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Responsible Holidays

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Our responsible holidays focus on giving you the opportunity to make a difference in a short space of time. If you only have a couple of weeks to spare but you are interested in doing something worthwhile responsible holidaysby getting involved with volunteering then our range of responsible holidays is for you.

Responsible holidays mean you can still make a positive impact in 2 weeks!

We have plenty of volunteer holidays that we can offer on a two-week basis. Our responsible holidays cover a range of opportunities including working with wildlife either on a animal rehabilitation programme or by getting involved in a wildlife conservation initiative, working with children and underprivileged communities, teaching English or just a more alternative
ethical travel programme.

Starting at just £399, a responsible holiday doesn't have to take ages to save for either!

Responsible holidays in Africa
Responsible holidays in Asia
Responsible holidays in Latin America

Below is our full list of responsible holidays. All our responsible holidays are available on a two-week duration.

Aussie - Work Down Under
Everything you need to help you start earning Australian dollars. You’ll get access to a job centre with hundreds of jobs suitable for working travellers, advice on tax and setting up a bank account, plus temporary accommodation.
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From £299

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Cape Town Sports Project
Teach children who often make do with carrier bags for balls and inspire them to play football or take up other sports. You’ll combine much needed sports coaching with academic tuition. From £699

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Martial Arts Academy China
Master the basics of traditional Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Praying Mantis Fist, Xingyi or Baji. After a few weeks, you should be able to break a brick in half with your bare hands! From £799

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Sea Turtle and Surf in Costa Rica
The perfect combination of sport and conservation. Help look after turtle eggs and the baby turtles – not difficult when they’re so sweet! Then learn to surf or improve your technique at a nearby beach. From £649

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Thai Boxing and Culture
Learn the techniques of Muay Thai, discover the culture and language, visit a temple, meditate with Buddhist monks, and lounge on the famous Thai beaches. An excellent, unusual introduction to Thailand, with various project lengths available. From £699

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Your Complete Thailand, Australia and New Zealand Gap Year
Earn some money, help out others and experience three very beautiful countries. Get everything you need to find work in Oz and NZ and discover the real Thailand through volunteer placements, trips – and time on the beach! From £4329

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Africa Wild Coast Volunteer Teaching
Pass on your computer and sports skills to deprived children in rural South Africa. You’ll stay just two minutes from the beach, surrounded by some of Africa’s most spectacular scenery.
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From £1199

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African Horseback and Conservation Experience
Riding and caring for horses and learning about African wildlife are at the heart of this unique experience. At night, you’ll shower in the open air and sleep in a bush lodge.
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From £799

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African Reptile Park Volunteer

Get up close and personal with Africa’s wildlife, from Black Mambas to Baboon Spiders. As a reptile centre volunteer, you’ll be involved in research, feeding, building enclosures, demonstrating and much more.
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From £899

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Amazon Teaching Project
Make a difference from heart of the Amazon Jungle by teaching English and other subjects to local children – vital if they want a job in the future. Help preserve the traditional values of Ecuadorian tribes too. From £549

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Amazon Turtle Conservation Peru
A chance to see wildlife that most people never will. Work on a project to protect endangered turtles in the Peruvian rainforest, go back to basics and take in breathtaking scenery. From £1499

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America Gap Year Tours
America is an endless source of wonder and Real Gap has created numerous tours to let you experience what appeals to you most. Choose big cities, stunning national parks, the Deep South and much, much more!
From £349

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Animal Rescue Volunteer Ecuador
Volunteer in the Andes, in the Amazon or on the coast and help with the day-to-day care and rehabilitation of animals that have been abused or injured. These might include monkeys, jaguars, lions, parrots and other native species.
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From £549

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Argentina Experience
Learn the lingo, put it to use in on a project then go and discover some of the country’s most famous landmarks. Soak up the Latin American culture and experience the warmth of the natives. From £1349

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Argentina Spanish Language School
Friendly tutors, small classes and accommodation with a local family help students absorb the basics of Spanish quickly. The perfect way to learn enough to participate in Spanish volunteer projects, and a chance to discover Argentina. From £599

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Aussie - Fun Down Under
Beach BBQs, wine tasting, water sports, the zoo and more are all worked into a seven-day stay in Sydney with like-minded travellers. Perfect before or after Aussie Work Down Under or as a short but unforgettable holiday.
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From £479

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Aussie - Work and Fun Down Under
The best of both worlds in Oz. Relax and enjoy activities with other travellers before making use of job centre access and all the advice you need to find a paid job Down Under. From £559

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Australia - The Real Ultimate Aussie Package
Perfect for first-time travellers, this package includes advice and practical help with everything from visas to airport transfer, accommodation to finding a job. Stay and work in Sydney or explore the country with newfound friends.
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From £359

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Australia Bus Passes - Oz Experience
A choice of bus routes, a choice of activities and the freedom to hop on and off whenever you want. Get to know fellow travellers along the way and take advice from the buses’ clued-up drivers.
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From £99

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Australia Divemaster Course

A ten-week course in Australia’s Byron Bay that allows total beginners to achieve internationally recognised diving qualifications. Among the bay’s many attractions are leopard sharks, manta rays and turtles.

From £3699

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Australia East Coast Experience

All the fun of Sydney followed by all the fun of the East Coast! A hop on, hop off bus takes you from Sydney to Cairns, where you can take part in one of several conservation projects.

From £1099

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Australia Greyhound Bus Passes
Hop on and off the famous Greyhound buses and see as much of Australia as you want. A range of passes mean you can travel by destination, by the kilometre or by the day. From £40

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Australia Group Tours
Take one of three activity-packed tours across Oz with a group of enthusiastic travellers. Experience the East Coast, the outback or Western Australia, mingle with the natives and see places you wouldn’t see with a bus pass.
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From £699

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Australia Koala Sanctuary Volunteer
Gain an in depth knowledge of koalas and other native species by helping with feeding, monitoring and more. Free time can be spent in nearby Brisbane or getting to know the animals better. From £329

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Australia Surf and Sun Combo

A blockbuster of a trip that brings together a week of fun activities in Sydney, five days of surfing lessons around Byron Bay and a bus pass so you can create your own route to Cairns.

From £899

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Australia Wildlife Park
Hands-on involvement with conservation projects that will give you in depth insight into Australia’s fauna. Help out with fun days and present pythons, lizards and other animals to the public. From £699

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Australia Wildlife Sanctuary Volunteer
Learn more than you thought possible about Australia’s wildlife. Your tasks might include feeding and caring for the animals, maintaining the sanctuary and helping out with animal shows and night walks. From £699

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Big-Five Wildlife Conservation Expedition
Walk with lions and carry out hands-on work with rhino and elephants in Zimbabwe. Canoe the Zambezi River, stay in national parks and take the chance to observe numerous native species. From £2299

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Black Rhino and Elephant Conservation Zimbabwe

Handle rhino, train elephants and make a real difference to the future of endangered species in Zimbabwe. Living close to the animals will give you a unique insight into their lives and make for fantastic photos opportunities.

From £1299

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Bolivia Experience
A trip that combines an incredible variety of sights and experiences: living with an indigenous family, being awed by the world’s biggest salt lake, volunteering on a project, learning to speak Spanish, dancing salsa and much more. From £999

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Bolivia Spanish Language School
A brilliant way to learn enough of the language to take part in a Spanish-speaking project or to travel around South America. Small classes and living as part of a Bolivian family make learning fast and fun. From £549

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Bolivia Youth Volunteer Project
Help abandoned and vulnerable teenagers learn manual skills – their lifeline if they don’t go to university. You’ll be based in Sucre, a vibrant city where the colourful, native traditions are still in evidence. From £799

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Botswana Okavango Wildlife and Adventure
Work on up to four projects, all of which are based in beautiful and rarely visited parts of Botswana. There are elephant, crocodile, hippo and community projects and you may see other wildlife, such as leopards and buffalo. From £1299

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