Destinations:Australia, Cambodia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, France, India, Netherlands, Panama, Peru, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Nepal, Wales, Galapagos Islands, Bali
Credit Awarded:None
Program Length:Two Weeks, Six Weeks, Four Weeks, Two Months, Semester, Other, Three Weeks, Five Weeks
Start Month:January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Gapforce offers a variety of exciting gap year programs for students in adventure, community service, and wildlife conservation.
With destinations all over the world, students have the opportunity to fully explore a brand new continent. Whether they want to volunteer at an elephant shelter or visit the ruins of Machu Picchu, they will surely find a program that fits their interests. Another amazing aspect of Gapforce is that they offer gap year programs of any length so that students can pick something that works with their schedule. Some of these adventures even offer students the opportunity to earn nationally recognized certifications and explore new career fields! No matter the program, students will come out of it with invaluable life experiences, new skills, and lasting connections.
Cost and Session Information
We offer a vareity of travel programs that range in duration and style.
Marine Conservation: Duration: 4 - 12 weeks Our conservation programs in Thailand and Costa Rica need volunteer support on a range of ongoing projects ranging from coral reef restoration to beach clean ups and much more! Guided and taught by experienced dive teams, you will be able to conduct important marine surveys, identify threats to marine species and collect data for internationally recongised organisations, upon which they will base their future conservation plans. No diving experience required!
Group Adventure Travel: Duration: 4 - 8 weeks Perfect for someone looking to step outside their comfort zone, make new friends, and explore new places! These trips are a multi-country backpacking experience full of adventure, volunteering, and fun.
Short-term Volunteer Placements: These volunteer programs are offered year-round and have flexible start dates. The duration can be from 2-4 weeks. Locations currently include: Bali, Sri Lanka, Thailand, South Africa.
Outdoor Courses: Duration: 8-12 weeks Whether it's our Adventure Guide Training in the jungles of Costa Rica, our Dive Instructor Course in the Pacific Ocean, or our Game Ranger Course in South Afirca - our outdoor courses provide both the experience and certifications to help you make the most of your gap year.
Reviews For Gapforce: Gap Year Programs (1)
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I loved every second of my time in South Africa. There was a really good blend between all aspects of the course, including the classroom learning, field learning and also participating in some of the volunteer activities as well. All the staff at the reserve were fantastic, especially the rangers who were really knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the conservation that was happening there.
The accommodation was really nice and clean, with a fab communal area to study or chill at the end of the day!
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My time here on Koh Tao will probably be the highlight of my entire gap year! I have had the best four weeks, and I'm so sad that it's coming to an end already. Time really flies when you are having fun. And I really have, thanks to your program, and all the great people here running it!
We offer flexible, short term volunteer placements to help you make the most of your time abroad! You have the flexbility to choose when you start your program and which project you'd like to focus on.
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This gap year program in Costa Rica is perfect for students interested in refining their diving skills and learning more about marine science. ..(more)
A once in a lifetime trip to three of Southeast Asia's most sought-after destinations: Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.
Encompassing both wildlife & community-based volunteering projects alongside traditional backpacking, this is perfect for first-time travellers and solo adventurers looking to set out on one of the world’s most iconic adventure travel routes!..(more)
This incredible tour will go the distance, taking you through Europe's greatest hits and must-see highlights. Explore London's great historical landmarks and walk along the canals of Venice. From the Eiffel tower to the ground where the Berlin Wall once stood – immerse yourself in the culture of Europe, and do it all with your very own group of brand-new friends!..(more)
Lying in the crystal-clear tropical waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Tao’s abundant and diverse coral reefs offer some of the finest scuba diving found anywhere on the planet! This unique and exciting program has been specifically designed to provide knowledge and understanding of coral reef ecosystems and the threat these reefs face in today’s world. ..(more)
This 8 week course is fully accredited by FGASA (Field Guides Association of Southern Africa) and equips you with theoretical and practical training to become a qualified field guide. ..(more)
Gapforce's Costa Rica Adventure is a spectacular opportunity for all students eager to explore Costa Rica's stunning sites and give back through a Turtle Conservation Project...(more)
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I loved every second of my time in South Africa. There was a really good blend between all aspects of the course, including the classroom learning, field learning and also participating in some of the volunteer activities as well. All the staff at the reserve were fantastic, especially the rangers who were really knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the conservation that was happening there.
The accommodation was really nice and clean, with a fab communal area to study or chill at the end of the day!