Location
Multiple Locations +11
  • Costa Rica
  • Romania
  • South Africa
  • Borneo
  • New Zealand
  • Ecuador
  • Spain
  • Thailand
  • Namibia
  • Portugal
  • Sri Lanka
Length
1 to 12 weeks
General grants/scholarships, Payment plans
Health & Safety

Program Details

Age Min.
17
Timeframe
Short Term Spring Break Summer Winter Year Round
Housing
Guesthouse Hostel Lodge
Groups
Small Group (1-15)
Travel Type
Budget Family Older Travelers Solo Women

Pricing

Starting Price
1000
Price Details
Projects range for 1- 12 weeks and prices vary - see projects for specific details
What's Included
Some Accommodation Some Activities Airport Transfers Some Meals
What's Not Included
Airfare Travel Insurance Visa
Apr 29, 2025
Apr 23, 2025
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About Program

Unleash your passion for wildlife and nature with our Animal Welfare and Conservation Volunteer Programs. Whether you're drawn to turtles, primates, elephants, marine life, or horses—we have a project for you. Dive into impactful wildlife volunteer work where your dedication drives real change. Join a global network of volunteers committed to protecting the environment and animal welfare. Gain hands-on conservation experience, build meaningful connections, and become a force for sustainability. Your journey starts here—make a lasting impact and help shape a more sustainable future today.

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Impact 🌎

Oyster Worldwide is passionate about the importance of responsible travel. We want our projects to fit in with the local way of life, without having a negative impact on the environment, culture or economy. This means that we will only send participants to places where there is a real need and where we have been asked to work. Once there, they should fit in with the community, respecting their way of life and supporting, rather than taking, local jobs.

Program Highlights

  • Guardianship Role: Become a guardian for extraordinary creatures through our projects
  • Versatile Wildlife Engagement: Experience hands-on and hands-off wildlife observation and research, delve into marine studies, explore rainforests, deserts, and big game reserves — elevate yourself through a diverse spectrum of environments
  • Sustainable Solutions: Collaborate to create sustainable solutions for animal protection and harmonious coexistence
  • All-Inclusive Experience: Enjoy food, accommodation, and all activities included in your volunteering journey
  • Global Diversity: Choose from over 35 diverse projects spanning various continents and contexts

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Awaken to the undeniable impact of human actions on our world. With a growing global awareness of the environment and animal treatment, Oyster has meticulously selected remarkable projects worldwide. Join us in making a significant difference in animal welfare and protection, as we navigate the globe to offer you meaningful opportunities to contribute to a better world for animals.

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Program Reviews

4.92 Rating
based on 49 reviews
  • 5 rating 91.84%
  • 4 rating 8.16%
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  • Impact 4.85
  • Support 5
  • Fun 4.75
  • Value 4.75
  • Safety 4.8
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Daniel
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A life changing experience

I have spent five weeks in the magic beach of San Miguel, Costa Rica. We have been volunteering on the sea turtle project. The work was mainly during the night, patroling the beach and collecting turtle eggs in order to prevent them from beeing poached. We have collected thousands of eggs and have released thousands of baby turtles. To see the hatchlings making their way in the pacific ocean is touching the Soul.
The work in combination with the inspiring volunteers has changed my life. After returning back to Switzlerand I have left the financial industry and I have started to work for our familiy Business.

What would you improve about this program?
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