South Africa is every bit as colorful as its flag promises. This country combines natural beauty and diverse culture with volunteering opportunities in areas such as education, health, and wildlife conservation. Travelling and volunteering abroad in South Africa will almost definitely allow you to check items off your bucket list. Adventure excursions might include bungee jumping, standing on top of Table Mountain in Cape Town, or even hearing a lion roar. While ratcheting up your .... Read more

Volunteer in South Africa

If you are passionate about wild animals and want to make a difference in their lives, then volunteer at the African Wildlife Ranch! Help their incredible staff with conservation efforts and experience close encounters with a range of fascinating creatures.

Live among some of Africa’s spectacular wildlife while working on a team expedition to complete projects that better life in the sanctuary. See the immediate benefits of your volunteer work while getting up close and personal with the zebras, cheetahs, elephants, and many more animals that have found a haven at the sanctuary.

Spend your days working with Africa’s beautiful big cats and learn all about the conservation efforts that are being put into place to protect and rehabilitate these beautiful creatures that were rescued from captivity. The sanctuary is also a haven for animals that cannot be released into the wild, because of their captive upbringing.

Volunteers considering a career in veterinary science will have an ideal experience at this hands-on internship working with and learning about wildlife, livestock, and domestic animals.

Volunteer at a surf and adventure club for children from disadvantaged areas in Cape Town. Be part of an opportunity for children to learn life lessons and stay off the streets. Volunteers receive surfing lessons during the school day and help teach the kids after school.