Volunteer Abroad with Animals | The Great Projects

A Little About Us

Are you looking to volunteer abroad with animals? If the answer is yes, then here at The Great Projects we believe that there is a better way to holiday. Our award-winning wildlife conservation projects and signature tours are designed to provide truly unique and life-changing experiences for volunteers worldwide. Our donation and conservation pledges ensure that your travel will have a lasting and sustainable impact on some of the planet's most incredible and endangered species, and the local communities which live alongside them. Let us know if we can help make your volunteering dreams come true!

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Why Choose Us?

We are members of ABTA and are ATOL Protected meaning all bookings are financially secure.

We offer exclusive projects and tours designed and run with animal welfare at the forefront.

You will have your own dedicated travel consultant to help you with everything you need.

There is a 24 hour emergency phone line offering you continued support when travelling.

You will find a team of dedicated site facilitators and project staff in country on your project.

We have an ethos centred around really helping integral conservation initiatives with charity partners worldwide.

For the opportunity to join unique once in a lifetime experiences and help in conservation initiatives worldwide!

Bambi’s Experience At The Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Sanctuary!

posted on Apr 26, 2019
by Bambi Smyth

From a connection with a dominant male orangutan to...

Check Out Doug's Volunteer Review of the Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary

posted on Apr 23, 2019
by Georgia Wilson

Find out what volunteer Doug had to say about his time at...

We're Celebrating A Very Special Mother This Mother’s Day!

posted on Mar 31, 2019
by Georgia Wilson

Join us in celebrating a very special mother this Mother's...

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Solo Travel

Travelling alone can be a truly rewarding experience, and by becoming a solo volunteer, you’ll have the freedom to explore the world on your own terms – while making a difference to the lives of animals, too!

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Family Volunteering

We’re proud to offer families the ability to discover a more adventurous way to holiday. Volunteering with wildlife is a rewarding and absolutely unforgettable way to spend your time together!

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Group Volunteering

Travelling as a group? By taking part in our volunteer projects, you will have the ability to engage in a unique learning experience alongside your friends, as well making incredible memories along the way.

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Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary

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"The Whole Experience Was Amazing"

My favourite moment was getting close to the cheetahs on the cheetah walk. The whole experience was amazing. I would recommend the Namibia Wildlife Sanctuary...

Jerome Herat, 2019

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Sloth Conservation And Wildlife Experience

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"The Whole Experience Was Excellent"

The whole experience was excellent, interacting with the animals (I liked the policy of no touching) and knowing you are enriching their lives. I liked...

Nadine Brown, 2019

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Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Sanctuary

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"Fantastic Experience!"

All in all, it was a fantastic and interesting experience seeing all the passionate people caring for the orangutans and being part of it! One...

Birgit Werner, 2019

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Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Sanctuary

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"The time I spent at Nyaru Menteng was breathtaking! "

Being able to take a ride on the BOSF bus which was featured in Orangutan jungle school, was a real privilege for me. There are...

Deborah Gaunt, 2019

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