An abundance of adventure

Volunteer expeditions

Volunteer expeditions are designed to give you the chance to explore, travel and immerse yourself in diverse cultures and communities in some of the most remote and exhilarating locations. From diving in vulnerable marine areas to terrestrial surveys within protected national parks to living on otherwise uninhabited islands, a volunteer expedition is a chance for you to go places where regular travellers can’t. You will live and work with an international group of like-minded volunteers tackling a broad range of challenges from conservation to  community development.

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.

Choose a focus

Wildlife conservation

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

Marine conservation

Help restore damaged marine ecosystems, protect endangered marine species, and contribute to the overall health of marine environments.

Animal care

Work with animals such as elephants and turtles and make a direct impact on the conservation of these endangered species.

Community development

Gain practical experiences across a range of initiatives in education, public health, women’s empowerment, and sustainable environmental practices.

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

GVI Foundation Grants are now available for conservation programs abroad. Up to AUD 10,000 based on your motivation and circumstances. Apply by 31 Oct.