Volunteer Abroad Programs Since 1997

South Africa

South Africa has understandably become known as one the most popular destinations for safari expeditions, but beyond unrivalled wildlife experiences, this country is the ideal location for all kinds of outdoor and adventure enthusiasts. Prepare to be blown away by this amazing country.

Timeline

  • Tue, 2001-05-01
    First volunteers arrive on Karongwe
  • Sun, 2006-10-01
    Expansion to Venetia
  • Sat, 2009-08-01
    Launch of 1st Cape Town Projects
  • Sun, 2009-11-01
    South Africa Government acknowledges GVI
  • Fri, 2010-01-01
    Launch of GVI’s 1st Sports Program
  • Sat, 2010-05-01
    Further journal publications
  • Sat, 2011-01-01
    Launch of GVI’s 1st Surfing Program
  • Tue, 2011-03-01
    Hope Edu-care Centre founded in Fish Hoek
  • Fri, 2011-04-01
    Launch of GVI’s 1st Medical Program
  • Sun, 2011-05-01
    Formal Launch for Mama’s Kitchen
  • Sun, 2012-01-01
    Assist with local eco-club
  • Sun, 2013-12-01
    Medical Project covers whole Community
Cape Town
Limpopo Province

Featured Programs in South Africa

 

Field Guide Course
South Africa Course on Safari Field Guiding

Take six months to train in the African bush to then have the option to work full time on a game reserve

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South Africa Expedition on Wildlife Research

Research and assist in the conservation of South Africa’s most impressive wildlife

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South Africa Volunteer Project on Childcare

Provide aid to orphans and disadvantaged children in Cape Town townships

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South Africa Volunteer Construction

Assist with construction projects throughout community townships around Cape Town

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South Africa Sports and Surfing Project

Ride some waves with the excitable children of Cape Town

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South Africa Volunteer Project on Healthcare

Help run educational workshops on primary healthcare in Cape Town’s townships

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South Africa Volunteer Project on Teaching Sports

Teach children sports in a township school near Cape Town

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South Africa Long Term Teaching

Improve children’s literacy, basic English and numeracy in a township school just outside Cape Town

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South Africa Volunteer Teaching Project

Teach children literacy and numeracy in one-on-one sessions in a townships outside of Cape Town

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South Africa Internship on Community Development

Engage in Cape Town’s township’s educational programs while gaining valuable experience on a work placement

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South Africa Ranger and Wildlife Course

Join a 28-day course to experience and learn about African wildlife in Kruger National Park

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South Africa Internship in Wildlife Conservation

Get up close and personal with big game on our wildlife conservation internship in South Africa

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South Africa Volunteer Vervet Monkey Conservation

Join this hands-on project to rehabilitate, study, and conserve an African primate

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South Africa National Parks Internship on Wildlife Conservation

Gain valuable skills and play a vital role in conserving South African national park wildlife

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News From South Africa

Another Twenty Two Weeks to Go

...a melting pot of cultures and backgrounds and ages

Athletics Sports Cape Town South Africa
Fun at the Races

They love to run!

Media Stream

  • Heading Out to Surf
  • Ready to Go
  • Cape Town Township
  • Cape of Good Hope
  • View from Table Mountain
  • Explore South Africa
  • Girls Enjoying their Free Time
  • Explore South Africa
  • Water Kayaking During Time Off
  • Make a Difference
  • Change Your World
  • View of Cape Town
  • View from Robben Island
  • Sunset
  • Blyde River Canyon
  • Elephants
  • Beautiful South Africa
  • Table Mountain Landscape
  • Namaqua National Park
  • Experience Beautiful Scenery
  • Have the Experience of a Lifetime
  • AFRICA
  • Elephant Herd