Join a dedicated team of conservationists, encounter a wide variety of
African wildlife and assist with ongoing research projects within the
Greater Kruger National Park.
Enjoy shark cage-diving, ecotours and whale-watching, rehabilitating
African Penguins and experience a wide range of South African marine life.
Volunteer at an ethical and environmentally friendly rescue center
for lions, tigers and leopards near Cape Town.
Help to rehabilitate endangered African Penguins and other marine bird species
at a world leading rehab centre near Cape Town.
Check out the best range of volunteer projects in South Africa and a selection of great courses and tours to add to your adventure.
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Ethical volunteering in South Africa is a life changing experience, and one that many volunteers return to again and again. The hardest part is deciding what you would like to do!
You can focus on one project, or combine any number of projects to create an experience that’s right for you.
Each project page includes details about what's included, accommodation, volunteering hours, available dates and volunteer fees. You will also find links to project photos.
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Contact our experienced team to start planning your ethical volunteering adventure.
Via Volunteers
137 3rd Avenue
Rondebosch East
Cape Town
7780
South Africa