Conservation Explorer Gap Year
Program Overview
Visit three different continents in a single program, traversing South Africa, Peru, and Sri Lanka.
This 8-month adventure starts in the Kruger area where you'll engage in wildlife conservation efforts to protect Africa's iconic Big 5 (lion, tiger, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos). Next, you will transition to False Bay where you will contribute work in a marine research center helping towards un...
Visit three different continents in a single program, traversing South Africa, Peru, and Sri Lanka.
This 8-month adventure starts in the Kruger area where you'll engage in wildlife conservation efforts to protect Africa's iconic Big 5 (lion, tiger, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos). Next, you will transition to False Bay where you will contribute work in a marine research center helping towards underwater conservation. The third pit stop is in Peru where you will help plant trees, discover sustainable farming methods, and support local communities in protecting their environment. The last stop is an internship in Sri Lanka, where you will help conserve the endangered turtle species’ nesting sites and monitor turtle activities along Sri Lanka’s beautiful coastline.
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- 1-2 Years
- Multiple Year
- 7-12 Months
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Environment
- Marine Conservation
- Reforestation
Updated Feb 11, 2026
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Locations
- Peru
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Kruger Park, South Africa
- Sri Lanka
Types & Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Conservation
- Environment
- Marine Conservation
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
Duration
- 1-2 Years
- Multiple Year
- 7-12 Months
- Summer
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The Big 5 animals in Africa are lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffaloes – all renowned for their iconic status in wildlife conservation and safari tourism.
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