Experiences Archive

Kelly M.’s Mozambique Experience

“I had been on a Kaya experience before and had a brilliant time. Pre-departure information was brilliant, I was...

Gabriella’s Thailand Experience

“From the very beginning they (Kaya) welcomed me onto their projects, not only with professionalism but most...

Allan’s Philippines Experience

“My time here has been great so far. Each day has been different so not one thing stands out. Although I can say the...

Roney’s Philippines Experience

“Highlights were experiencing the real Philippines, meeting other volunteers and local families.”

Abi’s Thailand Experience

I am having a great time. I’ve been enjoying my work here. I’m teaching a few mornings a week, helping to clear firebreaks around the Community Forest, and I am developing a wildlife monitoring survey for future volunteers to conduct.

Ellen H.’s Thailand Experience

I could not ask for better support or a better service than Kaya Responsible Travel to organise my first trip abroad. I was so impressed by the Kaya approach and am very thankful to the entire Kaya team. I had such a positive and rewarding trip to Thailand which was a very influential experience in my life.

Charlotte B.’s Peru Experience

Travelling as a volunteer rather than a tourist meant that I had a better insight into the community and area that I visited. The little details can be missed when you’re just a tourist, and those same small things become really important when you volunteer and live in the place for a while.

Katie’s Dad on her Thailand Experience

Katie returned from Thailand on Monday having had a fantastic time both in Surin and Bangkok. In the month she has been away she has noticeably matured.

Amy’s Belize Experience

“My trip to Belize was my first trip solo trip abroad, so I was a little apprehensive but as soon as I met other...

Daria’s Peru Experience

“I learned so much about rainforest wildlife – I’ve come away with knowledge of latin names of...

Mariette’s Peru Experience

“I have learnt about business and culture in a different country. More specifically I know enough about the Incas to...

Isadora’s Mum on her Costa Rica Experience

“I just wanted to thank you very much for your perfect organization, and thanks to all your staff in Costa Rica....

Esther and family’s Bolivia Experience

“I would strongly recommend family volunteering; you’ll see your children blossom in a completely unique way and gain...

Julia K.’s Bolivia Experience

“Coming all the way here alone, I was relieved to meet other volunteers, who were all friendly and inclusive. I...

Oliver’s Belize Experience

“It has massively broadened my mind about marine conservation and I have acquired skills (scuba) that I never thought...

Susan’s Belize Experience

“Meeting wonderful people committed to making a difference and acting on the commitment in so many ways. I was in awe...

Shelley’s Thailand Experience

The NGO said “Shelley was a huge help to the paper during her placement. Her previous experience and ability to connect with and both support and teach the staff was extremely valuable. Shelley was also able to help edit and push out the annual report on drugs in Shan State as well as providing classes to all the staff ensuring knowledge is transferred and the organization can be more sustainable going forwards. Overall a very successful and effective placement.”