You could put your talents to great use by assisting on a number of community projects around the colorful city of Bangalore; working in schools that help underprivileged, severely handicapped and deaf children. You’ll soak up the sun as well as world-famous sights including the magnificent Vidhana Soudha and budding Cubbon Park, while using your talents to support the project through befriending, counselling, education and healthcare assistance.

It’s difficult to imagine a more exciting conservation opportunity in a more beautiful location, set near the small town of Kegalle, amongst beautiful, lush green countryside. The project is an important part of wider efforts to protect elephant numbers on the island. Without the support of international volunteers and charitable donations these efforts would flounder, so bring a lot of energy

This project offers a unique opportunity for keen conservationists to live and work on one of Thailand's most stunning islands - Koh Tao. Situated just off the southern cost of Thailand, Koh Tao is regarded as one of Thailand's best kept secrets boasting spectacular sites, miles of white sandy beaches, lush jungle and world class diving opportunities. Working on the island, willing helpers are needed to preserve their stunning surroundings whilst educating future generations to do the same.

Teach English at Buddhist monasteries in Nepal

You’re sure to learn as much as you teach in gorgeous Nepal and with well behaved and positive students ranging in age from 8 to 25 it’s a great opportunity to gain a wide variety of experience and test your TEFL certification, which is included with the trip. Some schools are affected by pujas (festivals) which can give you some free time to fit in some trekking before school starts again. From your base it couldn’t be easier to plot a route into the mountains.