Gapforce

We specialize in meaningful structured programmes overseas, including rainforest and marine conservation, teaching, healthcare, childcare and infrastructure development.

The expeditions are not only exciting and rewarding, but the skills and experience gained are valuable in both personal development and future employment. Furthermore, ties with the Year Out Group and Foreign Commonwealth Office help us lead the way with profound vision.

Please note that we also offer paid work placements in many of our locations. More details are provided on our website.

Gapforce has developed more than 70 diverse expeditions that span the globe. Apart from being great, balanced expeditions, they are all unique and cater to everyone’s interests.

Gapforce has important principles that continue to guide it as a leader in the gap year industry. Over the years, the organisations within Gapforce have stressed these features.

1. Safety

Gapforce places the highest emphasis on safety. We carry out thorough risk assessments in each country in which we consider all the potential dangers and hazards that we may encounter in our remote environments. We also abide by the governing guidelines of the Year Out Group (YOG) and the Foreign Commonwealth Office (FCO) and use BSi8848 to ensure preventative measures in the field. Furthermore, our staff are required to have Satellite Phones so that, in case of a serious incident, there will be an immediate evacuation. The evacuation plans are carefully thought through and we utilise our relationships in country with local military and medical assistance teams.

2. UK Staff Overseas - Bruce Parry Exped Leader

All of Gapforce’s core projects employ UK staff. This highlights our emphasis on safety and security. These experienced members of our team form the platform for the expeditions and help the participants adjust to the new surroundings. The staff responsibilities include airport pick up, food purchases, regular check ups, liaising with local contacts etc.

Bruce Parry (BBC The Tribe) led Trekforce Expeditions for over six years >

Our Expedition Leaders who live in country ensure we have the best projects at the lowest cost and also ensure good safety practices.

3. Massive Choice

Gapforce has developed more than 70 diverse expeditions that span the globe. Apart from being great, balanced expeditions, they are all unique and cater to everyone’s interests.

Greenforce projects contribute directly to local communities and aid them through teaching, research and development. Greenforce also offers a number of specialised wildlife conservation programmes. zara phillips borneo school



Trekforce centres on adventurous and extreme treks that challenge and reward participants.



Medforce - medical placements for pre med school, medical electives and for already qualified.



Ozforce - great jobs in Austral. Includes accommodation, full training and social life too!,



- learn to become a British Ski Instructor and teach in the Alps



Sportforce - coach sport overseas and get qualified too, plus great sports tours.

Careergap - Overseas travel for career breakers.

Duration / Dates

All year round

Costs / Pay

Various see website for further information

Contact Info

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