Everything you need to know about our rewarding range of ethical volunteer projects in South Africa. You can focus on one project, or combine any number of projects to create an experience that’s right for you.
Marine Conservation: Sharks - Whales - Penguins
Work closely with a team of marine conservationists
and biologists while experiencing a wide range of South African marine life including rehabilitating African Penguins. As a marine VOLUNTEER or INTERN, you will also enjoy shark cage-diving, ecotours and whale-watching.
Oceans Research Program
This Marine Biology Field Research program enables aspiring scientists and conservationists to work in conjunction with leading marine biologists as they undertake groundbreaking research on the marine fauna of southern Africa, including great white sharks. Join this world class marine program as a research volunteer / intern while there's space available.
Wildlife Conservation Projects
Big Cat Sanctuary
Ethical volunteering with lions, tigers and leopard at this environmentally friendly sanctuary for captive bred predators near Cape Town.
Garden Route Big Cats
This Big Cats sanctuary, which is a rescue center for captive bred animals (mainly lions), provides volunteers with a complete all round experience of caring for the rescued animals whilst also learning about the indigenous fauna and flora in this beautiful reserve, situated in the Eastern Cape province.
Kruger African Wildlife Safari
If you want to see 'really wild' African wildlife in their natural habitat, we highly recommend that you include this 4-day Kruger Wildlife Safari during your stay. This is a great way to start or finish your volunteering adventure in South Africa!
Kruger Eco Conservation Project
The Kruger Eco Conservation Programs resources important ecological and conservation projects within
protected conservation areas.
Volunteers participate in managing these important ecological and conservation projects.
Greater Kruger Conservation Project
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.
Childcare and Community Projects
Baps Children's Home
Join CNN Hero 'Mama Rosie' at this award-winning project near Cape Town and assist the care workers with childcare, developmental play, preparing food, fun activities and many other tasks.
Cape Town Safe Home for Girls (Homestay)
Inspire young minds through mentoring, play and homework support at this very special home for girls near Cape Town. Make a difference
Homeless Feeding Programme in Cape Town
Join this rewarding community project in Cape Town and help to provide essential meals for the homeless as well as assist underprivileged children at the informal after-school programme.
Masi Children's Home
Join a well-structured volunteer programme at this beautiful children's home near Cape Town, and assist with child care, developmental play, preparing food, feeding, fun activities and a wide range of other tasks.
Marine Conservation: Sharks - Whales - Penguins
Work closely with a team of marine conservationists
and biologists while experiencing a wide range of South African marine life including rehabilitating African Penguins. As a marine VOLUNTEER or INTERN, you will also enjoy shark cage-diving, ecotours and whale-watching.
Oceans Research Program
This Marine Biology Field Research program enables aspiring scientists and conservationists to work in conjunction with leading marine biologists as they undertake groundbreaking research on the marine fauna of southern Africa, including great white sharks. Join this world class marine program as a research volunteer / intern while there's space available.
Via Ventures - Tours
Kruger African Wildlife Safari
If you want to see 'really wild' African wildlife in their natural habitat, we highly recommend that you include this 4-day Kruger Wildlife Safari during your stay. This is a great way to start or finish your volunteering adventure in South Africa!
Surf Week in Cape Town
Join us for an amazing week in Cape Town with four 2-hour surf lessons suitable for absolute beginners and beyond. You'll also have time to explore and take in some of the many activities available in and around the city!
