How To Make Your Gap Year Count

This is a fantastic gap year programme which two of my children have enjoyed in Kenya. They were kept busy every day but loved that they were doing something really valuable for local communities. In their free time they had fantastic fun and made friends that will last well beyond the trip itself. A highlight of the Kenya trip for both of them was the 5 day safari - a real bonus. A special mention must go to the wonderful, warm people who looked after them and gave me great peace of mind!  Thank you so much Joseph, Juma and Amelia, and everyone in the UK office. A really first-class outfit.  

Lizzie, Jack, Pedro and all the other staff are what made my Costa Rica trip so special. I was given the perfect balance of feeling completely independent but also knowing people were there if I needed any help. All the accommodation was great and the food was always top notch. From surfing and Spanish lessons to bungee jumping and boat trips, all the activities were incredible, and the volunteering projects gave me a unique opportunity to give back to the amazing community and wildlife in Costa Rica.

Well, where does one start with The Leap? First of all, a big pat on the back for my daughter in finding them on Instagram! She booked her trip to Columbia and met her fellow Gappers for the first time at Heathrow. OMG what fun she has had, so much so she booked on to the Costa Rica trip! She has made forever friends and memories of a lifetime! Massive thank you to Milly and Zoë - your pre-departure zoom chat, your email confirming arrival, weekly reports and fab pics. What more can we ask for as anxious parents? Truly spoilt but worth every penny. We can’t thank you enough.