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1 Join a marine Expedition on Helene, Honduras
“The intense few weeks of science and scuba training, 5.30am starts and long days that ended in a happy and fulfiled ‘I’ve done something great today’ feeling, the people we were surrounded by (other volunteers, amazing staff and gorgeous local people), captivating skies and magical dives, made our time on Helene one we’ll never forget.” More info on expedition > Coral Cay
2 Hit the road
Alastair Humphreys left England in 2001 to cycle around the planet. He arrived back home in November 2005. His solo, unsupported journey of 46,000 miles crossed 60 countries and 5 continents on a budget of just £7,000. The journey was in support of Hope and Homes for Children. More >
3 Teach English in Tanzania
Tanzania is the largest country in East Africa. A land of spectacular game reserves and the dusty savannah grasslands of the Serengeti, wide expansive palm fringed beaches and the snowcapped peaks of Kilimanjaro. You can help teach English in rural communities in the shadow Kilimanjaro with Gap Jobs.
4 Study the Big 5 in South Africa
The Tuli Conservation Project gives volunteers the opportunity to closely study 2 of Africa's famous ‘Big 5’ species; the majestic, awe-inspiring African Elephant (herds of 100+) and the secretive Leopard. The student camp is nestled on the bank of the vast Limpopo River and the mystical harshness of the terrain, the extreme beauty and the sheer size of the area has left humans knowing very little about the wildlife. This is where you, the Volunteer, fit into this raw African conservancy. African Conservation Experience
5 South African Swinger
Renowned worldwide for their natural beauty and professional design, the golf courses of the South African "Garden Route" are a golfer's paradise. With the Gap Sports International Golf Academy, you will be able to take your golf game to another level, working with first-class coaches and playing on some of the finest courses that South Africa, and the world, has to offer.
6 Magic in Mexico
"I was in my element and I loved it. I still wake up every morning with a smile. I have memories that will stay with me for the rest of my life. This was not just a three-month experience, it really was a life changing experience.” More >
7 Absolute Amazon
“The days seem to be getting more and more incredible as the dryer season in the Amazon begins to set in. I am faced with the magic of the place in the late afternoon.” More >
8 Dolphin Dreaming
“That first glimpse of the sudden appearance of a curved black fin, slicing through the water, causes a sharp intake of breath as the eyes attempt to savour that quick snap shot of grace, sleekness and speed!” More >
9 Go on your own Tour De France
“The best thing about cycling is that you never miss anything, because you are never travelling too fast, and if you do, you merely turn around and stop. Its like being the director of your own interactive movie, if a place bores you, you merely fast-forward by changing through the gears and cycle to the next scene.” More >
10 Into the Blue
“Sad but true; the older you get, the less disposable your days become and I do believe that had I gone travelling when I was 18 I would have missed much of what I saw and experienced during those first months, and I definitely wouldn't have had the energy, commitment or money to do what I did next...” More >
11 IT Projects in Sri Lanka
“I stayed at the IT Centre in Mawala during my placements. It was just a few minutes walk from Mawala School. Many children and young adults were very interested in attending a computer course. One of them, a young student, applied for a job after receiving her Teaching & Projects Abroad Certificate from the IT course. I was happy to hear that she got the job on her 20th birthday.” > Teaching and Projects Abroad
12 Run around the world
“Not quite sure how, Chris wakes early one morning to find he’s competing in a marathon against some of the greatest long-distance runners on the planet. And that’s not all – it’s their race course and it’s just south of the equator.” More >
13 Work on a luxury yacht
Have you ever dreamed of crewing aboard a luxury sailing yacht - all that sun sea and salty air - or anchoring in a remote sandy bay in tropical blue waters? Well now you can!
Crewseekers >
14 Challenge and Change
The idea is simple. Decide which event you want to take part in, pay the entry fee and then raise the minimum sponsorship. In return your flights, accommodation, food and experienced guides are provided. You’ll also need to put in the training to make the most of your challenge! To find out what you can do check out Scope >
15 Destination Disko Island
The west coast of Greenland is a stunningly beautiful place to explore. With this tour Explore Worldwide aim to take you beyond other, often over-stated wilderness trekking destinations, to an island that is so unspoilt that footpaths, as we know them, do not exist and fauna and flora abound. The whole region is alive with geothermal activity, bringing you as close as possible to experiencing a time when Earth itself was formed. More info on Explore Worldwide who run this adventure>
16 Learn Spanish in Puerto Rico
The San Juan of West Side Story fame is every bit as colourful, and the puertoriquenses every bit as open, as the musical would have you believe. Lying in the Caribbean, between the Dominican Republic and the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico is a small commonwealth territory of the US, yet remains as individual and diverse as they come. It's also the world's leading producer of Viagra, so make of this what you will. For Puerto Rican lovin and 100s of language courses worldwide check out Cactus >
17 At home at sea
“Surfing, wakeboarding and learning how to kite all in a day.....does a man need anymore!” Make the ocean your home and a board your guide for the healthiest and happiest way to take time out. More info about Caribbean instructor courses check out I-time experience >
18 Desert Riders
Kudu Expeditions run supported motorcycle trips across Africa open to anyone who has the imagination, sense of adventure and determination to undertake such epic journeys. Cross the mighty Sahara, visit the fabled city of Timbuktu, negotiate the plains and jungles of central Africa and see big game on what is the most adventurous motorcycling tour offered anywhere in the world.
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19 Body therapy in Bali
“Ramanand Patel is the master weaver; combining his depth of knowledge of yoga and the mechanics of the body, with philosophy in an engaging, humorous style. Mukesh Desai is a master vocalist and a gifted teacher of North Indian classical music and foremost disciple of world-renowned Pandit Jasraj. The daily classes will offer the student an opportunity to go deeper in the practice of yoga and experience sound at a universal level.”
For this course and many other classic worldwide retreats
escape here >
20 From Advertising to Africa
“I was coming to the end of providing maternity cover at a fab little advertising agency in London and had been questioning what on earth I was going to do next.”
Leap into Africa >
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