Swiss Paragliding Instructors Course - Adventure Expedition (6 weeks)
Learn to paraglide safely, gain a paragliding instructors qualification that enables you to work anywhere in the world, help to teach paragliding to students as part of your gap year or career break, see amazing scenery on cross country flights above the stunning Swiss Alps, work as a fly guide and experience the bracing and delicious world that exists when you soar above the clouds on this paragliding course.
Swiss Paragliding Pilots Course - Yomper Stomper (4 weeks)
Learn to paraglide safely and successfully, fly in Switzerland above the stunning Alps in your paraglider, paragliding lessons from top instructors, see amazing scenery on cross country flights, gain the internationally recognized IPPI 3 licence qualification that can take you paragliding anywhere in the world, and have the thrills of a lifetime experiencing one of man's oldest dreams, that of human flight!
Johannesburg to Cape Town 18 day Overland Tour - Special (18 days)
South Africa tour overland takes you between Johannesburg and Cape Town in vehicles especially designed to access the off-the-beaten track highlights this rich country has to offer: brave ‘Big Five’ game reserves on foot, experience Kruger National Park, explore the Drakensberg Mountains, visit the Swaziland Kingdom, cruise through Knysna on a boat journey, stroll along unspoiled sun-kissed beaches, hike Table Mountain and visit unique locations on this impressive overland tour!
Latin America Community Teaching and Spanish - Volunteering Trip (6 months)
Volunteer and travel through five stunning Central and South American countries, from the highlands of Guatemala, the jungles of Honduras, the valleys of Nicaragua, the Andes of Ecuador to the deserts of Peru. Teach in the indigenous communities, immerse yourself in the local culture, build an energy efficient stove, learn some Spanish, trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, explore the Nazca Lines and experience many of Central and South America’s most fascinating sites!
Botswana 16 Day Overland Tour - Special (16 days)
Explore South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe on an African overland tour in vehicles especially designed to access the off-the-beaten track highlights that this 16 day tour has to offer. Visit the awe-inspiring Makgadikgadi Pans, sleep on the banks of the Boteti River, go on game drives in a variety of reserves (including the world-famous Okavango Delta), visit Victoria Falls (where you can enjoy adventure activities such as bungee jumping and white water rafting), and journey overland seeing a variety of flora and fauna on this amazing overland tour!
Capetown via Vic Falls to Jo'burg Overland Tour - Special (24 Days)
Explore Southern Africa overland seeing the spectacular sights of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe. Visit the world-famous Table Mountain in Cape Town, explore Namibia’s Fish River Canyon, journey through the lush Okavango Delta, marvel at the spectacular Victoria Falls, track wildlife and see a variety of breathtaking game in stunning wildlife reserves, and do much much more on this fantastic 24-day overland tour!
Central America Community Teaching and Spanish - Volunteering Trip (3 months)
Travel through the highlands of Guatemala, the valleys of Nicaragua and the jungles of Honduras whilst volunteering in Central America. Teach within the indigenous communities, immerse yourself in the local culture, build energy efficient stoves, learn Spanish and explore many of Central America’s most captivating places!
Southern Circle overland tour - Special (24 Days)
Explore desert landscapes in Botswana, lush forests in Zambia, tea plantations in Malawi, the spectacular Victoria Falls, stunning beaches in Mozambique, and a variety of other unique locations and awe-inspiring sites on this impressive overland tour! Visit six Southern African countries in overland vehicles especially designed to access the off-the-beaten track highlights this area has to offer.
Marine Research and Community Volunteering - Volunteering Trip (2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks)
Volunteer for either 2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks at a world renowned marine conservation research organisation in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. Tag fish, collect data and take photos of dolphins and a variety of whales. Gain a Local Marine Guiding Programme qualification and participate in commercial eco-tourism activities. Volunteer at a community project for disadvantaged children, help to organise local marine awareness campaigns, monitor and help clean local beaches – do all this and much much more!
Equestrian Work Experience - Volunteering Trip (2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks)
Do you want to combine the exhilarating world of horse riding with the wild South African bush? Interested in an African equine work experience bush experience that will equip you with valuable bush skills and knowledge? Based in the South African Lowveld for 2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks, you’ll be living on a Big 5 reserve (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino and Buffalo) and gaining a new perspective of the equine world in the South African bush.
PADI Divemaster Utila - Special (8 weeks)
Become a PADI divemaster on the stunning island of Utila in Honduras. Learn to Scuba dive up to divemaster level as you live in a remote tropical paradise in the Caribbean Sea. Qualify as a PADI Dive Master and PADI Pro as you dive in the clear, warm waters of Honduras surrounded by amazing marine life such as rays, whale sharks, sea turtles, sharks, coral reefs and an array of tropical fish. If you have scuba diving qualifications already then don’t worry, we have a modified course to suit your level and reduce the overall cost significantly!
Johannesburg to Nairobi Overland Tour - Special (30 days)
Go on an amazing thirty day overland tour from Johannesburg to Nairobi to see the amazing Victoria Falls, canoe down the Zambezi River, go on game drives in beautiful national parks, relax on the beaches of Lake Malawi, take a ferry to Zanzibar, camp on river banks and beaches beneath the stars, witness the stunning wildlife of the Serengeti and the Ngorogoro Crater and see a variety of other amazing sights on this exciting and awe-inspiring overland adventure!
Fiji Diving, Conservation & Culture - Adventure Expedition (6 weeks)
Obtain a PADI diving qualification, volunteer on marine conservation projects, help endangered coral reefs, log 30 dives in a haven of soft corals, scuba dive seeing incredible marine life. explore stunning islands and have a remarkable gap year or travelling experience on this marine conservation adventure that takes you to a ‘hidden paradise’.
Fiji Divemaster Internship - Adventure Expedition (6 weeks)
Obtain a PADI Divemaster diving qualification in Fiji, get experience working in the dive industry, dive with experienced Divemasters to learn the trade, scuba dive to see Fiji’s incredible marine life, learn about equipment maintenance and cylinder filling, volunteer on marine conservation projects to help endangered coral reefs, explore stunning Fijian islands and obtain a qualification to work in the scuba diving industry on this remarkable Fijian diving adventure!
Wildlife Sanctuary and Community Education - Volunteering Trip (4, 8 or 12 weeks)
Volunteer in South Africa on this Wildlife Sanctuary and Community Education programme for 4, 8 or 12 weeks. Whilst living in a spectacular wildlife sanctuary, volunteers help on this African community to educate South African children and care for sick and vulnerable wild animals. Whether part of your gap year, career break or ethical holiday; volunteering in South Africa on this worthwhile project gives you the chance to inspire and educate local children, and contribute to the future of South African wildlife.
South American Community Teaching with Spanish - Volunteering Trip (3 months)
Volunteer and travel through two stunning South American countries, from the deserts of Peru to the Andes of Ecuador. Teach in the indigenous communities, immerse yourself in the local culture, build an energy efficient stove, learn some Spanish, trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, explore the Nazca Lines and experience many of South America’s most fascinating sites!
Learn Spanish and Surf in Ecuador - Special (2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks)
Learn to surf in Ecuador, South America for 2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks, surf at one of the best surf locations in the world, surf the world famous ‘Point Break’, be taught by one of the top 20 surfers in the world, learn to speak conversational Spanish for 20 hours a week with the Spanish school which has been voted one of the top 5 Spanish schools in the world, go on a variety of trips including a tour to the world famous Isla del Plata and become a true surf dude on this spectacular Ecuadorian adventure in 2010 or 2011!
Malaria Prevention in Malawi - Volunteering Trip (2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks)
Volunteer in Malawi for 2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks as part of a gap year, career break or responsible tourism travel adventure to focus on malaria prevention in underprivileged villages along the southern shores of Lake Malawi. Working from the volunteer base on the beach, volunteers will become a member of a team that works on malaria prevention projects and helps the fight against malaria through malaria prevention initiatives and increasing malaria awareness in Malawi.
Elephant Conservation in Namibia - Volunteering Trip (2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks)
This pioneering elephant conservation project will take you to volunteer in an area regarded as one of the last true wildernesses left on earth, the Namib Desert. In this unique environment volunteers will track desert elephants, work with local communities towards elephant conservation, sleep under the African stars and live close to the earth, elephants and people. By volunteering in Namibia on this worthwhile programme, you will ensure the survival of these amazing animals into the future, whilst experiencing all that the spectacular Namib Desert has to offer!
Wildlife Research Volunteering - Volunteering Trip (2, 4, 6, 8 or 12 weeks)
Be a wildlife research volunteer in South Africa for 2, 4, 6, 8 or 12 weeks to track lions, observe and record their behaviour, study elephants and rhinos, look for and collar new animals, learn about conservation research techniques, assist with data processing, learn about the African bush and qualify with the Field Guide Association of South Africa.
Wildlife Training in South Africa, 4 Weeks - Yomper Stomper (4 weeks)
Learn the skills of a safari guide, discover how to survive in the South African bush, master the art of tracking wildlife, drive a 4x4, camp out in the wilds, shoot a rifle, see the ‘big five’, witness a variety of birds, identify a plethora of plant species, successfully qualify as having the knowledge of a field guide and have a fantastic adventure!
PADI Instructor Training Utila - Special (8 weeks)
Become a PADI IDC scuba instructor in scuba diving paradise on the remote island of Utila in Honduras. Learn to scuba dive up to the PADI Instructor Development Course as you become resident of a fantastic Honduran island in the Caribbean Sea. Qualify as PADI Pro and as a PADI IDC scuba instructor in stunning, crystal clear waters as you experience whale sharks, sea turtles, rays, corals and thousands of fish as you learn and dive along the way. Have the opportunity to extend the course and also complete your PADI MSDT (Master Scuba Diver Trainer). If you have scuba diving qualifications already then don’t worry we have a modified course to suit your needs and save lots of money!
Horse Safari Work Experience, Zululand - Volunteering Trip (12 weeks)
Experience equine work experience like no other whilst volunteering on this horse safari adventure in a South African Game Park! Volunteers have the chance to go on breathtaking rides in the ‘big game’ area of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, gaining hands-on experience managing a herd of magnificent horses that are trained specifically to go on safaris into the stunning wilderness of Africa.
Wilderness Conservation Project - Volunteering Trip (2, 4, 8, or 12 weeks)
Volunteer on a South African wildlife and conservation project for 2, 4, 8 or 12 weeks; assist with the wild cheetah re-introduction project, learn about game reserve management on a game reserve in Africa, track animals such as lions, leopards, elephants and rhino and contribute towards the future sustainability of a unique and beautiful wilderness area.
Mozambique Transfrontier Overland Tour - Special (17 days)
Explore Southern Africa overland to experience the unique scenery, culture and wildlife of South Africa and Mozambique. Go on game drives in Kruger National Park seeing an amazing variety of wildlife, swim in the azure waters of the Indian Ocean in Mozambique, see some of the sights of South Africa’s Zululand, explore bustling villages filled with markets and curios, and witness the variety of other remarkable off-the-beaten track highlights that this fantastic 17 day overland tour has to offer!
Train to be a Divemaster & Learn Spanish in Ecuador - Special (8 weeks)
Get a PADI Professional Qualification, dive in the Pacific Ocean neighbouring the Galapagos Islands, have up to 80 hours of Spanish lessons, explore pristine beaches, swim in beautiful crystal clear waters and see an amazing spectrum of marine life that includes sea turtles, manta rays, morays and maybe even whales if you are lucky! If you have scuba diving qualifications already then don’t worry we have a modified course to suit your needs and save lots of money!
Venezuela Scuba and Adventure Expedition - Special (10 Weeks)
Earn two PADI scuba diving qualifications, dive in some of the best diving spots in the world, learn Spanish, explore the Orinoco Delta by kayak, live with ‘Warao’ Indians, climb Mount Roraima, visit historic sites, go on a jeep tour to the mystical highlands, relax on Venezuelan beaches, climb and abseil down waterfalls
Mexico Marine Conservation Divemaster Internship - Volunteering Trip (6 Months)
Spend six months in Mexico and volunteer towards marine conservation before gaining dive experience and skills whilst interning in a local dive centre. Put your scuba diving skills to use as you volunteer to protect the world’s second largest barrier reef – the stunning Mesoamerican Barrier Reef system. Gain valuable work experience and become a professionally qualified PADI Divemaster in stunning tropical surroundings!
Mexico Marine Research Conservation (Advanced) - Volunteering Trip (5 or 10 weeks)
Volunteer in Mexico for either 5 or 10 weeks and put your scuba diving skills to excellent use as you help to protect one of the words most pristine barrier reef environments – the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Open to volunteers who already hold their Open Water or above scuba diving qualifications, this trip offers the chance to stay in a secluded tropical heaven and contribute towards crucial marine conservation initiatives.
Amazon Rainforest Conservation and Community Development - Volunteering Trip (5 or 10 weeks)
Volunteer in Ecuador in the Amazon rainforest on this wildlife conservation expedition based deep in the heart of the Ecuadorian rainforest. For either five or ten weeks, volunteers will live in a remote area to experience the rainforest’s rich biodiversity, support rainforest conservation, work towards community development and become a valued member of our wildlife research team!
East Africa Conservation and Community Expedition - Volunteering Trip (5 or 10 weeks)
Volunteer for either 5 or 10 weeks in Kenya, East Africa, and contribute towards valuable Marine, Primate and Community-based efforts: collecting data on marine mammals in the crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean, walking in lush forests observing the phenomenal Colobus Monkeys and spending time working with local Kenyan communities on development initiatives.
Teaching English in Thailand TEFL - Volunteering Trip (10 weeks)
Volunteer on this programme to earn up to a reputable 100 hour TEFL qualification and teach English in Thailand for ten weeks. Teaching in Thailand gives you the chance to experience the customs, traditions and culturally rich areas of a unique and distinctive country, whilst contributing towards the community development and education of its people.
Learn to Surf, Scuba Dive and Speak Spanish in Ecuador - Special (6 weeks)
Earn two PADI qualifications in the stunning Pacific Ocean, learn to surf in one of the world’s best surf locations, learn Spanish, go on a variety of trips and have the time of your life on this amazing Ecuadorian adventure!
Venezuelan 3 Month Explorer - Special (3 months)
Learn Spanish, help South American communities, explore the Orinoco Delta by kayak, learn how to survive in the Venezuelan jungle like Warao Indians, trek to the top of Mount Roraima, visit historic cities, go on a jeep tour into mystical highlands, relax on Venezuelan beaches, kayak, climb, abseil - do all this and much much more!
Venezuelan 6 Month Explorer - Special (6 months)
Learn Spanish, help South American communities, explore the Orinoco Delta by kayak, learn how to survive in the jungle like a Warao Indian, trek to the top of Mount Roraima, visit historic sights, go on a jeep tour through mystical highlands, trek from la Paragua to Canaima visiting remote villages, get to see the amazing Angel Falls, relax on Caribbean islands, snorkel, climb, abseil, have an opportunity to apply for a three month internship and have a variety of other fantastic adventures on this spectacular Venezuelan voyage!
Florida Divemaster Course - Adventure Expedition (6 weeks)
Join the ultimate Divemaster course in Florida with a Five Star PADI Dive Centre. Obtain PADI dive qualifications in Open Water (unless already qualified), Advanced Open Water, Deep Diver, Night Diver, Drift Diver, U/W Navigator, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Nitrox Diver, Rescue Diver, Master Scuba Diver, Divemaster, get Emergency First Responder/CPR qualifications and log 60 dives on the world’s third largest barrier reef with over one hundred dive sites. Dive with stunning marine life such as goliath groupers, lobster, turtles, barracuda, corals, tropical fish, stay at a beachfront Fort Lauderdale hotel, become a PADI Dive Professional and have the most amazing scuba diving experience of your life!
Mexico Marine Research Conservation (Beginners) - Volunteering Trip (5 or 10 weeks)
Volunteer in Mexico for either 5 or 10 weeks on this marine conservation expedition and help to protect the world’s second largest barrier reef – the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. As you live in a remote tropical paradise you will learn to scuba dive from a beginner's level (earning PADI Open Water and Advanced Open Water Diver certificates), help on community development initiatives and experience the beautiful world that exists beneath the waves!
Patagonian Mountaineering School - Adventure Expedition (6 weeks)
Scale the summits of remote peaks, trek across Campo Hielo Norte (the Northern Ice Cap of Patagonia), packraft across stunning lakes, plan your own expedition, master glacier climbing and rescue techniques, learn wilderness first aid, mountain gourmet cooking, how to build an igloo, and how to survive in the wilderness of Patagonia and become a fully fledged ‘Leave No Trace Practitioner!
Ski or Snowboard Instructors Course - Special (10 weeks)
Learn to become a ski or snowboard instructor with a training company that has 98% pass rate, get a BASI level one and two instructor qualification (previously called the BASI level three qualification), take a BASP first aid course and avalanche and mountain safety course and help teach students, and ski or snowboard in the breathtakingly beautiful Swiss Alps!
Safari School South Africa, 6 Months - Special (6 months)
Learn how to be a safari guide for 6 months, discover how to survive in the South African bush, become skilled in the art of tracking wildlife, learn 4x4 skills, sleep out in the African bush, learn to shoot, see amazing wildlife, successfully qualify as a professional safari guide and immerse yourself in the ways and wilds of the South African wilderness!
2 year Mountaineering Guide School - Special (2 Years)
Based in Patagonia, Alaska and wilderness locations further afield, avid mountaineers will spend two years trekking, training, ice climbing and gaining experience as a mountain guide as they earn internationally recognised guiding and backcountry certifications. Ideal for the true adventurer, this Patagonia guide school will equip you with the necessary skills to become a true wilderness mountain guide!
Australia Divemaster Course - Special (10 weeks)
Earn a PADI Professional qualification in Australia diving. In ten weeks, obtain your PADI Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, Respond Right First Aid and Divemaster qualifications. Dive with stunning marine life including rays, turtles, sharks and over five hundred other species in the world’s largest marine park and one of Australia’s top ten dive sites. Make new friends on your gap year Australia and possibly get the chance of a job offer. If you have scuba diving qualifications already then don’t worry, we can modify the course to suit your needs!