The Whole Wild World

Short Term Volunteering Abroad

Keen to spend your days exploring some of the world’s most breathtaking, exhilarating and remote wildernesses?

GVI gives individuals, families or groups the chance to make the most of their time abroad, with various short term program options. Even if you only have a week or two, you can still have a meaningful experience abroad and make a lasting impact on vital wildlife or marine conservation work. 

We offer short term volunteer projects across five across five continents – Africa, Asia, Australasia, Europe and Latin America. Or you can combine several short term projects to create unique multi-country combos.  

Our projects are driven by a core mission: positive impact. GVI is committed to sustainable, meaningful change alongside both our local project participants and our global partners.

Critical science

Critical science

You'll contribute to vital conservation research targeted at protecting the earth's most valuable ecosystems.
Ethical engagement

Ethical engagement

Using the UN's SDGs as a framework, we've made a commitment to positive, constructive and sustainable impact.
Beautiful adventures

Beautiful adventures

You'll spend your days exploring some of the world's most breathtaking, exhilarating and remote wildernesses.

Why volunteer with GVI?

Trusted service

We are your trusted guide throughout your journey and we guarantee unparalleled 360 degree support from the moment you first get in touch.

Make a difference

Become a wildlife conservation volunteer and help preserve our world’s most wonderful – and most vulnerable – habitats.

Everyone’s invited. Get up to 80% of your program fees covered.

GVI Foundation Grants are now available for conservation programs abroad. Up to ZAR 100,000 based on your motivation and circumstances. Apply by 31 Oct.