Roaming with a purpose

Some travellers aim to make a difference
Forget the traditional resort holiday. Today there is a new traveller emerging. Joanne Davies, Naturewise program manager from Conservation Volunteers Australia, explains a revolutionary way to holiday.

Voluntourists are experience seekers looking for a holiday which is engaging, enriching and informative. They are active rather than passive travellers and are people who have a desire to interact with the local environment and various communities to make a meaningful difference.

Combining a vacation or trip abroad with volunteering on local projects is one way many travellers choose to immerse themselves in local cultures and make a…