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Volunteer Abroad Africa Southern Africa

Volunteer in Southern Africa

Volunteer in Southern Africa and witness Africa on steroids...

Volunteer in Southern Africa and witness Africa on steroids. Stellar safaris, inconceivable wildlife, diverse landscapes and breathtaking marine life. South Africa, Botswana, Namibia and many more are waiting to show off their astonishing natural beauty. And we haven't even mentioned the upcoming cities of the region!

Animal lovers will face a dilemma choosing from the number of wildlife programs available in this region. Whether you want to work with sharks, lions or African elephants, look no further. Volunteers with a heart for people can contribute to youth programs where help is greatly appreciated. Whichever program you choose, Southern Africa will not disappoint!

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 South Africa Wildlife Reserve Volunteers
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
South Africa Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Plan My Gap Year

South Africa Wildlife Reserve Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
⭐ Popular Video Flex Option
631 €  per week · 1  ‑  4  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Be part of a life-changing experience that allows you to work behind the scenes on a world-class wildlife reserve in South Africa! 🦏 Details >

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 Eco Nature and Coastal Conservation
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
South Africa Kenton-on-Sea, South Africa
Sibuya Wilderness Experience

Eco Nature and Coastal Conservation

Excellent 4.8
(41)
⭐ Popular Flex Option
783 €  per week · 1  ‑  6  weeks · Age  16+ · Has Wifi

Eco Volunteering in Wildlife & Marine Conservation. Uncover the whole big picture of our Eco-System for a better understanding of Nature & learn how to make a difference! Details >

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 Big 5 Monitoring, Conservation, Sustainable Living
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
South Africa Phalaborwa, South Africa
LEO Africa

Big 5 Monitoring, Conservation, Sustainable Living

Perfect 4.7
(45)
⭐ Popular Video Flex Option
693 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Give your vital contribution towards wildlife conservation! Learn about animal behaviour, reserve management and anti-poaching while living a lifetime experience! 🇿🇦 Details >

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 South Africa Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
🔥 In High Demand
South Africa Cape Town, South Africa
Plan My Gap Year

South Africa Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
299 €  per week · 2  ‑  6  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Plan My Gap Year supports a range of day-care centres that provide essential childcare facilities to impoverished families of nearby communities. Details >

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 Wildlife Sanctuary Supporter
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
Namibia Windhoek, Namibia
The Great Projects

Wildlife Sanctuary Supporter

Fantastic 4.5
(109)
Video Flex Option
614 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Here you'll direct all of your efforts towards the long term rehabilitation of animals. Experience hands-on volunteering with baboons, small animals and much more! Details >

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 Baboon Rehabilitator & Care-Giver
Life On Land
South Africa Phalaborwa, South Africa
C.A.R.E.

Baboon Rehabilitator & Care-Giver

Brilliant 4.8
(20)
Video Flex Option
306 €  per week · 2  ‑  50  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Make a difference for 437 orphaned, rescued residents at the sanctuary. Your help is needed to provide care to the animal orphans; food, enrichment, cleaning enclosures. Details >

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 South Africa English Teaching Volunteers
Quality Education
🔥 In High Demand
South Africa Cape Town, South Africa
Plan My Gap Year

South Africa English Teaching Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
212 €  per week · 2  ‑  6  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Plan My Gap Year supports a range of day-care centres that provide essential childcare facilities to impoverished families of nearby communities. Details >

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 Wildlife Supporter
Life On Land
🔥 In High Demand
South Africa Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Stay Africa Volunteers

Wildlife Supporter

Brilliant 4.7
(194)
Video Flex Option
580 €  per week · 1  ‑  8  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Volunteer at our Big Five Game reserve, support the local staff in monitoring the animals and conserving the environment. Details >

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 Sports Education Coach
Good Health And Well-Being
South Africa Cape Town, South Africa
Stay Africa Volunteers

Sports Education Coach

Brilliant 4.7
(194)
Video Flex Option
171 €  per week · 4  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Sports and physical education coaching at local primary schools with Children aged 6 - 13 years old. Details >

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 Teaching at Primary School
Quality Education
🔥 In High Demand
South Africa Cape Town, South Africa
Stay Africa Volunteers

Teaching at Primary School

Brilliant 4.7
(194)
Video Flex Option
171 €  per week · 4  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Volunteer with children aged 6-13 years (Grade R - 7) as a teacher's assistant at a primary school in Cape Town. Make your travel to South Africa meaningful! Details >

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 Whales, Sharks and Penguins Conservation
Life Below Water
South Africa Gansbaai, South Africa
Volunteer Int. Adventures

Whales, Sharks and Penguins Conservation

Brilliant 4.8
(67)
Video Flex Option
849 €  per week · 1  ‑  12  weeks · Age  17+ · Has Wifi

Experience not only Whale, Dolphin, Shark and Penguin research and monitoring but also community education, environmental issues, ecology and ecotourism Details >

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 Shark & Marine Research Support.
Life Below Water
South Africa Van Dyks Bay, South Africa
Shark & Marine Research Inst.

Shark & Marine Research Support.

Outstanding 5.0
(11)
Video Flex Option
531 €  per week · 1  ‑  12  weeks · Age  16+ · Has Wifi

We are committed to the conservation of sharks, other marine creatures and our oceans through dedicated research and community outreach projects. Details >

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 Big Cats Sanctuary
Life On Land
South Africa Stanford, South Africa
Panthera Africa

Big Cats Sanctuary

Fantastic 4.6
(16)
Video Flex Option
616 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Contribute to the well-being of big cats, help with daily tasks, maintenance, and be part of our mission to protect these majestic animals! 🦁 Details >

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 Vervet Monkey Rescue & Rehabilitation
Life On Land
South Africa Durban, South Africa
Volunteer Int. Adventures

Vervet Monkey Rescue & Rehabilitation

Brilliant 4.8
(67)
Video Flex Option
522 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Volunteer with rescued Vervet Monkeys at a permitted Monkey Rescue, Rehabilitation and Release Centre in the lush province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa Details >

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 Endangered Species Conservation & Research
Life On Land
South Africa Waterberg, South Africa
Hamba Africa

Endangered Species Conservation & Research

Brilliant 4.8
(38)
Video Flex Option
696 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Join us in South Africa Work on ecological managment and wildlife research projects. Protect endangered species as you live and work on a 35,000-hectare reserve! Details >

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 Childcare at a Creche or Kindergarten
Good Health And Well-Being
South Africa Cape Town, South Africa
Stay Africa Volunteers

Childcare at a Creche or Kindergarten

Brilliant 4.7
(194)
Video Flex Option
171 €  per week · 4  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Enrich young lives in Cape Town by volunteering at a Creche or Kindergarten for infants and children up to 6 years of age! 🇿🇦 Details >

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 Horse and Farm Assistant
Life On Land
South Africa Gravelotte, South Africa
Khaya Hanci Horse and Game

Horse and Farm Assistant

Outstanding 4.9
(15)
Flex Option
602 €  per week · 4  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of neglected and abused rescue horses in the unique African bush? Then Khaya Hanci is the perfect spot for you! Details >

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 Elephant Conservation Supporter
Life On Land
Namibia Damaraland, Namibia
Elephant Human Relations Aid (EHRA)

Elephant Conservation Supporter

Excellent 4.8
(68)
Video Flex Option
540 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

EHRA aims to conserve the desert elephants of Namibia, through practical and realistic anti-conflict solutions. Details >

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 Animal Sanctuary Helper
Life On Land
South Africa Thornhill, South Africa
Volunteer Int. Adventures

Animal Sanctuary Helper

Brilliant 4.8
(67)
Video Flex Option
455 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  16+ · Has Wifi

Volunteer at a sanctuary, offering hands-on care for exotic and indigenous animals that are in captivity and cannot be released back into the wild. Details >

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 Liberty Horsemanship Course at Stud
Life On Land
Namibia Dordabis, Namibia
Joseph's Dream Appaloosas

Liberty Horsemanship Course at Stud

Outstanding 5.0
(22)
Video Flex Option
784 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Surround yourself with the healing spirit of Joseph's Dream Stud! Learn our JD signature Horsemanship, with Liberty, TT, Bodywork & co to truly connect force free! 🐴 Details >

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