Volunteering overseas is a great way to travel and contribute to our planet’s environment. As a volunteer you will be able to experience first hand indigenous wildlife, work along side local communities and discover fascinating cultures world wide. Based on years of practice and in-depth volunteer reports, GoEco presents you a careful selection of excellent yet affordable wildlife, education and development volunteer opportunities in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and Latin America.
3rd week free between Oct–Nov, 2026 | Volunteer at one of the longest running wildlife sanctuaries and rescue centers in Africa! Become a part of a 50 year history of wildlife conservation and volunteer with a range of animals, from monkeys to lions.
3rd week free until December 2026 | Volunteer at Australia’s only Heritage Listed wildlife sanctuary, in natural bushland and teeming with native wildlife. The local team provides a lifelong home for rescued animals, breeds endangered species to release and restore wild populations.
2nd week free between Sep–Dec, 2026 | Volunteer in southern Sri Lanka to support the conservation and rehabilitation of endangered sea turtles while contributing to wider marine conservation efforts. Assist with vital tasks such as feeding, cleaning, and releasing turtles, as well as environmental activities, while enjoying the serene beaches and vibrant local culture.
Join a hands-on conservation program on Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, combining sea turtle protection, permaculture, and community work. Live and volunteer in a real eco-community within a coastal wildlife reserve while contributing to environmental projects and building practical sustainability skills.
Volunteer at a lion and tiger rescue sanctuary on a private nature reserve in South Africa. Support ethical wildlife care through meaningful, behind-the-scenes work in a conservation-focused setting.
Join a leading wildlife ranch in South Africa and help care for over 90 species, including endangered big cats and reptiles. Volunteers assist with daily husbandry, enrichment, and conservation tasks, gaining hands-on experience while learning from professional staff.
Journey to the unbelievable island of Naifaru for sea turtle rehabilitation! Join marine conservationists in their efforts to rescue and rehabilitate turtles and help protect the coral reefs, as well as enjoy spending time in one of the most idyllic places in the world.
Help provide education enrichment for underprivileged children in San Jose. During this program, you will learn Spanish, volunteer on social programs for children, and explore Costa Rica during your free time.
Journey to the beautiful Pacific beaches of the Nicoya Penisula to volunteer for sea turtles. You may witness the natural phenomenon of arribada. During this monthly event, thousands of olive ridley sea turtles emerge from the ocean to nest on the beach.
Travel to the stunning Pacific beaches of Montezuma to help sea turtles in their survival by their nesting sites and newborn hatchlings. Work and live with other wildlife volunteers and experience the joy of releasing thousands of baby turtles into the ocean.
