Oyster Worldwide
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Journey on a transformative travel experience with Oyster Worldwide, where responsible travel meets unparalleled adventure. Since our establishment in 2000, we have been the trailblazers in crafting meaningful and unforgettable journeys, offering over 70 handpicked programs across 25 stunning destinations worldwide.
🐾 Animal Welfare and Conservation Volunteering: Join us in making a positive impact on the world's wildlife. Our animal welfare and conservation projects provide you with the unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our planet's incredible creatures, creating lasting memories and leaving a positive mark on the environment.
💼 Paid Work Abroad: Take your career global with our paid work abroad programs. Immerse yourself in new cultures while gaining invaluable international work experience. Stand out in the competitive job market by acquiring skills that transcend borders.
🏞️ Adventure Tours, and More – Customize Your Adventure: Explore the world on your terms with our diverse range of options. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, culture seeker, or family adventurer, our trekking, tours, and family adventure programs cater to your unique preferences, promising awe-inspiring experiences and memories that last a lifetime.
🌟 Unparalleled Experiences for Mature Travelers: Age is no barrier to adventure at Oyster Worldwide. Our specially curated mature travel trips offer enriching experiences, cultural immersion, and the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for exploration.
🔥 Why Choose Oyster Worldwide?
✅ Two decades of expertise in responsible travel ✅ Over 70 handpicked programs to choose from ✅ A commitment to ethical and sustainable travel ✅ Unmatched customer satisfaction ✅ Memorable experiences that transcend boundaries
Join Oyster Worldwide – Your Passport to Extraordinary Adventures! Don't just dream of the world 🌏 make it your playground with Oyster Worldwide. Start your journey today, and let us redefine the way you travel ✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️✈️
Reviews 528
Ladina Bebi
Apr 30,2022We, my 17 year old daughter and me just arrived in Bankok. Because of covid, vaccination rules, the risk of going 5days in quarantäne, the preparation was more complicatet. Georgie helped us a lot and answered our questions fast. He organised the pick up from the airport, the PCR testing, the testing hotel, the transportation to the project. Tot now everything worked out well. 👍A big thank to Georgie. We're looking forward to go to the Elefant project tomorrow.🐘😊🐘😊🐘😊🐘😊🐘😊🐘😊🐘😊🐘😊🐘
Joni Rauen
Mar 27,2022Oyster Worldwide will exceed your highest expectations! They offer a wide variety of volunteer and adventure travel opportunities. My 14 year old son and I chose a project in South Africa to work at a rehabilitation center for baby monkeys and baboons. This was way out of our comfort zone. We had never done anything remotely similar to this before. And it was a long way from home (we are Americans). Oyster Worldwide held my hand every step of the way. The level of communication was extraordinary. Truly I couldn't have asked for anything more. I had my own point of contact (Georgie)- not a nameless customer service telephone number or email. And he answered all my questions and reassured me that everything would go smoothly. And it did!! The documentation on My Oyster page, specific to MY project based on THEIR personal knowledge, was invaluable. Even a VERY detailed packing list! Georgie seemed personally invested in the success of my trip. And he was genuinely thrilled to hear of my fantastic experience upon my return. I will definitely use Oyster Worldwide again. They are simply the perfect travel-planning companion!
Sophie
Mar 21,2022Can’t rate Oyster Worldwide highly enough. I received support from the beginning to the end of my trip. All of my questions were answered and I felt prepared and safe on my travels. I would definitely recommend the Veterinary Internship in South Africa. The experience is fantastic! I had a wonderful time and have made memories to treasure. Many thanks!!
DanaH.
Feb 22,2022I joined the Veterinary Project in South Africa for 3 weeks. During my trip trough Africa I had a few volunteering experiences, but this one was by far the best! I had an amazing time at the Game Reserve, could learn, see and do a lot with the vet. Especially the close encounters to the African wildlife was just breathtaking. Also the life as a Volunteer was great. It was never too much work with a lot of freetime, the Rangers were always more than motivated to teach and explain you interesting and fascinating things about animals and nature, the food was lovely and you get to know so many amazing people from all over the world. Our activities over the day were mostly Game Drives, Game Counting, Conservation work like Treechopping/planting or within the Veterinary Project working together with the vet (what was of course the best part). If someone is really interested in wildlife and conservation but also wanna learn more specific things in the Veterinary area (like anatomy and physiology of animals, darting animals for the application of medicaments or taking blood samples and much more) than this project is perfect. So grateful that Oyster gave me this opportunity.
Harry Coe
Jan 28,2022I used Oyster to help book my Gap year travels in early 2022. They have been so helpful and easy to work with, especially in such a tough time when things are complicated. They always go the extra mile and made everything a lot smoother than I would have thought. Thank you!
Evie Ward
Nov 30,2021I used Oyster to book in my gap year to go to Portugal and the team there are absolutely amazing. Unfortunately due to covid I had to shift my trips around and the team was great at sorting that out within a few days and a special mention to Georgie who has been great at communicating everything to me. I felt very comfortable going to a foreign country as the “My Oyster” page is full of useful information and I felt that the team was so helpful in answering any questions I had. I hugely recommend using this company!
Julie Leather
Nov 08,2021The volunteer project at the bear sanctuary in Romania was such an inspiring and enjoyable experience. The volunteer work felt worthwhile but the emphasis was very much upon enjoying finding out about the bears and having an enjoyable experience with our fellow volunteers. My daughter and I did this together ( she is late 20’s and I am 61) so it’s suitable for all ages , but moving around the sanctuary does involve a lot of walking and some quite steep hills . But as long as you are reasonably fit it’s suitable . We were also treated to some good accommodation right in the centre of Brasov which is a lovely city, loads of nice shops and restaurants and near to Dracula’s castle . The company treat you to a meal out on your first evening and a trip to the castle. Drivers collect you from the accommodation to go to the sanctuary each day . The bears stories will move you , without doubt and you will come away feeling enriched by the experience. A special mention for Razvan , the Oyster representative who organises and liaises with you during the trip. He is very helpful , accessible and ensures your safety at all times. I recommend this project highly to anyone who loves bears .
becky
Nov 01,2021I’m on an 11 week ski course in austria. The set up is brilliant and oyster have been so helpful with booking. Regular phone calls and emails makes it feel very personable. I have been well prepared for this trip and I look forward to future adventures with oyster.
irene tabb
Jul 31,2021What a fantastic first class service from Oyster (special mention for Anne who has helped me from the very first moment of my enquiry). Everything booked with ease, then we had a pandemic but lots of updates throughout and although right now it’s not possible to do the trip we started out with I will defiantly be going back to these guys when we can travel again. Would recommend them without hesitation. It’s all very well getting it right when everything is OK but Oyster has shown they can come up trumps through the hard times too - thanks Anne and team!
David Perry
Jul 29,2021The team at Oyster (a special mention for Anne) could not have been more attentive and helpful during what can only have been the most trying of times. I would not hesitate to recommend Oyster to anyone, young or not so young, considering volunteering. Absolutely first rate.
Hélène Soldano
May 22,2021I had contacted Oyster to be part of a mission in Portugal which never happened but I was delighted to see how professional everyone was. I was contacted immediately when travels resumed and given the various options, I was refunded super quickly. I highly recommend them and hope to be able to travel with them very soon!
Vidhi Patel
Apr 14,2021Although we were not able to go away with oyster due to covid, their programme was very well structured and covered a range of activities. Georgie has been so helpful and reassuring throughout the process and the company put our safety first by cancelling the tour and issuing a full refund. Could not recommend them enough, hopefully will be able to rebook something with them after the pandemic.
Claire Sutherland
Apr 13,2021Highly recommend Oyster. We are not the 'typical' traveller, I'm 55 and my son is 11, we planned to visit Riverside, the monkey sanctuary in SA followed by a 3 day safari in Kruger in July 2020. All cancelled due to Covid, however the communication, pre trip planning and advice all excellent, as has been the communication through lockdown. Having postponed our trip, due to a change in circumstances I regretfully had to request a refund, which was in my bank account within 24 hours. Crucial I think at the moment when travel plans are not guaranteed that you have this peace of mind. Will definitely book with Oyster again in the future.
Mandy Hughes
Apr 13,2021Amazing customer service , I would highly recommend using oyster
Vraj Patel
Mar 26,2021I fond allot of info
Pardill
Feb 03,2021Just want to say a massive thank you to Anne, one of the managers I have been dealing with when booking my trip to South Africa. She has been amazing and so helpful, quick to respond to answer my questions. Unfortunately COVID-19 has caused problems with my trip but hoping one day that I rebook with them!!
Miss Amber Cooper
Feb 02,2021I had originally planned to go to South Africa for my dream trip to help elephants last year in April. Unfortunately due to the impending pandemic this was cancelled. I was able to delay my trip to this year at no extra cost thanks to Georgie and the Ouster team. With the lockdowns still ongoing I have now decided to cancel this trip altogether and turn it into a bigger one once travel can happen again. My refund was processed so quickly after requesting it. I cannot fault Georgie on her excellent customer service throughout all of this! I hope to use Oyster again in the future, really recommend to anyone to use them.
Phoebe Dennis
Jan 24,2021Unfortunately due to travel restrictions as a result of Covid-19, I was unable to travel to Australia as planned. Despite this, my experience with Oyster was excellent. Georgie was so helpful in preparing me for the trip: answering any questions and explaining the process. When I decided the borders weren't going to open in time for my adventure I was refunded so quickly! I really hope I can use Oyster in the future and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to travel.
Ellie Mangan
Jan 10,2021I couldn’t recommend Oyster enough! I booked my gap year travels with them and they guided me every step of the way! They responded to any of my queries very quickly and kept me completely up to date with any slight change, even if it was out of their control. Sadly I couldn’t go travelling due to the pandemic but I got given 18 months to postpone the trip and if I couldn’t do that everything refunded. I opted to get it all refunded as I am not able to fit the travels into my university holidays, but the refund was arranged and in my bank account within 24 hours which is very impressive! There was no pressure to postpone or hassle with getting a refund due to their lovely team. If you are thinking about booking with them, just do it! The team at Oyster are so helpful and friendly which is really reassuring if you are planning to step out your comfort zone. I can’t wait to organise my futures travels with them and with the way they have handled the complications of travelling in the pandemic gives me so much confidence in the team! Couldn’t have been happier with my choice of company!
Harry Walters
May 10,2022I travelled to quebec for 5 months on a working holiday working in hospitality and skiing in my spare time. I loved every minute over there. Oyster were very helpful in the process of getting everything sorted with visas and finding a job and things like that. It was all a very smooth process and would recommend.