South Africa, France and Thailand Gap Year Exploration
Program Overview
Explore the dream destinations of South Africa, France, and Thailand on a comprehensive 6-month journey. Experience an exceptional blend of cultural immersion, wildlife conservation, and community involvement.
You'll start your journey by contributing to wildlife conservation in South Africa amidst the Big 5 conservation area. Next, you'll hop on to France where you will immerse yourself in Frenc...
Explore the dream destinations of South Africa, France, and Thailand on a comprehensive 6-month journey. Experience an exceptional blend of cultural immersion, wildlife conservation, and community involvement.
You'll start your journey by contributing to wildlife conservation in South Africa amidst the Big 5 conservation area. Next, you'll hop on to France where you will immerse yourself in French culture and language during an unforgettable summer in Loire Valley, studying at one of the country's oldest universities. Finally, venture to your third country - Thailand - where you will volunteer as an English teacher in the scenic Hua Hin island.
The entire experience offers invaluable cultural insights, skill development, and lifelong memories; igniting passions for social and environment...
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- 3-6 Months
- 1-2 Years
- Multiple Year
- 7-12 Months
- Summer
- Animal Welfare
- Community Development
- Conservation
- Education
- Wildlife
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- British
- Canadian
Updated Feb 11, 2026
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Locations
- Angers, France
- Kruger Park, South Africa
- Hua Hin, Thailand
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+
Duration
- 3-6 Months
- 1-2 Years
- Multiple Year
- 7-12 Months
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Thailand is a tropical country with a rainy season from July to October and boasts beautiful beaches. Buddhism is the primary religion, and like the United Kingdom, Thailand holds a revered royal family.
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