Community work in South Africa

There are some great places from which to view South Africa, like the top of Table Mountain or the back of a safari jeep, but none are better than from within a community in which you live and work. Doing community work in South Africa takes you to the heart of some of Africa’s most distinctive cultures.

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In a country which has 11 different languages there is no shortage of diversity to explore, only time in which to do it. That’s why volunteering to do community work in Africa proves so popular; living and working in the community really lets you get to know a place intimately. With as big a variety of landscapes as cultures the views will prove as rewarding as the work. When you do community work in South Africa you’ll meet the friendliest of peoples and the fiercest of animals in one of the world’s most exciting countries!

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Monkey sanctuary near the Kruger Park, South Africa

4 weeks from
US$1,990.00
US$1810.90
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Does monkeying around appeal? Based in a specialist sanctuary, this project is perfect for animal lovers who want to get hands-on helping to protect South Africa's monkeys!

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Wildlife
  • Duration: 4 to 8 weeks

Latest trip review:
A magical moment in my life.... [Read more]

Work with lions in South Africa

2 weeks from
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Go wild on this project and learn to care for some of South Africa's most famous animals!

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Wildlife
  • Duration: 2 weeks

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A life changing experiences... [Read more]

Community work with orphans near Cape Town, South Africa

4 weeks from
US$1,990.00
US$1810.90
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Do you want to travel to an amazing location laden with outdoor adventure? You could soak up relaxing South African life and enjoy the stunning sites of the beautiful Cape Town region while brightening the lives of orphaned youngsters.

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Work with children
  • Duration: 4 to 12 weeks

Latest trip review:
The most amazing experience  - it'll stay in my heart... [Read more]

Lion, Rhino and Elephant Monitoring Expedition in South Africa

2 weeks from
US$1,890.00
US$1719.90
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If you want to get away from it all, here's your perfect chance to head into the African wilderness where you'll spend your days with some of the most amazing wildlife on the planet.

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Wildlife
  • Duration: 2 to 6 weeks

Latest trip review:
An experience i wouldn't trade for anything!... [Read more]

The South Africa Adventure and Conservation Experience

2 weeks from
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US$1810.90
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For those who want to take a walk on the wild side, this exciting and meaningful tour has everything you could ask for; from exhilarating canopy tours, zip slides and gorge drops, to breathtaking wildlife and stunning scenery!

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Meaningful Tours
  • Duration: 2 weeks

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Amazing opportunity and eye opening experience of a colorful country!... [Read more]

Community work with disadvantaged children near Cape Town, South Africa

2 weeks from
US$1,590.00
US$1446.90
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This is the ideal project for you if you love interacting with children! You'll get to play an active role in helping disadvantaged youngsters who need special attention at one of two day care centres in a stunning South African setting on the Cape Peninsula.

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Work with children
  • Duration: 2 to 12 weeks

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Amazing experiences loved every minute... [Read more]

Work with children in a township near Cape Town

2 weeks from
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US$1446.90
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This project is perfect for anyone who's ready for a challenge, loves spending time with children and has a lot of energy. You will be having fun and make friends as you work side by side with a team of inspiring women to care for children growing up in a township near Cape Town.

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Work with children
  • Duration: 2 to 6 weeks

Animal rescue society near Cape Town, South Africa

2 weeks from
US$1,090.00
US$991.90
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Are you an animal lover or budding vet? Here's your chance to get fully involved in all aspects of animal health care in an attractive local community near Cape Town!

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Wildlife
  • Duration: 2 to 12 weeks

Latest trip review:
An amazing experience which has changed my life!... [Read more]

Work experience with horses in the African Bush

2 weeks from
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US$1446.90
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Are you a horse lover and outdoor person? Here's the perfect chance for adventurers to enjoy the vast wilderness of the African bush on horseback and experience the beauty of the stunning South African landscape, its amazing animals and intriguing people.

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Wildlife
  • Duration: 2 to 8 weeks

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Definetly a life changing experience. breath taking, overwhelming, amazing experience.... [Read more]

Conservation work in the African bush

1 week from
US$890.00
US$809.90
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On this special conservation trip you'll venture into untouched Africa and help to protect some of the rarest natural plant-life in the world within a stunning nature reserve.

  • Location: South Africa
  • Continent: Africa
  • Type:Conservation
  • Duration: 1 to 12 weeks

Latest trip review:
I'll never forget my amazing time at gecko creek!... [Read more]

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