Volunteer in Africa
So you want to make a difference and do volunteer work abroad? Look no further than i-to-i’s volunteer Africa projects; they’re right for anyone who wants to make a positive contribution during travel in Africa.



Volunteering in Africa is an ideal way to be a responsible tourist whilst you enjoy the stunning beaches of Kenya's Mombasa or the diverse wildlife of the Kruger National Park. Get involved with Africa’s welcoming and friendly communities! Volunteer in Africa as part of a gap year will help you understand this unique continent on a far more intimate level. Plus, you don’t need any special qualifications. All we ask is that you have bags of energy and enthusiasm, an open mind and a camera to capture all those unique African travel experiences!
Volunteer in Africa could mean anything from community work in Kenya to wildlife conservation in South Africa. Imagine teaching English in Kenya and soaking up the Masai culture. With so many projects needing your help, you can be sure to find the volunteer Africa project that’s right for you. Get out there and get involved!
46 trips have been found based on your choices
Work with lions in South Africa - 14 days
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
Latest trip review:
An unforgetable trip, shared with unforgetable people....
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Community work with children in Mombasa, Kenya
Passionate about people? Put a smile on the faces of children who have been abandoned, orphaned or live their young lives in poverty while experiencing Kenya's beautiful coastal city.
- Location: Kenya
- Continent: Africa
- Type:Work with children
- Duration: 1 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
A thought-provoking experience...
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Community work with AIDS orphans in Mombasa, Kenya
Help Kenyan youngsters orphaned by HIV/AIDS look forward to a better future, while testing your teaching, sporting and cooking skills in a stunning location!
Late availability - 10% off selected start dates!
- Location: Kenya
- Continent: Africa
- Type:Work with children
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
The trip of a lifetime....
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Teach Inn Uganda
Let the pace of traditional African life wash over you in this rural placement as you teach English and bring all kinds of workshops to local children at the unique Teach Inn Uganda.
- Location: Uganda
- Continent: Africa
- Type:Teaching
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
An eye opening and life changing experience that i will...
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Community work with disadvantaged children near Cape Town, South Africa
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.
10% off selected start dates!
- Location: South Africa
- Continent: Africa
- Type:Work with children
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
Latest trip review:
An experience making me appreciate what i have got at...
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Work with children in a township near Cape Town
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
Latest trip review:
A very worthwhile trip that has definitely made me a...
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Teach English in Stone Town, Zanzibar
Teach English on the magical island of Zanzibar, the land of unlimited spices, beaches and fun!
- Location: Tanzania
- Continent: Africa
- Type:Teaching
- Duration: 2 to 8 weeks
Latest trip review:
Makes you realise how big and diverse the world is....
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Help raise Lions and Tigers in South Africa
Get up, close and personal with some of the most incredible cats on the planet when you help care for lions, tigers and other big cats at this stunning project in South Africa.
- Location: South Africa
- Continent: Africa
- Type:Conservation
- Duration: 2 to 4 weeks
Latest trip review:
I thought it was a most amazing experience. i...
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Hands-on work with endangered wildlife in South Africa
Help conserve big cats, exotic birds, giraffes, monkeys, zebra and antelope in coastal South Africa, where incredible natural scenery is at your doorstep and amazing beaches are just a few miles down the road!
- Location: South Africa
- Continent: Africa
- Type:Conservation
- Duration: 1 to 8 weeks
Latest trip review:
An amazing new experience which both challenges and enlightens....
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Live with lion cubs in South Africa
Spend your days hand rearing incredibly cute lion cubs on a stunning animal reserve in South Africa!
- Location: South Africa
- Continent: Africa
- Type:Conservation
- Duration: 2 to 4 weeks
Latest trip review:
Something never to forget....
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