The Great Projects Recenzje 

I booked by 3rd and 4th project with The Great Projects and I would do it again. As a solo traveler I feel safe booking with them because I know I have a company I can count on, all along the way.

I just returned from my 7th Great Project. The most recent was Chimp Eden in South Africa. This was my second time there. We did a variety of projects- making enrichment, spread fruit and vegetables daily for them to forge, painting, assist in building a new habitat and so much more.
I love doing what is needed so the chimps can love their best life. They all had hard back stories but living their best life now. The staff are wonderful and very dedicated.

The process was easy and seamless and the info was good and accurate. I found the website really easy to navigate which makes things so much easier. E mail interactions were friendly and prompt and although I didn't need to ask any questions this time, previous experience of the company was as good so would have had no worries had I needed to.

As a volunteer recently in June 2026 my experience was emotional and spiritual, the sound of the jungle was a beautiful way to wake each morning. The work was rewarding and viable such as dismantling a platform and replacing with a new and sturdy build. Making and installing concrete path for access for technicians and volunteers to feed wild life. To digging river soil out to deepen the access to water to prevent crossing from island to island for the orangutans. This experience was rewarding and so satisfying for me with such a fabulous and incredible team. Thank you so much Christine

What an amazing experience from beginning to end. Well organised, full on itinerary. Amazing times with 2 gorilla families 😍 were the absolute highlights.

I booked a project with the great projects back in November 2025 for January 2026. I felt they were very helpful and the website and booking experience very user friendly. I trust and have experienced that they only endorse ethical projects, so much so I have book for a different project to do in January 2027. Fingers crossed it’s as great as the last one.

Over het algemeen een goed gevoel bij deze projecten.
Eten was goed te doen, organisatie, meestal in orde, soms chaotisch. Het personeel doet zijn best.
De meeste coördinatoren zijn vriendelijk, sommigen wat nors, idem voor verkoopsters in de winkel en achter de bar 's avonds. Personeel in de wasplaats en keukenpersoneel steeds vriendelijk.
Jonge mensen vinden elkaar, maar ook voor wat oudere mensen is er een plek. Gym voor wie wil in de vooravond.
Muizen, daar moet je mee leren omgaan. Die zijn overal en hebben het bijzonder naar hun zin.

Great projects allow you to pay in installments and give you a lot of information beforehand . They always answer questions if asked quickly by email . Their conservation goals are in line with my beliefs .

I have now done two voluntary projects with the great projects. I have found them to be very helpful, nothing has been too much trouble to ensure a smooth trip. The projects themselves have been amazing, again not disappointing. I cannot rate the great projects highly enough! I highly recommend if you want a guaranteed professional service

Great information from the initial phone call very helpful and helped to make changes to my trip

Very helpful team from initial enquiry, through all the booking stages, right to the date of the trip. Answered any questions I had as best they could and were very quick in responding. Fortunately, I didn't need to contact anyone whilst away but I had the contact details if needed. Would definitely use The Great Projects again and would recommend to anyone considering a volunteering trip abroad.

The Greats Project provided very helpful information about the volunteer project, working at Matang Wildlife Centre, and ensured that I was well connected with the people on the ground running the project in Borneo. They were also helpful when I had difficulty obtaining insurance that would cover me for volunteer work, which is difficult as an older adult - over 70. They were also available to answer the questions I had over the long period of time when I signed up to volunteer and actually travelled to Malaysia months later. I have recommended The Greats Project to people interested in volunteering on wildlife projects. The actual volunteer experience was wonderful - made new friends, meet extraordinary people seeking to make a difference to rescued animals in Sarawak, and learned about the complexity of conservation.

Visited Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Sanctuary in March with my husband. Amazing experience!!! Worked with 4 other volunteers at just the right pace that you felt your contribution was valid but you didn’t get overwhelmed by the work. Steffan our co-ordinator / lead was lovely. Very knowledgeable and friendly including everyone in the various tasks. Melda a local lady working there with the volunteer groups was also very welcoming and interesting to work with and the freshly cooked food supplied by Muma Moaña was delicious. Was also great to be taken to the local markets and local places of interest an area not often seen by tourists. The Orangutan’s that we saw were out of this world, a truly awesome experience. The babies were particularly special to see. Well done to the work being done in helping the survival of this species. Can’t recommend enough to visit this Sanctuary. We will be volunteering at other locations following our experience with The Great Projects. If you visit check out the gift list as all contributions are so helpful.

I have just returned from Nyaru Menteng Orangutang sanctuary in Borneo. WOW!! What a trip. It was well organised from start to finish (as a solo traveller attempting their first long haul flight, the staff were really helpful and supportive, with Mags and team suggesting flight routes and answering any queries promptly regarding blood tests and vaccines). Once there, the entire programme was well managed and varied-keeping you on the get go from the start with such an assortment of activities all focussing on improving the lives of the orphaned (or infirm) orangutans. All the staff were welcoming, knowledgeable and dedicated to the cause. Highly recommend to anyone-it's hot and sweaty but, oh so worthwhile!!!!

I had a great time at Chimp Eden. The volunteering side of the project is run by The Great Projects. It was the best volunteering experiances I have had, this was my 8th. I would recommend them to anyone.

I Highly recommend working with Great Projects! The staff is so friendly and attentive to all questions and spending 3 weeks at Namibia Wildlife sanctuary was an incredible experience ! I also went to Coastal conservation week where you experience the stunning beauty of the coastline and the magnificent red dunes that cascade into the blue water . Riding horses and viewing the giraffes was wonderful. There are people of all ages on your team and I met fascinating people from all over the world!
Lindsay
Kentucky USA

Being my first time volunteering with 3 consecutive projects in a row. I have thoroughly enjoyed myself. Chimp Eden was fantastic and I will return in the future for another visit.

I gave been on two projects, samboji lestari volunteering with orangs and sun bears in September 2023, Uganda wildlife safari in February 2026.
Both have been awesome inspiring, especially Uganda for me, as since the famous Attenborough gorilla filming way back in 1978 I have wanted to see these magnificent beings in the wild, and this trip did not disappoint on any level, my bucket list complete
If it wasn't for The Great Projects I would not have had the most exhilarating time of my life. I have found with this company, the staff here and abroad go above and beyond. Communication , organisation, accommodation and experiences are second to none.
I would thoroughly recommend to go with this company, I myself am looking for my third trip with them
Don't procrastinate, book, have a wonderful time and even though it's a tiny bit you're putting back in, remember even a tiny bit makes a difference to our planet and the creatures we share it with.

What a great experience The great projects where there for all my questions, prompt answers and always helpful
That good I’m looking to book another trip with them next year

Many thanks to „the great projects“ team. I am very grateful and happy that I was able to take part in the Koskoda Turtle Conservation project together with my children. This experience exceeded all our expectations. We had the unique opportunity to witness baby turtles hatching up close. We were able to feed the sea turtles, help clean water tanks and collect litter from the beach.
Our absolute highlight was the release into the sea. Watching these tiny creatures every evening was a very special and deeply moving moment for all of us.
The moment when a green mother turtle came ashore to lay her eggs was at least just as magical.
A special thank also goes to Dudley and his entire team. You could really feel how much passion and dedication each individual puts into this project.
The food was plentiful, varied and absolutely delicious. We took part in this volunteer program for the first time, but definitely not for the last. As soon as the children Are old enough, we will join more projects! Next we would Like to combine the whale shark project with the Big Five…. Already looking forward.