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I went with GoEco to Zimbabwe for three weeks. It’s a life changing experience and totally worth it. GoEco is really organized and helps you out with everything you need. With the emails checking on your experience during your stay, you felt very very safe. All u can say is I don’t regret a thing going to Zimbabwe with them for 3 weeks and I’ll used them again to go around the world

For the last six years, turtles have held my heart. I spent the last two years of my undergraduate degree working with freshwater turtles, so when I discovered an opportunity to volunteer through GoEco with sea turtles in the Maldives, I was thrilled! My partner and I spent two weeks living on Naifaru, working at the Atoll Marine Conservation center with their wonderful turtles and a volunteer community from all over the world. The chance to not just see the turtles, but be involved in meaningful care for them such as cleaning their enclosures and preparing their meals, allowed us to know the animals and their quirks in a way no day-long tour of a center like this could ever provide. Our accommodations were beautiful and comfortable, and every meal was spent at a local restaurant, laughing and chatting with new friends from all over the world. I only wish we'd stayed another week or two!

What an experience! Would highly recommend! Goeco were great before and throughout experience answering any question/query, nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely be using them again!

This trip was my first time travelling alone so I initially found it very stressful, however GoEco were always so amazing at replying to emails promptly and in such a friendly manner that it wasn’t intimidating to ask as many questions as I needed to. They were so lovely and kept me well-informed from the moment I booked the trip, and continued to check in while I was in Tarrafal during the course of the project. The project itself was incredible, truly a once in a lifetime experience and I miss it already. Hopefully this will be the start of many solo trips for me, and in the future I would definitely look at booking more projects through GoEco. The only small fault I could mention is that some of the information sent by GoEco was a little outdated/inaccurate. For example I was told there was a strict dress code for the project, however when I got there it was quickly revealed that shorts and t-shirt were more than acceptable as they valued practical clothing rather than modest/formal. Other than that I cannot say I have any criticism for GoEco, every staff member I had contact with was so lovely and made me feel supported through my experience.

I have been at Chipangali Animals Orphanage for the past 2 weeks. It was wonderful. Go Eco from the very beginning were extremely helpful with all of the organising. They kept in touch throughout the planning and were so helpful and knowledgeable. I can't fault them at all everything was explained in great detail and the planning folder they have for you was so helpful. As an older volunteer I can honestly say that Go Eco looked after me very well and I have no hesitation in recommending them highly to anyone thinking of volunteering.

I have just returned from Chipengali Animal Otphanage having spent 2 weeks there with my 17 year old, my sister and a friend. From the beginning Goeco have been a great support in organising and preparing for our trip. Emails were answered promptly, phone meetings arranged and carried out effectively, queries responded to quickly. Nothing seemed too much trouble. Organisation using the Planning folder worked very well and you were systematically taken through the process. Pre information was clear and progress was checked during the trip. As stated by Goeco, Chipengali was an excellent experience and did more than we could have hoped for. Would highly recommend both Goeco and Chipengali Zimbabwe.

I was a volunteer in the marine program for 2 weeks and it is an experience will never forget. I was able to study and analysis dolphin behaviour and how tourism affects them up close. It wa wa magical experience. Being able to see dolphins, help them and interact with is something I will never forget and highly recommend. If you were to consider taking the marine program, you will experience the following. Dolphin seeing and interaction, befriending of the locals, exploration of local areas and ocean life. I wished I stayed longer and even though a part of me missed home, I felt like I was home there. Being able to do what I am good at and still being able to help in a way that I never could before.
I highly recommend going into the marine program. It’s an experience you will never forget and always hold dear to you, just like it was for me. 😊

My trip with GoEco was an unforgettable experience! Not only did I get to gain valuable experience volunteering for Dolphin Research, but also got to roam the beautiful island of Ischia.

We are not through the program yet but we sent our 17 year old to Zimbabwe with GoEco for 3 weeks. It took about 9 months from signing her up to leaving for Zimbabwe. So far she’s having a great time at the animal rescue center. As a parent this was a major decision but it has been so well organized by everyone at GoEco, communication is beyond excellent, we had so many questions about safety, amongst other things but they answered all our emails very quickly, they talked with us several times. The center seems amazing, she’s well supported there by GoEco and by the owners of the refuge. By the time she was leaving I was feeling better about it all. If you’re thinking about sending your child alone, GoEco is a solid company to do it with. We’re happy we gave our child this amazing opportunity before college!

A Trip of a Lifetime from a Semi-Retired Teacher

Volunteering with GoEco was a life-changing experience from start to finish. From the moment I committed to the program to the moment I left Nepal, GoEco supported me every step of the way. Their local partners, The Green Lion, were exceptional, providing an authentic immersion into Nepali life, culture, and history, and handling all logistics and issues seamlessly.

My project, Empowering Women in the Community, was both wonderful and fulfilling. During my three weeks there, I felt I made a small but meaningful difference. My students, ranging in age, eagerly learned new things and participated in the activities I prepared. Their enthusiasm and motivation were the keys to our success.

I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to volunteer and meet other amazing volunteers, hosts, and local Nepali people through GoEco. This experience felt like a rite of passage, one that I believe every young person should undertake to contribute to a better world.

I spent one week in Ischia, Italy, volunteering to research about cetaceans and I loved the experience it was quite memorable. Living on a vintage sailboat was an entirely different experience, and waking up to the beautiful sun and views of Ischia is amazing. Being a high school student, I was hesitant travelling alone overseas, but communication was always smooth and GoEco helped me a lot. I really enjoyed the homemade Italian food, and the times spent out at sea and seeing sperm whales, dolphins, tuna, etc. was unlike any other experience. I learned about their equipment as well as sustainability, biology, environmental science, etc.

I really enjoyed my experience with GoEco and my volunteering program. The staff were all very kind and helpful. They made me feel safe while traveling and checked in throughout my trip. They were also available for support and answering questions.

My experience with GOECO began with the amazing GOECO team, who helped me with every question and problem I had, for which I'm very grateful.

Following that, I joined an Impact organization in Barcelona for a marine conservation program. The entire experience was very meaningful to me, but unfortunately, it was too short. I only stayed for one week and wish I could have stayed longer. In my opinion, one week is not enough for this program.

The accommodation was very basic but included two meals. The team at the diving center was professional and dedicated to the program's goals.

Overall, it was a positive experience. Thank you!

My experience was great. I would definitely do it again!

It was nice to have updates and a schedule of all the paper work needed and when it was due . When I did my visa though there was some pretty specific needs for the photo that hadn't been made clear by the visa company. They wanted a photo from the waist up , no make up , no smile , no glasses , no jewelry, hair pulled back and a long sleeved button down shirt .
In Nusa Penida I stayed in the private bungalows which were nice but because of the religion of the country there is a call to prayer 5 times a day.one of which was at 430 or 5 am and would last about a half hour . Just so you know.

As a former educator, my preparation and training was advantageous for my teaching experience at Khawalung Monastery. As I had 2 separate experiences, the first was the best. The difference being, the number and commitedness of my colleagues.
The permanent staff was affable, although their English varied widely.
Frankly, although Green Lion support was helpful, the first week orientation, in my opinion, was not necessary. I suggested to them, that visits to monastery during orientation would be more useful than experiences hosted by Green Lion.
Overall, my experience was quite helpful. I was fortunate in my 4 week December experience, as the other volunteers, 4 Italians, 2 Spanish, German, Austrian, and English, I am U.S.based, made for an incredibly memorable experience. The children monks were equally memorable.
My critique; the lack of an academically trained principal, as well as staff, made for an inadequate learning environment. The lack of structure, and direction for volunteers, was notable. I am in contact with principal to visit a monastery in Pokhara, that is an exemplary educational institution. I have been offered a teaching position there because of my 3 degree credentials. I am the only volunteer in 25 years to be offered a position. In closing, Khawalung was an unforgettable experience. I would recommend it, despite the shortcomings. I would be remiss in not mentioning the neighborhood; the shop, cafes, and nearby hotel, the locals are welcoming. Be prepared for rice 3 times a day.

The whole experience was so organised from planning the trip together with go eco to the the volunteering program it self. The stuff and the other volunteering were very welcoming and help us at every request and question that we had.

The working in the volunteering program was unique and meaningful.
For no doubt one of the best experiences I have ever had.

Amazing experience, everything on this plan is so organised and full of support. I felt very confident coming to this project thanks to the go echo team and the team in Aasha house.

I felt like I was living in paradise! The location was amazing and beautiful, the people were so kind and welcoming, and the work was so rewarding. The small beach town made it easy to walk anywhere and the locals were so kind, always offering a warm smile. The work inside the office and out on/in the water was so exciting and knowledgeable regardless of the task. I was surprised by the sleeping/living areas. They were nicer than I was expecting. Food did end up being a little too repetitive after the second/third week. But overall I was very happy where I was, what I was doing, and I believe my money was well spent!

Not only were the staff of GoEco friendly and supportive, they made my trip booking and planning super easy and memorable. The trip to Belize was such an eye opener and I highly recommend it to anyone. The diving staff are patient and informative, and the corals, fish, and other marine animals you get to see will absolutely take your breath away! If you want to go, just do it! You got this!