Volunteer in South Africa

Volunteer in South Africa

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Join volunteer projects in South Africa! Help children, animals, and the environment, experience a unique culture, and improve your language skills.

from $700

Make a difference in South Africa

Chances are, at least once you’ve wanted to drop everything and head to a warm country to do something meaningful and kind. Volunteer programs in South Africa offer exactly that! Thousands of volunteers come here each year to take part in projects that make a real difference for local communities and the environment — and they do it for free.

Within the “Volunteer in South Africa” program you can choose a focus that suits you: teaching children in preschools and schools, environmental protection, animal rescue and rehabilitation, social support or working in healthcare.

Volunteers help African children and school students learn new things and inspire them to study and grow. Conservation and wildlife programs help preserve the region’s unique ecosystem. Social and medical projects provide support and care to people facing difficult life situations.

If you dream of a trip with purpose, want to discover South Africa’s amazing culture and nature, and make a real difference in someone’s life — join volunteer programs today!

Why join this program?

Help those who truly need it. You can make a real impact in the lives of children, animals, and local communities.
Gain a unique experience. Volunteer in South Africa isn’t just about helping — it’s a chance to learn something new and see the world from a different perspective.
Immerse yourself in a different culture. You’ll discover South Africa’s traditions, cuisine, and way of life, and make new friends from around the world.
Develop your personal qualities. Patience, responsibility, and the ability to work in a team — you’ll sharpen all of these by taking part in the project.
Make your trip meaningful. Instead of a typical beach vacation, you’ll come home with a sense of pride and real stories worth sharing.
Program fee
$700
For 2 weeks

Program available for up to 12 weeks ($1,750).

Initial payment: $300

Cost varies depending on the program option
What’s included
  • Placement in a suitable volunteer program
  • Volunteer program orientation session
  • Transfer from the sponsor to the host family or volunteer housing where the participant will live
  • Accommodation with a host family or in volunteer housing and meals during the program
  • Help booking tours and excursions
  • Program enrollment and ongoing support
Not included
  • Flights
  • Insurance enrollment
  • Costs for excursions, tours, and evening events
  • Airport transfer at the end of the program

Program materials

Get detailed program materials for Volunteer in South Africa
  • Program brochure
  • Sample participation agreement
  • Country & placements guide (manual)
  • Program cost calculator
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Requirements

  • Minimum age: 18
  • English level: intermediate
Program duration: 2 to 12 weeks.

Trip Reviews

Ruisi
These months of living and working in the United States have impressed me deeply. I live in a beautiful little house, and I can always go out to interact with the deer and squirrels on the road, an experience I have never had. The natural environment of the town I work is beautiful, there is no pollution, the weather is very blue, the air is too fresh!
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Yun
Before I arrived in the United States, I was very worried about my oral English, but when I came to the United States, I found that I didn’t have to worry. Everyone is very friendly and kind to me, when I am in trouble, they will help me, teach me English pronunciation, teach me English spelling, English is not a problem. I hope more students can participate in this program..
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Zhi
I saw the most beautiful fireworks on Independence Day, my idol at Universal Studios, the Statue of Liberty in New York, and trips to different countries made me a better person.
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Chenjin
I made a lot of good friends from different countries, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Turkey, Thailand… We have different culture and language, we communicate culture together every day, learn from each other, my vision got a lot of promotion. The world is diverse.
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Jinghong
As a student, in the school always clothes, food, do not know the hard money. Now I realize the hard work of my parents, and I am very grateful to my parents. In addition, I have improved my perseverance and willing to pay efforts to do everything. I think it will be great help to my future study and life. My personality has become better. Thanks to everyone who supports me!
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Xinyi
My English has been greatly improved! In addition, my colleagues are Spaniards, they taught me how to practice Spanish every day, and I taught them Chinese. We learn from each other to promote cultural exchange.
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Yingying
I used to only seen pictures of Niagara Falls in Chinese textbooks, but now Niagara Falls was right in front of me! Majestic, magnificent and magnificent, I was excited to take 1000 + photos! I am very lucky to be involved in this program.
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Fangyan
One day I was cleaning a customer’s room and a customer with a lovely dog was doing an check out, then she gave me $50 tips! For $50, I can eat delicious ice cream for one week!
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Ruisi
These months of living and working in the United States have impressed me deeply. I live in a beautiful little house, and I can always go out to interact with the deer and squirrels on the road, an experience I have never had. The natural environment of the town I work is beautiful, there is no pollution, the weather is very blue, the air is too fresh!
read more
Yun
Before I arrived in the United States, I was very worried about my oral English, but when I came to the United States, I found that I didn’t have to worry. Everyone is very friendly and kind to me, when I am in trouble, they will help me, teach me English pronunciation, teach me English spelling, English is not a problem. I hope more students can participate in this program..
read more
Zhi
I saw the most beautiful fireworks on Independence Day, my idol at Universal Studios, the Statue of Liberty in New York, and trips to different countries made me a better person.
read more
Chenjin
I made a lot of good friends from different countries, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Turkey, Thailand… We have different culture and language, we communicate culture together every day, learn from each other, my vision got a lot of promotion. The world is diverse.
read more
Jinghong
As a student, in the school always clothes, food, do not know the hard money. Now I realize the hard work of my parents, and I am very grateful to my parents. In addition, I have improved my perseverance and willing to pay efforts to do everything. I think it will be great help to my future study and life. My personality has become better. Thanks to everyone who supports me!
read more
Xinyi
My English has been greatly improved! In addition, my colleagues are Spaniards, they taught me how to practice Spanish every day, and I taught them Chinese. We learn from each other to promote cultural exchange.
read more
Yingying
I used to only seen pictures of Niagara Falls in Chinese textbooks, but now Niagara Falls was right in front of me! Majestic, magnificent and magnificent, I was excited to take 1000 + photos! I am very lucky to be involved in this program.
read more
Fangyan
One day I was cleaning a customer’s room and a customer with a lovely dog was doing an check out, then she gave me $50 tips! For $50, I can eat delicious ice cream for one week!
read more

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