Gapforce has established itself as a leading provider for gap year adventures worldwide. For 20 years, they have been providing innovative and rewarding projects, through marine and wildlife conservation, extreme expeditions and more.
Gapforce is comprised of several specialist ‘Forces’, each offering fantastic projects working in different fields and locations: Greenforce’s wildlife and community projects work with prominent partners like UNESCO, WWF and the Red Cross to make a lasting difference on valuable conservation efforts.
Trekforce extreme expeditions take volunteering to the limit in the world’s jungles and mountains, and as experts, have worked with Bruce Parry, Jack Osborne and Ben Fogle!
Medforce medical placements are 1st choice for medics of all levels wishing to volunteer their time assisting vital healthcare programmes in amazing settings.
Skiforce instructor training courses offer fantastic all inclusive BASI 1 & 2 programmes for skiers of all abilities.
Ozforce working in Australia projects provides invaluable placements for visitors looking for jobs down under.
Sportforce coaching projects allow volunteers to coach a range of sports to enthusiastic kids and teams in incredible rural and overseas locations.
And with a first rate safety record, Gapforce are members of the Year Out Group and operate in accordance with the Foreign Commonwealth Office to lead the way with profound vision. Here are just some of the projects Gapforce offer:
Fiji
Working in partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Society the aim of the project is to create a UNESCO Seascape. Based on a small island just off Vanua Levu volunteers will receive dive training to PADI Advanced and Emergency First Response. Science training will commence in the second week, when volunteers also learn to dive within the UNESCO Code of Scientific Diving Practice. Completing up to eleven dives a week, volunteers will also have close contact with the local village. A welcome ceremony, hosted by the village chief, is a perfect introduction to this island paradise. Accommodation is in traditional Fijian 'bures' (grass huts) on the beach. Expeditions are available from 6-10 weeks beginning in January, April, July and October. From £2'200
Central America
Search for lost Mayan ruins and caves, explore remote wilderness areas, learn leadership and jungle survival skills, live with host families, experience two different countries in one programme, swim in the clear coral sea with barracuda and rays, teach in village schools, build communities and make friends for life in this incredible adventure.
Nepal 
Working in partnership with the Rural Communities Development Programme (RCDP) in Nepal the aim of the project is to give volunteers a broad experience of this fascinating country and provide the opportunity to give something back to the communities there. The first week in Nepal is spent having Nepali classes and visiting local villages. Volunteers then travel down to one of the more rural valleys of Nepal where they join the RCDP project for 10 days. Whilst living with local families they will spend the day working on building resources for local schools. Travelling further south volunteers visit the Royal Chitwan National Park where an elephant back safari and white water rafting is on offer. Finally volunteers visit Everest Base camp on the way back to Kathmandu. 5 week expedition £1800. Available in April, July and October.
Medforce Ecuador
Living either in and around Quito or on the stunning Galapagos Islands, volunteers of all levels of experience can get involved assisting doctors and nurses in areas where help improving access to healthcare is really needed. Placements can be tailored to suit volunteers in specialist areas and Spanish language lessons are available as an add-on. Volunteers will get the chance to experience the varied sights of Ecuador and its vibrant culture. From the football matches to market days, wildlife spotting to visiting the equator there are endless thing to do on days off with the many new friends you’ll make.
Bahamas 
Working in partnership with the Bahamas National Trust the aim of the project is to create a marine national park and several 'no take' fishing zones. Based on Andros Island, the largest but least developed of the Bahamian islands, volunteers live in army tents on the beach. The camp is located next to the third largest barrier reef in the world, and the project aim is to create protected areas of the reef. Volunteers will receive dive training to PADI Advanced and Emergency First Response. Science training will commence in the second week, when volunteers also learn to dive within the UNESCO Code of Scientific Diving Practice. Completing up to ten dives a week, volunteers will also spend one afternoon a week working in a local school on a marine conservation awareness project.
From the top of Morzine, their mountain of choice, you gaze out over France and Switzerland. Then you begin to descend the majestic, fresh powdery slope. Their Ski Instructor Training Programme is unique for its affordability and friendly staff, exclusive accommodation and fantastic location. As one of the leading ski providers, Skiforce use UK staff to help you with the BASI qualifications, one integral part of their Instructor programme.
Ozforce Work Placement Australia
With Ozforce, you get more than a job! There’s the week-long introduction that provides valuable assistance from their UK staff for bank accounts, taxes and visas. Then there are the actual jobs, from vineyards to retail, hospitality to office admin positions. Their diverse range, 24 hour support and friendly BBQs and social events really set them apart for anyone interested in work placements and jobs abroad.
Tel: + 44 (0) 207 384 3343