Volunteering -  Community Projects in South Africa

This placement would suit:

Since you will be working with children, you need to be an outgoing and enthusiastic person with a great sense of humour and a genuine care and concern for children

This placement would suit:

Anyone keen on immersing themselves in South African culture and helping disabled or under privileged children.

No qualifications needed, just a big heart and a desire to provide care and support. Anyone who is qualified however will be well utilised!

Cost details:

You can extend this project from just £55 per week!

Duration details:

You can extend this project week by week as you wish.

This placement would suit:

Anyone with an interest in helping the local community. WWISA uses the skills you already have to benefit those you are trying to help. So whether you're a qualified teacher, architect, farmer, or if you simply have a love of sports or a desire to help, you will be of infinite use!

Cost details:

All our rates include your return transfer and pick up from airport, all accommodation for the duration of your placement, all meals and placement activities. We are a fully bonded agent through IATA; in conjunction with South Africa Airways we can offer some fantastic rates on international airfare.

Duration details:

WWISA have very flexible dates that run throughout the year and they can accommodate most dates and time periods!

This placement would suit:

Volunteers seeking medical experience in a rural African setting, with the chance to alleviate some of the negative effects of poverty on the community health system. Also enjoy exploring the wonders of one of Africa's most breathtaking cities.

This placement would suit:

People who want to make a real difference, want first-hand experience of real South African culture and who have initiative. You can also do lots of other activities while you're there. No qualifications or previous experience are necessary, just a good dose of enthusiasm and a caring nature!

Cost details:

When you're on your placement, if you'd like to extend your time, you can do so at a cost of £110 per additional week.

Duration details:

This placement can be extended for any length of time (many of our volunteers do!), subject to availability and any visa restrictions that may apply.

This placement would suit:

• People who want a worthwhile volunteering experience overseas with an established not-for-profit company
• People who want to become fully immersed in African culture and have the reassurance of personal support both before and during their trip
• People who are interested in raising awareness of HIV/AIDS in African communities and helping those affected by the disease.

This placement would suit:

Duration details:

This placement would suit:

There are no specific skills required to participate on this programme, however, qualifications or experience in any of the following areas is beneficial: Teaching - Medical industry - Youth Work - Arts & Crafts. The greatest attribute you can posses is flexibility and a willingness to get involved.

This placement would suit:

• People who want a worthwhile volunteering experience overseas with an established not-for-profit company
• People who want to become fully immersed in African culture
• People who want the reassurance of personal support both before and during their trip.

This placement would suit:

those who want to make a long lasting difference to the orphaned children of Malawi. Quest support their projects like no one else and select volunteers carefully so that they get the most out of their experience. Working with kids and building is hard work, you have been warned!

Duration details:

Spend 6 weeks working and living alongside the rural community of Pensulo. Work with orphaned children and then experience an incredible 6 week expedition from Malawi to Durban.

This placement would suit:

individuals who are open minded, resilient, self starters who are culturally sensitive and mature in attitude.

Cost details:

Medical costs such as inoculations and examinations.

This placement would suit:

Young energetic people wanting to combine learning to surf in order to qualify as globally recognised surf instructors and surf lifesavers whilst travelling around the South African coastline getting involved in a range of ttride sponsored development projects in local townships.

Duration details:

13 weeks with TTRide 4x4 Mozambique Surfari bolt on

This placement would suit:

those who want to make a long lasting difference to the children of Tanzania and become truly involved in the community. Quest support their projects like no one else and select volunteers carefully so that they get the most out of their experience.

Duration details:

Spend 6 weeks on the project building classrooms, working on the school farm, organising sports days and more before heading off on an incredible 6 week expedition.

This placement would suit:

Someone who is interested in a wide range of experiences, from care with vulnerable children, to rural agriculture, to community development, and even possibly taking some training courses during the project.

Cost details:

Costs vary depending on how long you want to stay for. Prices start from £795 for 2 weeks and include food and accommodation, 24/7 support and backup before you go and throughout your placement, as well as meeting you at the nearest airport. When you're on your placement, if you'd like to extend your time, you can do so at £110 per additional week.

Duration details:

This placement can be extended for any length of time (many of our volunteers do!), subject to availability and any visa restrictions that may apply.

This placement would suit:

A project for those keen to work hard and make a lasting difference to the wildlife and communities of Swaziland. Quest support their projects like no one else and select volunteers carefully. If you're looking for a truly worthwhile gap year then look no further, Quest don't offer holidays or voluntourism.

Duration details:

After 6 weeks hard work on a challenging conservation and community project, experience the very best Southern Africa has to offer on an incredible 6 week expedition.