Family volunteer holidays abroad
Most family holidays are about escaping. We believe the best ones are about engaging.
At Projects Abroad, we take your family beyond the familiar resort and into a world of shared purpose. Working alongside local communities, you’ll tackle real-world challenges that build resilience in your children and create bonds that traditional travel simply cannot match.
You’ll also fully immerse in a new culture, teaching you and your children more about the world than a classroom or travel book ever could. The best bit? We’re always on hand to support you from start to finish.
Find a project of ours you like or get in touch now to discuss your options!
Shared purpose, lasting growth
Shared screens don’t build character; shared experiences do. We provide the structure for your family to step out of your comfort zones safely and return with a broader perspective.
Global perspective for the next generation: Help your children understand their place in the world by living in a brand new culture and contributing to long-term, sustainable initiatives.
Bonding through action: Move beyond the “resort bubble.” Whether you’re working on conservation or community support, you’ll collaborate as a team in ways that daily life rarely allows.
Take part in experiential learning: Encourage your children to learn by doing. Teach them how to adapt to different environments, learn from people they meet, and grow from what they observe or participate in.
Planning and support you can trust
Planning an ethical, international trip for a family is complex. We remove the planning burden by managing every detail, ensuring your experience is both impactful and hassle-free.
- Everything included: Your programme includes vetted accommodation, three meals a day, all in-country transport, and airport transfers.
- Safety as a standard: We provide a robust safety net with 24/7 in-country support, vetted accommodation, and permanent local staff. You can focus on your family while we handle the logistics.
- Age-appropriate impact: We tailor activities so that every family member, from children to grandparents, can contribute meaningfully to the project.
- Ethical integrity: As a Certified B Corporation, we ensure your family’s contribution is part of a responsible, locally-led, and long-term partnership.
- 30+ years of experience: We’ve supported over 140,000 participants since 1992. Our expertise ensures your family is in safe, professional hands from start to finish.
Our most popular family volunteering projects
You can pick from (almost) any of our Volunteer Abroad projects, but here are some of our most popular options:
- Conservation in the Galapagos Islands: Travel to the islands where Charles Darwin developed his theory of evolution and work to protect the majestic Giant Galapagos Tortoise.
- Rainforest Conservation in Peru: Live within the stunning Amazon Rainforest and work to monitor and rehabilitate local wildlife on a dedicated conservation reserve.
- Giraffe and Lion Conservation in Kenya: Explore the iconic African savannah and work alongside expert conservationists to research, monitor, and protect the incredible local wildlife.
- Sea Turtle Conservation in Sri Lanka: Patrol the sandy beaches of Sri Lanka to clean coastal habitats, protect turtle nests from poaching, and even safely release baby turtles into the ocean.
- Childcare and Community in Tanzania: Support early childhood development at our dedicated Maasai School in Tanzania, where you can discover tribal traditions in the heart of Africa.
- Childcare and Community in Nepal: Work in the shadow of the Himalayas in the amazing capital city of Kathmandu, supporting the education of local children and experience some of the most stunning mountain views in the world.
- Childcare and Community in Costa Rica: Travel to one of the happiest (and prettiest) nations on Earth and work at a care centre or kindergarten to support childhood development.
- Football Coaching in Ghana: Head to the Akuapem Hills in rural Ghana and use your family’s passion for the beautiful game to coach local children.
- Community Volunteer Work in Fiji: Experience the unique island life of Fiji as you live within the local community, joining in with traditional workshops and local practices.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a minimum age for children?
Most family projects are suitable for children aged four and up, though this varies by destination and project type. We’ll work with you to find a placement that is safe and engaging for your specific age group.
Where will we stay?
We provide vetted, safe accommodation. Depending on the destination, this could be a private room in a friendly local guesthouse or a secure apartments. We ensure your family stays together in comfort and safety.
How do we ensure the project is safe?
Safety is our first priority. We hold the highest industry safety accreditatons, including BS8848 compliance and the LOtC Quality Badge. Our permanent local teams live and work in the destination year-round, providing a constant safety net.
Bring your dream trip to life
The quickest and easiest way to organise your family volunteering holiday is to get in touch with our dedicated Project Experts, who can talk you through your needs and suggest the right projects for you!
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