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Name: Pod Volunteer
Address: 5, Noverton Lane, Cheltenham, Prestbury
Rating: 4.80

4.8 Rating 636 Reviews

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4.8

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Pod Volunteer is an award winning non-profit organisation arranging ethical, inspiring and supported volunteering opportunities around the world since 2001

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Pod Volunteer 5 star review on 3rd August 2026

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Pod Volunteer 5 star review on 19th December 2025

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Anonymous // 01/01/2019

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“I took part in the U18 Turtle and Marine Conservation Trip this summer it has been the highlight of my year so far. Not only do you get to meet so many new people that share the same passion for conservation as you but also get to have incredible experiences with wildlife. The Pod staff were excellent throughout the trip and I can’t thank them enough for making my time in Kefalonia so memorable!”

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Posted 13 hours ago

“My daughter had a fantastic experience on the 16-17 year old Kefalonia Turtle conservation project in July 2026. As it was her first independent trip overseas, it was really reassuring to get the updates and photos from the organisers. She came back with lots of stories about a wonderful week and a good understanding of the many issues facing turtles and ocean conservation (in addition to completing her Gold Duke of Edinburgh residential trip) Thank you- my son will hopefully also go to Kefalonia with Pod in 2 years time.”

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Posted 15 hours ago

“Very nice 👍👍”

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Posted 1 day ago

Thanks for the 5 star review Daneil - I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed the trip. Best wishes, Gemma & the Pod team

Posted 1 day ago

“Amazing expeirnce- would highly reccomend.”

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Posted 1 day ago

Thanks George, so glad to hear you had a great time in South Africa at the Big 5 project! Thanks for your hard work. Best wishes, Alex and the Pod team

Posted 1 day ago

“Pod volunteer have been amazing from start to finish in helping me organise this memorable trip! This is my second time booking a trip through them, and they are great with sorting all the logistics out! In my two weeks at the Elephant and wildlife conservation project, I learnt so much about the ongoing human elephant conflict in Sri Lanka, and it was such an insightful experience. From the knowledgeable staff members at the project guiding us, to the other lovely volunteers, and the amazing ladies who cooked us meals, it was a trip to remember! One of my highlights was monitoring a group of elephants from a treehouse survey- such a surreal experience! I also loved how involved we were with the local community, working alongside farmers and schools to help both elephants and humans live and thrive safely together. I would like to say a massive thank you to everyone who made this possible, specifically Chandima and Devuni from SLWCS! I hope to return in the future!”

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Posted 4 days ago

Hi Holly - thanks so much for such a lovely 5 star review - I loved hearing all about your trip to Sri Lanka and your beautiful photos. Thanks for choosing to join the Elephant and Wildlife Conservation project. Best wishes, Gemma and the Pod team

Posted 3 days ago

“This has been a fantastic experience for my daughter, she thoroughly enjoyed her time in Kefalonia. She gained invaluable experience to support both her residential and volunteering elements of her Gold DofE award and by participating in an 'in situ' project to support A Level Biology. On top of this she gained independence and resilience through solo travel, made lots of new friends and had lots of fun! The support and communidation from the team at Pod Volunteer was excellent so we had peace of mind that she was cared for during the entire week. Thank You.”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so much for suh a lovely review Jessica - we are happy to hear that your daughter enjoyed joining our U18 Turtle and Marine Conservation trip in Greece. It's great to hear that she was able to learn about conservation to support her studies as well as gain her Gold DofE Residential. We are glad that she has able to gain independence whilst on the trip and that you had peace of mind throughout. Best wishes, Gemma and the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“My daughter has really enjoyed her experience. Everyone has been so supportive, the guidance has been clear, and overall it has been a wonderful experience for her. She enjoyed it so much that she would love the opportunity to do it again if possible.”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so much for the 5 star review Reem, we are glad that you daughter had a wonderful experience and to hear that you found the experience to be well supported. We would love to help your daughter join another trip in the future! Best wishes, Gemma and the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“We found the whole experience excellent, very well organised with good communication beforehand and updates throughout the trip. Our daughter had a great time and learned lots. I would highly recommend this experience.”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so much for a lovely review Caroline - are are delighted that your daughter had a great time on the U18 Turtle and Marine Conservation trip in Greece. Best wishes, Gemma and the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“My daughter absolutely loved it! Great camaraderie and a real insight into conservation projects which she had not experienced before. The team were really friendly and supportive and she has made some good friends whilst with you.”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so for the great review - we are glad to hear that your daughter enjoyed learning and getting involved in the conservation projects on the island of Kefalonia. Best wishes, Gemma & the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“Outstanding. My daughter had such an amazing experience with Pod Volunteer. She loved helping and learning about marine and turtle conservation. She made great new friends. She would definitely do this again and happily recommend anyone to support this wonderful company!”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks for your lovely review Lisa and that your daughter enjoyed her trip to Greece with Pod. Best wises, Gemma and the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“I completed this trip for my gold Duke of Edinburgh, and it was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. It was well organised and so much more than expected. I had the best time ever making memories friends and also building my confidence. Thank you for this experience”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so much for your lovely 5 star review Isla! Thank you for choosing to join the team. Best wishes, Gemma & the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“I found my time in Greece very enjoyable, I was happy with the amount of free time that we got, along with the time we were working. I would recommend this trip to anyone who was interested.”

Pod Volunteer 5 star review on 27th July 2026

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks for your lovely review Izzie and thanks for choosing to join our U18 Turtle and Marine Conservation trip to Greece! Congratulations on completing your Gold DofE. Best wishes, Gemma and the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“This trip was truly amazing! It was great to see turtles properly in the wild and it was great to have known that I was helping them thrive on the island of Kefalonia! The three leaders Gemma, Anna and Yanika were all lovely and incredibly helpful. The area of Kefalonia that you see is one of the most beautiful parts of the island. The volunteering itself was nothing less than amazing, I would highly recommended.”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so much for choosing to join our U18 Turtle and Marine Conservation trip in Greece and congratulations on completing your Gold DofE award! Best wishes, Gemma & the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“This trip was a great way to meet new friends and have lots of fun in the process! Thank you so much to Gemma, Anna and Yanika who supervised us and made it so enjoyable. I would definitely recommend going on this journey and would do it again without a doubt!”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so much for a lovely review Alex - we are so happy that you enjoyed your U18 Turtle and Marine Conservation project in Greece and congratulations on completing your Gold DofE Residential! Best wishes, Gemma & the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“Such an amazing experience at the turtle conservation in Kefalonia 💕 Leaders try to give you as much freedom as possible while also providing you with all the information to feel and be organised for the days. Leaders always happy to walk and talk with you if you're feeling uneasy or when your social battery has died.. Elements of the trip (heat & early wake ups) were difficult to manage but it’s the kind of thing you complain about while there and then miss as soon as it’s finished. Would 100% recommended taking part in something like this, have for sure made some long term friends and core memories.”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so much for such a lovely 5 star review - we are so happy to hear that you had a lovely trip on the U18 Turtle and Marine Conseration group trip to Greece. Thanks so much for choosing to join the team! All the best, Gemma & the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“Amazing experience, everyone was lovely, I’ve made some life long friends and getting to be so involved with the local wildlife was honestly surreal. It will definitely help me decide whether to pursue a career path with similar environmental skills involved.”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so much for such a lovely 5 star review and thanks for your support helping turtles in Greece! Best wishes, Gemma & the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“As a parent, I’ve been really impressed with the organisation and communication around this volunteer placement. My son had such an amazing time, with a great balance between activities, learning and free time. He loved learning about the turtles, meeting new people and spending time in Kefalonia. He’s already said he’d like to return next year as an adult volunteer.”

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Posted 1 week ago

Thanks so much for such a lovely review Rebecca - I'm so happy to hear that he would like to return next year too! Best wishes, Gemma & the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“I would like to thank Nic, Amber, Mali and Thomas for giving me an unforgettable experience. I am 17 years old I come from France and it was my first « solo » trip yet I was welcomed as in a family. I think we can’t make a humanitarian trip in better conditions. I didn’t think I was so close to animals and Kariega allowed me to discover all the aspects of the humanitarian. It was an upsetting trip. The communities are adorable and every meeting is touching, we feel useful and that’s all the most beautiful thing to offer these people. Because we realize how lucky we are to have the power to do something. And this trip is only an initiation, a beginning of a prosperous project. So thank you all again.”

Pod Volunteer 5 star review on 24th July 2026

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Posted 2 weeks ago

Hi Albane, thanks so much for your lovely comments about your time at the Big 5 Conservation and community project in South Africa! As you say a wonderful "beginning"! Best wishes, Alex and the Pod team

Posted 1 week ago

“Super informative and fun trip, with the perfect balance of free time and activities. Camp leaders were incredibly friendly and warm, and the camp itself had great facilities and food. The volunteers from Wildlife Sense were also knowledgable and passionate, and taught us a lot about how best to protect the turtles and carry out the surveys comprehensively.”

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Posted 2 weeks ago

Thanks so much for a lovely review and congratulations for completing your Gold DofE on the U18 Turtle and Conservation trip in Greece - it's fantatsic to hear that you had a fun time and learnt so much! Best wishes, Gemma and the Pod team

Posted 2 weeks ago

“My son had a fantastic time with Pod Volunteer in Kefalonia. The staff, facilities and course content were all excellent. Swimming alongside a turtle on a survey was a massive highlight, as was the visit to the caves. The team managed to perfectly combine information and learning with fun and I’m so appreciative of the opportunity for my son.”

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Posted 2 weeks ago

Thanks so much for the lovely review Louise. I'm glad that your son had a great trip to help turtles in Greece and enjoyed the fun activities to explore the island too. Best wishes, Gemma & the Pod team

Posted 2 weeks ago

Pod Volunteer is rated 4.8 based on 636 reviews