​ StudentUniverse and Gapyear.com have added new packages to its experiences for youth and student travellers.

The Eco Wanderer

This trip to South Africa and Zimbabwe takes in Table Mountain and the 'big five' on safari.

There is also the opportunity to make a difference to some of the places visited by volunteering with disadvantaged children and learning more about endangered animals.

Explorer's Extravaganza

This journey goes from Russia and overland to China and Mongolia, before looping back to India via Burma.

There is the opportunity to ride the Trans-Siberian Railway, visit the Taj Mahal, or walk the Great Wall of China.

Unleashed in the East

This trip visits China and Japan with either group or independent travel and takes in Shanghai and Kyoto.

The Classic

This classic gap year adventure offers Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji - three of the most popular backpacking destinations.

Ultimate Bucket List

Encompassing the planet's best backpacker destinations, the Ultimate Bucket List includes tours of almost every continent.

There are visit to the hotspots of South East Asia, Australia's east coast and the chance to work with vulnerable orangutans in Borneo.

The trip also takes in New Zealand, South America and road trip across the USA.

Useful links

​ www.gapyear.com/packages