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by: African Impact

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Volunteering in Africa takes you one step further than the average tourist into the true character of this unique continent. To us, volunteering is a two-way thing. It’s not only about the hands-on help and skills that volunteers bring, but also about what this magnificent continent, its warm people, and amazing wildlife can give volunteers in return. African Impact is a multi-award-winning vol...

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Program Highlights

Learn about and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Africa.

Step out of your comfort zone and learn a local language or maybe a few phrases you can use while out and about.

Experience authentic local life and see a side of Africa that regular tourists don’t get to see.

Volunteer or intern in areas where help is most needed, ensuring that you’re truly making an impact on the lives of people.

Dive into an unforgettable experience, with the combination of placements on weekdays and adventure trips in your free time.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Maasai Mara, Kenya
  • Mozambique
  • Cape Town, South Africa
  • Zanzibar, Tanzania
  • Livingstone, Zambia
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Availability
Year(s) Offered2024, 2025Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Conservation
  • Education
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Guidelines:
  • American
  • Argentinian
  • Asian
  • Australian
  • Austrian
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Recognitions

Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.23

Total Reviews

38
8

I got a very welcoming and good help from the project manager Sara from Sweden. We did amazing job with the schools, lions, nature and had a lot of disposed things to do after the working days were over. The Zambian staff how worked there where very helpfull and kind to me. I get very good info and response of all the questions I had. I never get bored a single day. There was a lot of new experiences and adventure every day. I am really happy that I come there and good memories for rest...

Short but sweet

by: abermudez12 - United StatesProgram: Internships and Volunteer Programs in Africa
10

Being at Dumela for just 2 weeks when the volunteerships are created for longer stays, I obviously didn't get the full experience. That being said I had an amazing time, staff are great and helpful. was great, lodge comfortable

Incredible experience

by: luke - United KingdomProgram: Internships and Volunteer Programs in Africa
10

I had a fantastic experience, there wasn't anything that the staff didn't want to help with and the guides were amazing at their job. I feel that with a few simple changes the experience would be even better. Improve lounge area to make a better social and comfort area. Base alcohol consumption on age.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Maasai Mara , Kenya
  • Mozambique
  • Cape Town , South Africa
  • Zanzibar , Tanzania

Types & Subjects

  • Administrative
  • Animal Sciences
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biology

Availability

Years Offered: 2024, 2025

Intern Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 1-3 Months
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • Argentinian
  • Asian
  • Australian

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accomodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Resume

Frequently Asked Questions

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