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Take a Gap Year and Volunteer Your Way Around The World.

Are you a recent graduate, seeking change, or simply ready for a gap year project?

Broaden your horizon, immerse yourself in new cultures, and witness breathtaking scenery — all while you create positive change in the communities you visit.

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Why Should I Volunteer Abroad on a Gap Year Project?

  • You'll work alongside like-minded volunteers from around the globe, making lifelong connections.
  • Broaden your horizons while you tick countries off your bucket list
  • Become part of positive change in the world in underserved communities
  • Gain unique global experience and demonstrate your work ethic and your resume
  • Create memories and stories that last a lifetime

Is Gap Year Volunteering for Me?

If you're 17+, open to unique challenges and ready to dive into a world of new experiences, then gap year project is calling your name.

Our projects are designed to provide a high-quality, supportive learning experience in ethical environments, meaning they're a great fit for volunteers with less experience.

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How Long are Gap Year Projects?

Our volunteering gap year projects are customizable so you can travel anywhere from 6 to 28 weeks. 

All the projects are designed to work together, no matter the duration, you'll experience a life-enhancing trip.

Looking for a shorter, flexible gap year? Flexi Trips may be for you. Pick your own start and end dates, and volunteer from as little as one week to one year.

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Are These Projects Safe?

Yes! - As we employ whole teams in every destination; we know the local areas and communities inside out. 

It's rare, but if any problems or illnesses were to arise, there'll always be trained staff and a dedicated supervisor available nearby to keep you safe and secure, 24/7. 

We also carry out thorough risk assessments to ensure that all our project destinations are safe and politically stable. For more detailed information on how we keep you safe, read our approach to safety and backup.


Why Travel with Projects Abroad?

We've spent over 30 years helping our volunteers fulfill their potential and make the world a better place.

  • Responsible Volunteering: When you volunteer with us, you'll be supporting communities and protecting the environment so you can be confident that your journey will make a positive impact.
  • Local Expertise: Our local guides know the regions inside and out. They will share their insights, stories, and cultural nuances, ensuring you have an authentic and enriching experience.
  • Expertly Crafted Itineraries: Our carefully curated itineraries showcase the best of their destinations. So while your trip may not last forever, the memories will.

 

 

Where Will Your Volunteering Journey Begin...

All these gap year volunteering projects are packed with life-changing experiences that will shift your perspective.

But the choice is yours, where will life lead you next?

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Aerial view of the lost Inca city of Machu Picchu
Gap Adventure: Peru & Bolivia (10 Weeks)
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  • Price: $10,355 USD for 10 weeks
  • Extra Weeks: $1,130 USD
  • Start Date: Throughout the year
  • Minimum Duration: 10 weeks
  • Ages: 17-24
Volunteers clean a beach with sea lion on it
Gap Project: Peru & Galapagos Islands
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  • Price: $7,955 USD for 8 weeks
  • Extra Weeks: $300 USD
  • Start Date: Throughout the year
  • Minimum Duration: 8 weeks
  • Ages: 17-24
Angkor Wat in Cambodia
Gap Project: Nepal & Cambodia
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  • Price: $7,955 USD for 10 weeks
  • Extra Weeks: $300 USD
  • Start Date: Throughout the year
  • Minimum Duration: 10 weeks
  • Ages: 17-24
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"Excellent for developing soft skills and social skills, especially because everyone is from different countries, backgrounds and cultures.

You’ll make lifelong friends: everyone else is from all over the world, and a massive part of it is the people you meet along the way."  Cameron S - Global Gap Year

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We’d be happy to talk about creating a custom gap year for you. Most of our staff have had gap years abroad themselves, so they’re ready to answer your questions, big or small.

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