We’re kicking off our Top Rated Program recognitions for 2026, starting with Volunteer Abroad programs. This marks our first program-level announcement of the year, highlighting individual programs that earned exceptional feedback from participants and demonstrated a strong commitment to quality, impact, and responsible volunteering.
Read on to see which Volunteer Abroad programs received a Top Rated Program Badge for 2026.
Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Programs 2026
Congratulations to the following programs for earning a Top Rated Program Badge in the Volunteer Abroad category:
- COSTA RICA: MAXIMO NIVEL – Top-Rated Volunteer Abroad Programs in Latin America
- THAILAND: Loop Abroad – Thailand College Pre-Vet Medicine
- BOTSWANA: Wild at Tuli Safaris – Wild At Tuli, Botswana Conservation
- DOMINICA: Therapy Abroad Inc. – Dominica: Speech-Language Pathology in Paradise
- GERMANY: Camp Europe – Volunteer as a Summer Camp Counselor in Europe
- PALESTINE: The Palestinian Center – Go Palestine – Volunteer with Palestinian Refugees
- ENGLAND: The Intern Group – Internships & Volunteer Programs in London
- ZANZIBAR: Growth International Volunteer Excursions – GIVE Tanzania: English Education in Zanzibar & Safari
- LAOS: Growth International Volunteer Excursions – GIVE Laos: Community Empowerment & Wildlife Conservation
- BRAZIL: IPBio – Biodiversity Research Institute – IPBio Amazon Biodiversity Research Assistant
- CHINA: Stepping Stones China – Volunteer to Teach English to Children in Rural China
- INDONESIA: International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ) – Volunteer in Turtle Conservation in Bali
- NEPAL: International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ) – Volunteer in Nepal from US$285 — 11 Projects Available
- SOUTH AFRICA: DAKTARI Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage – Volunteer with Children & Animals at DAKTARI
- SPAIN: Instituto Hemingway – Volunteer Programs in Spain
- PHILIPPINES: Marine Conservation Philippines – Volunteer Abroad with Marine Conservation Philippines
- KENYA: BetterMe.org – Teaching & Community Support in Kenya
- COLOMBIA: Bucara Voluntours – Social Impact Adventure in Bucaramanga, Colombia
- MULTIPLE COUNTRIES: Gapforce – South America Explorer with Gapforce
If your program made the list, you’ve earned another well-deserved recognition that reflects all your hard work. You can download the badge and proudly display it on your website and marketing materials to showcase your program’s excellence. Show it off, spread the word, and continue inspiring the next generation of TEFL educators.
How Can You Earn a Top Rated Program Badge?
It’s simple! Keep gathering positive reviews and maintaining high ratings for your programs. The more engaged and satisfied your participants are, the greater your chances of earning this prestigious recognition.
Here are our best resources to help you take your review strategy to the next level:
- How Your Online Reviews Can Attract New Participants
- Everything You Need to Know About GoAbroad Reviews
- Why We Care So Much About Program Reviews
- 5 Reasons You Should Source More Reviews on GoAbroad
If you’d like personalized insights on how to maximize your GoAbroad reviews, don’t hesitate to contact our reviews team for expert guidance!
Let’s celebrate meaningful travel experiences together. Start working toward your Top Rated Program Badge today!
Selection Process: Our Annual Top Rated Programs are based on both quantity of reviews collected and overall rating. To qualify, a program must have received at least 10 reviews within the past 12 months, with all counted reviews published during that period. Additionally, Top Rated Programs must also be a specific program for a destination or multiple destinations.