKE TOUR

GK ENCHANTED FARM

AETA COMMUNITY TREK

BEACH CLEAN-UP

Take an exclusive bike tour through Old Manila with Bambike, an amazing initiative that creates bamboo bicycles. Learn all about local history!

Spend two days at GK Enchanted Farm, a social initiative that seeks to eradicate poverty and promote sustainable practices.

Take a trek through volcanic ash and rivers to the Aeta tribe of Yangil. Learn about herbal medicine and help with reforestation efforts.

Participate in a beach clean up in the popular surfing village of San Felipe Zambales. Reward your efforts with sunset drinks and live music.

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VOLUNTEER ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN NEPAL PRICE FR £1,215

DURATION 1-4 WEEKS

LOCATION POKHARA, NEPAL

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Saturdays

(arrive Friday) PROJECT LOCATION : Pokhara, Nepal GETTING THERE : Return airport or bus park transfers included (pick-up 8am-5pm)

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share room in homestay with shared bathroom (7+ nts MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required; good level of fitness required STAY LONGER : Fr £180 per week

THE PROJECT

The effects of the 2015 Nepal earthquake are still felt in some areas of the country. You can help to renovate and repair schools in and around Pokhara to create a more effective learning environment for young students. Join other volunteers at the foot of the Himalayas to construct new desks or renovate classrooms, libraries, or bathrooms at local schools. This valuable construction work is requested by local educational institutions to improve the health and safety of these learning environments. Tour Code: PKRCON

HIGHLIGHTS

NEPAL

Pokhara

ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

This ethically-run construction project seeks to ensure that educational buildings are inclusive, and safe for all.

Go trekking, paragliding or bungee jumping in the Himalayas and canoe or kayak down the Gandaki river.

VOLUNTEER WITH CHILDREN IN NEPAL PRICE FR £739

DURATION 2-24 WEEKS

GVI has collaborated with local schools in Pokhara to help achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of providing quality education across the world. This objective aims to build and upgrade education facilities that are child, disability and gendersensitive and provide safe, non-violent, inclusive and effective learning environments for everyone.

LOCATION KATHMANDU, NEPAL

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Sundays PROJECT LOCATION : Kathmandu, Nepal GETTING THERE : Return airport transfers included (selected times) ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorms in volunteer

house (14+ nts) MEALS : 12 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners NOTE : This tour is aimed at first-time volunteers aged 18-24; background check required STAY LONGER : Fr £153 per week

THE PROJECT

Nepal is the land of monkeys and monks, stupas and steeds, and some of the world’s friendliest people. On this volunteering project, you’ll assist with spoken English in a Nepalese school and help to organise creative projects. Get the students excited about learning through storytelling, painting and drawing. You can even opt for a trip to Pokhara, a hub for trekkers and mountain climbers from all over the world. Family-friendly itineraries are also possible, so ask your Travel Expert for the full details. Tour Code: KTVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

NEPAL

Kathmandu

TEACH LOCAL CHILDREN

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

Support local teachers by helping to lead creative activities, fun games and English lessons to Nepalese children.

Enjoy a Henna-making class, learn about traditional dress styles and take part in a cooking demonstration.

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Our partner seeks to ensure that volunteering and tourism not only benefit international travellers, but also provide opportunities for social development in India and Nepal by supporting various social organisations. As a volunteer, you’ll help to improve the quality of education within local communities. Conduct English and Arts and Crafts lessons, using interactive and creative learning techniques.

THE INDIA EXPERIENCE & ADVENTURE DURATION 15 DAYS

ROUTE NEW DELHI - GOA

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £1,204

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Selected Fridays PROJECT LOCATION : Jaipur, India GETTING THERE : Return airport transfers included in New Delhi and Goa (selected times) ACCOMMODATION : Shared rooms in Delhi (2 nts), Agra (1 nt), Jaipur (6 nts), tent in Pushkar (weather depending) (1 nt), Goa (4 nts) MEALS : 14 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners NOTE : This trip is aimed at first time volunteers aged 18-24. Background check required. Family-friendy itinerary available

THE PROJECT This project seeks to improve the livelihoods of local communities through renovation tasks and beautification projects for local schools and day centres, and running creative art workshops for local kids.

Get a taste for India’s brash yet vivid contrasts, and lend your support to a community project in Jaipur while you’re at it. From traffic caused by goats to gorgeous sunsets on Goa’s golden beaches, few countries leave their mark quite like this one. Days 1-3 New Delhi / Agra / Jaipur

New Delhi Jaipur

Freshly landed or not, New Delhi is always going to be a jolt to the senses, with noise, traffic and chaos to match its massive population. Take to the streets with a guide on Day 2 and drive past India Gate, Parliament House, Gandhi Museum, Birla Temple, the President’s Palace and Raj Ghat - the memorial built in honour of Mahatma Gandhi. After lunch, travel to Agra by express train and feast your eyes on the Taj Mahal, on Day 3 before heading to rust-red Agra Fort. Next up is Jaipur, clothed in pink stucco and nicknamed the Pink City. (2B, D)

Agra

Pushkar

INDIA

Days 4-8 Jaipur One of India’s most important heritage sites, Jaipur is also where you’ll be donning your volunteering hat. Days often start with morning yoga, followed by about five hours of volunteering a day. What tasks you end up doing will depend on what the project needs and what your strengths are, so you can be safe in the knowledge that you’re making an effective change. After your work is done, afternoons are cleared out to make room for cultural activities, aimed at giving you a better appreciation of the region’s culture and traditions. These include Bollywood dance lessons, a traditional dress photo session and henna painting classes. Included excursions also include visits to the Wind Palace and Amber Fort, a rickshaw through Jaipur’s bazaars and an evening dinner with a local family. On your last day, visit a rural family farm and enjoy a homecooked meal. (5B, 5L, 3D)

Goa

Days 9-15 Pushkar / New Delhi / Goa Drive on to Pushkar and wander its market before embarking on a camel safari where you’ll spend the night camping after a barbecue. A guided tour of Pushkar on Day 10 will take you to the Holy Lake and its surrounding temples, as well as the colourful Brahma temple. Spend the next four days lounging on Goa’s beaches, exploring Old Goa’s churches and famous monuments, touring a spice plantation, and paying a visit to a family of Goan fisherman. The voluntour comes to an end on Day 15, where southern India becomes your oyster. (B, 2D)

Tour Code: DELINZ

HIGHLIGHTS

TAJ MAHAL

JAIPUR VOLUNTEERING

CAMEL SAFARI

SPICE PLANTATION

This astonishing piece of architecture took 20,000 masons, stone carvers and artists to build it, over the course of 20 years.

Volunteering activities may include school renovation projects, holding a fun fair for children, or helping to run creative workshops for them.

Hop on a camel safari through sandy ravines and local villages, take in the colourful landscape and bed down in a tent under a starry sky.

Get your spice on for a Spice Plantation tour in beach-clad Goa, and learn all about how different spices in the Indian cuisine are cultivated.

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NEED TO KNOWS

TEACH CHILDREN IN JAIPUR PRICE FR £697

DURATION 2-24 WEEKS

LOCATION JAIPUR

PROJECT START DATE : Selected Mondays PROJECT LOCATION : Jaipur, India GETTING THERE : Return airport transfers included (selected times) ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorms in volunteer

house (14+ nts)

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

MEALS : 13 breakfasts, 9 lunches,13 dinners NOTE : This tour is aimed at first-time volunteers aged 18-24; background check required STAY LONGER : Fr £160 per week

THE PROJECT New Delhi Based in Jaipur, this varied and hands-on adventure will give you a real taste of India as well as the chance to help teach and inspire disadvantaged children. Working for roughly five hours a day, you’ll help to boost the students’ English and maths skills and engage them with sport and creative activities. You’ll also get the chance to see iconic sights including the Taj Mahal in Agra and Pushkar’s holy lake and bathing ghats, as well as opt to take part in henna, yoga and Hindi workshops.

Jaipur INDIA

This volunteering project seeks to enhance the education of local communities in Jaipur. Volunteers can teach English, Maths and computer skills to underprivileged children, help to conduct bridge courses for school drop-outs, ensure that regular health checkups take place in cooperation with local doctors and hospital staff, and create a basic awareness of hygiene amongst the children.

Tour Code: JAICHI

HIGHLIGHTS

TEACH LOCAL KIDS

CULTURAL WORKSHOPS

Help to boost the quality of education for local children by helping them out with their English and maths skills.

Take part in cultural workshops, including a Hindi workshop, a Henna making workshop, two hours of yoga and cooking demo.

NEED TO KNOWS

GOA BEACH & VOLUNTEER PRICE FR £697

DURATION 2-24 WEEKS

LOCATION GOA, INDIA

PROJECT START DATE : Selected Mondays PROJECT LOCATION : Goa, India GETTING THERE : Return airport transfers included (selected times) ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorms in volunteer

house (13+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : This tour is aimed towards first-time volunteers aged 18-24. Background check required STAY LONGER : Fr £172 per week

THE PROJECT

Given the underfunding and mismanagement of Goa’s public services, Goa’s rural areas are rife with poverty and illiteracy. Work to improve the future prospects of children by helping them to develop crucial English, maths and computer skills, as well as a deeper understanding of health, wellbeing and nutrition. You also may be helping children with mental and physical disabilities with recreational activities including drawing and art, as well as helping them to eat and be mobile.

INDIA

Goa

This project helps to boost local children’s future prospects by improving their quality of education. Volunteers can assist local teachers with the students’ English and maths lessons, as well as by supporting the children’s emotional wellbeing. You may also work in schools for children with learning difficulties.

Tour Code: GOIGOA

HIGHLIGHTS

BOOST LIVES OF LOCALS

MORNING YOGA CLASSES

Help to empower local communities by volunteering in local schools. Support teachers and teach kids English and maths.

Boost your day with morning yoga classes in India for a bright and energised start. Fully ace that downward dog.

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WOMENS EMPOWERMENT PROJECT IN INDIA PRICE FR £1,395

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION KERALA, INDIA

PROJECT START DATE : Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION : Kerala, India GETTING THERE : Return transfers to/from Kochi Airport included (selected times) ACCOMMODATION : Shared dorms

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE: Background check required; medical form required STAY LONGER : Fr £300 per fortnight

THE PROJECT GVI works in collaboration with women’s empowerment groups and schools in the city of Kochi to help fight against gender discrimination against women and girls. This project works in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to put an end to this unjust discrimination, and to eliminate gender disparities in education, directly supporting the UN’s Quality Education objective. Help to play a part in this fantastic initiative to promote gender equality.

INDIA

As a volunteer, you’ll take part in educational and healthcare initiatives to increase gender equality in the Southern Indian state of Kerala. Help to conduct professional development and health workshops with local women and coach young children in local schools. You may be teaching subjects including computer and business skills as well as literacy and numeracy skills, to help boost their employability and education. Your role here will also help to facilitate open discussions surrounding gender roles and consent.

Kochi

S R I L ANK A

Tour Code: GVIWOM

HIGHLIGHTS

HELP TO EMPOWER WOMEN

ADVENTURE TRIPS IN KERALA

Promote gender equality through professional development workshops, and conversing openly about gender disparities.

Spend your weekends heading off on outdoor adventures in Kerala. Choose from trekking, rafting, kayaking and diving.

ELEPHANT CONSERVATION IN SRI LANKA PRICE FR £764

DURATION 1-12 WEEKS

LOCATION WASGAMUWA NATIONAL PARK

ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE : Mondays PROJECT LOCATION : Wasgamuwa National

Park, Sri Lanka GETTING THERE : Transfers during the project dates between sites ACCOMMODATION : Shared dorms in a field house, or field camp when there are 14+ volunteers (7+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Moderate level of fitness desirable STAY LONGER : Fr £282 per week

THE PROJECT S R I L ANK A

Based in the wild Wasgamuwa National Park, this programme aims to encourage a harmonious relationship between humans and elephants. Get fully immersed into this wonderful conservation project, where you’ll be helping to conserve and monitor the behaviours of local wildlife using GPS, cameras, sound traps, remote sensors and, more traditionally, tracking animal trails. The ultimate aim of this project is to reduce conflict and safeguard these animals from potential dangers such as lethal electric fences. Tour Code: CMBVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

Wasgamuwa National Park Colombo

HELP TO SAFEGUARD ELEPHANTS

HEAD ON JUNGLE TREKS

Analyse elephant movements, assist in Electric Fence Monitoring, and help to process Elephant Identification Data.

Get your metaphorical wildlife goggles on jungle treks, where you’ll look out for signs of elephants, leopards and more.

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Our partners here have collaborated with the Sri Lankan Wildlife Conservation Society (SLWCS) to conduct daily ecological research on the life of Asian elephants in Wasgamuwa National Park. These elephants face dangers on a daily basis. This project ultimately seeks to protect and conserve the livelihoods of these giants, and create a harmonious relationship between themselves and humans.

VOLUNTOUR CHINA PANDAS PRICE FR £1,408

DURATION 12 DAYS

ROUTE CHENGDU - BEIJING

ASIA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Thursdays

and Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION : Dujiangyan City (approx.

65km from Chengdu) GETTING THERE : Pick-up from Mr Panda hostel in Chengdu, transfer to project and transport throughout included ACCOMMODATION : Twin-share accommodation at panda centre, or private room option available (4 nts), hostels and guesthouses (5 nts), tent on Great Wall (1 nt), sleeping berth on overnight train (1 nt) MEALS : 3 breakfasts NOTE : All bedding, sleeping bags and mats provided during Great Wall camping

THE PROJECT The Dujiangyan Panda Centre, spanning approximately 126 acres, aims to conserve the endangered Giant Panda species, and to successfully rehabilitate these creatures into the wild. They work to prevent diseases and analyse panda behaviours for their research.

This voluntour gets you up close with the magnificent giant pandas of Dujiangyan. Help the rangers clean enclosures and feed these vulnerable big balls of fluff, and get the chance to visit some of China’s most sought-after attractions, including the Terracotta Warriors and the mammoth 13,171-mile long Great Wall. Days 1-4 Chengdu / Dujiangyan Transfer from Mr. Panda hostel in Chengdu to the Dujiangyan Panda Research Centre, the only care, disease prevention and control institute for giant pandas in the world. A guide will help you to familiarise yourself with your surroundings and the public transport system. Over the next couple of mornings, work closely with the giant pandas, feeding them regularly and cleaning their enclosures. During the afternoons, help rangers with general maintenance work depending on the centre’s needs. Enjoy free time after the programme ends at about 3.30PM. (3B)

Beijing

Dengfeng Xi’an

Days 5 Dujiangyan / Chengdu Wave goodbye to the pandas and collect your certificate from the reserve in recognition of your efforts. After lunch, meet the rest of your group and return to the thriving city of Chengdu, where you’re free to explore. Relax in a teahouse, sample the tasty cuisine, or head to the historic Shrine of the Marquis Wu, constructed to celebrate Zhuge Liang’s wisdom.

Dujiangyan City

Chengdu

Days 6-7 Xi’an Arrive in Xi’an and opt to explore the tomb of Emperor Jingdi, home to over 81 burial pits, or volunteer at a care home, Star Sun Home. Later, the city’s nightlife awaits along with the warren-like Muslim quarter, the imposing Great Mosque and the Silk Road market. The following morning, visit the world-famous Terracotta Warriors before taking a bike ride atop the Ming Dynasty city walls.

Days 8-12 Dengfeng / Shaolin Temple / Beijing / Great Wall Head to the famous Shaolin Temple area to learn the national sport of kung fu with esteemed Shaolin masters. Take a whistlestop Mandarin lesson and hike to Dharma Cave, a spiritual spot for Buddhist pilgrims. Arrive in Beijing on Day 10 and take a hike along the Great Wall before setting up camp (May-Sep only. In Mar-Apr & Oct-Nov, stay in a guesthouse at the foot of the wall). Start Day 11 watching sunrise over the wall, then return to Beijing for a visit to the Olympic Stadium plus a mind-bending acrobatics performance. Day12 is home time! Tour Code: PEKPAN

HIGHLIGHTS

CARE FOR VULNERABLE PANDAS

KUNG FU LESSON

THE TERRACOTTA WARRIORS

GREAT WALL OF CHINA

Clean their enclosures, prepare their food, and assist in The Dujiangyan Panda Research Centre’s efforts to reintroduce pandas back into the wild.

Limber up for a kung fu lesson from the one and only Shaolin Masters. Stretch those limbs and learn from those who know how to do it best!

The Terracotta Warriors are a colossal collection of lifesized terracotta sculptures of the imperial guard troops of Emperor Qin Shi Huang.

Take a hike along The Great Wall of China as the sun is setting, and pitch a tent for the night. And, you’ll get to catch it at sunrise!

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VOLUNTEERING

Africa

SEYCHELLES GHANA KENYA MALDIVES

TANZANIA ZAMBIA

NAMIBIA ZIMBABWE

MADAGASCAR

SOUTH AFRICA

Projects in Africa span land, sea and cities. Step up your wildlife warrior game in the Maasai Mara and get your whistle ready for sport coaching programmes in South Africa.

SOUTH AFRICA VOLUNTOUR PRICE FR £1,653

DURATION 18 DAYS

ROUTE CAPE TOWN - CAPE TOWN

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Thursdays PROJECT LOCATION: Amakhala Game Reserve (Eastern Cape), Cape Town GETTING THERE: Airport transfer from Cape Town International Airport and all transfers included ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share dorms in hostels and lodges (17 nts) MEALS : 8 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners

THE PROJECT This volunteering programme is the beating heart of the Amakhala Game Reserve. Not only does it work to manage and monitor game all year round, it also runs a community project - the Isipho Centre - that gives support to vulnerable children and people affected by HIV AIDS.

Travel through the wilds of South Africa, and get to work on a volunteering programme on the Eastern Cape. Either side of your volunteering, look for elephants, go canoeing, visit the forests of Tsitsikamma National Park and get your grapes in order on Route 62, the wine route equivalent of The Oscars. Days 1-5 Cape Town / Sedgefield / Jeffreys Bay The voluntour starts in Cape Town, where you’ll get to know the city and your group on an included walking tour on Day 2. The following day, head east and go canoeing in the lagoons, estuaries and rivers of Wilderness, now part of Garden Route National Park. Overnight in nearby Sedgefield then continue along the Garden Route to Jeffreys Bay, stopping at Knysna Heads and the world’s highest bungy bridge. On Day 5, go surfing at Jeffreys Bay and spot elephants in Addo Elephant National Park.

Days 6-11 Amakhala Game Reserve (Eastern Cape) Time to roll your sleeves up with your volunteering project! Your average day will start with breakfast before leaving for the reserve at 7.30am. Daily tasks include tracking lions and identifying areas suitable for vegetation surveys. You’ll also help with maintenance work, bird behaviour surveys, anti-poaching control and predator monitoring. (6B, 6L, 6D)

S O UTH AFR ICA

Days 12-14 Addo Elephant Park / Oudtshoorn / Cape Town Continue the safari with a trip back to Addo Elephant National Park. On top of the 550 resident ellies, the park is also home to lion, buffalo, spotted hyenas and even rare black rhino. After an optional ziplining opportunity, pay a visit to a working ostrich farm to learn more about the world’s largest bird. On Day 14, start the day with an optional elephant walk, visit the Cango Caves then slurp your way down wine-rich Route 62 to Cape Town.

Addo National Park

Cape Town

Amakhala Game Reserve

Oudtshoorn Sedgefield

Days 15-18 Cape Town

Jeffreys Bay

Make the most of two free days in Cape Town (and a free surfing lesson for the wave curious) before gearing up for a full-day tour of the Cape Peninsula which, yes, includes the penguins at Boulders Beach. Yay! The trip comes to an end on Day 18. (2B, 2L, 2D)

Tour Code: CPTAFR

HIGHLIGHTS

BIG 5 CONSERVATION

CANOEING

ADDO ELEPHANT PARK

BOULDERS BEACH PENGUINS

Work on a Big 5 reserve on the Eastern Cape, with daily tasks including tracking lions with telemetry devices and helping with anti-poaching control.

Explore the lagoons and rivers of Wilderness by canoe, then return to the water on your project in Amakhala to conduct bird behaviour surveys.

Since 1931, elephant numbers at Addo have rocketed to an impressive 600 from just 11 thanks to ongoing conservation efforts.

Look, penguins are hilarious and adorable and that’s that. Watch them waddle to the sea, frantically digging nests and generally being legends.

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HELP CHILDREN IN CAPE TOWN DURATION 10-52 DAYS

LOCATION CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £599

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Mondays (arrive Thursday for 3-day orientation) PROJECT LOCATION: Noordhoek, Cape Town (approx. 35km south of Cape Town) GETTING THERE: Transfers from Cape Town International Airport included ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share room in volunteer house with lounge and kitchen. Private room upgrade available at extra cost (subject to availability) (9+ nts) MEALS : Breakfasts and dinners NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £497 per week

THE PROJECT

If you want to work with children and have a knack for storytelling, organising rounders tournaments or bashing out a few questionable tunes on the recorder, listen up. This day care centre in Cape Town loves to welcome volunteers who are keen to get involved in the daily teaching and entertaining of visiting teens and youngsters.

Run by the women of Masiphumelele, this day centre, like may others, was opened to care for children who moved into the community from rural areas or as refugees from other African countries. Volunteers are invaluable here, and often help to ease the burden that comes with the lack of resources.

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YOGA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, ORGANIC VEGETABLE GARDENS (CPTYOG) Based on a farm across the street from a community of 40,000 people living in shacks. Take part in community development programmes aimed at reducing poverty, work in organic vegetable gardens that provide free meals to the elderly, the very young and the sick, and enjoy regular yoga and mediation sessions. 18+ days Fr £1,093

Based in a township 35km from central Cape Town, this project is run in a day care centre and provides a safe space for infants, children and teenagers from various backgrounds. Some will come from abusive homes, others from homes dealing with the devastating effects of HIV/AIDS. Create a caring environment by assisting teachers and developing the children’s creative skills through painting and playing games. And with evenings and weekends free, you’ll have plenty of time to cross off some Cape Town musts. Take a hike (or a cable car) up Table Mountain, head out to visit the penguins of Boulders Beach, and spend at least a couple of nights soaking up units and atmosphere in the bars of Long Street. We recommend spending at least two weeks at this project.

Tour Code: CPTHFO

THE LOWDOWN •W ork in a township crèche in the mornings and day care in the afternoons • Help with feeding and afternoon naps (not for you, for the kids) • Stay in a volunteer house, with an outdoor pool, a terrace and a hammock • Weekends and evenings free to relax with your fellow volunteers • Full-day Cape Peninsula tour and one surf lesson included

HIGHLIGHTS

S O UTH

AFR ICA

Cape Town

WORK WITH CHILDREN

VOLUNTEER HOUSE

CAPE PENINSULA

FREE TIME

Create a caring environment for children of various backgrounds, and join in with teaching tasks, play and creative arts sessions.

Stay at a social volunteer house with other project workers, complete with an outdoor pool and a hammock for relaxing downtimes.

An included Cape Peninsula tour will show you the beauty of the surrounding cape, with stunning views and native wildlife sightings guaranteed.

It’s not all work and no play! See the city the way you want to with evenings and weekends free. And take advantage of a free surfing lesson!

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FOOTBALL FOR AFRICA PRICE FR £599

DURATION 10-52 DAYS

LOCATION CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

PROJECT START DATE: Mondays (arrive Thursday for 3-day orientation) PROJECT LOCATION: Kensington, Cape Town GETTING THERE: Return transfers from/to

airport included

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Mixed, multi-share room in volunteer house with communal kitchen and lounge, or homestay (9+ nts) MEALS : Breakfasts and dinners NOTE : Background check required

NAM IB IA

STAY LONGER: Fr £497 per week

B OTS WANA

THE PROJECT

S O UTH

One of the host cities of 2010’s FIFA World Cup, Cape Town is still flying high on football fever. Use the beautiful game to connect with local young people from underprivileged backgrounds, and help to instil focus, drive and dedication among them. Working at a school in Kensington on the outskirts of Cape Town, you’ll help to inspire the local youth by coaching and mentoring them. To get the most out of your experience, we recommend staying for at least two weeks. Weekends are free for you to visit Cape Town’s sights.

AFR ICA

Cape Town

Coaches on this project use football as a tool for social and personal transformation in schools and high-risk communities in Cape Town’s townships. By building rapport and gaining trust, coaches and volunteers become mentors to help guide impressionable youth towards a better future.

Tour Code: CPTSOC

HIGHLIGHTS

WORK IN AT-RISK COMMUNITIES

FREE TIME

Bring vulnerable young people together through sport, and become a positive role model in their personal development.

When you’re not manning the line, spend your time exploring Cape Town. We recommend a grapehappy trip to the Winelands.

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HEALING THROUGH HORSES PRICE FR £1,094

DURATION 18-88 DAYS

LOCATION CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

PROJECT START DATE: Mondays, except school holidays (arrive Thursday for 3-day orientation) PROJECT LOCATION: Cape Town, South Africa GETTING THERE: Return transfers from/to

airport included ACCOMMODATION: Single-sex, twin-share volunteer house or cabin (17+ nts) MEALS: Self-catering. Volunteers receive R100 per day to cover breakfast and dinner NAM IB IA B OTS WANA

NOTE: Background check required; prior horse experience required; this programme sells fast so book early STAY LONGER: Fr £497 per week

THE PROJECT S O UTH

This specialised project provides free riding lessons and therapy for children and adults with disabilities. Based at a non-profit organisation in Constantia, you’ll help kids gain the confidence they need to ride. Each child needs the help of three designated staff members, but the project is often severely under-staffed which is where you come in! You’ll also help to feed and groom the horses as well as clear out their stables. Experience working with horses is an advantage, but all new volunteers will be trained.

AFR ICA

Cape Town

WE KNOW BECAUSE WE GO

Tour Code: CPTHTH

HIGHLIGHTS

A voluntary, not-for-profit organisation giving free riding lessons for people with disabilities, helping them to build their confidence and experience freedom of movement.

HELP KIDS WITH DISABILITIES

CAPE TOWN ORIENTATION

Each rider has a special bond with their horse. For some, it’s the first unaffected relationship they’ve ever experienced.

Find your feet with a walking tour of the city, a day trip of the surrounding area and tips and tricks for your South African stay.

“The confidence this project gives to the children is amazing. I felt so valued.” YVONNE, PRODUCT MANAGER, FRANKFURT dHope

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NEED TO KNOWS

PENGUIN RESCUE PRICE FR £2,399

DURATION 45-87 DAYS

LOCATION CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

PROJECT START DATE: Mondays (arrive Thursday for 3-day orientation) PROJECT LOCATION: Table View, Cape Town (approx. 20km from city centre) GETTING THERE: Return transfers from/to

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

airport included ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share dorm in volunteer house (44+ nts) MEALS : Breakfasts and dinners STAY LONGER: Fr £700 per fortnight

N AM IB IA B OTS WANA

S O UTH

Help to clean and feed oiled, injured or sick penguins and other seabirds, and learn how to catch, handle, feed and administer medication to aid their rehabilitation. If you (and the bird) are in luck, you might even get the chance to see a saved bird swim free! Releases are carried out at a number of locations, including Robben Island; home to one of the largest African penguin colonies in the world and where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years in prison.

AFR ICA

THE PROJECT SANCCOB is involved in numerous marine conservation projects in collaboration with other local and international conservation partners. All strive to contribute towards healthy wild seabird populations through rehabilitation and research, and by raising awareness of marine life.

Cape Town

Tour Code: CPTPEN

HIGHLIGHTS

SEABIRD REHABILITATION

ROBBEN ISLAND

Help care for injured and sick seabirds, including African penguins, getting them back in shape to be released to the wild.

Witness a seabird release on a day trip to Robben Island. Also included, a Cape Peninsula tour and a free surfing lesson!

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ADVENTURE SURF CLUB PROJECT PRICE FR £595

DURATION 15+ DAYS

LOCATION CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

PROJECT START DATE: Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION: Tableview, Cape Town GETTING THERE: Transfers from Cape Town

International Airport included ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share dorm, single or double room in volunteer house (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required; swimming ability essential to join the project STAY LONGER: Fr £256 per week

NAM IB IA B OTS WANA

Help keep children occupied and off the streets after they’ve finished school for the day, engaging them with adventure activities, teamwork, educational classes and sports such as skateboarding, boxing, swimming and surfing. It’s a fairly flexible programme, with non-surfing activities including taking on a morning role as a pre-school teaching assistant. Weekends are free to explore the region, or you can join in with local beach clean-ups.

AFR ICA

Cape Town

HIGHLIGHTS

A mentoring programme at heart, this project was built as a means to engage children and young people in and outside the classroom. It provides classroom support for teachers and toddlers in the morning, and after-school support for older children and teenagers who want further tutoring or who want access to fun, social sporting activities.

FAMILIES WELCOME

Tour Code: CPTSAV

S O UTH

THE PROJECT

WORK WITH CHILDREN

CAPE TOWN 0RIENTATION

Work with 0-6-year-olds in the morning then move on to the bigger kids, teaching them to surf, skate or swim.

Get to know your new home with an included two-day orientation of Cape Town, including beds, meals and a walking tour.

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NEED TO KNOWS

PANTHERA LION SANCTUARY PRICE FR £1,145

DURATION 17 DAYS

LOCATION STANFORD (WESTERN CAPE)

PROJECT START DATE: Saturdays (arrive Thursday for orientation) PROJECT LOCATION: Stanford (approx. 140km east of Cape Town) GETTING THERE: Return transfers from/to Cape Town included

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share dorm in Cape Town (2 nts), multi-share dorm or double room in volunteer house (14 nts) MEALS : 16 breakfasts, 16 lunches NOTE : Your flight must leave after 4pm on your final day; medium level of fitness required STAY LONGER: Fr £484 per week

THE PROJECT S O UTH

Yes, that is a find-your-own-meat birthday cake and yes, we’ve also fallen into some sort of heart-eyes-emoji-like coma. Go behind the scenes at a renowned big cat sanctuary where daily tasks include caring for lions, leopards, jaguars and tigers, preparing food, helping out with enrichment programmes, cleaning and maintaining enclosures and educating visitors about the sanctuary’s pioneering conservation work. Breakfast and lunch are included, and dinner time is when the braai comes out (optional).

Cape Town

AFR ICA

Stanford

Panthera’s main focus is on animal welfare and enrichment. They are a blueprint for how nonprofit sanctuaries can become self-sufficient, and aim to change breeding facilities into sustainable ethical projects.

Tour Code: SAVPAN

HIGHLIGHTS

BIG CAT CONSERVATION

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMME

Go behind the scenes at one of South Africa’s most renowned big cat sanctuaries, and help care for the planet’s most majestic animals.

See the enrichment programme in action, which works to emulate the natural challenges cats would face in the wild.

NEED TO KNOWS

SPORTS COACHING IN SOUTH AFRICA PRICE FR £996

DURATION 5-12 WEEKS

LOCATION PORT ELIZABETH, SOUTH AFRICA

PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION: Port Elizabeth GETTING THERE: Transfers from/to Port Elizabeth airport included ACCOMMODATION : Dorm-style volunteer house with shared bathroom, TV room and pool (35+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £201 per week

THE PROJECT S O UTH

Develop life skills among disadvantaged kids, promote health awareness and bridge social divides through sport. Visiting several schools a day, work with other volunteers and staff to coach teams and organise tournaments in football, rugby, cricket, hockey, basketball, netball, tennis and swimming. In your free time, relax in your volunteer house pool and enjoy included excursions like a starlit dinner in the bush, Jeffreys Bay surfing (home to arguably the best right hand break in the world) and a day trip to a nearby township.

Cape Town

AFR ICA

Port Elizabeth

United Through Sport use interactive activities as a way of teaching kids about HIV and AIDS. Over three years, they’ve reached 34,569 children, with almost 90% of those showing a marked improvement in confidence and in communication. The project has also funded an array of sports equipment, including nearly 5,000 footballs.

Tour Code: PLZCOA

HIGHLIGHTS

SPORTS COACHING

STARLIT BUSH TUCKER

Use your leadership skills to mentor and encourage sportsmanship in children from disadvantaged communities.

One of many included trips, this excursion takes you to the wilds of the African bush to enjoy dinner under the stars.

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GREAT WHITE SHARKS & MARINE CONSERVATION PRICE FR £548

DURATION 1-12 WEEKS

LOCATION GANSBAAI, SOUTH AFRICA

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Gansbaai, near Cape Agulhas (165km from Cape Town) GETTING THERE: Return transfers from Cape Town included ACCOMMODATION : Volunteer centre with kitchen, entertainment area, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool or multi-share room in cottage with shared bathroom and kitchenette (7+ nts) MEALS : Breakfasts and lunches STAY LONGER: Fr £449 per week

THE PROJECT The Marine Dynamics Academy utilise the rise of eco tourism to further their marine research and conservation goals. Marine biologists are on board each vessel collecting daily observational data used to monitor and protect the Dyer Island ecosystem and the marine life off the Cape coast.

Get up close to great whites and bronze whaler sharks, and work alongside the marine biologists of Marine Dynamics Academy. This programme has been Fair Trade Tourism certified since 2016, meaning it practices what it preaches in its commitment to sustainable tourism.

ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS Widen your career path with high level academic and field-based skills training modules. Open to undergraduates and recent grads of biology and natural sciences.

Known as the world’s great white shark capital, Gansbaai is located at the southernmost tip of Africa and provides regular sightings of the famed predators. This project gives you plenty of time at sea, where you’ll take your position on a shark cage diving or whale watching vessel to assist the crew, help tourists to don their wetsuits and spread the message about marine conservation. You’ll also get to join in on a few cage dives yourself! Other conservation tasks, depending on how long you stick around, include collecting data on beach clean-ups, helping out at the African Penguin Sanctuary, providing environmental education to local students and joining the research team on kelp dives. You’ll also get to attend regular presentations on shark biology, behaviour and tracking studies.

Tour Code: CPTGWS

THE LOWDOWN • Work on a leading shark cage diving vessel on up to two trips per day • On land, learn about basic seamanship, whales, dolphins and penguins • Regular presentations from marine biologists on shark behaviour and tracking • Volunteer house includes a large pool, kitchen and barbecue area • Fun activities like wine and cheese tasting organised for days off

HIGHLIGHTS

S O UTH

Cape Town

AFR ICA

Gansbaai

SHARK CAGE DIVING

MARINE CONSERVATION

MARINE BIG 5

NEW COURSE AVAILABLE

An iconic experience on the southern cape. Work aboard a shark cage diving or whale watching vessel, and take a couple of plunges of your own.

Play a supportive role on invaluable marine research initiatives, including shark egg case collection and the unique fishing line bin project.

Whales, sharks, seals, penguins and dolphins Gansbaai is a hotbed of marine life and home to all the Marine Big 5.

Looking for a change of career? Qualify and register as a legal marine and coastal guide with a new six-week FGASA accredited course.

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SHAMWARI CONSERVATION EXPERIENCE PRICE FR £921

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION ALICEDALE, SOUTH AFRICA

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Alicedale (110km from

Port Elizabeth) GETTING THERE: Transfers to Shamwari Private Game Reserve not included (can be arranged at extra cost) ACCOMMODATION : Twin-share en suite in

lodge with pool MEALS : 3 meals a day (Mon-Fri) STAY LONGER: Fr £461 per week

THE PROJECT

Shamwari, which means ‘my friend’ in Shona, is a big player on the private game reserve field and is home to the coveted Big 5. A stay here is designed to open your eyes to their immensely successful conservation efforts, and to get you involved in education, awareness and ecological projects.

Animals in need come to Shamwari’s Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre from all over the Eastern Cape. The ultimate goal is always to return all animals back to the wild, and they are given the best possible chance of getting back there thanks to an on-site team that includes a vet and a veterinary nurse.

Based at Madolos on a 25,000-hectare Big 5 (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard and buffalo) reserve in the Eastern Cape, it’s little wonder that Shamwari was nominated in the World Travel Awards category for Africa’s Leading Conservation Company. As a volunteer, you’ll assist with animal tracking and monitoring, game count surveys, reserve rehabilitation, alien plant removal and eco education. You’ll also enjoy interactive talks and lectures with the best in behind-the-scenes wildlife experiences. Weekly tasks may also include visits to the Born Free Big Cat Rescue & Education Centre for lions and leopards and conducting environmental and social awareness work within the local community. During time off, cool off in the pool or tuck in to a tasty braai.

Tour Code: PLZSHA

THE LOWDOWN • Volunteer 8am-5pm Monday to Friday, with evenings and weekends free • Help with reserve rehabilitation, wildlife and community projects • Spend some time getting rid of alien plant species • Stay on-site in twin-share rooms with en suites • On weekends, catch world-class surf at nearby Jeffreys Bay

HIGHLIGHTS

S O UTH

Cape Town

AFR ICA

Alicedale Port Elizabeth

THE BIG 5

BORN FREE RESCUE CENTRE

WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

FREE TIME

The poster boys and girls of Africa’s wildlife prowess, all of the Big 5 crew call Shamwari home. That’s lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalo and elephants.

The pioneering Born Free Foundation set up their Big Cat Rescue Sanctuary here to care for animals rescued from zoos and circuses.

Take an active part in animal tracking and monitoring duties, as well as game count surveys and alien plant removal sessions.

Enjoy your weekends free of any work to explore the surrounding region, or relax in your social volunteer house on site.

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THE LION WHISPERER WILDLIFE SANCTUARY PRICE FR £1,115

DURATION 1-4 WEEKS

LOCATION WELGEDACHT GAME RESERVE

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Welgedacht Game Reserve (50km from Pretoria), South Africa GETTING THERE: Transfers from/to Johannesburg Airport included

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share African-style

farmhouse (7+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day STAY LONGER: Fr £698 per week

THE PROJECT

Pretoria High-profile conservationist Kevin Richardson runs the Lion Whisperer Wildlife Sanctuary, the first free-roaming Big 5 reserve of its kind in Gauteng Province. Devoted to caring for the animals, including lions, spotted and striped hyenas and black leopards, the game keepers will expect your help with tasks like feeding, game counts and enclosure cleaning. You’ll stay on-site in an African-style farmhouse throughout your volunteering stint. Keep an ear out after dark and you should be able to hear a not-so-distant roar!

Johnnesburg S O UTH

The Kevin Richardson Wildlife Sanctuary’s mission is to provide a self-sustaining African carnivore sanctuary. They mostly work to fight the effects of habitat loss, humanpredator conflict, the illegal bush meat trade, unscrupulous hunting and disease.

AFR ICA

Tour Code: JNBKNG

HIGHLIGHTS

BIG 5 RESERVE

FARMHOUSE STAY

Go behind-the-scenes at a Big 5 reserve, and learn about the conservation efforts to protect lions, hyenas and black leopards.

Stay in an African-style farmhouse throughout your volunteering stint, right in the heart of the bush.

WILDLIFE CONSERVATION PROGRAMME PRICE FR £1,745

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION LIMPOPO PROVINCE, SOUTH AFRICA

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays

(arrive Friday) PROJECT LOCATION: Limpopo Province,

South Africa GETTING THERE: Arrival transfers from Hoedspruit Airport included (selected times) ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share room at

farmhouse (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required; medical form required STAY LONGER: Fr £600 per fortnight

Limpopo Province Place yourself in the thick of it at a South African game reserve, surrounded by lions, leopards, elephants and hyenas. Staying on a traditional farm, learn to use research equipment to help locate collared animals and gather information on predators to help determine their movements, social structures and preference for prey. To gain access to the mountain satellite camps - where you’ll learn how to analyse wildlife data as well as how to track and monitor species - we recommend you stay for at least a month.

Johannesburg S O UTH

AFR ICA

Tour Code: GVIWCV

HIGHLIGHTS

Hoedspruit

THE PROJECT On this private protected nature reserve, GVI partners up with South African National Parks and the Endangered Wildlife Trust. Together, they’ve set their objectives to align with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goal to preserve life on land. Specifically, they focus on reducing the degradation of natural habitats and preventing the extinction of threatened species.

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WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

Ride around on top of a safari vehicle and record the behaviour and movements of lions, leopards, cheetahs and hyenas.

Visit one of Africa’s most notable national parks, and enjoy a safari in search of the Big 5 and, if you’re diligent, the Little 5!

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NAKAVANGO CONSERVATION PROGRAMME PRICE FR £1,169

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION VICTORIA FALLS PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Sundays PROJECT LOCATION: Victoria Falls Private Game Reserve, Zimbabwe GETTING THERE: Transfer included from the airport (Sundays at 3pm only)

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Single room with shared bathroom, kitchen and barbecue area, and outdoor pool in conservation centre (13+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £835 per fortnight

THE PROJECT Z AM B IA

This project is based at the only Big 5 game reserve in the area, just a ten-minute drive from Victoria Falls. Recognised as an Intensive Protection Zone for endangered black rhino, an in-depth monitoring programme is in place to help safeguard the species living here. Come to engage in behind-the-scenes conservation work like tree protection, gathering wildlife data and removing invasive vegetation. You’ll also pitch in with community development by carrying out manual labour at the nearby Masuwe School.

Victoria Z I M B A B W E Falls B OTS WANA

The Nakavango Conservation Programme is recognised worldwide for its research work and efforts to protect endangered black rhinos. It also serves as an education centre for its visitors, getting them involved in the process and helping them gain a deeper appreciation for the natural world.

Tour Code: ZIMCON

HIGHLIGHTS

MONITOR BLACK RHINOS

VICTORIA FALLS

Seeing a black rhino in its natural habitat is an incredible experience. Become a part of the effort to protect them.

Based just ten minutes away, this programme includes a half-day guided tour to the iconic rapids of Victoria Falls.

HELP LOCAL COMMUNITIES IN ZAMBIA PRICE FR £1,031

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION LIVINGSTONE, ZAMBIA

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Livingstone, Zambia GETTING THERE: Arrival and departure transfers from/to Livingstone Airport included ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share dorm in a private house at Victoria Falls Backpackers Zambia hostel (13+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day (weekdays only) NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £278 per week

THE PROJECT Z AM B IA

Children in rural Zambia are extremely eager to learn, but due to the lack of resources and a high level of poverty, many children don’t get to finish primary education. By assuming a supportive role as a classroom assistant here, your responsibility will be to recognise those who are in need of extra help, and make sure they get it. In the afternoons, you’ll leave the walls of the classroom and head out to the community. Take up a role in after-school clubs, reading clubs, an old people’s home or in the local adult literacy club.

Livingstone

Many schools in rural Zambia suffer from a serious shortage of classrooms, resources and formally-trained staff. With one teacher for, on average, every 50 students, the educational arm of this volunteering project provides a net to make sure that those who are falling behind are recognised and given additional support.

Tour Code: LIVCOM

HIGHLIGHTS

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

LIVINGSTONE

Go back to school to help children in the classroom, and take part in enrichment programmes in the local farms, maths and arts clubs.

Spend your weekends in Africa’s adventure capital, rafting down the Zambezi, safari-ing or bungy jumping over Victoria Falls.

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WILDLIFE CONSERVATION IN MADAGASCAR PRICE FR £625

DURATION 1-24 WEEKS

LOCATION NOSY BE, MADAGASCAR

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Nosy Be, Madagascar GETTING THERE: One-way transfer from Nosy Be airport included (morning only) ACCOMMODATION : Simple multi-share banda

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

(camp) (6+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Volunteers must have a medium level of fitness to join this project STAY LONGER: Fr £190 per week

THE PROJECT M ADAGAS CAR

Almost 80% of Madagascar’s wildlife is unique to the island. That includes its 103 lemur species (including the world’s smallest, the mouse lemur), which are now among the most endangered vertebrates in the world. On this project, contribute directly to important research that aims to inform local government about how to manage the remaining forests and keep their natural habitats alive and thriving. But it’s not all work and no play, thanks to your beachside digs and an entire tropical island at your fingertips.

Nosy Be

The aim of this programme is to assess the island’s biodiversity and to see which species are most affected by human disturbance. The data collected informs upcoming and ongoing conservation plans in the rainforest, set up along with both national and local identities and government bodies.

Tour Code: MADWCA

HIGHLIGHTS

WILDLIFE SURVEYS

MT. MARAMOKOTO

Get to know Madagascar’s unique ecosystem by taking part in wildlife surveys, monitoring the endemic animal populations.

Take a break from volunteering with an included trek to the summit of Mt. Maramokotos, the country’s highest peak.

MARINE CONSERVATION IN MADAGASCAR PRICE FR £945

DURATION 1-24 WEEKS

LOCATION NOSY BE, MADAGASCAR

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Nosy Be, Madagascar GETTING THERE: One-way transfer from

Nosy Be airport included (morning only) ACCOMMODATION : Simple multi-share banda

(camp) (6+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : PADI Open Water qualification required STAY LONGER: Fr £200 per week

THE PROJECT

M ADAGAS CAR

This project gives you access to some of the world’s leastexplored diving sites, all teeming with marine life like sea turtles, barracuda and migrating whales. Gather data for local authorities to ensure sustainable management of natural resources on the island. A typical day might include monitoring artificial reefs, beach cleans, snorkelling outings and survey dives, for which you’ll need a PADI Advanced Open Water qualification. Get it before arriving or complete it on the project (minimum four-week stay required).

Tour Code: MADMCD

HIGHLIGHTS

Nosy Be

MARINE CONSERVATION

PADI QUALIFICATION

Explore one of the world’s least explored reefs, collecting data on sea grass beds, barracudas, whales and sea turtles.

If you’ve got one, use it to conduct marine dives! If not, you can do your training on the project at extra cost.

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This programme was set up to help provide local and national authorities with the data they need to plan effective conservation strategies. Madagascar has one of the world’s most unique ecosystems, and the health of its marine life is vital for its future survival.

SEYCHELLES ISLAND RESEARCH & CONSERVATION PRICE FR £1,545

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION CURIEUSE ISLAND, SEYCHELLES

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays

Jan-Nov (arrive Friday) PROJECT LOCATION: Curieuse Island,

Seychelles GETTING THERE: Return transfer from/to Mahé airport included (selected times)

MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Police background check and medical form required STAY LONGER: Fr £290 per week

THE PROJECT Curieuse Island Join a team of volunteers on the paradise island of Curieuse in the Seychelles. It’s not all flopping about on paradise beaches (that’s what weekends are for), so come ready for lots of physical activity in hot climes. Working in forests and on the beach, help with giant tortoise habitat management, carry out surveys on the vulnerable Aldabra tortoise population, monitor the nesting habits of endangered sea turtles and collect data on baby sicklefin lemon sharks. On weekends, head to Victoria, the world’s smallest capital city.

S EYCHEL L ES

Mahé

Tour Code: GVISEY

HIGHLIGHTS

ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS

SHARK CONSERVATION

VALLE DE MAI

A notable victim of overfishing, collect data on the vulnerable sicklefin lemon sharks, as well as endangered turtles and tortoises.

Explore the nearby UNESCO gem of Valle de Mai, a lush tropical forest home to coco de mer palms and the black parrot.

MARINE CONSERVATION EXPEDITION IN SEYCHELLES PRICE FR £2,695

DURATION 4-12 WEEKS

GVI runs the only permanent research base on Curieuse Island, a hotbed of endemic life and a nesting ground for some of the world’s most vulnerable species. In close partnership with the Seychelles National Park Authorities and the Seychelles’ Terrestrial Restoration Action Society, their programmes are run to meet the objectives of the UN’s Life Above Land goal, namely to prevent the extinction of threatened species.

LOCATION MAHÉ ISLAND, SEYCHELLES

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays

(arrive Friday) PROJECT LOCATION: Mahé Island, Seychelles GETTING THERE: Airport transfers available (before 7.30am on Fri before project only) ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorm (28+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : PADI Open Water certificate required; Advanced Open Water and Coral Reef Researcher Diver courses included. Police background check required. STAY LONGER: Fr £600 per fortnight

THE PROJECT Don your scuba gear for this hands-on marine project where you’ll help to record data on coral reefs, carry out whale shark migration observations and sea turtle nesting surveys, and help to develop an environmental awareness programme. It’s a lot of work and days are long, but you’ll have plenty of time off. You’ll need your PADI Open Water qualification before you arrive, but both the Advanced and Coral Reef Researcher Diver courses are included in the price - just the things to get the most out this pristine reserve.

Mahé S EYCHEL L ES

Tour Code: GVIMAR

HIGHLIGHTS

In 1998, the Seychelles lost around 90% of its corals due to a catastrophic bleaching event. In 2016, another event affected almost 50% of the remaining live coral. In a bid to recover this vital marine habitat, GVI works in close partnership with the Seychelles National Park Authorities to carry out surveys to keep an eye on coral health, and aid in the reefs’ recovery.

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PADI CERTIFICATION

WHALE AND TIGER SHARKS

Earn your PADI Advanced Open Water and a PADI Coral Reef Researcher Speciality certification on the project.

Contribute to local and global marine conservation initiatives, and spot whale sharks, tiger sharks and manta rays in the wild.

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AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorm (13+ nts)

MALDIVES VOLUNTOUR & ISLAND HOPPING ADVENTURE PRICE FR £2,567

DURATION 15 DAYS

ROUTE MALÉ - MALÉ

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Sundays PROJECT LOCATION: Maafushi, Maldives GETTING THERE: Return transfers from/to

airport included

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Standard hotels and guesthouses (14 nts) MEALS : 14 breakfasts, 13 dinners NOTE : This is an independent voluntour. Alcohol is not available on local islands and bikinis are not allowed on local beaches. Please plan accordingly

THE PROJECT Malé

M A L É ATO L L

Fall in love with the Maldives (not difficult) on this independent voluntour and do your bit to preserve the islands’ pristine environment. Work to protect and conserve the local marine life and help raise awareness within the community on the importance of environmentalism. But it’s not all work and no play. On top of your week of volunteering, you’ll also enjoy another week of islandhopping to make the most of these Insta-worthy islands, worth it for the superb marine life of Guraidhoo alone.

Gulhi Maafushi Guraidhoo

Endangered marine species like turtles and fish often suffer from a lack of protection in the Maldives, both from locals and tourists. This project, aided by volunteers, carries out important maintenance and monitoring work on the coral reefs, and spreads the message of sustainability to residents and local hotels.

Tour Code: MALVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

MARINE CONSERVATION

GO LOCAL

Play a part in protecting the Maldives’ amazing wild habitats, and get up close to turtles, fish and coral on a regular basis.

When you’re not out in the field, enjoy an island-hopping trip, a snorkelling trip, and join a local family for a traditional dinner.

NEED TO KNOWS

MAASAI MARA VOLUNTOUR PRICE FR £1,246

DURATION 10 DAYS

ROUTE NAIROBI - NAIROBI

PROJECT START DATE: Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION: Maasai Mara/Nairobi GETTING THERE: Transfers from/to the

airport and the Maasai Mara included ACCOMMODATION : Camping in Nairobi (2 nts), Maasai Mara community full board (7 nts) MEALS : 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 10 dinners NOTE : You will only have a guide during included activities and game drives; background check required

THE PROJECT

UGANDA

This independent voluntour will not only see you looking for the coveted Big 5 on included safaris in the Maasai Mara (one of the world’s most celebrated safari spots), but also getting involved in the daily routines of a nearby Maasai village community. Staying with locals, your main tasks will be to help out at the local school, giving the children a hand with reading and writing and helping to run English, sports and drama workshops. If classes aren’t in session, roll up your sleeves and help with maintenance or construction tasks.

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Nairobi

TANZ ANIA

Tour Code: NBOVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

K ENYA

WORK WITH MAASAI CHILDREN

MAASAI MARA SAFARI

Work at a school in a Maasai community and help out with daily lessons, homework and light construction work.

Head out on safari drives for a chance to spot lions, rhinos, hippos, leopards, cheetahs, zebras, gnus and gazelles.

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This cultural exchange benefits the Maasai community by easing the burden of a lack of educational resources. Volunteers support the children on a daily basis in their school work and through extra curricular activities. Note that this project only runs during the school term (Jan-Mar, May-Jul and Sep-Nov).

HELP LOCAL COMMUNITIES IN TANZANIA PRICE FR £880

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION MSARANGA (MOSHI), TANZANIA

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Msaranga village, 6km from Moshi, Kilimanjaro GETTING THERE: Transfer from Kilimanjaro airport to the project included (selected times)

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Single-sex dorms with mosquito nets (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required. STAY LONGER: Fr £238 per week

THE PROJECT UGANDA

Situated at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Moshi is a modern, vibrant town inhabited by a blend of Tanzanians from different tribes and backgrounds. Get stuck in to a range of initiatives, including leading creative activities in nursery schools, teaching English to Maasai tribespeople and running after-school classes for secondary school students to help raise awareness about health and wellbeing. Once your time on the project is over, opt to take some time out to climb the imposing peak of Kili.

K ENYA

Mt. Kilimanjaro N.P. TANZ ANIA

Moshi

Access to education can be scarce and unreliable in Tanzania’s more rural areas. This programme empowers young adults with literacy skills that will ensure they have better life choices and employment opportunities within the town of Moshi.

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Dodoma

Tour Code: TANCOM

HIGHLIGHTS

WORK IN MAASAI COMMUNITIES

KILIMANJARO VIEWS

Help give Maasai tribespeople the edge in sustainable tourism by helping them improve their English-language skills.

Views don’t come much more iconic than this. Wake up in your dorm room to the sight of towering Kili.

VOLUNTEER WITH DOLPHINS IN ZANZIBAR PRICE FR £1,298

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION JAMBIANI, ZANZIBAR

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Jambiani village (approx. 55km from Stone Town) GETTING THERE: Return transfer from/to Zanzibar International Airport included ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share beachside volunteer house with en suite (cold water only), mosquito nets and fans (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £350 per week

THE PROJECT Stone Town Menai Bay’s friendly bottlenose dolphins have become its star attraction, but the glut of tourist boats in their home waters can really affect their wellbeing. Your research on this project will inform government policies on regulating tourist and dolphin interaction and protect Zanzibar’s fragile marine ecosystem. Monitor dolphin behaviours, tourist numbers and the health of the coral reefs, and promote responsible practices among local boat operators to ensure a more ethical approach to tourism.

Z ANZ IBAR

Jambiani

Zanzibar’s coast is home to a thriving population of bottlenoses, which this project aims to monitor and maintain. Day to day, data is collected on tourist boat numbers and dolphin behaviour, helping the government implement necessary rules and restrictions.

Tour Code: ZNZDOL

HIGHLIGHTS

DOLPHIN MONITORING

FREE TIME

Monitor dolphin numbers and behaviours, and study the effects of tourist boats on their health and wellbeing.

With a tropical coast and a laid-back atmosphere, relaxing isn’t a difficult task. Plus, the snorkelling here is top notch.

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HELP LOCAL COMMUNITIES IN ZANZIBAR PRICE FR £1,031

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION JAMBIANI, ZANZIBAR

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Jambiani (approx. 55km from Stone Town), Zanzibar GETTING THERE: Return transfer from/to Zanzibar International Airport included

AFRICA - VOLUNTEERING

ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share beachside volunteer house (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £278 per week

THE PROJECT Stone Town Schools in tropical, palm-lined Jambiani are typically understaffed and underfunded. Help children and young adults develop their English and creative skills through craft workshops and organised sports programmes aimed at nurturing and strengthening their confidence. Your presence here will help support women’s empowerment projects in the area. Plus, you’ll get to see the difference past visitors have made in the form of the project’s very own outdoor education centre, built by funds raised by volunteers.

Z ANZ IBAR

Jambiani

Empowering Jambiani’s women means helping them to become more self-sufficient and broadening their opportunities. This project works closely with them on education, health and income-generating projects, and the money generated by volunteers has already made a huge difference in the improvement of educational facilities.

Tour Code: KENZAN

HIGHLIGHTS

FEMALE EMPOWERMENT

JAMBIANI

Work on empowerment projects involving education, health awareness and income generation.

Sleepy Jambiani is a great place to slow down and experience the local community. You can even opt in for Swahili lessons.

HELP LOCAL COMMUNITIES IN GHANA PRICE FR £1,295

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION KOKROBITE, GHANA

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION: Korkobite, Ghana GETTING THERE: Arrival airport transfer

included ACCOMMODATION : Shared dorm in guesthouse, with en suite or shared bathroom facilities (13+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day (weekdays only) NOTE : Background check required; medical form required STAY LONGER: Fr £300 per fortnight

THE PROJECT

Follow the aroma of jollof rice and plantain stew and head west to Ghana. There, about 30km south west of Accra, you’ll find the small beachside community of Kokrobite. This is where you’ll work to support pre-primary and primary school classrooms, ensuring that traditionally under-resourced schools can develop sustainably. Tasks might include one-to-one tutoring and providing classroom assistance. Volunteers may also get the change to get involved in other programmes, promoting female empowerment and communication.

Kokrobite

Tour Code: GHACOM

HIGHLIGHTS

GHANA

All of GVI’s programme have short, mid and long-term objectives that fit with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, which you’ll learn more about on arrival. This project deals with their Quality Education goal, to ensure quality early childhood development support in pre-primary and primary education.

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WORK IN PRIMARY EDUCATION

FREE TIME

Gain experience working in preprimary and primary classrooms, helping individual children and supporting the full-time staff.

Stay close to base on your days off, or explore further afield in the capital, Accra, or in Kakum National Park.

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VOLUNTEERING

The Americas

CANADA

BELIZE MEXICO GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS

COSTA RICA

COLOMBIA

BRAZIL

ECUADOR

PERU

BOLIVIA

ARGENTINA

Teach English with a spicy side of tango, go diving to save coral in Mexico and help to re-plant some of the world’s most vulnerable (read: vital) rainforests.

WILDERNESS VOLUNTEERING IN CANADA DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION MULTIPLE CANADIAN LOCATIONS

THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £961

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: Western Canada, Central Canada or French-speaking Canada GETTING THERE: Transfer to project included. An additional arrival pack is available at extra cost ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share cabins, tents, tipis, yurts, caravans and homestays (14+ nts - dependent on placement) MEALS : Not included NOTE : Reasonable level of fitness required STAY LONGER: Fr £254 per fortnight

THE PROJECT These projects, run by Canada’s many registered wilderness charities, focus on wildlife preservation and environmental conservation. Wherever you choose for your base, they can also help you meet your university internship requirements in areas of biology, geology, forestry and animal sciences.

Pitch in to help preserve Canada’s natural diversity, with charities set up across the country. In the west, placements are scattered across the landscapes of the Rocky Mountains, the Great Plains and the subarctic region. Central placements focus on protecting wildlife on the outskirts of urbanised settlements.

LIKE THAT? TRY THIS..

Ah, the great wilds of Canada. Thousands and thousands of acres of unspoiled wilderness with abundant forests, lakes, mountains and prairies - the ideal place for volunteering in the great outdoors. Work closely with locals and other international volunteers, helping to feed, clean and document animal behaviours, be it owls, raccoons, eagles, rabbits or bears. You’ll also help to improve the environment through physical work; restoring hiking trails, uprooting invasive plant species and clearing wilderness areas. Placements take place year-round in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, or Mar-Nov in Ontario. If you fancy improving your Français, join a placement in Québec and the surrounding areas (Mar-Nov).

FARMSTAYS IN CANADA Experience living and working on a family farm in BC, Alberta, Ontario or Québec, helping with duties such as harvesting, fruit-picking or caring for animals and gardening. You’ll get to taste local Canadian cuisine and make yourself at home in the great outdoors. Specific tasks depend on which farm you’ll be in. 14 days, Fr £689

Tour Code: LATWVL

THE LOWDOWN

CANADA

• Work on either wildlife protection or environmental conservation projects • Clean cages, collect data from native wildlife or restore hiking trails • Choose from three regions of Canada; west, central and French-speaking • Shared accommodation will be in cabins, dorms, homestays or tents • You must be in good physical health and be able to lift 15kg

HIGHLIGHTS

Calgary

Regina Winnipeg

Vancouver

Québec City

Ottawa USA

WILDLIFE PROTECTION

ENVIRONMENT CONSERVATION

PRACTICE YOUR FRENCH

INTERNSHIP KUDOS

Work to protect native owls, eagles, wolves and bears at animal recovery centres in small towns across central and French-speaking Canada.

Head west to the Rockies, the Great Plains, the Pacific and subarctic regions to repair rivers, catalogue plants, restore and clear nature trails.

By no means a requirement if you take up a placement in French-speaking Québec, life here is lived in Français so it’s ideal for a quick brushing up.

Studying the areas of science, geology or forestry? Work on these projects can help you meet your university internship requirements.

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MEXICO MARINE CONSERVATION EXPEDITION PRICE FR £2,345

DURATION 4-12 WEEKS

LOCATION PUERTO MORELOS, MEXICO

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays

(arrive Friday) PROJECT LOCATION: Puerto Morelos, Mexico

THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

GETTING THERE: Transfers from/to Cancún Airport included (incoming flight must arrive between 8am-8pm on Friday before project) ACCOMMODATION : Basic 6-8 bed mixed dorms in huts (28+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check and medical examination required, PADI Open Water certificate required; Advanced Open Water & Coral Reef Researcher Diver courses included STAY LONGER: Fr £275 per week

Cancún Earn professional PADI diving qualifications while helping to protect the Mesoamerican reef, the world’s second-largest barrier reef. Help local authorities protect this unique marine ecosystem by collecting data on coral bleaching, taking underwater photographs of endangered sea turtles to help researchers to identify individuals, and carry out beach and ocean floor plastic clean-ups. And your office? Best described as ‘idyllic Caribbean’ - our favourite kind.

M EXICO

Puerto Morelos

Tour Code: GVIMEX

HIGHLIGHTS

GET PADI CERTIFIED

WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Gain your PADI Advanced Open Water diving, plus a PADI Coral Reef Researcher Speciality certificate.

Collect data on dolphins, manatees and manta rays, and work with marine biologists to grow coral fragments in the lab.

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

GVI’s projects contribute to the long-term objectives of the United Nations’ Sustainable Developments Goals. This programme is aimed at tackling their Life Below Water objectives to prevent and reduce marine pollution and sustainably manage coastal ecosystems.

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VOLUNTEER WITH CHILDREN IN MEXICO PRICE FR £1,295

THE PROJECT

LOCATION PUERTO MORELOS, MEXICO

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays

(arrive Friday) PROJECT LOCATION: Puerto Morelos, Mexico GETTING THERE: Transfers from/to Cancún International Airport included (selected times) ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorm (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required; medical form required; basic level of Spanish required; Spanish lessons available at extra cost STAY LONGER: Fr £220 per week

THE PROJECT Cancún Travel to Mexico’s Caribbean coast to lend a hand at a centre aimed at supporting early childhood development. The centre is run by Save the Children and is designed to be a space for children to further their education and learn about safety, and the work you do here will contribute to increased literacy and numeracy among the students. Thoroughly ethical, we do not support any kind of orphanage volunteering and all volunteers on this project are required to complete a background check.

M EXICO

Puerto Morelos

Tour Code: GVIMKD

HIGHLIGHTS

GVI works with Save the Children in Mexico to achieve the objectives of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. This project aims to tackle those aimed at providing quality education and good health and wellbeing, achieved by supporting early childhood development and preventing violence towards children.

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REAL WORK EXPERIENCE

EXPLORE MAYAN RUINS

Gain work experience teaching pre-primary and primary school children on a project aligned with the UN’s global education goals.

It’s not all work and no play! In your free time, explore local Mayan ruins like Tulum, Coba and Chichén Itzá.

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NEED TO KNOWS

MEXICO VOLUNTOUR PRICE FR £1,127

DURATION 15 DAYS

ROUTE MEXICO CITY - EL TUITO

PROJECT START DATE: Mondays (Jun-Aug) PROJECT LOCATION: El Tuito, Mexico GETTING THERE: Mexico City Airport pick-

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up, bus transfers from Mexico City to San Miguel de Allende, San Miguel de Allende to Guadalajara, Guadalajara to El Tuito, El Tuito to Campamento Tortuguero ACCOMMODATION : 3 or 4* hotels depending on package (8 nts), tents at Campamento Tortuguero (6 nts) MEALS : 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 dinners (+2 breakfasts for hostels only) NOTE : This is an independent voluntour; basic Spanish recommended M EXICO

See top Mexican sites and help sea turtles get the best start in life - if they don’t deserve it after that danger-ridden clamber to the sea, we don’t know who does. Take part in night patrols, release young turtles into the sea, monitor the on-site hatchery, help with nest clean-ups and lend a hand with local tree planting and recycling initiatives. Non-work activities include a market tour of Mexico City to get your teeth into the city’s juiciest flavours, and a visit to the Teotihuacán pyramids.

Campanmento Tortuguero El Tuito

San Miguel de Allende

Guadalajara

Mexico City

THE PROJECT A programme aimed at protecting El Tuito’s olive ridley sea turtle hatchlings from poaching, and encouraging residents and volunteers to keep the coasts plastic free.

Tour Code: MEXVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION

TEOTIHUACÁN PYRAMIDS

Work at a project designed to monitor the local population of endangered sea turtles on the beach at El Tuito.

Head to the Valle de México for a walk around the awesome pyramids, part of what was once Mesoamerica’s greatest city.

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BELIZE BEACH CONSERVATION PRICE FR £725

DURATION 1-24 WEEKS

LOCATION CAYE CAULKER, BELIZE

PROJECT START DATE: 1st and 3rd Monday

of each month PROJECT LOCATION: Caye Caulker, Belize GETTING THERE: Pick-up from Belize City

Goldson International Airport 6am-2pm included (other times can be arranged at extra cost) ACCOMMODATION : Basic tents or locallybuilt huts at the beach camp (6+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Reasonable level of fitness required STAY LONGER: Fr £220 per week

THE PROJECT

Do your bit in the bid to protect and preserve Belize’s pristine coral reefs. With the ‘no shoes, no shirt, no worries’ mindset of Caye Caulker as your backdrop, your work will include carrying out rapid sampling snorkel surveys and underwater line and belt transects. As you map out the extensive reefs, you’ll study the communities that live on them and open yourself up to the huge array of species that thrive here, from sea turtles and spiny urchins to cushion stars and octopuses.

B EL IZ E

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Tour Code: BELCON

HIGHLIGHTS

Caye Caulker

Run in association with the Belize Fisheries Department, this is an important research and conservation project which aims to provide local communities and government bodies with the biodiversity data they need to design and implement plans to protect the coastal and marine ecosystems.

CORAL REEF MONITORING

BLUE HOLE DIVING OPPORTUNITY

Monitor the blossoming coral reef and the vast seagrass beds of Caye Caulker, and contribute in the effort to protect it.

While not included in the initial cost, take on the chance to gain your PADI dive qualification and explore the stunning Blue Hole.

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An internship here can count towards your college or university course credits. The work is challenging, and it’s a great way to play a more hands-on role in the project.

COSTA RICA VOLUNTOUR PRICE FR £986

DURATION 15 DAYS

ROUTE SAN JOSÉ - SAN JOSÉ THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Sundays PROJECT LOCATION: Montezuma GETTING THERE: Airport transfer from/to San José airport and Montezuma included ACCOMMODATION : Volunteer guesthouse (6 nts), hostel or 3*-4* hotel depending on package (6 nts) MEALS : 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners NOTE : This is an independent voluntour. You will only have a guide during specified activities; ziplining tour included

THE PROJECT Run by ASVO, this project doesn’t just provide a safe haven for turtle hatchlings. It also focuses on preserving the surrounding region and developing environmental education in cooperation with communities, schools and universities.

Get some iconic hotspots under your belt and give back to Mother Nature along the way. Spend five days volunteering at a sea turtle conservation project on Playa Montezuma, then venture further afield to sample Costa Rica’s huge biodiversity with your head in the clouds (literally - there are 12 climatic zones here). Days 1-7 San José / Playa Montezuma (conservation project) Save San José for later, with just a quick overnight stop before you make your way to the bohemian beach of Montezuma on Day 2, located on the Nicoya peninsula. This is where the work starts as you join a conservation project that protects endangered olive ridley, leatherback and hawksbill turtles, as well as the Pacific black subspecies. Depending on the season (mid Jul-Jan is turtle season, but support is needed all year round to continue conservation efforts), you’ll help with beach patrols, vivero monitoring and other maintenance jobs, with the working day lasting between six and ten hours. The majority of the work will take place at night, and daytime activities will depend on the project’s needs and the weather. Accommodation will be in bunk beds across three dorms. (6B, 5L, 6D)

Days 8-10 La Fortuna

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Travel to La Fortuna at the base of the Arenal Volcano, known for intrepid outdoor activities, impressive birdlife as well as its population of howler monkeys. Live your best Costa Rican life with waterfalls swims and tropical hot springs, and visit a viewpoint of the immense 1,670m Arenal Volcano as well as the handicraft-canny town of Sarchí - home to the world’s largest ox cart, as we found out. Opt to spend Day 10 canyoning or braving Arenal’s hanging bridges. (B, D)

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La Fortuna Monteverde

Days 11-15 Monteverde Cloud Forest / San José Head inland towards the misty mountain air of Monteverde’s cloud forest where a local guide will teach you about the conservation efforts to protect this vital ecosystem, home to a massive 1,200 species of amphibians and reptiles. Enjoy a guided sugar cane and coffee tour, check out the birds of the Cloud Forest Reserve and opt to cut through the canopy on a ziplining tour. On Day 14, transfer back to San José, where the trip ends the following morning. Opt to stay a bit longer or just get in some lastminute shopping at the Central Market before you head to your next destination. (B)

San José Playa Montezuma

Tour Code: SJOVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION

MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST

BALDI HOT SPRINGS

OPTIONAL ZIPLINING

If you haven’t guessed by now, we’re big on keeping sea turtles safe. Help the cause on this renowned project based on Playa Montezuma.

Pintsized Costa Rica is home to a massive 6% of the world’s biodiversity, and this cloud forest is a huge part of that precious ecosystem.

What better backdrop than the Arenal Volcano for when you’re stewing in the region’s fruitful homegrown waters? Sit back, relax, try not to fall asleep.

A fantastic add-on that will let you see the cloud forest of Monteverde from a whole new perspective. Great for a quick adrenalin fix.

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MONTEZUMA TURTLE CONSERVATION PRICE FR £361

DURATION 1-8 WEEKS

LOCATION PLAYA MONTEZUMA, COSTA RICA

PROJECT START DATE: Sundays PROJECT LOCATION: Playa Montezuma,

Costa Rica

THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

GETTING THERE: Transfer from airport to San José can be arranged at extra cost. Public bus to Playa Montezuma on Day 2 included ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share dorm (6+ nts) MEALS : 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners

per week NOTE : High season for turtles is Jul-Jan. Support is needed all year to continue conservation efforts. STAY LONGER: Fr £284 per week

THE PROJECT CO S TA

Sea turtles are seasoned globetrotters, travelling up to 10,000 miles every year on their own flippers. But due to the devastating effects of poaching and climate change, their journey often gets off to a hairy start. In this community-led effort, participate in night patrols, monitor the beach for unwanted predators, collect data, and help keep the area safe for its hard-shelled residents. You may even get to wave them off and witness that glorious scramble towards the sea (season dependent).

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Playa Montezuma

San José

The Conservation Station for Sea Turtle and Ecosystem Research focuses on preserving the local ecosystem through monitoring populations of sea turtles, reforestation programmes, maintaining local green areas, beach clean-ups and community improvements.

Tour Code: SJOTUR

HIGHLIGHTS

SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION

CABO BLANCO NATIONAL PARK

Collect data, take part in beach monitoring and clean-ups and patrol the area for predators to help protect endangered turtles.

25% of Costa Rica is covered in forest, and this is one of them! Home to deer, armadillos, porcupines and capuchin monkeys.

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BUENA VISTA TURTLE CONSERVATION PRICE FR £330

DURATION 8-58 DAYS

LOCATION PLAYA BUENA VISTA, COSTA RICA

PROJECT START DATE: Monday to Friday PROJECT LOCATION: Buena Vista, Costa Rica GETTING THERE: Return airport transfers

can be arranged at extra cost. Public bus from San José to project to be paid locally ACCOMMODATION : Shared dorms in volunteer house (7+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Basic Spanish required; pack lightly, access to Buena Vista is by foot across a river; high season for turtles is Jul-Jan, support is needed all year to continue conservation efforts STAY LONGER: Fr £234 per week

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Take part in beach clean-ups and help collect important nesting data on endangered leatherback, olive ridley and green turtles. Carry out night patrols in search of nesting females and, if you come during hatching season (Jun-Jan), help release the young ones around 20 metres away from the ocean - they’ll have to do some of the work themselves so let the shuffle commence! With six to ten hours of work required every day, fill your free time on the beach of Buena Vista, surfing or exploring the nearby village of Sámara.

Playa Buena Vista

San José

Tour Code: SJOBVI

HIGHLIGHTS

R ICA

SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION

BUENA VISTA BEACH

Protect nesting females and younger hatchlings at their most vulnerable by keeping the beaches clean, safe and predator-free.

Acting as both your office and your sun lounger, Buena Vista is an idyllic setting for work and relaxation on the Pacific coast.

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THE PROJECT Leatherback, olive ridleys and green turtles all nest at Buena Vista, and this project provides a safe environment for newborn hatchlings and nesting females, free from poachers and predators.

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WILDLIFE EXPEDITION IN COSTA RICA PRICE FR £1,495

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION: Tortuguero National

Park, Costa Rica

ACCOMMODATION : Shared dorms (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required; medical form required STAY LONGER: Fr £500 per fortnight

THE PROJECT

Picture this: a Caribbean sunrise as you walk the beaches of Tortuguero National Park collecting data on endangered sea turtle hatchlings. Be part of a huge push to protect the species by researching numbers and nesting sites, and help position and monitor camera traps for signs of the elusive jaguar. In the evenings, walk the beaches again to collect data on nesting mother sea turtles. You’ll see them in their trance-like state as you note their appearance, size and health.

Tortuguero N.P. San José CO S TA

R ICA

Tour Code: GVICOS

HIGHLIGHTS

ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS

HABITAT CONSERVATION

JUNGLE STAY

Contribute to long-term conservation efforts to encourage sustainable populations of sea turtles and jaguars.

Stay at a remote research base in the middle of the jungle and spot sloths, monkeys and butterflies in their natural habitat.

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COSTA RICA ANIMAL RESCUE PRICE FR £650

DURATION 2+ WEEKS

Tortuguero National Park is the only place in the world where the threatened jaguar is known to prey on the nesting (and endangered) sea turtle. GVI works with local organisations like Coastal Jaguar Conservation and Sea Turtle Conservancy, as well as Costa Rica’s environmental ministry, to conduct research on this unique interaction. In doing this, they contribute to the UN’s objective of preventing the extinction of threatened species.

LOCATION SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA

PROJECT START DATE: Mondays PROJECT LOCATION: San José, Costa Rica GETTING THERE: Arrival transfer from Juan

Santa Maria International Airport included (8am-8pm) ACCOMMODATION : Shared dorm at the biological centre, with common room and communal kitchen. Mosquito nets provided. MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Reasonable level of fitness required STAY LONGER: Fr £299 per week

THE PROJECT CO S TA

Pretty much the poster gal of conservation efforts, Costa Rica leads the world in the protection of its natural world, not least by making deforestation largely a thing of the past. But that doesn’t mean it’s all peachy. On this project, you’ll help out at an animal rescue centre to look after animals that have been recovered from poachers or found injured due to other human activity. Tasks include preparing food, cleaning enclosures, building and repairing feeding platforms and educating visitors on ongoing conservation work.

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San José

The privately-owned Costa Rica Animal Rescue Centre is focused on the care, rehabilitation and study of Costa Rican wildlife. Working directly with the government, their main goal is to release as many furry patients as they can back to the wild and provide life-long care for those no longer able to survive in the wild.

Tour Code: RESSJO

HIGHLIGHTS

CARE FOR INJURED ANIMALS

COSTA RICAN WILDLIFE

Help care for animals affected by legal and illegal human activity, focusing on their rehabilitation and release back to the wild.

Animals that visit the centre include sloths, white-faced, howler and spider monkeys, toucans, kinkajous and olingo.

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GETTING THERE: Return transfers from/ to San José’s Juan Santa Maria International Airport included (arrive 6-10pm the day before)

COLOMBIA VOLUNTOUR DURATION 14 DAYS

ROUTE BOGOTÁ - BOGOTÁ

THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £944

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Tuesdays PROJECT LOCATION: Ibagué, Colombia GETTING THERE: Return airport transfers

and three bus journeys included ACCOMMODATION : Volunteer house or homestay (6 nts), mixed dorm in hostel, or single/double room (7 nts) MEALS : 12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners NOTE : This is an independent voluntour and you will only have a guide during specified activities; Bogotá bike tour and Manizales coffee tour included; background check required.

THE PROJECT A local NGO that supports the children of impoverished families. The goals of this project include offering centres with extracurricular activities, providing school supplies and developing the community dining programme.

Colombia is a huge hit with our travellers, not least for its rich history, diverse landscapes and warm welcomes. This voluntour hones in on the coffee region, where you’ll use caffeinated energy to keep up with the local children, teaching them English, sports and arts and crafts classes, and helping with their daily homework. Days 1-3 Bogotá / Manizales Start your journey in the Colombian capital, and get started on a busy itinerary with a guided bike tour on Day 2. Led by a local guide, start in the neighbourhood of La Candelaria, famous for its cobbled streets, museums and traditional churches. Move on to explore the city’s parks and gain an insight into the city’s rising street art scene. Travel by bus to the small university city of Manizales on Day 3. (2B)

Days 4-6 Manizales / Ibagué Start Day 4 with a transfer to Hacienda Venecia, a coffee farm that’s been raking in the beans for over 100 years. As you walk through the leafy plantations, learn about the roasting process and the country’s coffee culture (coffee this good means a whole different breed of hipster). After a day at leisure, make your way to Ibagué on Day 6, where you’ll start on your volunteer project. (3B)

Days 7-11 Volunteer Project in Ibagué Spend the next five days volunteering with local children in the heart of Colombia’s coffee region. Depending on the project’s urgent needs, you might find yourself doing a whole range of tasks, including helping the children with their schoolwork, cleaning classrooms, helping to coordinate sports and dance activities or giving them a hand with their homework. Your orientation briefing will give you a good overview of the days ahead. You’ll clock out at 5.30pm every day, so the evenings are all yours. (5B, 5L, 5D)

CO LO M B I A

Manizales

Bogotá Ibagué

Days 12-14 Bogotá Travel back to Colombia’s capital by bus on Day 12 and check in to your accommodation. With another day to spend at leisure, head to the botanical gardens, seek out an impromptu live performance in La Candelaria or head to one of the bars for a game of tejo. The trip comes to an end on the morning of Day 14. (2B)

Tour Code: BOGVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

VOLUNTEER WITH KIDS

BOGOTÁ BIKE TOUR

COLOMBIAN COFFEE

FREE TIME

Help out at a local NGO that supports underprivileged kids with school and homework, and organises extracurricular activities.

A great way to see the city. Take to the streets with a local guide, seek out the popular neighbourhoods and learn about Bogotá’s history.

Get to know the birthplace of one of the world’s best beans. Learn about coffee culture on a working coffee farm and try a glass of tinto.

Travelling is all about seeing things for yourself, so make the most of free time in Bogotá and Manizales, as well as your evenings in Ibagué.

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VOLUNTEER GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS PRICE FR £913

DURATION 10+ DAYS

LOCATION SAN CRISTÓBAL, GALÁPAGOS THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Fridays PROJECT LOCATION: San Cristóbal Island,

Galápagos Islands GETTING THERE: Airport and project transfers included. Flights from/to Quito not included ACCOMMODATION : Shared room in Quito hostel (private rooms available at extra cost) (2 nts), shared room in the San Cristóbal highlands (private rooms available at extra cost) (7 nts) MEALS : Not included NOTE : As an independent voluntour, you will only have a guide during specified activities; Galápagos fees are not included STAY LONGER: Fr £284 per week

THE PROJECT Located in the highlands of San Cristóbal, this programme is run by a local partner that works closely with the Galápagos National Park to replace invasive plant species with endemic ones, which are cared for and nurtured in the nursery before being taken to root in the wild.

One of the world’s most enticing and unique archipelagos, the Galápagos Islands have been pulling in the crowds ever since Charles Darwin started checking out the birds (finches) in 1835. Come face to face - sometimes literally - with wildlife, and get your fingers green as you help preserve the region’s natural integrity. Your gateway to the Galápagos is the Ecuadorian capital of Quito. Kick things off with a trip to the Equator, aptly known as the Middle of the World. The next day, catch a flight to the volcanic shores of San Cristóbal, where your project is based. A volunteer role here requires green fingers, as you’ll spend weekdays working with a conservation initiative to help protect the growth of native plants by removing foreign species from their habitats. After five days of physical work, spend a full day at leisure exploring the island’s unique species of flora and fauna, including marine iguanas, giant tortoises, colourful Sally Lightfoot crabs, blue-footed boobies and Galápagos fur seals. We highly recommend signing up to a snorkelling trip to one of the thriving offshore reefs.

Tour Code: QUIGAL

THE LOWDOWN • Volunteer at a wildlife preservation programme to remove invasive plants • Pay a visit to the Equator in Quito, marked by a 30-metre tall monument • If staying for three weeks, you can also opt to do some teaching • Spot rare wildlife on optional snorkelling or walking tours (at extra cost) • Volunteer Monday-Friday, with evenings and weekends free to explore

HIGHLIGHTS

ECUADO R

Quito

San Cristóbal Island

WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS

THE EQUATOR

QUITO

Be part of the pioneering conservation efforts of the Galápagos National Park by helping to nurture the endemic diversity of the islands.

There is no overstating the magic of this archipelago where uniquely-evolved animals roam free with no natural predators.

A day in Quito means an opportunity to straddle both hemispheres! Make for the Equator and learn about Ecuador’s native cultures.

A joyous city high in the Andes, Quito is made up of a UNESCO-listed Old Town, a relaxed Sierra culture and heaps of bars and eateries.

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GALÁPAGOS & PERU VOLUNTOUR DURATION 16 DAYS

ROUTE QUITO - CUZCO

THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £1,338

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Fridays PROJECT LOCATION: San Cristóbal Island, Galápagos and Cuzco, Peru GETTING THERE: Airport transfers and transport to Galápagos and Cuzco projects included. Flights not included ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorm in Quito hostel (2 nts), basic mixed dorm in San Cristóbal hostel (7 nts), Lima hostel (1 nt), Cuzco hostel (5 nts) MEALS : 6 breakfasts NOTE : As an independent voluntour you will only have a guide during specified activities; background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £283 per week

THE PROJECT

Tick off not one, but two volunteering projects, scoring you some serious karma points, surely? First up is the Galápagos, where you’ll be getting your hands dirty with plant conservation work. Then, it’s on to Peru to work with children, teenagers and young adults, helping them develop key skills to build a better quality of life.

The Galápagos Preservation Programme is all about maintaining the natural diversity of the islands, and protecting it from invasive species. The Cuzco Volunteering Programme acts as a socio-cultural exchange, where volunteers and students are encouraged to interact and learn about different cultures.

Days 1-2 Quito Transfer to your Quito accommodation and explore the city at your leisure. The following day, your volunteer briefing will be followed by a trip to the Equator.

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San Cristóbal Island

Days 3-9 San Cristóbal Volunteering Project Fly to San Cristóbal in the Galápagos archipelago (flight not included), where volunteering starts the next morning. Spend five days at the project, carrying out fieldwork at the Galápagos Preservation Programme, planting native species and helping weed out any invasive plants that may have found their way there. Day 9 is a free day, where you can get out and see for yourself why Darwin labelled these islands as “a little world within itself”.

Quito

GA LÁPAGOS ISLA N DS

Days 10-11 Quito / Lima / Cuzco Return to Quito and take another flight to Peru’s capital, Lima. Opt to spend the evening in the company of a pisco sour in lively Miraflores, and return to the airport on Day 11 for your flight to Cuzco (flights not included). (B)

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Days 12-14 Cuzco Volunteering Project Spend the next three days supporting children, teenagers and young adults at a local state-run school. This project is a great opportunity for students to develop skills in activities that may not be part of the normal curriculum such as art, sport, music, science and theatre. Bring what you can to the table! (3B)

Lima

Cuzco

Days 15-16 Sacred Valley Hop on an included quad bike tour and spend the day tearing through the mountains of the Sacred Valley. Take a pitstop at a local salt mine and look out over ancient Inca crop terraces as you roar down the dirt tracks. Return to Cuzco on Day 15 for one final evening of lively nightlife. The tour ends on Day 16. (2B)

Tour Code: QUIPER

HIGHLIGHTS

GALÁPAGOS CONSERVATION

GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS

VOLUNTEER IN CUZCO

SACRED VALLEY QUAD BIKING

Take up your role as conservation champion in the highlands of San Cristóbal, nursing endemic plants and weeding out invasive species.

No matter how tired you get, make the most of your free time here and go spot giant tortoises, fur seals, marine iguanas and pelicans.

Enjoy a socio-cultural exchange while helping out at a state-run school. Encourage students to develop key skills and help them with homework.

Tear through the terraced Incan landscape on an included quad biking tour, and soak up the unique mountainside views.

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PERU ADVENTURE & VOLUNTEER MACHU PICCHU & AMAZON PRICE FR £1,765

DURATION 21 DAYS

ROUTE CUZCO - CUZCO THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Sundays PROJECT LOCATION: Cuzco, Peru GETTING THERE: Cuzco Airport pick-up/dropoff, transfer to Cuzco bus station & return night bus Cuzco-Puerto Maldonado included ACCOMMODATION : Hostel (13 nts), camping on trek (3 nts), jungle eco lodge (2 nts), night bus (2 nts) MEALS : 18 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners NOTE : This is an independent voluntour; background check required; volunteering schedule depends on project needs; Machu Picchu passes to be secured in advance

THE PROJECT The Cuzco Volunteering Programme is designed to broaden the horizon of local school children, exposing them to different cultures and encouraging the development of their skills through daily activities. Volunteering tasks will be designated based on skills and experience.

See Machu Picchu, experience life in the depths of the Amazon, tear through the terraced Inca landscapes of Sacred Valley on a motorbike and engage with local kids, teenagers and young adults, all in one go! You won’t be standing still much, but Peru’s not the place for that. Days 1-6 Cuzco At an elevation of almost 3,400m, Cuzo is a famous high-flyer. Take it easy on your first day, acclimatising with a stroll around Plaza de Armas and a gnaw on a coca leaf - Peru’s magical cure for altitude sickness (and another nod to the town’s high-flying status). Day 2 marks the first day of volunteering where you’ll help kids strengthen their reading, computer and English-speaking skills at a local school. On Day 6, head out of town on a tour of the local archaeological sites. (5B)

LIKE THAT? TRY THIS..

PERU VOLUNTOUR & MACHU PICCHU (CUZADV) A great alternative if you’re shorter on time. With a week of volunteering at a school in Cuzco, working with children, teens and adults to develop various skills, you’ll also get to know the local area on high-energy activities and complete a four-day trek to Machu Picchu. 15 days, Fr £1,257 BRAZI L

Days 7-10 Maras / Moray Sacred Valley Take a break from volunteering and see the Sacred Valley from three very different angles. First up is a 4WD motorbike ride from Cruz Pata to Moray and on to the Salineras Salt Mines. Then, after a night in Cuzco, take to the currents of the Vilcanota River for a rafting experience followed by a zipline ride. It’s back to the project and back to work on Days 9-10. (4B)

PER U

Days 11-16 Machu Picchu / Cuzco

Puerto Maldonado

Machu Picchu

Not all roads lead to Machu Picchu, but a few do. Opt to clock up your steps on the classic Inca Trail, or take on the Lares Trail for the chance to interact with Quechuan farmers and weavers. At the ruins, enjoy a two-hour guided tour before returning to Cuzco on Day 14. Return to the project on Day 16 and catch the night bus to Puerto Maldonado in the evening. (5B, 3L, 3D)

Maras

BOLI VI

Cuzco

Days 17-21 Puerto Maldonado / Cuzco Make your way to the eco lodge by boat for two days under the thriving canopy of the Amazon. Get to know the local ecosystem, visit an animal rescue centre and finish up with a caiman hunt along the river. Back in Puerto Maldonado, head to the nearby Snake House to see reptiles rescued by a local biologist. Head to the Pool House for a dip before catching your overnight bus to Cuzco. Day 20 is your last full free day before your included airport transfer on Day 21. (4B, 2L, 2D)

Tour Code: CUZJUN

HIGHLIGHTS

MACHU PICCHU

VOLUNTEER IN CUZCO

SACRED VALLEY 4WD BIKE RIDE

AMAZON RAINFOREST

See the iconic site with a local guide and learn about its contested history. Book early to secure a trekking permit. They sell quickly!

Take up a volunteering role at a state-run school. Help organise daily activities and play a part in tutoring, reading and homework sessions.

Accelerate along dirt roads, cut through the fields and find your way to the Sacred Valley’s most impressive sites, including the Sarineras Salt Mines.

Stay in an eco lodge, head out on nature walks and visit an animal rescue centre home to rehabilitating jaguar, puma, macaws and tapirs.

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TEACHING CHILDREN IN PERU PRICE FR £1,295

DURATION 14+ DAYS

LOCATION CUZCO

PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION: Cuzco, Peru

THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

GETTING THERE: Arrival airport transfer included on previous Friday, 8am-11pm ACCOMMODATION : Shared same-sex dorm with shared bathroom MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Background check required; medical form required STAY LONGER: Fr £350 per fortnight

THE PROJECT GVI works with a range of educational organisations in and around Cuzco, contributing to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal of promoting quality pre-primary and primary education. This programme also helps to provide productive employment for educators in Cuzco, who are traditionally overworked with little or no quality resources.

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Put on your change-maker hat and join the others in the primary schools of Cuzco. By supporting English education in Peru, you’ll help the children capitalise on their country’s growing tourism clout by improving their access to a variety of jobs and industries. Your role will be to support them during English and maths lessons, making sure everything is in place for them to run effectively. In turn, you’ll gain hands-on teaching experience and receive practical mentorship from staff on the ground.

Cuzco

Tour Code: GVIPER

HIGHLIGHTS

ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS

WORK IN THE COMMUNITY

FREE TIME

Work at local primary schools to support English and maths lessons, and develop your leadership skills in the process.

Based in colonial Cuzco, you’re perfectly poised to take on nearby Machu Picchu or Manu National Park in your own time.

NEED TO KNOWS

BOLIVIA VOLUNTOUR PRICE FR £886

DURATION 15 DAYS

ROUTE LA PAZ - LA PAZ

PROJECT START DATE: Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION: La Paz GETTING THERE: Transfers from/to airport,

return transfers to Uyuni, Copacabana and Isla del Sol included ACCOMMODATION : Hotel in La Paz (dorm, single or double room depending on package) (9 nts), hotel in Isla del Sol (1 nt), shared dorm in Uyuni (2 nts), night bus (2 nts) MEALS : 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners NOTE : This is an independent voluntour, only specified activities are guided; background check required

PER U B O L IV IA

Isla del Sol

Discover some of Bolivia’s biggest draws and help to make a difference for marginalised Bolivians on this unguided voluntour. In between trips to Lake Titicaca and the Uyuni Salt Flats, the real heart of this trip is the five days spent at a volunteer project in La Paz, working with social support programmes that aim to promote rehabilitation and social reintegration for single mothers, people struggling with addiction, and children and young people who have suffered from sexual abuse and violence.

Tour Code: LPBVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

Atulcha

La Paz

Uyuni Polques

CHIL E ARGENTINA

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERING

UYUNI SALT FLATS

Work at a foundation aimed at supporting marginalised Bolivians, helping in the kitchen, dining room or with sanitation.

Explore the otherworldly salt flats, geysers, hot springs and multi-coloured lagoons of Uyuni on a three-day trip from La Paz.

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THE PROJECT Run by a local foundation, the goal of this programme is to aid rehabilitation and social reintegration by providing meals, housing, clothing, medicine, education and therapy for La Paz’s disadvantaged. Female volunteers will work with women, and men will work with men.

NEED TO KNOWS

TEACH ENGLISH IN ARGENTINA PRICE FR £913

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA

PROJECT START DATE: Mondays (arrive Sunday for compulsory induction) PROJECT LOCATION: Buenos Aires GETTING THERE: Make your own way to the

THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

residence house ACCOMMODATION : Volunteer house (14+ nts) MEALS : Not included (self-catering facilities are available) NOTE : Basic Spanish recommend; background check required B R AZ IL

STAY LONGER: Fr £272 per week

THE PROJECT

Hang up your backpack for a while and take up your place in the classroom of a community-run school. Largely run by volunteers, it’s a valuable resource for local families who can’t afford to send their children to other English schools, and ensures they have the same access to education. Tasks range from teaching English to playing educational games and giving singing lessons. You can even help to develop a teaching project of your own on topics like history, music or theatre.

ARGENTINA

Buenos Aires

This community school is a beacon of hope in a neighbourhood that is often neglected by the state. Not only does it provide an affordable alternative to other English schools (often five times more expensive), it also acts as a springboard for local graduates and advanced teaching students.

Tour Code: BUETEA

HIGHLIGHTS

HELP FIGHT FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE

FREE TIME

Help provide rich, cultured education in a neighbourhood often marred by a lack of running water and paved roads.

With your hands full during the day, give them a rest at night and make your feet do the work instead at a local tango club.

NEED TO KNOWS

LEARN SPANISH & VOLUNTEER WITH KIDS PRICE FR £1,383

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA

PROJECT START DATE: Mondays (arrive Sunday for compulsory induction) PROJECT LOCATION: Buenos Aires GETTING THERE: Make your own way to the

residence house ACCOMMODATION : Volunteer house (14+ nts) MEALS : Self-catering facilities available NOTE : 20 hours of Spanish lessons included. Background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £272 per week B R AZ IL

This project helps young children faced with malnutrition, poverty, pollution, violence and a lack of education. The centre only exists because of the efforts of volunteers and the donations they bring with them, so your value to this community will be immeasurable. Be ready to cook, serve food, clean, and play games, and act as a role model as you take up your position as an English teacher. Plus, with 20 hours of included Spanish lessons, you’ll also get to play the role of student, getting the best of both worlds!

ARGENTINA

Buenos Aires

Tour Code: BUEVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

INSPIRE YOUNG CHILDREN

BRUSH UP YOUR SPANISH

Help nurture a healthy attitude to education at the earliest stages, and know your efforts mean the world to the children you teach.

Get the most of your experience with 20 hours of Spanish lessons, and open up new avenues of communication in the classroom.

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THE PROJECT The main goal of this centre is to offer children and their families a place of education and support, and to compensate for the government’s lack of educational investment. It also offers training and work experience opportunities to unemployed women.

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VOLUNTEER IN A COMMUNITY SOUP KITCHEN (BUESOU) Work in a kitchen and community centre that provides support to local families, food for the centre’s daycare children and training sessions to unemployed women in the area. 2-12 Weeks, Fr £913

VOLUNTEER BRAZIL DURATION 2-4 WEEKS

LOCATION RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL

THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £663

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Daily (orientation meetings are on Mondays, so we suggest arriving on a Saturday or Sunday) PROJECT LOCATION: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil GETTING THERE: Transfer from airport

included. Return not included ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorm in Cabanacopa Hostel (13+ nts) MEALS : Breakfast daily NOTE : Background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £489 per fortnight

THE PROJECT Our partners have set up this project to support the true agents of change in Rio’s favela communities - the residents. Very much a two-way street, local residents learn best practices in educational development, and volunteers and social entrepreneurs gain valuable community development experience.

Not many cities can rival Rio’s energy, whether that be on the shores of Copacabana or among the pounding rhythms of a samba party. This volunteering project focuses on the less glamorous, but no less vibrant part of town, where projects are well underway to ensure lasting transformations in favela communities.

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VOLUNTEER ON AN ECO FARM IN BRAZIL (RIOECO) Join the team at Eco Caminhos, an eco farm just three hours away from Rio, and learn about bioconstruction, organic farming and permaculture. 8+ days, Fr £582

This varied and inspiring project is based in favelas across Rio. Working in local communities, you’ll help build skill sets among the poorest residents to support long-term transformation in underserved regions. There are nine different projects to choose from, focusing on education (English, IT, and tutoring), art (graffiti murals and classes for children), manual labour support, urban gardening, sports, and women’s empowerment. Opt for the two, three, or four-week programme for a host of extra activities including boat parties, city tours, capoeira classes, and other cultural events. On the weekend, take a hike in the Tijuca Forest or head to the caipirinha-soaked beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema.

Tour Code: RIOVL5

B R AZ IL

THE LOWDOWN B O L IV IA

• Volunteer three times a week in favelas across Rio de Janeiro • Stay at a hostel, just a ten-minute walk from Copacabana Beach • Get used to your surroundings with a tour of a favela and cultural integration opportunities • Choose from nine different project activities • Receive an orientation about the project as well as Portuguese translation support

HIGHLIGHTS

Rio de Janeiro

ARGENTINA

WORK IN A FAVELA

RIO DE JANEIRO

COPACABANA BEACH

IMPROVE YOUR PORTUGUESE

Work in one of the poorest parts of Rio to develop skill sets and contribute to activities aimed at enriching the lives of local families.

A hip shaker of a city if ever there was one, the city itself is highlight enough! Spend free time on the beach and enjoy an included Big Dude Tour.

Just a ten-minute walk from your hostel. It tends to keep up the Carnival spirit all year round, so the weekend promises to be a good one.

By no means a requirement, they say the best way to learn a new language is to throw yourself right in the middle of it. So why not give it a go?

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CHILE VOLUNTOUR PRICE FR £1,139

DURATION 14 DAYS

ROUTE SANTIAGO - SANTIAGO THE AMERICAS - VOLUNTEERING

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Thursdays PROJECT LOCATION: Santiago GETTING THERE: Transfers from airport and to/from Valparaíso included. ACCOMMODATION : Mixed or single sex dorms, single or double rooms in Santiago (4 nts) and Valparaíso (3 nts) hostels, 3* or 4* hotels depending on package, volunteer homestay (6 nts) MEALS : 13 breakfasts, 6 dinners NOTE : This is an independent voluntour, only specified activities are guided; background check required

THE PROJECT Although Santiago is a modern, up-andcoming city, there are many areas that are underdeveloped and lack services. One project provides care and support to children from poorer communities, while the other rescues and rehomes stray cats and dogs.

Work on one of two volunteer projects and explore the intriguing cities of Santiago and Valparaíso on this two-week voluntour in Chile. Staying with a local host family, you’ll either help children from deprived areas of the capital or care for stray cats and dogs at a rescue centre. There’s also plenty of free time for sightseeing! Days 1-4 Santiago An included airport pick-up will make your first day in the Chilean capital a breeze. Go and explore or simply relax ahead of your locally guided bike tour on Day 2. If you choose to go on the morning tour, you’ll ride through the city centre, passing the Plaza de Armas, Museum of Fine Arts and La Vega Market. If you opt for an afternoon tour, you’ll learn all about Pinochet’s notorious 1973 political coup while peddling around Balmaceda Park and Plaza Italia. After a free day, transfer to your homestay on Day 4. (3B, D)

Days 5-9 Santiago (Volunteer Project) Over the next five days, get stuck into your volunteer project and gain an insight into daily Chilean life. Choose to help impoverished children, teaching them basic skills and playing sports, or lend a hand at a rescue centre for street animals. Breakfast and dinner will be provided for you at your homestay. (5B, 5D)

Valparaíso

Days 10-14 Santiago / Valparaíso Say goodbye to your host family and catch a bus to Valparaíso. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this quirky port city is all about maze-like alleyways, dilapidated mansions, bohemian culture and incredible street art. Once you’ve got settled in to your accommodation, why not check out some of the city’s lively nightlife? The next morning, join a local guide for a walking tour, learning all about Valparaíso’s intriguing stories and unique history along the way. (2B)

Santiago

ARGENT I NA

CHIL E

Days 12-14 Valparaíso / Santiago Enjoy a free day on Day 12 and continue to explore Valparaíso on your own. Filled with cafés and galleries, it was also home to the poet, writer and artist Pablo Neruda, who summed up the city pretty much perfectly when he said, “Valparaíso, how absurd you are…you haven’t combed your hair, you’ve never had time to get dressed, life has always surprised you.” Opt to visit Neruda’s house - La Sebastiana - for wonderful architecture and views of the city. The next day, take a bus back to Santiago and enjoy one last evening out on the town. Your trip ends the morning of Day 14. (3B)

Tour Code: SCLVOL

HIGHLIGHTS

BIKE TOUR

WALKING TOUR

HOME STAY

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Peddle through Santiago’s vibrant neighbourhoods, past food markets, murals, parks and plazas, accompanied by a local guide.

Hear fascinating stories about the hilly port city of Valparaíso, famous for its colourful houses, street art and seaside views.

You’ll stay with a local family and get a real insight into what day-to-day life is like in Chile. It’s also an opportunity to brush up on your Spanish.

Whether you choose to work with underprivileged kids or care for street animals, you'll be making a positive impact on developing communities.

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VOLUNTEERING

Australasia

AUSTRALIA FIJI

NEW ZEALAND

Nature has plenty to shout about in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Join the conservation efforts with volunteering opportunities in habitat restoration, marine research and wildlife surveys.

NEED TO KNOWS

WILDLIFE HABITAT VOLUNTEERING PRICE FR £1,876

DURATION 4-8 WEEKS

LOCATION PORT DOUGLAS, AUSTRALIA

PROJECT START DATE: Selected Tuesdays

AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND & FIJI - VOLUNTEERING

PROJECT LOCATION: Port Douglas, Australia (approx. 1hr north of Cairns) GETTING THERE: Arrival airport transfer to Cairns available at extra cost. Return transfers from Cairns to Port Douglas included ACCOMMODATION : Shared mixed dorm in

hostel (27+ nts) MEALS : 2 meals a day (weekdays only) STAY LONGER: Fr £722 per week

THE PROJECT

Port Douglas

Port Douglas is a bit of a starlet among dreamy Aussie destinations, with the gorgeous Four Mile Beach and a lush rainforest taking centre stage. See it for yourself and work in the middle of it all at Wildlife Habitat, a centre dedicated to educating visitors on Australia’s native species and raising the profile of national conservation efforts. Help the team to care for the animals by preparing food, collecting leaves for koalas and kangaroos, engaging with visitors and take part in community-based sustainability projects.

Wildlife Habitat is Advanced Eco certified, recognised as a champion of biodiversity conservation and a provider of educational experiences for locals and visitors. Billed as an immersion exhibit, guests can see the native species up close as the animals are cared for in settings resembling their natural habitats.

AUS TR AL IA

Tour Code: WHVCNS

HIGHLIGHTS

WILDLIFE VOLUNTEERING

PORT DOUGLAS

Get to work caring for the native animals of Wildlife Habitat, helping with cleaning, feeding and guiding duties.

Visit the outer Great Barrier Reef, just an hour offshore, or take a trip to the Dickson Inlet, home to fish and crocodiles.

NEED TO KNOWS

CONSERVATION IN NEW ZEALAND PRICE FR £344

DURATION 5+ DAYS

LOCATION SELECTED CITIES, NEW ZEALAND

PROJECT START DATE: Fridays PROJECT LOCATION: Selected cities,

New Zealand GETTING THERE: Meet at the local project office at 11am on Friday for briefing. All transport is included from this point on ACCOMMODATION : Multi-share houses, hostels or camping (dependent on placement) (5+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Reasonable level of fitness required STAY LONGER: Fr £344 per week

PROJEKT PUR

NATURSCHUTZPROJEKT

Auckland

For New Zealand’s leading conservation charity, getting volunteers on-board is vital so its projects can provide positive and longterm conservation outcomes. Your visit will help make a real difference to the environment and the local wildlife. Conservation locations vary from urban parks, heritage sites and nature reserves to places off the usual tourist trail. No prior skills or experience are needed, just a willingness and enthusiasm to get involved. Choose to work in Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch.

NEW

Z EAL AND

Wellington Christchurch

THE PROJECT The great thing about this project is that it sends you to where the biggest need is at the time. That way, you know that what you’re doing has real value. You may be helping to plant trees, build tracks or even lend a hand at a heritage restoration project.

Tour Code: AKLCEX

HIGHLIGHTS

NATURE CONSERVATION

GET OUTDOORS

Activities vary depending on the programme, but can include tree planting, track construction, wildlife surveys and restoration projects.

This project is perfect for all outdoorsy types, because that’s where you’ll be most of the time!

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CHILDREN & SCHOOLS PROGRAMME IN FIJI AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND & FIJI - VOLUNTEERING

PRICE FR £704

DURATION 1-8 WEEKS

LOCATION YASAWA ISLANDS, FIJI

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Saturdays PROJECT LOCATION: Yasawa Islands (3.5hour boat transfer from Port Denarau) GETTING THERE: Return transfer from/to Port Denarau (taxi transfers from Nadi airport to Port Denarau are at extra cost) ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorm or shared

Fijian bure (7+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : We recommend at least 2 weeks on this project. Background check required STAY LONGER: Fr £562 per week

THE PROJECT Fijians are known for their warm welcomes, and for their resilient and tight-knit communities. What better way to join in and give back than by pitching in at a local school? The children are so eager to learn about the world, and they love getting to know the classroom volunteers. Based in the sublime Yasawa Islands, take up your volunteering role at an under-resourced and understaffed local school. Encourage children aged 3-13 to develop their education, and help open up a brighter future for them. By providing support in lessons, workshops and extracurricular activities, as well as encouraging parents to appreciate that school is cool, you’ll inspire confidence and change within the community. In your free time, hang out with the other volunteers or take some well-deserved rest down by the beach, swim with manta rays in the wild (May-Oct), hop on a cruise to the nearby islands or take it easy with a book and a hammock. To get the most out of this project, we recommend you stay for at least two weeks.

Run by Yasawa Trust Foundation, the programme aims to support schools and teachers by assisting with classroom teaching (in English) based on the Fijian national curriculum through classwork, literacy games and educational activities.

Yasawa Islands

FIJI

Tour Code: NANCHI

THE LOWDOWN

Nadi

• Volunteer Mon-Fri from 8am-3pm. Catch a morning longboat to school • Help to develop the education and sporting abilities of children aged 3-13 • Stay in a Fijian bure or in dorms, nestled between two beaches • Spend weekends snorkelling, bush walking or climbing volcanic mountains • Experience the Fijian culture and traditional ceremonies first-hand

WE KNOW BECAUSE WE GO “This whole experience was amazing. Come for 2 weeks rather than one to really get to know the community properly. Also, do NOT miss the manta rays. Swimming with them is one of the coolest things I’ve ever done.” RACHAEL GEORGE, HEAD OF CREATIVE, LONDON HQ #Fiji

HIGHLIGHTS

HELP KIDS TO READ

YASAWA ISLANDS

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

MANTA RAYS

One-to-one reading sessions with the students will improve their confidence and encourage them to develop their skills further.

This is some prime real estate for an office. Gorgeous beaches, no roads, no cars just the thing for days spent outside the classroom.

Volunteer work at this underfunded school ensures that the community’s children are still provided with access to education.

From one kind of school to another! Previous volunteers list swimming with wild mantas as one of their favourite parts of the project. Come May-Oct.

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FIJI MARINE RESEARCH & CONSERVATION PRICE FR £1,238

DURATION 1-4 WEEKS

LOCATION YASAWA ISLANDS, FIJI

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Saturdays

AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND & FIJI - VOLUNTEERING

PROJECT LOCATION: Yasawa Islands (3.5hour boat transfer from Port Denarau) GETTING THERE: Return transfer from/to Port Denarau (taxi transfers from Nadi airport to Port Denarau are at extra cost) ACCOMMODATION : Mixed dorm or traditional

Fijian bure (7+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : PADI Open Water or SSI certificate required. We recommend at least 2 weeks on this project STAY LONGER: Fr £1,096 per week

THE PROJECT

Yasawa Islands The serene Yasawa Islands is the picture-perfect backdrop to this vital marine research and conservation project. Play an active role with a local dive company, snorkelling and diving in the South Pacific to carry out important research on food gathering areas and reefs surrounding the villages. You’ll get the chance to identify and research giant manta rays, map local coral reefs, assess the damage done by the Crown of Thorns starfish and dive on a daily basis. Weekends are free for you to spend as you please.

With a fair few feathers of achievements added to its hat already, one of the brightest has been the creation of Marine Protected Areas on the islands of Naviti and Nacula, areas now cherished as sacred and protected by the local communities.

FIJI

Nadi

Tour Code: NANMAR

HIGHLIGHTS

MARINE RESEARCH

MANTA RAYS

Join up with Fiji’s marine research teams to gather important data on the wildlife living in recorded fishing spots and reefs.

Between May and October, the seas around Fiji are teeming with manta rays. Don your snorkel and join them for a swim.

NEED TO KNOWS

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN FIJI PRICE FR £1,495

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION DAWASAMU, VITI LEVU (FIJI)

PROJECT START DATE: Saturdays (arrive

Friday) PROJECT LOCATION: Dawasamu district of

Viti Levu, Fiji GETTING THERE: Meet at Suva. Airport pick-up and transfer to project included (selected times) ACCOMMODATION : Basic mixed dorm with shared facilities (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day during the week NOTE : Background check required. STAY LONGER: Fr £450 per fortnight

THE PROJECT

FIJI

Become part of local village life and work on a varied range of projects on the tropical island of Viti Levu. Depending on community needs, you may be helping to install rainwater harvesting systems or building recycling stations and vegetable gardens. There are also opportunities to conduct workshops in the community on nutrition, emergency first aid as well as prenatal, infant and toddler health. Weekends are free for you to do as you wish (we vote for the beach).

Dawasamu Caqalai Suva

Tour Code: GVICDF

HIGHLIGHTS

The UN Sustainable Development Goals aligned with this project are threefold: promoting heath and wellbeing, quality education and gender equality. There’s also a focus on encouraging education and developing small income-generating projects in the Dawasamu district which is, in comparison many other areas in Fiji, rather traditional with a relatively natural environment.

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WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT

DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS

Take part in initiatives aimed at investing in female education and professional development in a traditionally patriarchal society.

Workshop topics are aimed at professional development, small business development and health and well-being.

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VOLUNTEERING

Europe & the Middle East

CROATIA SPAIN

PORTUGAL

TENERIFE

GREECE

ISRAEL

Promoting responsible and ethical tourism has never been more important. Work alongside projects to protect whales, turtles, dolphins, flora and fauna.

NEED TO KNOWS

VOLUNTEER WITH TURTLES IN GREECE PRICE FR £1,295

DURATION 2-12 WEEKS

LOCATION MAVROVOUNI, GREECE

PROJECT START DATE: Selected Saturdays

(Jun-Sep)

EUROPE & THE MIDDLE EAST - VOLUNTEERING

PROJECT LOCATION: Mavrovouni (6km west

of Gythio) GETTING THERE: Return airport transfers included. Arrive 1-4pm on first day ACCOMMODATION : Mixed tents with shared

bathrooms (14+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Police background check and medical form required STAY LONGER: Fr £500 per fortnight

THE PROJECT

Athens

We’ve all sat in front of wildlife documentaries, gunning through our own tears for those baby turtles to make it to the sea. Well, it’s time to stop being an armchair activist! Lakonikos Bay is one of the Mediterranean’s most important nesting areas for endangered loggerhead turtles. Help protect them by patrolling the sands, locating new tracks and nests, educating the public about the conservation project and conducting wildlife surveys. In your spare time, head to nearby Gythio’s Roman ruins.

The area where GVI works in Lakonikos Bay is one of the most important nesting areas for loggerhead turtles. GVI works with one of the oldest and most reputable conservation organisations in the Mediterranean, Archelon, to achieve the UN’s objective to prevent the extinction of threatened species.

GR EECE

Mavrovouni

Tour Code: GVIGRE

HIGHLIGHTS

ASK ABOUT INTERNSHIP OPTIONS

PROTECT LOGGERHEAD TURTLES

CAMP ON THE BEACH

Work with other volunteers to create structures to protect nests from predators, and collect data on nesting mother turtles.

We rarely encourage sleeping in the office, but when the setting’s this good you’d be a fool not to. Set up camp on Lakonikos Beach.

WHALE & DOLPHIN CONSERVATION IN TENERIFE PRICE FR £375

DURATION 1-24 WEEKS

LOCATION SOUTHERN TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS

NEED TO KNOWS PROJECT START DATE: Sundays PROJECT LOCATION: Southern Tenerife,

Canary Islands (Spain) GETTING THERE: Transfers from Tenerife South Airport available at extra cost ACCOMMODATION : Mixed multi-share volunteer house with shared kitchen and lounge (7+ nts) MEALS : Breakfasts and dinners (weekdays only) NOTE : Medium level of fitness required STAY LONGER: Fr £260 per week

THE PROJECT Tenerife

Work in one of the world’s top destinations for dolphin and whale-watching on Tenerife’s south west coast. Venture beyond the resorts and get to know the real island, the largest of the Canary Islands. Help to collect data on local whale and dolphin populations, take part in a community outreach programme to raise awareness of ethical tourism and complete coastal surveys to monitor boat traffic and habitat health. In your spare time, explore the historic towns, take a diving lesson or climb a live volcano!

This project carries out vital work, monitoring boat traffic and its effect on marine habitats. The data collected by staff and volunteers is used in measures to protect threatened whale and dolphin populations and to raise awareness on ethical tourism.

CANARY

IS L ANDS

FAMILIES WELCOME

Tour Code: TWNWDC

HIGHLIGHTS

W ES TER N SAHAR A

MARINE CONSERVATION

PILOT WHALES AND DOLPHINS

Get hands-on experience in marine conservation, collecting data on whale and dolphin populations and habitats.

These fintastic mammals live here throughout the year, meaning you’ll be able to see them up close no matter when you arrive.

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NEED TO KNOWS

FIGHT FOOD WASTE IN LISBON PRICE FR £651

DURATION 1-12 WEEKS

LOCATION LISBON, PORTUGAL

PROJECT START DATE: Selected Sundays

EUROPE & THE MIDDLE EAST - VOLUNTEERING

PROJECT LOCATION: Lisbon, Portugal GETTING THERE: Arrival airport transfer included at any time ACCOMMODATION : Shared dorm at a sustainable city-centre hostel (6+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day STAY LONGER: Fr £205 per week

THE PROJECT

PO RTUGAL

Work to fight food waste in one of Europe’s most underrated, and one of our absolute favourite cities. Join a network of centres that work to recover food from local restaurants, supermarkets and cafés, and pitch in with packaging, cleaning, sorting and storage tasks before redistributing it among local families, elderly and homeless people in need. Shifts are held in centres across the city with typical working hours between 6.30-9.30pm, leaving you with plenty of time during the day to explore the neighbourhoods.

Lisbon

Tour Code: FFWLIS

HIGHLIGHTS

M O RO CCO

REDUCE FOOD WASTE

FREE TIME

Help vulnerable people and encourage sustainability as you redistribute food from restaurants, cafés and markets.

With most shifts taking place in the evening, you’ll have the whole day to explore the city at your own leisure.

DURATION 1-12 WEEKS

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MARINE CONSERVATION IN BARCELONA (MARBCN) Help in efforts to clean up the oceans, collecting fishing debris and plastics from around the Catalonian coast in an effort to protect the region’s thriving marine life. 2-12 weeks, Fr £1,014

NEED TO KNOWS

CREATIVE NGO SUPPORT IN SPLIT PRICE FR £651

Every day, over 3,000 people in Portugal are fed by a social institution that collects food from local restaurants, cafés and supermarkets that would otherwise be thrown away. This project works with a network of centres across Lisbon to recruit volunteers to help in the collection of food, and its redistribution to vulnerable members of the community, including families, the homeless and the elderly.

LOCATION SPLIT, CROATIA

PROJECT START DATE: Sundays PROJECT LOCATION: Split, Croatia GETTING THERE: Arrival airport transfer

included at any time ACCOMMODATION : Shared dorm at a hostel

(6+ nts) MEALS : 3 meals a day NOTE : Bring your own laptop, design software (Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent) and/or camera to participate; include all relevant qualifications in your request STAY LONGER: Fr £234 per week

THE PROJECT CROATIA

NGOs across Europe are calling out for creative students and professionals to help them improve their online presence and creative output. Many non-government organisations, some may be featured in this brochure, can’t afford to fund a full marketing team, so their message isn’t heard as loudly as it should. That’s where you come in! If you have experience in website development, graphic design, videography or photography, this project can pair you up with an NGO that would benefit immensely from your creativity.

Tour Code: CRESPL

HIGHLIGHTS

Split

NGO SUPPORT

CREATIVE EXPERIENCE

Volunteer with non-government organisations and use your skills to create marketing materials and promotional content.

Build on your existing skills and gain experience in your field of work or skill, be it design, website development or videography.

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Our partner pairs up strapped-for-cash NGOs with creative professionals to help them create effective marketing material and promotional content. Doing this, they take part in the UNs global agenda by helping to promote international volunteer programmes that work to achieve their Sustainable Development Goals.

NEED TO KNOWS

DESERT WILDLIFE CONSERVATION PRICE FR £434

DURATION 15-71 DAYS

LOCATION ARAVA DESERT, ISRAEL

PROJECT START DATE: Selected Mondays (arrive Sunday for orientation)

EUROPE & THE MIDDLE EAST - VOLUNTEERING

PROJECT LOCATION: Arava Desert, Israel GETTING THERE: Return transfers between Tel Aviv and the project included, Tel Aviv airport transfer available at extra cost ACCOMMODATION : Shared, single-sex dorms in an apartment on reserve (14+ nts) MEALS : Not included (self-catering facilities available) NOTE : Good level of fitness required STAY LONGER: Fr £81 per week

THE PROJECT

Tel Aviv

As part of the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, this wildlife reserve’s mission is to protect endangered desert animal populations, preserve native wildlife and educate the public about the desert inhabitants. As a volunteer, you’ll be preparing food and feeding the animals, cleaning and maintaining the reserve facilities, assisting park rangers on their daily rounds and helping with construction tasks and enrichment activities. Animals resident here include leopards, ostriches, caracals and prickly porcupines.

IS R AEL

JO R DAN

Arava Desert

The wildlife reserve is made up of an array of arid terrain, including acacia groves, salt flats and sand where animals can roam in an environment that’s very similar to the wild. The main goal here is the protection of threatened desert species.

Tour Code: JRSWIL

HIGHLIGHTS

LEOPARDS AND OSTRICHES

TEL AVIV WALKING TOUR

Get to know the unique variety of desert wildlife at a reserve aimed at protecting leopards, ostriches, caracals and porcupines.

Start with an orientation walk around Tel Aviv, one of the coolest and most colourful cities in the Middle East.

NEED TO KNOWS

CORAL REEF CONSERVATION PRICE FR £635

DURATION 15-71 DAYS

LOCATION EILAT, ISRAEL

PROJECT START DATE: Selected Mondays (arrive Sunday for orientation) PROJECT LOCATION: Eilat, Israel GETTING THERE: Return transfers between Tel Aviv and the project included, Tel Aviv airport transfer available at extra cost ACCOMMODATION : Shared, single-sex dorms

in hostel (14+ nts) MEALS : Not included (self-catering facilities available) NOTE : You will need to be a strong swimmer in order to join this project STAY LONGER: Fr £174 per week

Petra

THE PROJECT

JO R DAN

Located on the sands of Eilat Beach, the kilometre-long Coral Beach Reserve offers a protected haven for a whole host of coral species and tropical fish. Your role as a volunteer here will be to safeguard the ecosystem, helping with water buoy maintenance, beach cleans and observations, algae removal, assisting park rangers and informing visitors about park rules. Activities and schedules change based on the needs of the project, and you’ll work five days and choose which two days you have off.

Eilat EGYPT

The Coral Beach Reserve was one of Israel’s first nature reserves, set up to protect one of the most densely-populated coral reefs in the world. It’s home to butterfly fish, parrot fish, sea lilies and giant shells.

Mt. Sinai

Tour Code: JRSCOR

HIGHLIGHTS

REEF CONSERVATION

TEL AVIV ORIENTATION

Contribute to conservation efforts on one of the world’s most densely-populated and thriving coral reefs.

Get to know your fellow volunteers with a walking tour of Tel Aviv, with an included lunch and expert tips on Israel travel.

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Families

VOLUNTEERING FOR

VOLUNTEERING FOR FAMILIES

Travelling with a young family in tow? There are plenty of volunteering options available where little ones and not-solittle-ones can come together and make a difference. The work you and your family get involved in will vary to the regular-run projects depending on ages and ability.

ECO VOLUNTEERING PERHENTIAN ISLANDS • • • •

Take part in green education Beach clean-ups Eco snorkelling excursions More details on page 27

Tour Code: ECOPER

COMMUNITIES PROJECT IN CAPE TOWN • • • •

Help at a social upliftment project Food and clothes distribution Develop life and educational skills Organise extracurricular activities

Tour Code: CPTSE

WHALES AND DOLPHIN TENERIFE • • • •

Tour Code: TWNWDC

THAILAND SURIN SCHOOL RENOVATIONS OR TEACHING

WILDLIFE SANCTUARY NAMIBIA • • • •

Care for hurt or orphaned animals Big cat conservation Work with cheetahs, lions & baboons Help in rehabilitation efforts

Tour Code: WDHWIL

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Get marine conservation experience Monitor habitats and tourist boats See whales and dolphins in the wild More details on page 71

• • • •

Play a supporting role in class Help with renovation projects Young kids mix with others in class More details on page 15

Tour Code: SURTEA

ACCESSIBLE VOLUNTEERING

ACCESSIBLE VOLUNTEERING Jubilee Sailing Trust This UN-accredited charity and renowned sail training organisation specialises in inclusive Tall Ship adventures. Their two ships, Lord Nelson and Tenacious, have several round-the-world journeys behind them, and are designed to accommodate people of various physical abilities, including those with severe disabilities.

include navigating, setting the sails, preparing food and being on lookout duty. Regardless of your mobility or ability, the crew are all there to support each other. If you’re a wheelchair user, you may be helped to reach the top of the mast, and if you’re visually impaired, someone will be on hand to guide you around the ship so you can find your bearings. Ultimately, whether you go on a day sail TASKS • Helming the ship • Keeping lookout • Climbing the rigging • Preparing food • Setting the sails

NOT A SAILOR? NOT A PROBLEM!

You don't need any sailing experience to join. The trips are challenging, but suitable for novices who want to get to know the ropes (literally) and become a fully-fledged crew member. GET INVOLVED

This is not a cruise. We repeat! THIS IS NOT A CRUISE! This is a full-on sailing trip where you’re signing up to become part of the crew. Day-to-day tasks

or a month-long voyage, you can get in on as much or as little of the action as you’re comfortable with. MAKE LIFELONG FRIENDS

On top of the ten permanent crew on-board, you'll be one of a 38 or 40-strong voyage crew that will sail your chosen route. The buddy system - where an able-bodied person and a person with a disability are paired up - means you'll

Where do you want to go, and how long for? You can choose from various destinations and durations to get the trip you want. Ask your Travel Expert for more information. CALL 0333 321 7850 TO BOOK

make friends on day one, even if you're on your own! And with an age range of 16-99, there's no telling who you'll meet. GO WHERE THE WIND TAKES YOU

You’ll come to shore a few times to enjoy ports, islands and coastlines, and the pros will make sure to take you to the most interesting places along the way. Plus, you’ll sail past some of the world’s best marine life, from whales off the coast of Iceland to orca around the Azores. WHAT DO I GET?

All shared accommodation comes with air con, heating and power points. Shared bathrooms include hot showers and all facilities required for those with limited mobility. A professional cook and cook’s assistant provide three meals a day, as well as cakes for morning and afternoon tea (both known as ‘smoko’ on board). You’ll also get all training and equipment included while you’re aboard the ship.

Socialise Head to the on-board bar (18+ only) in the evenings for drinks and a possible bout of sea shanty singing. Guitars welcome.

WORKING ABROAD

WORKING ABROAD Working holiday visas have long been a lifeline for fresh-faced graduates who want to travel the world without having to plunder their life savings. But they’re not just for teens and twentysomethings straight out of uni! Most countries allow you to apply for a working visa before you turn 31. Others have no limits at all! So if you’re thinking about funding your travels with one of these job things, we can help get the ball rolling.

WHERE CAN YOU GO? AUSTRALIA

ELIGIBILITY 18 to 30 inclusive VALIDITY Up to 12 months with option to apply for second and third year visas HOW CAN WE HELP? Job help packages, work support programmes and professional internships NEW ZEALAND

USA

ELIGIBILITY 18-30. Some programmes require you to be a full time student

ELIGIBILITY No age eligibility

VALIDITY 14 weeks to 12 months

HOW CAN WE HELP? Teaching English abroad (TEFL) courses and internships

HOW CAN WE HELP? Work support programmes, including help with visa application and professional internships

ELIGIBILITY 18 to 30 inclusive

VALIDITY Up to 23 months

VALIDITY Up to 12 months

HOW CAN WE HELP? Job help packages, work support programmes and professional internships

HOW CAN WE HELP? Work support programme, including help with visa application SOUTH AFRICA

ELIGIBILITY 18 to 30 inclusive

ELIGIBILITY 19 to 29 inclusive

VALIDITY Up to 24 months

VALIDITY Up to 12 months

HOW CAN WE HELP? Work support programme, including help with visa application and professional internships

HOW CAN WE HELP? Cultural exchange programme, including help with visa application

VALIDITY As long or as short as you want

JAPAN

ELIGIBILITY 18 to 30 inclusive

CANADA

REST OF THE WORLD

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GROUP FLIGHT Travelling to Australia or New Zealand? We offer a group flight option via Hong Kong so you can meet new friends and visit a new destination on the way. Ask your travel expert for details.

WORKING ABROAD

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Working Holiday Visas

Work Support programmes

AUSTRALIA

CANADA, USA, JAPAN & SOUTH AFRICA

Oz is a huge country, so if you want to see it all in one hit you’ll need some extra funds. We can help you secure a working holiday visa to live and work there for up to 12 months. We’ll also throw in a free work pack to help you set up a bank account, tax number and superannuation account. Most visas are authorised within 48 hours of applying, but we advise applying at least 4 weeks before departure in case further information is required.

Our work abroad programmes in Canada, the USA, South Africa and Japan support you through everything from visa applications to touching down. Get pre-departure help and on-the-ground job support, and some even include a pre-arranged job and accommodation. See pages 84-86.

Professional Internships AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND, CANADA, USA

NEW ZEALAND

Let us help you secure a visa where you can work in NZ for up to 12 months and live there for up to 23 months. Work among some of the most scenic landscapes on Earth with a range of short-term jobs to help you fund your adventure.

Job help starter packages

& SOUTH AFRICA

What better way to make your CV stand out than with international industry experience? Opportunities range from marketing and events to engineering and architecture, and are available in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa and the USA. Want to combine an internship with paid work? Check out our Intern and Work combos. See page 83.

AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

Working holidays should be fun (clue’s in the ‘holiday’ part). That’s why our Hello Australia and Hello New Zealand starter packs sort out the necessities like tax numbers, accommodation and job-hunting support, and give you time to let loose on some great included activities. Choose between job hunting on the ground or get a position confirmed before you’ve even left the UK. Roles are available in amazing locations such as Fraser Island, Cairns and Waiheke Island. See pages 78-82.

Teaching English as a foreign language WORLDWIDE

Get qualified to teach English abroad with our TEFL courses. Internationally recognised and regulated by the British government, courses open up opportunities for jobs all over the world, with great salaries and perks. Live like a local on a teaching internship with positions available for 2-10 months in places like China, Vietnam and Thailand. See page 87.

TYPICAL JOBS

AUSTRALIA

NEW ZEALAND

CANADA

USA

JAPAN

Bar work AUD $200-300 p/w inc. food & lodging

Office admin NZD $18-$25 p/h

Front desk agent CAD $10-$13 p/h

Hotel work USD $8 p/h plus tips

Ski valet up to JPY ¥1350 p/h

CALL 0333 321 7850 TO BOOK

Hello

H EL LO

WHAT YOU GET

Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Cairns & perth PA

ID WORK

IN 2 W EE KS

Get your working holiday off to an effortless start as we take care of the hard stuff while you find your feet and friends with fun activities. Our Hello work packs also include the services of a dedicated STA Travel working holiday hero, yours for 12 months to help with just about anything. YO U

What i s i t? A 4, 6 or 8-day welcome package in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Cairns or Perth, with some city tasters included.

What do you g e t ? SYDNEY Australia’s largest city. City walking tour Ferry trip to Manly Beach Stay at an award-winning hostel CAIRNS Year-round sunshine party town. City & Market Bike Tour Stay at a top-rated hostel

CK R MONEY BA

BRISBANE Queensland’s capital city. Wheel of Brisbane entry City walking tour Stay at a centrally-located hostel MELBOURNE Australia’s hipster child. Eureka Skydeck entry City walking tour Stay at a renowned hostel in town PERTH The world’s sunniest city. Boat cruise to Fremantle Stay in the centre of the action at a local backpackers

STARTS DAILY *For full terms and conditions please see statravel.co.uk/australian-working-holiday-packages.htm

4 DAYS 6 DAYS 8 DAYS

£233

£286

£339

WORKING ABROAD

AUST R ALIA

BOOK WITH US 24/7 BY PHONE AND LIVE CHAT

3, 5 or 7 nights hostel accommodation with free Wi-Fi Arrival airport transfer Local activities and social events (see ‘What Do You Get’)

12 months membership to Hello Australia, which includes: CV building and job consultation Access to Hello Australia online jobs board and offices nationwide Arrival orientation – everything you need to know about living, working and travelling in Australia Dedicated working holiday hero to support you Australian Harvest Guide handbook Assistance with Australian bank account and superannuation Medicare, SIM card and Tax File Number assistance Backpacker by STA Travel discount voucher Second-year visa assistance Confirm a job before you arrive with our Job Before You Go programme. Upgrade for £249. See page 82.

WORKING ABROAD

WHAT YOU GET

9 DAYS (SYDNEY) 8 DAYS (MELBOURNE)

£578

£529

SYDNEY & MELBOURNE

Onward travel planning, bank account, SIM card, medicare, tax file number G RO U P A

SYDNEY

BIG ON E

Available in Sydney & Melbourne

F IN D WORK

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Arrival transfer and city orientation

Get stuck into your Oz adventure with eight or IN 2 W EE KS nine activity-packed days. Meet new people and get in the swing of all things Sydney or Melbourne! SYDNEY

SYDNEY BY INTRO TRAVEL

MELBOURNE

BY WELCOME TO TRAVEL

DAY 1 Included airport pick-up & transfer to the hostel to meet your fellow travellers.

DAY 1 Transfer from the airport to the hostel and meet your fellow travellers.

DAY 2 City orientation, Sydney Harbour jet boat trip and a night out.

DAY 2 Sort out the essentials, discover the world’s most liveable city and tuck in to a riverside welcome dinner.

DAY 3 Travel info session followed by a private cruise of Sydney’s famous harbour. DAY 4 Beach day at Bondi then walk the Coogee Coastal Walk. Snorkel, play volleyball and enjoy a beach barbie and cold beers. DAY 5-6 Overnight stay at Port Stephens: surfing, sandboarding, wild kangaroos and BBQ included. DAY 7 Enjoy a day back in Sydney to relax and sort out your onward plans.

DAY 3 Explore Melbourne’s eclectic markets and art-filled laneways before a private food and drink tour. DAY 4-5 Mornington Peninsula and Phillip Island overnight adventure. Includes surfing, wine tasting and sightings of kangaroos, koalas and over 200 penguins! DAY 6 Stroll through St. Kilda, hit the beach and opt for some paddleboarding.

DAY 8 Sort out your working holiday essentials then enjoy a farewell dinner.

DAY 7 Travel or employment, look at what’s next with a personalised advice session, followed by a blow-out bar crawl.

DAY 9 Time to live, work and travel Australia with your new mates!

DAY 8 Take in the city views with a farewell rooftop BBQ.

STARTS MONDAYS

STARTS SUNDAYS CALL 0333 321 7850 TO BOOK

8 nights accommodation: Base Sydney (7 nts), Port Stephens (1 nt) 1 breakfast, 4 lunches, 2 dinners Jet boat and private cruise on Sydney Harbour Bondi Beach trip with barbecue, beach volleyball and snorkelling Port Stephens overnight stay in bush bungalow with a surf lesson, and sandboarding Farewell dinner & Sydney nightlife Lifetime membership to Oz Jobs Programme and App with unlimited help and support MELBOURNE

7 nights accommodation: YHA Melbourne Metro (6 nts), Phillip Island YHA (1 nt) Riverside welcome meal and rooftop farewell barbecue Private food and drink tour of Melbourne Mornington Peninsula and Phillip Island getaway with beach time, surfing, wine tasting and fantastic wildlife experiences St. Kilda beach day, paddleboarding and bar crawl Lifetime membership, including support on employment and travel

Hello

WORKING ABROAD

H EL LO

Landing in New Zealand on a working holiday doesn’t need to be daunting. Our Hello work packs have been designed to ensure a hassle-free start in ‘En Zed’ with accommodation, activities and job-hunting help included.

What is it?

4 DAYS 6 DAYS 8 DAYS

what do you get? AUCKLAND New Zealand’s most diverse city. Access to a dedicated work centre Weekly pub meets Monthly city events e.g. outdoor cinema Winter movie nights

CHRISTCHURCH Your gateway to the South Island. Access to a dedicated resource centre with computers, free Wi-Fi and chill-out area Fortnightly pub meets

STARTS DAILY BOOK WITH US 24/7 BY PHONE AND LIVE CHAT

£214

£260

£306

3, 5 or 7 nights hostel accommodation including daily breakfast and free Wi-Fi Airport arrival transfer

A 4, 6 or 8-day welcome package in Auckland or Christchurch. Get a full welcome orientation covering all you need to know about life in NZ, CV and job consultation and 12 months’ access to the Hello NZ jobs board. We’ll help you find your ideal office whether that’s a sheep farm, an adventure tourism company or, you know, an actual office. Each to their own.

WHAT YOU GET

Auckland & Christchurch

12-month membership to Hello NZ, which includes: Access to Hello NZ online jobs board and dedicated resource centre Arrival orientation from local guide CV and job consultation elp with bank account and tax H number setup New Zealand SIM card 1 month free luggage storage xclusive WWOOFing E membership rate Confirm a job before you arrive with our Job Before You Go programme. Upgrade for £249. See page 82.

THE

WORKING ABROAD

BIG ON E

Available in Auckland

7 DAYS

Everything you’d get in our Hello package opposite but with loads of extra activities in Auckland and the Bay of Islands to give you the best intro to Kiwi life. DAY 1 Touch down and take the included transfer to your hostel. Take the day to relax before meeting your group for evening dinner and drinks. DAY 2 Your arrival orientation day, including all your working holiday essentials. Set up your bank account and tax number plus get a helpful travel talk. DAY 3 Find your feet on a city walking tour and head up the Sky Tower for 360-degree views over Auckland. DAY 4 Head up to the winterless north. Set up base in Paihia, Bay of Islands, and enjoy free time to explore.

WHAT YOU GET

DAY 5 Enjoy a free morning before hitting the waters of the Bay on an overnight cruise. Enjoy a Kiwi barbecue, take a kayak out for a paddle, go for an ocean swim and learn all about the stars, planets and constellations above you. DAY 6 Watch the sunrise and spend the day swimming, kayaking and snorkelling. Visit some remote beaches and keep your eyes peeled for resident dolphins. Return to Paihia for one last night. DAY 7 Treat yourself to a lie-in before the drive back to Auckland and the start of your job search.

1-2 DEPARTURES PER MONTH CALL 0333 321 7850 TO BOOK

£495

HELLO AUCKLAND PACKAGE PLUS

4 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners on your activities week 3 nights accommodation at a central city hostel in Auckland 2 nights accommodation at a hostel by the beach in Paihia 1 night on an overnight cruise in Bay of Islands Auckland arrival transfer Welcome dinner and drink Auckland city walking tour Sky Tower entry Return transfer to Bay of Islands Overnight tour includes kayaking, fishing, island exploring, bush walking and a barbecue Pub crawl Confirm a job before you arrive with our Job Before You Go programme. Upgrade for £249. See page 82.

WORKING ABROAD

Job

Fancy working here?

BEFORE YOU GO

AUSTR A L I A & N E W ZE A L A N D FRASER ISLAND Where it’s all about the beaches UNESCO-listed, the largest sand island in the world Staff accommodation included in some resorts. Assistance in finding accommodation included for other locations Staff discounts on meals Staff lounge to relax in and cook your own meals

Secure a job before you even leave your house! Guarantee your spot close to the Aussie Outback or the Kiwi coast (or wherever you want), and relax in the knowledge that you’ll have cash coming in from day one.

AUSTRALIA

NEW ZEALAND

£499

Available in Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia

£499

Available across the country

INCLUSIONS

WAIHEKE ISLAND

rrival orientation and A information session

Pre-arranged job before departure 4-6 month placements nights flexible accommodation pass 3 to use throughout your working holiday. Location conditions apply

Bank account set up

Long-term accommodation assistance

edicare information and set up M (Australia only)

edicated placement manager to support D you throughout the placement process

Work on one one of New Zealand’s boutique vineyards

SIM Card

Located on a stunning island with it’s own own private beach 40-minute ferry ride from Auckland city Help finding staff accommodation on the Island

Registration for your tax file number

TYPICAL JOBS

Restaurant staff

Front desk agent

Housekeeping

Administration staff

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Groundskeeping

PROFESSIONAL

One of the best ways to maximise your employability and bridge the gap between study and the professional world.

PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS

INTERN AND WORK COMBOS

£750

As a graduate looking to step foot in to the working world, we know it’s important to make your CV stand out, so get yourself some international industry experience! Unpaid internships are available in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africca or the USA. INCLUSIONS

WORKING ABROAD

INTE R N SH I P S

£899

Gain career-relevant experience to boost your CV and earn some extra cash on the side with Intern and Work Combo programmes in Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Intern part-time in the industry of your choice and work a casual job on the side. INCLUSIONS

Interview with intern provider in chosen industry

Help and support throughout your internship

Initial assessment (via phone or Skype)

A tailored internship placement

etworking opportunities N and social events

Professional CV consultation

Dedicated supervisor throughout your internship

Tailor made internship placement

Assistance with finding paid work along side internship

Interview for internship with employer in your chosen industry

Exclusive social events

Your own placement co-ordinator

Orientation upon arrival

Assistance with visa application and long-term accommodation

Certificate of participation

Arrival orientation

24-hour emergency contact number

VISA REQUIREMENTS VARY, PLEASE ASK YOUR TRAVEL EXPERT FOR DETAILS

TYPICAL PLACEMENTS

Engineering

Tourism

Finance

CALL 0333 321 7850 TO BOOK

Marketing

Business admin

WORK IN

WORKING ABROAD

Canada

Looking for a new place to-ron-to? Live and work in the Great White North for up to 24 months with the right visa and working programme. Here’s how.

What is it?

When can I book?

Two programmes designed by our friends at BUNAC to get you living and working in Canada for up to 24 months. The Essentials programme takes care of the basics, while the Ultimate programme offers more guidance to secure you that perfect job. The clincher? Both give you support with the visa process, increasing your chances of getting your visa application accepted first time!

You can book year-round, however visas are limited and are usually available from Oct-May. When visas are not available there may be a wait until you can start your visa application.

Who can apply? British citizens aged between 18 and 30 inclusive and Irish citizens between 18 and 35. Lucky ducks.

IEC (International Experience Canada) visas are limited to around 5,000 British and 10,500 Irish citizens per year, and are notoriously difficult to get hold of. But with just a £75 deposit, you’ll be guided through the process by BUNAC’s expert team. As the previous sole issuer of the Canadian visa for 20 years, the BUNAC programme will put you in the best position to get your hands on an exclusive IEC visa, as well as the best working holiday package to go with it.

TYPICAL JOBS

ESSENTIALS PROGRAMME

Host

£389

IN THE UK:

IEC visa application help Pre-departure advice and resources IN CANADA:

nights arrival hostel accommodation 2 in Vancouver or Toronto Arrival orientation On ground support for 24 months

HOW TO APPLY

ccess to walk-in resource centres A in Vancouver or Toronto elp to open a bank account and get H a social insurance number

- STEP ONE Pay a £75 deposit and complete your online application form

Why should I apply through BUNAC?

Ski lift operator

WHAT YOU GET

ccess to the jobs database for the A duration of your trip

- STEP TWO Start the IEC visa process - STEP THREE Apply for jobs before you leave (Ultimate programme only)

Regular organised social events 24-hour emergency contact

ULTIMATE PROGRAMME

ESSENTIALS PROGRAMME PLUS

- STEP FOUR Attend an arrival orientation and start working!

Get access to BUNAC’s UK job fair

>>> Front desk agent

£529

re-arranged job in British P Columbia, Ontario or Alberta elp securing accommodation H before arrival pportunities to work in the world’s O best ski resorts (Whistler, Banff, Big White, Panorama or Blue Mountain) ubsidised season pass (ski resort S work only)

Restaurant staff

BOOK WITH US 24/7 BY PHONE AND LIVE CHAT

Housekeeping

IN THE

USA

WORKING ABROAD

WORK

Spend the summer on the other side of the Atlantic and get some work experience under your belt at the same time! Take a look at our two favourite stateside programmes.

SUMMER CAMP USA

WORK AMERICA

What is it?

Spend 8-10 weeks in a summer camp working as a counsellor with kids aged 6-16. Lead a range of activities, meet like-minded travellers and spend up to 30 days travelling the country after camp ends. Our friends at BUNAC will help you with your visa application, as well as finding you a well-matched camp.

Land in the USA, accommodation and job in-hand, ready for the summer of your life! Whether it’s working in a country club in Long Island or a national park in California, discover the real America, share your experience with people from all around the world and be more than just a tourist.

Who can apply? The programme is open to anyone aged 18-30 with a passion for teaching and working with children.

When can I book? Until 30 April 2020. Applications are competitive so apply early. Summer camp contracts begin in June.

WHAT YOU GET

SUMMER CAMP USA

£269

IN THE UK

Help to secure your J-1 visa Placement at a camp in the USA Pre-departure training day SEVIS US government fee IN THE USA

Welcome orientation on arrival

Who can apply?

Return transfer to camp

The programme is open to all full-time students, aged 18-30, of any nationality studying at UK universities.

End-of-camp pocket money of up to USD $1,100

When can I book? For June 2020 departures, book until 31 January 2020. Job applications can be competitive, so we recommend booking early.

Food and accommodation at camp

Medical insurance Access to all camp facilities Include all of the above plus return Trans-Atlantic flight fr £499

WORK AMERICA

£620

IN THE UK

HOW TO APPLY

Help to secure your J-1 visa - STEP ONE -

Guaranteed job placement in tourism or hospitality before you leave

Pay a deposit. Summer Camp USA £39 | Work America £100

Accommodation booked before you leave

- STEP TWO Take an interview with our team or your prospective employer - STEP THREE Embassy appointment for J-1 visa and your prospective employer - STEP FOUR Complete your pre-departure orientation and be on your way!

Help to tailor your CV and cover letter for the American market Pre-departure online orientation SEVIS US Government fee IN THE USA

BUNAC support services (including 24-hour emergency contact) Social Security number set-up Medical insurance Local SIM card CALL 0333 321 7850 TO BOOK

WORKING ABROAD

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WHAT YOU GET

WORK JAPAN

£750

IN THE UK:

re-departure advice, resources P and online orientation Help with your working holiday visa Intercultural training session IN JAPAN:

ccommodation for 1 week or 1 A month (depending on programme) eet and greet at Narita or Tokyo M Haneda Airports Arrival orientation

From Tokyo’s high-rises to the massive powder bowls of Hokkaido, a working holiday in Japan will switch your life to the fast lane, with or without a ticket for the bullet train.

What is it?

Who can apply?

Whether you’re here for slopes or for high rise cities, Work Japan and Ultimate Ski let you live and work in Japan for up to 12 months. Japanese lessons are encouraged while you’re there, but if you’re struggling with the three separate alphabets, don’t worry – most of the jobs sourced on Work Japan require English speakers.

British and Irish citizens aged 18-30. You must be able to show the required support funds (£2,500 if you’re booking a oneway flight or £1,500 if you’re booking a return flight) when applying for your visa. You can book Work Japan all year round. Interviews for Ultimate Ski take place in June and July for the winter season.

ax, National Insurance, bank T account and SIM card registration in-country job support and job Full counselling session; CV translation ccompanied appointment at the A employment centre Use of the hosting centre (for computers, Wi-Fi and printing) Dedicated contact throughout

ULTIMATE SKI

£899

WORK JAPAN PLUS

re-arranged hospitality job in P Niseko, Nozawa Onsen or Yuzawa Subsidised on-site accommodation Discounted season ski pass

T R AV E L

h t u o S a c i r f A WOR

This exclusive Cultural Exchange programme lets you work and travel throughout South Africa for up to 12 months.

what is it?

who can apply?

Work and travel in South Africa for up to 12 months, with monthly orientations available in Cape Town and Jo’burg and no limitations on how long you can stay in one job.

Anyone aged 19-29. This programme is exclusive to us so you won’t find it anywhere else. Ask your Travel Expert for more information.

BOOK WITH US 24/7 BY PHONE AND LIVE CHAT

WHAT YOU GET

CULTURAL EXCHANGE

£599

IN THE UK:

ssistance and all documentation A required to apply for the Cultural Exchange Visa IN SOUTH AFRICA:

4-day arrival orientation, including: Cultural exposure Local familiarisation SIM card set up 24/7 in-country support Private airport arrival transfer nights central accommodation 3 in Cape Town or Johannesburg including breakfast and dinner ntrance to local tourist E attractions

ABROAD

English

TE ACHING

120 HOUR ONLINE COURSE

120-hour online TEFL course

MOS

Detailed tutor feedback

POP

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COU

tudy online on your tablet, S computer or phone

RSE

Developed with leading language schools English government regulated qualification Recognised by employers across the world UPGRADE

Get practical classroom experience with a combined course T ailor your TEFL course with a longer course and specialist modules

TEACHING INTERNSHIPS

Travel the world, experience brand new cultures and make amazing memories, all while getting paid!

£995

PAID TEFL INTERNSHIPS

Stay for 5 months in Vietnam or China

TEFL Courses

Teaching Internships

Get yourself TEFL qualified and get paid to teach English AND travel the world. With low living costs in some South American, European and Asian countries and wages of up to £2,000 per month, this is a great way of living and working abroad.

Our TEFL internships are the hassle-free way to get a trusted TEFL job in some brilliant and far-flung locations.

Whether you’re a gap year student, a recent graduate or just looking to take a career break, all we ask is that you’re open-minded, ready for adventure and are a native English speaker. Our TEFL qualification is international and all courses are regulated by the British governmental department, Ofqual. They’re also accredited by the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council (ODLQC) meaning your certificate will be recognised by employers the world over.

£129

First thing’s first, get qualified with a British government-recognised TEFL course. Once that’s done, you’ll be free to jet off to experience life like a local in one of many awesome destinations. Paid internships are for 5 months or more and include free staff accommodation, in-country and visa support, a TEFL qualification and salary. Volunteer internships are for up to 2 months and include free staff accommodation, in-country and visa support and a TEFL qualification.

Monthly living allowance typically of £550 per month in Vietnam and £200 per month in China 120 hours of online TEFL training Accommodation, full in-country support, school placement, orientation and airport pick-up BACHELOR’S DEGREE REQUIRED FOR VIETNAM FOR VISA PURPOSES VOLUNTEER TEFL INTERNSHIPS

Stay for 2 months in Thailand 120 hours of online TEFL training Accommodation, full in-country support, school placement, orientation and airport pick-up NO DEGREE REQUIRED

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BACKPACKING THROUGH SOUTH AMERICA?

Schedule in some classes in Buenos Aires, Cuzco or Cartagena and get your holas and your una cerveza por favors in order. JETTING OFF TO ASIA?

Master the art of Japanese or Mandarin and you’ll be ordering sushi or dumplings like a pro in no time. ESCAPING TO EUROPE?

Everything’s sexier in Europe, including languages. Add some joie de vivre, la dolce vita or pura vida (that’s French, Italian or Spanish) to your repertoire and watch the admirers come running.

Recent studies show that people with more than one language in their worldly pockets are smarter and more creative than their monoglot pals. Our language study partner, Linguista, offers more than 260 schools worldwide and monitors their study programmes in terms of quality, service, teaching and accommodation.

What can you expect? Lessons usually take up around 20 hours a week, plus a few more for homework (don’t complain, you can do it in the sun). Most schools are located close to the centre, so you can explore your new city while getting some lingo practice in. We hear pubs are a good place to start. And as most of our language students are independent travellers aged between 18 and 29, our bet is you’ll have plenty of people to practice with.

Which course? INTENSIVE: Ideal for beginners or those who want to improve your language skills significantly in a short period of time. Opt for a combination course for a mixture of class and one-to-one lessons. STANDARD: For people who want to brush up on their existing language skills or for beginners who want to fit in lessons

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around the rest of their holiday, our standard courses offer the best for both. Whichever course you choose, you’ll get a certificate at the end to confirm your enrolment.

Where can you stay? SELF-CATERED APARTMENTS/ BOARDING HOUSES: Keep your independence and be the master of your own schedule. SHARED APARTMENTS: When you live with other students, you’re guaranteed a practice partner. Iron out your questionable grammar before unleashing it on to the city! HOST FAMILY: Possibly the best option in terms of putting what you learn into practice. Talking to them every day is practice in itself, and it’ll give your confidence a real boost.

LEARN SPANISH IN BUENOS AIRES PRICE FR £493

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LEARN SPANISH IN QUITO

LOCATION BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA

PRICE FR £313

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION QUITO, ECUADOR

Nestled among the peaks of the Andes, Quito is a gorgeous mix of old and new. This language school is based in El Batán and has nine classrooms, a café and an internet lounge. A bus to the historic centre a real city highlight - takes no time at all.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard Course

Homestay

Standard Course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (50 minutes)

Intensive Course 30 lessons per week (50 minutes)

Spanish & Tango

Standard course plus one private tango lesson (60 minutes) and one group tango lesson (90 minutes).

Single room with half board. Travel time to school is approx. 45 minutes by public transport. Minimum age is 16 years old.

Shared apartment

Single room, self-catering. Travel time to school is around 20-40 minutes by public transport. Minimum age is 18 years old.

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Same as standard course plus five private lessons per week (50 minutes)

Single room with half board. Travel time to school is around 20-30 minutes on foot, and can also be reached by public transport.

Shared apartment

Single room, self-catering. Travel time to school is just one minute on foot.

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or shared apartment Meals: Half board or self-catering Min Age: 18 Class Size: 3-6 Note: Price based on Standard Course (shared apartment)

LEARN SPANISH IN CUZCO DURATION 7+ DAYS

LEARN SPANISH IN CARTAGENA

LOCATION CUZCO, PERU

PRICE FR £447

Flanked by towering Andean peaks, Cuzco is the gateway to Machu Picchu and the core of the Inca empire. Learn Spanish as well as local history and culture in a stunning building located in the city’s heart.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Combination course Standard course plus five private lessons per week (55 minutes)

Private course

Combination Course

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or shared apartment Meals: Half board or self-catering Min Age: 16 Class Size: 6-12 Note: Price based on Standard Course (shared apartment)

PRICE FR £301

20 lessons per week (50 minutes)

20 private lessons a week (55 minutes)

Single room with half board (breakfast and lunch). Travel time to school is around 15-45 minutes on foot.

Residence

Twin-share room with half board (breakfast and lunch). Travel time to school is just one minute on foot.

INCLUSIONS

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA

A city of romance, culture, colonial buildings and diverse art. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the perfect place to brush up on your language skills. Highly-trained teachers will put emphasis on listening, grammar and oral expression, and you’ll learn in a friendly and encouraging environment.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (60 minutes)

Combination course

Same as standard course, plus five private lessons per week (50 minutes)

Single room with bed and breakfast. Travel time to school is around 10-15 minutes on foot.

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or twin-share room at a residence Meals: Half board Min Age: 18 Class Size: 3-6 Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay or residence)

Start Date: Selected Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-24 weeks Getting There: Arrival airport transfer included Accommodation: Single room in a homestay Meals: Breakfasts Min Age: 18 Class Size: 3-5 Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay)

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Learn Spanish in the heart of Buenos Aires, surrounded by the laid-back nature of the Porteños. Get the most out of your experience with small classes of 6-12 students, and opt to pick up both pace and rhythm with a Spanish and Tango combination course.

LEARN SPANISH IN ANTIGUA

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PRICE FR £217

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LEARN SPANISH IN TAMARINDO

LOCATION ANTIGUA, GUATEMALA

Enjoy private, tailored one-to-one classes in one of the most popular language destinations in Central America where you will be taught by one of the school’s 40 experienced Spanish teachers. And with Antigua’s main square just a few minutes away on foot, there’ll be plenty of opportunities to put it all into practice in the local bars and markets.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

20 private lessons per week (50 minutes)

Intensive course

30 private lessons per week (50 minutes)

Single room with full board (no meals on Sundays). Travel time to school is around 15 minutes on foot or by public transport.

PRICE FR £434

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION TAMARINDO, COSTA RICA

Calling all surf fiends! Laid-back Tamarindo is the place to learn Spanish for those keen to hit the beach and catch the rippling waves of the Pacific Ocean. This language school will appeal to nature fanatics, sports enthusiasts and those who just want to take it easy. Learn Spanish in either a standard or intensive course in spacious indoor and outdoor classrooms within walking distance of long-stretching beaches.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Intensive course

30 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Single room with half board. The families live in the towns of Santa Rosa or Villareal, around 5-6km away from the school. Daily transport to school is by shuttle bus (one-way only).

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-24 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay Meals: Full board (no meals on Sundays) Min Age: 18 Class Size: 1 (private tuition) Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay)

LEARN SPANISH IN PLAYA DEL CARMEN PRICE FR £414

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO

Hello, sun worshippers! This language school is at the heart of the Mexican Caribbean. Learn Spanish in a typical hacienda just a few minutes’ stroll from the beach, with ten garden-facing modern classrooms. Spend free time discovering nearby Cancún, or the famous Chichén Itzá ruins.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Intensive course

25 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Single room including breakfast. Travel time to school is around 10-30 minutes on foot.

Residence

Single room with private bathroom, selfcatering. Travel time to school is around 3 minutes on foot.

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay Meals: Half board Min Age: 18 Class Size: 3-6 Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay)

LEARN SPANISH IN HAVANA PRICE FR £577

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION HAVANA, CUBA

Learn Spanish in the Cuban capital, filled with colourful buildings and plazas. The language school is located in La Vibora district, just 15 minutes away from the UNESCO-designated Old Town. Expect top-class learning as Spanish lessons are taught in small classes of no more than four students.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Intensive course 25 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Single room with half board (meals taken at school). Travel time to school is around 15-20 minutes on foot.

Spanish & Dancing course

Opt to add on four or eight dance lessons per week (45 minutes)

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or at a residence (refundable deposit of USD $100 payable on arrival at residence) Meals: Breakfasts or self-catering Min Age: 16 Class Size: 3-8 Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay)

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-24 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay Meals: Half board Min Age: 18 Class Size: 2-4 Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay)

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LEARN SPANISH IN MADRID PRICE FR £349

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LEARN SPANISH IN BARCELONA

LOCATION MADRID, SPAIN

PRICE FR £349

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Intensive course

30 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Single room with half board. Travel time to school is around 20-30 minutes on public transport.

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or shared room in an apartment Meals: Half-board or self-catering Min Age: 17 Class Size: 5-8 Note: Price based on Standard Course (shared apartment)

LEARN SPANISH IN VALENCIA PRICE FR £368

DURATION 7+ DAYS

A close-to-perfect backdrop for your Spanish lessons: winding medieval streets, mosaic masterpieces in Park Güell, an unfinished but beautiful Sagrada Família and nightlife to remember (or forget?). And with plenty of organised socials, this centrally-located language school is a great bet.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Intensive course

30 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Single room with half board. Travel time to school is around 20-30 minutes by public transport.

Shared apartment

Shared room, self-catering. Travel time to school is around 10 minutes on foot.

Shared apartment

Shared room, self-catering. Travel time to school is around 10 minutes on foot.

LOCATION BARCELONA, SPAIN

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or a shared room in a shared apartment (refundable deposit of EUR €150 payable on arrival at apartment) Meals: Half board or self-catering Min Age: 17 Class Size: 4-8 Note: Price based on Standard Course (shared apartment)

LEARN SPANISH IN SEVILLE

LOCATION VALENCIA, SPAIN

PRICE FR £307

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION SEVILLE, SPAIN

What do you say to a school right in the heart of Valencia next to the old university with small classes and expert teachers? Add to that the city’s futuristic buildings, green spaces, beaches and enticing atmosphere.

Come and learn Spanish in the heart of Seville’s Old Town, famous for its Baroque churches, tapas and for getting 3,000 hours of sunshine a year! Expect 30 classrooms with free Wi-fi and plenty of social opportunities.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (50 minutes)

Intensive course

30 lessons per week (50 minutes)

Single room with breakfast. Travel time is around 15-20 minutes on foot or by public transport.

Shared apartment

20 lessons per week (50 minutes)

Intensive course

30 lessons per week (50 minutes).

Single room, self catering. Travel time is approx. 15-20 minutes on foot or by public transport.

Single room with breakfast included. Travel time to school is around 15-20 minutes on foot.

Shared apartment

Single room, self-catering. The travel time to school is approx. 15-20 minutes on foot.

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in homestay or shared apartment Meals: Breakfast or self-catering Min age: 16 Class Size: 6-10 Note: Price based on Standard Course (shared apartment)

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or a shared apartment Meals: Breakfast or self-catering Min Age: 17 Class Size: 6-10 Note: Price based on Standard Course (shared apartment)

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Think galleries kitted out in Picasso and Dalí masterpieces, worldclass cuisine and lively nightlife. Located in the Salamanca district, learn Spanish by day in a language school made up of 38 classrooms, dedicated teachers and small classes. By night, sip on sangria in one of the capital’s bars and treat your sweet tooth with a chocolate-soaked handful of churros (sugary doughnut rolls) in one of the local cafés.

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LEARN FRENCH IN PARIS

LEARN A LANGUAGE

PRICE FR £647

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LEARN FRENCH IN NICE LOCATION PARIS, FRANCE

PRICE FR £493

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION NICE, FRANCE

Ah Paris, with its world-class galleries and iconic monuments. Recognised by two French universities, this language school attracts students worldwide. A short walk away from the Centre Georges Pompidou, this school is home to 22 classrooms, a café and a multimedia room.

You’ll find plenty of sunshine, swanky bars and tree-lined promenades in the Pearl of the Riviera. This internationally-renowned language school is located in a villa close to the beach, city park and wine bars (so all good things) and has nine classrooms, a student lounge and a garden.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Holiday course

Student residence

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Twin-share room, half board. Travel time to school is around 20 minutes on foot or by public transport.

20 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Standard course 26 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Intensive course

38 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Single room, private bathroom with breakfast. Travel time to school is 35 minutes by public transport.

Homestay

Intensive course

30 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Single room with breakfast. Travel time to school is around 30-40 minutes by public transport.

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or student residence Meals: Breakfast Min Age: 18 Class Size: 8-14 Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay)

LEARN ITALIAN IN ROME PRICE FR £419

DURATION 7+ DAYS

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Selected Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-24 weeks Accommodation: Twin-share room in a homestay Meals: Half board Min Age: 16 Class Size: 6-10 Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay)

LEARN ITALIAN IN FLORENCE LOCATION ROME, ITALY

PRICE FR £456

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION FLORENCE, ITALY

Learn the language of love surrounded by over 3,000 years of culture and the world’s best pizza. This school is located close to the railway station and has 12 classrooms, expert teachers and free Wi-Fi.

This friendly language school is inside an old building in the city centre by the Basilica of Santa Croce, with ten classrooms and top-class teachers. And the setting? One of Italy’s very best.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Shared apartment

Standard course

Homestay

20 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Intensive course

Single room, self-catering. Travel time is around 15-30 minutes.

20 lessons per week (60 minutes)

Intensive course

30 lessons per week (60 minutes)

30 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Single room on half board. Travel time is around 15-20 mins on foot and can also be reached by public transport.

Shared apartment

Single room, self catering. Travel time is around 15-20 minutes on foot. Also reachable by transport.

INCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Selected Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a shared apartment Meals: Self-catering Min Age: 16 Class Size: 7-14 Note: Price based on Standard Course (shared apartment)

Start Date: Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or shared apartment. For shared apartment, a refundable deposit of EUR €100 is payable on arrival Meals: Half board or self-catering Min Age: 16 Class Size: 6-8 Note: Price based on Standard Course (shared apartment)

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LEARN GERMAN IN BERLIN PRICE FR £428

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LEARN JAPANESE IN TOKYO

LOCATION BERLIN, GERMANY

PRICE FR £707

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION TOKYO, JAPAN

Think towering skyscrapers, world-class cuisine and chaotic streets as well as peaceful temples and Shinto shrines. Just a short walk from Shinjuku Station, the world’s busiest train station, this language school is located in the heart of the action. Perfect for exploring this dizzying capital!

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

Standard course

Residence

20 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Intensive course 25 lessons per week (45 minutes)

Combination course

Standard course plus five private lessons per week (45 minutes)

Shared room with breakfast. Travel time to school is around 30-40 minutes by public transport.

Shared apartment

Twin-share room, self-catering. Travel time to school is around 30 minutes on foot.

20 lessons per week (50 minutes)

Intensive course

Standard course plus five lessons of conversation per week (50 minutes)

Single room with shared facilities, self-catering. Travel time to school is around 30 minutes by public transport. Homestay with a Japanese family is available upon request, where travel time to school may be around 60 minutes by public transport.

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Selected Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Shared room in homestay or twin-share in shared apartment (refundable deposit of EUR €300 payable on arrival at shared apartment) Meals: Breakfast or self-catering Min Age: 16 Class Size: 8-12 Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay)

LEARN MANDARIN IN SHANGHAI OR BEIJING PRICE FR £643

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION SHANGHAI OR BEIJING, CHINA

INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Selected Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a residence Meals: Self-catering Min Age: 18 Class Size: 5-8 Note: Price based on Standard Course (residence)

LEARN KOREAN IN SEOUL PRICE FR £581

DURATION 7+ DAYS

LOCATION SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA

But which one? Beijing is home to ultra-modern skyscrapers, the Olympic Village, a lively cultural scene and some of the finest remnants of the country’s imperial past, including the famous Forbidden City and the nearby Great Wall. Then you have Shanghai, the Paris of the Orient, arguably China’s trendiest city and boasting of the latest technology. In your afternoons choose to chill in the Yuyan Gardens and spend evenings in the buzzing city of Nanjing.

One of Asia’s largest and most exciting cities, Seoul offers everything from the serenity of the Bongeusa Temple to the vibrant nightlife of Gangnam. The language school is located in the Gangnam district, snnd classes are taught by professionals in ten bright classrooms. Post-study, get out and explore the shops, restaurants, cinemas, bars and nightclubs that make the area worthy of the world’s most overplayed song.

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

COURSES

ACCOMMODATION

Standard course

Homestay

Standard course

Studio residence

20 lessons per week (55 minutes)

Combination course

20 lessons per week plus ten private lessons (55 minutes)

Single room on half board basis. Travel time to school is around 45 minutes by public transport.

15 lessons per week, 60 minutes each

Intensive course

25 lessons per week, 60 minutes each

Small studio with single room, bathroom, self-catering. Travel time to school is around 20 minutes on foot. A single room in a homestay with breakfast or half board is available at extra cost.

INCLUSIONS INCLUSIONS

Start Date: Selected Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-52 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay Meals: Half board Min Age: 16 Class Size: Max 6 Note: Price based on Standard Course (homestay)

Start Date: Selected Mondays (arrive Sunday) Duration: 1-48 weeks Accommodation: Single room in a homestay or residence Meals: Selfcatering Min Age: 18 Class Size: 8-14 Note: Price based on Standard Course (studio residence)

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Located in Berlin-Mitte, the former Eastern part of Berlin, this language school has a free computer centre and plenty of attractions on right in the doorstep. Note: a seasonal supplement of EUR €70 per week applies for all courses between 01Jul-30 Sep20.

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a r e n L A NEW SKILL LEARN TO DIVE: CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA PRICE FR £561

DURATION 5 DAYS

LOCATION CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA

There’s epic, then there’s Great Barrier Reef epic. Get your PADI Open Water Diving certification over five days as you learn to dive at the world’s largest coral reef. Home to turtles, reef sharks, barracudas and more fish species than you’ll know what to do with, this is a pretty impressive starting point to your diving career. Your PADI course will be split into two parts: two days of classroom and dive training with expert guides, then a three-day liveaboard dive trip. INCLUSIONS

PRICE FR £264

DURATION 4 OR 7 DAYS

LOCATION KOH TAO, THAILAND

Spend either four or seven days getting your PADI Open Water certification in Koh Tao, one of the world’s most idyllic and affordable diving spots. Groups are limited to four divers per instructor, with a mix of theory, pool or shallow beach, and open water sessions. And the seven-day course? All that, plus four fun dives and one night dive - a really cool way to experience the nightly transformation of marine life. Once certified, you’ll be able to dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres. INCLUSIONS

Departs: Daily (excl. Wed) Accommodation: Mixed dorm (2 nts), twin-share cabin at sea (2 nts) Meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners Includes: PADI Open Water Diving course, 4 training dives, 6 fun dives, dive insurance, all equipment, accommodation transfers Tour Code: CNSODO/CNSODD

LEARN TO DIVE: KOH TAO, THAILAND

Departs: Daily Accommodation: Thai chalet (3 or 6 nts) Meals: 3 or 6 breakfasts Includes: PADI Open Water Diving course, digital training manuals, scuba equipment, 4 fun dive*, 1 night dive* (*7-day package only) Tour Code: FJJKTL/UDMLTD

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LEARN TO SURF: JEFFREYS BAY, SOUTH AFRICA PRICE FR £306

DURATION 8 DAYS

LOCATION JEFFREYS BAY, SOUTH AFRICA

NEED TO KNOWS DEPARTS: Daily ACCOMMODATION: 4-10 bed mixed dorm (7 nts). Private upgrades available MEALS: 7 breakfasts, 7 dinners INCLUDES: Daily two-hour surfing lesson, all surfing equipment throughout stay, town orientation

LEARN A SKILL

South Africa’s Jeffreys Bay is known the world over for its rad surf breaks. It was even named by CNN as the best right-hand ride in the world - a big claim, but one we tend to agree with. Eight days in this surfing mecca will see beginners and relative novices paddling the white water before, eventually, standing up! Each morning will be spent picking up tricks with lessons from the professional instructors, with the rest of the day free to practice, explore or head out on safari in one of the surrounding nature reserves. Tour Code: GDXVSC/GDXS4

LEARN TO SURF: SPOT X, AUSTRALIA PRICE FR £162

DURATION 3-5 DAYS

LOCATION SPOT X, AUSTRALIA

NEED TO KNOWS DEPARTS: Daily ACCOMMODATION: 4-12 bed mixed dorm (2-4 nts). Private upgrades available MEALS: 3 meals a day INCLUDES: Daily two-hour surf lesson, all surfing equipment

In Oz and looking for sun, sea and surfing lessons? You’ll find Spot X, Mojosurf’s beachfront surf camp, in a national marine park nestled between Sydney and Byron Bay. Devoted to the Aussie surf lifestyle (as laid-back as they come) this surfing institution provides a unique opportunity to spend time in one of Australia’s most remote coastal areas while learning to master the waves and breaks. Long days in the sun lead to memorable nights around the campfire, with social activities taking centre stage when the teaching stops. Tour Code: SYDMOO/SYDMOJ

LEARN TO BE A GAME RANGER PRICE FR £1,226

DURATION 1-2 WEEKS

LOCATION KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, SOUTH AFRICA

NEED TO KNOWS DEPARTS: Selected Mondays and Wednesdays ACCOMMODATION: Twin-share, single-sex

tents (6-13 nts) MEALS: 3 meals a day INCLUDES: All instruction and training, game walks, game drives, sleep outs, tea/ coffee and cordial and any activities specified in the itinerary NOTE: Return transfers to/from camp in the Makuleke included; concession not included

If you’ve watched any Attenborough documentary and wished you had his job, this is the next best thing. Spend from one to eight weeks in and around South Africa’s famous Kruger National Park, gaining an in-depth bush learning experience which will show you the ropes on how to be a game ranger. You’ll learn about animal behaviour, orientation, navigation, bush skills, 4WD driving, how to track game as well as how to identify species of birds. By the end, you’ll have learnt many of the integral skills which make a great game ranger. Tour Code: SAECOQ

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• “Other travel services” (for example, tours or excursions) which account for a significant proportion of the value of the overall package; or

5.1 Unlike the package holidays we sell, if you buy a single travel service from STA Travel this may not come with protection for your money. When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. 5.2 If, after selecting and paying for one travel service, you book additional travel services for your trip or holiday via our company, you will NOT benefit from rights applying to packages under the Package Travel Regulations 2018. 5.3 Therefore, we will not be responsible for the proper performance of the individual travel services. In case of problems please contact the relevant service provider.

(ii) we have sent your payment and contact details to a third party provider of these travel services and you enter into a contract with them for the same trip within 24 hours after agreeing a contract with us, then. 2.3 In all other cases, these Non-Package Terms will apply to your agreement with STA Travel. This includes cases where you have booked one of the travel services listed in paragraph 2.2 from STA Travel and then another from a third party (even if STA Travel has directed you to that third party).

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5.4 However, if you book any additional travel services during the same visit to or contact with our company, the travel services will become part of a linked travel arrangement. In that case we have, as required by the Package Travel Regulations, protection in place to refund your payments to us for services not performed because of our insolvency. Please note that this does not provide a refund in the event of the insolvency of the relevant service provider. 5.5 We have taken out insolvency protection with ABTA – The Travel Association (membership number V1958). You can contact ABTA – The Travel Association at 30 Park Street, London, SE1 9EQ; claims@abta.co.uk; if services are denied because of our insolvency. Note: This insolvency protection does not cover contracts with parties other than with us, which can be performed despite our insolvency.

3.1 These are the terms on which we will make a booking for your travel or holiday requirements. When making your booking we will arrange for you to enter into a contract with the principal(s) or other supplier(s) (e.g. tour operator/ airline/cruise company/accommodation company) named on your receipt(s). In doing so, we act as an agent and accept no responsibility for the acts or omissions of the principal(s) or supplier(s) or for the services provided by them. 3.2 The principal’s(s’) or supplier’s (s’) Terms & Conditions will apply to your booking and we advise you to read these carefully as they do contain important information about your booking. Please ask us for copies of these if you do not have them. When you make a booking, you confirm that, as the lead name, you have the authority to accept and do accept, on behalf of your party, these terms and conditions and those of any other suppliers of travel services applicable to your booking. 3.3 Our Terms of Business are governed by English Law and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however, choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you live there and wish to do so. 3.4 By advertising the travel arrangements which we provide or sell and discussing them with you, we are not making an offer to sell those travel arrangements, but an invitation to you to make an offer to the suppliers of the arrangements. We are free to accept that offer on behalf of those suppliers or to reject it. A booking will exist as soon as we issue our confirmation invoice.

4. YOUR TRAVEL BOOKING AND YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION 4.1 When a booking is made all details will be provided to you. Once you have confirmed these details we will proceed to confirm the booking with the principal(s) or supplier(s). Please check that all names, dates and timings are correct on receipt of all documents and advise us of any errors immediately. Any changes to these details may incur charges. Please ensure that the names given are the same as in the relevant passport. 4.2 The booking information that you provide to us will be passed on only to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements or other persons necessary for the provision of your travel arrangements. You acknowledge that as part of your booking, we will process personal information that you provide to us about you and other members of your party (and you confirm that you have the right to provide us with personal information about other members of your party) for the purposes of performing our obligations in relation to your booking (which includes, but is not limited to, giving your personal information to airlines, other suppliers of travel services and public authorities (such as customs or immigration) (together “Travel Suppliers”) where this is required for the fulfilment of your arrangements).

4.4 If you travel outside the European Economic Area, controls on data protection may not be as strong as the legal requirements in this country. If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers, whether in the EEA or not, we will be unable to provide your booking. The protection of your personal information is important to us, please see our privacy policy (available at www.statravel.co.uk/general-policy. htm) for further details of how we use your information.

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(i) you book a trip with us which lasts for more than 24 hours and STA Travel combines two or more of the following travel services for the purposes of that trip: •

4.3 The information may be provided to public authorities such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law. This applies to any special category (sensitive) information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities, or dietary and religious requirements. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies. If you are travelling to the United States, the US Customs and Border Protection will receive this information for the purposes of preventing and combating terrorism and other transnational serious crimes.

You can find more information here: www.abta.com on the insolvency protection which STA Travel has in place. 5.6 A copy of the Package Travel Regulations can be found at: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2018/634/contents/made]

6. DEPOSITS AND PAYMENT 6.1 We may at our discretion operate a low deposit scheme in respect of certain bookings. Under the low deposit scheme the price of your ticket will be guaranteed upon receipt of the deposit. Once the deposit is paid, any changes to your itinerary will incur change penalties or loss of deposit. The low deposit is non-transferable. Only available on new bookings. We will advise you of the date that full payment is required. 6.2 All prices shown are ‘from prices’ and we reserve the right to alter the prices of any of the products shown in our brochure. 6.3 STA Travel do not accept cash or personal cheques as a method of payment. No charge is made for payments made by credit or debit card. After full payment, if we are your Booking Agent or Airline Ticket Agent, the conditions of the contract with your airline or other supplier of travel services may permit them to increase the cost of your arrangements. We will pass on the details of any such increase to you and we will collect the additional amounts from you on behalf of the airline or other supplier of travel services (as their agent).

7. DOCUMENTATION 7.1 Our general practice is to send documents to our customers electronically whenever possible. We reserve the right to charge an administration fee should you make a request for such documents to be sent as hard copy. 7.2 Your travel documents are valuable and should be safeguarded as if they were cash. It is not always possible to replace travel documents in the case of loss, theft, damage etc.

8. CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES If we are your Booking Agent or Airline Ticket Agent, your contract with your airline or other supplier of travel services may permit them to cancel or amend bookings. We will ensure that you are promptly notified of any significant changes to your booking, but we accept no liability for any changes or costs incurred which may result.

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9. IMPORTANT NOTE CHANGES BEYOND OUR CONTROL 9.1 Compensation will not apply if a significant change is made for reasons beyond our control. These reasons include (but are not limited to): war, threat of war, riots, civil disturbances, terrorist activity, industrial disputes, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemics, health risks, changes due to rescheduling or cancellation of flights by an airline or alteration of the airline or aircraft type; closed or congested airports or ports, hurricanes and other actual or potential severe weather conditions, and any other similar event. 9.2 If you have booked a flight and we are alerted to a significant schedule change by your airline before you leave the UK, we will contact you by email to advise you of this. Please ensure that you have given us your contact email address and that you regularly check for messages before you leave. We have no control over airline schedule changes and we accept no liability for costs which may arise as a result of such changes. After you have left the UK, it is your responsibility to check with the airline that any onward flights you have confirmed are operating as booked. We strongly recommend that you contact your airline at least 72 hours before the scheduled departure of each flight to do this. Please note that for some airlines it is mandatory to confirm with them your intention to fly.

10. OUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR ARRANGEMENTS 10.1 Nothing in this section or elsewhere in these terms and conditions is intended to or shall operate to exclude our liability for performance of our obligations under the Package Travel Regulations and/or the ATOL Regulations. 10.2 In all circumstances, we will not be liable where any failure in the performance of the contract is due to: you (including, without limitation, unacceptable behaviour by you); or a third party unconnected with the provision of the travel arrangements and where the failure is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or due to unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which we or the other suppliers of travel services, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall. 10.3 Except as otherwise stated in these terms and conditions, any relevant international convention and in cases involving death or injury caused by our negligence or fraud, we have no liability to you for the actual performance of the services by the other suppliers of travel services unless it is proved that we have breached our duty to select the suppliers with reasonable care and skill and damage to you has been caused as a result of that breach. 10.4 Please note that any other suppliers of travel services who provide services as part of your arrangement may also limit their liability to you. We cannot accept responsibility for any services which do not form part of the contract between you and us. As such, you are advised to read the terms and conditions of any other suppliers of travel services who are supplying services to you. 10.5 You can ask for copies of the suppliers’ terms and conditions, or the international conventions, from the relevant supplier or from us by contacting Customer Relations, STA Travel, St Georges House, 56 Peter Street, Manchester M2 3NQ. Or email your request to us at www.statravel.co.uk/ customer-services.htm.

11. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 11.1 Where a change to your travel arrangements is permitted and possible, STA Travel service fees apply in addition to any additional supplier charges. Please see the FAQ pages on www. statravel.co.uk for details of how to request changes. Please note that all reservation changes are subject to availability and the terms and conditions of the services purchased. Changes to name details are not allowed by many airlines and other suppliers of travel services. Whilst we do our best to make such a change if necessary, please bear in mind that most airlines and other suppliers of travel services treat a name change as a cancellation, to which standard conditions and cancellation charges apply. 11.2 Flights must be taken in the sequence they appear on your ticket or e-ticket confirmation. If you plan not to take a flight as booked, please contact the airline as far in advance as possible to discuss your options. If you do not check in on time for a confirmed reservation, the airline may register you as ‘no-show’, which could result in extra charges and/or your whole flight itinerary being cancelled and/or render your ticket void.

12. IF YOU CANCEL YOUR BOOKING 12.1 If you cancel your arrangements, you may be entitled to a partial refund. In addition to any cancellation fees set out in any supplier of travel services’ terms and conditions (which may be 100% of the cost of the travel arrangements), we will also charge the cancellation fees outlined on your receipt. We need to receive written notification of cancellation and your original ticket/voucher from you before any refund can be considered. If you decide to cancel arrangements before the balance due date, any deposits paid are non-refundable. Refunds will only be paid to you once we have received the

14. PASSPORTS, VISA AND IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS We can provide general information about the passport and visa requirements for your trip. Your specific passport and visa requirements, and other immigration requirements are your responsibility and you should confirm these with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates. Neither we nor the principal(s) or supplier(s) accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements. Please note that these requirements may change between booking and departure. Most countries now require passports to be valid for at least 6 months after your return date. Please take special note that for all air travel within the British Isles, airlines require photographic identification of a specific type. Please ask us for full details. We can provide general information about any health formalities required for your trip but you should check with your own doctor for your specific circumstances.

16. TRAVEL ADVICE AND VACCINATIONS 16.1 British Citizens should refer to the travel advice posted by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office at www.fco.gov.uk for all the countries you intend to visit. You should take advice about the health precautions you need to take prior to departure.

13.2 If the matter cannot be resolved and it involves us or another ABTA Member then you have the option to use ABTA’s ADR scheme, approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute, see www.abta.com. You can also access the European Commission Online Dispute (ODR) Resolution platform at http:// ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/. This ODR platform is a means of notifying us of your complaint; it will not determine how your complaint should be resolved.

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Prices shown in this brochure are ‘per person, per night’ for the meal plan shown, and are based on the cheapest season for travel to each destination. Unless otherwise stated, accommodation prices exclude any locally-payable supplements such as city taxes, visitor or ‘tourist’ taxes, and hotel resort fees. Airport transfers, where these are a compulsory requirement in order to reach your hotel, are also excluded and will need to be arranged separately at the time of booking.

16.3 Alternatively, the STA Travel Clinic offers a full range of travel vaccinations, anti-malarials and expert advice as well as other services for your travel health needs. Locations, open hours and consultation appointments can be viewed/booked online at: www.statravelclinic.co.uk/.

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18. ACCOMMODATION PRICING Prices and offers are correct at time of print (Jan 2020) and subject to change and further terms and conditions. Offers are subject to availability and are sometimes not combinable. Blackout periods may apply. Ask your Travel Expert for full details at time of booking.

16.2 Vaccinations may be required for some or all of the places you are intending to visit. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have arranged necessary vaccinations for your itinerary. Information on health and any vaccinations required to travel is available from your GP and on the Public Health England website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/publichealth-england.

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17.2 Under EU law (Regulation (EC) 261/2004) you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from your airline. The airlines are responsible for compensating you in these circumstances. Please note that, if affected flights comprise part of a Package arranged on your behalf, any reimbursement from the airline under these regulations will not automatically entitle you to cancel and/or obtain a refund of your Package cost from us. Further information about your rights is available from the CAA www.caa.co.uk.

15. INSURANCE Travel insurance is an important part of your arrangements. You should take out adequate insurance for the duration of your journey. Travel insurance is a mandatory element of some travel arrangements. We can arrange travel insurance for you and provide you with a quote and answer any queries you may have regarding the insurance we can offer.

13.1 Because the contract(s) for your travel arrangements is between you and the principal(s) or supplier(s), any queries or concerns relating to the travel arrangements should be addressed to them. If you have a problem whilst on holiday, this must be reported to the principal/supplier or their local supplier or agent immediately. If you fail to follow this procedure there will be less opportunity to investigate and rectify your complaint. The amount of compensation you may be entitled to may be reduced or you may not receive any at all depending upon the circumstances. If you wish to complain when you return home, write to the principal/supplier. You will see the name and address plus contact details in any confirmation documents we send you. We will of course assist you with this if you wish - please contact us in the UK, either through the office where you made your arrangements, or through www.statravel.co.uk/customer-services.htm.

17. EU NOTICE REQUIREMENTS 17.1 Under EU law (Regulation (EC) 2111/2005), we are required to bring to your attention the existence of a ‘Community List’, which contains details of air carriers that are subject to an operating ban within the EU. The Community List is available for inspection at http://ec.europa.eu/transport/ modes/air/safety/air-ban/index_en.htm. We are also obliged to notify you of the airline(s) to be used in your booking. For details please see your booking confirmation or itinerary. You will be notified if any carrier changes as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boarding gate. Please note that a change of carrier is not considered to be a significant change to your arrangements.

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12.2 If the person paying for the booking (the paying customer) is different from the travelling customer, and the paying customer wishes to cancel or withdraw the funding of any booked tickets, STA Travel will notify the travelling customer of the paying customer’s funding withdrawal and give the travelling customer the option of continuing with the booking, subject to payment of the full cost of the travelling customer’s booked ticket by the travelling customer. If, following this notification, the travelling customer does not pay the full cost of his or her booked ticket, the booked ticket will be cancelled and the amount paid by the paying customer in relation to the booked ticket will be refunded to the paying customer (subject to the relevant supplier of travel services’ terms and conditions and the provisions of previous paragraph of these terms and conditions). Any airline costs/charges associated with the cancellation will be deducted from the refund due to the paying customer. STA Travel will not charge a cancellation fee in these circumstances.

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TRUSTED SINCE 1979 Last year, we insured over 36,000 travellers from the UK alone. 24/7/365 MEDICAL HELP Medical helpline and free remote access to a private UK GP online or by phone. PROTECTION BEFORE YOU LEAVE Cover for cancellation as soon as you’ve purchased your policy.* COVER FOR 100+ ACTIVITIES Skydiving, bungy jumping, zorbing – you name it! FLEXIBILITY ON THE ROAD If your travel plans change, so can your cover. Extend and upgrade cover while you’re away. Homesick? You can even return home once without invalidating your policy.^

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LONG TERM COVER AVAILABLE Cover from four days up to two years. FREE COVER Benefit from 7 days free cover for winter sports on our single trip policies and 21 days on our annual policy. Get up to 5 days of cover for North America included at no extra cost on our premier policies. DISCOUNTS We offer up to 25% off group insurance policies. You can also get a 50% discount for children. Infants under two are covered for free.

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