“Family” projects are suitable for children aged 4 and up. Our advisors will provide personalized recommendations based on your children’s age, the destination, and the type of mission.
This humanitarian project in Africa will allow you to experience the best of Southern Africa: its wildlife, beaches, and above all, its culture. You will have the opportunity to discover incredible wildlife and visit beautiful tropical islands. But above all, you will participate in an impactful volunteer projects.
This mission begins in South Africa, where you will embark on a 5-day safari in the famous Kruger National Park, home to many animal species.
In the second part, you will head to Eswatini to participate in a 2-week volunteer mission (construction or sports).
The program continues in Mozambique, where you can enjoy activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, or visiting the most beautiful islands and beaches of the Indian Ocean.
At the end of your program, you will return to Johannesburg for your return flight. It is also possible to extend your volunteer project by 2 to 4 weeks in Eswatini.
Departure on the first Monday of the month
Duration in weeks | Total mission budget |
|---|---|
4 weeks | 2927 € |
5 weeks | 3207 € |
6 weeks | 3486 € |
7 weeks | 3766 € |
8 weeks | 3898 € |
9 weeks | 4155 € |
10 weeks | 4413 € |
11 weeks | 4671 € |
12 weeks | 4928 € |
During your stay, you will be accommodated in various lodges. You will be offered three meals a day, some self-service and others cooked for you.
– Education and childcare: helping teachers in our partner schools for vulnerable children (for 6- or 8-week projects only)
– Construction: maintenance work, gardening and building new classrooms and structures for partner schools.
– Sports program: organize sports activities with the children such as swimming, dance and other games.
You can also add any of the following to the adventure of a lifetime before or on arrival:
– Internationally recognized PADI diving course (replaces the Mozambique activity week). Additional 300 euros.
To participate in this project, you must be 18 years old. Children aged 4 to 18 are accepted if accompanied by their parents, and are physically and mentally capable of actively participating in the activities.
– Information required: full name, age, gender, nationality, medical history, allergies, diet (if applicable), an extract from the criminal record.
-Visas: French nationals in Eswatini and South Africa are exempt from visa requirements for short-term tourist stays (less than 90 days). Visas for Mozambique will be prepared on arrival in Eswatini with the help of the coordinators. Volunteers will need to bring two passport photos and the cost of the visa is ZAR 1200.00.
-Volunteers will need to bring a sleeping bag for their program.
For any international project, Freepackers requires travel insurance covering accidents, illness and repatriation, including civil liability for professional activities abroad.
For full protection while studying or interning abroad, you can take out Cap Student insurance online via this link Student insurance abroad | Chapka Assurances, which gives you a 5% discount.
If you choose another insurance provider, we will ask you to send us a copy of your insurance certificate in English.
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The ideal length for a humanitarian trip or an internship in South Africa is between 2 and 12 weeks. The minimum duration is 2 weeks, and for visa reasons it is difficult to extend volunteer missions beyond 12 weeks in South Africa.
For gap years, internships, or long-term volunteering beyond 12 weeks, it is absolutely possible to combine a project in South Africa with a project in Namibia or Botswana, as transport options between these countries are numerous and convenient.
All projects are very safe, and you will benefit from ongoing support from a local team available 24/7 on the projects.
However, all volunteers are briefed upon arrival in South Africa about risks and safety, especially in urban and tourist areas. It is strongly recommended to follow the local organizations’ guidelines to ensure the mission runs smoothly.
Although specific requirements may vary depending on the organization or the project, certain qualifications and skills are generally needed for volunteers.
First, a good command of English is essential, as it is the main language used in most programs.
In addition, volunteers should have strong communication and interpersonal skills in order to interact effectively with the local population and with other volunteers from diverse backgrounds.
Volunteers must also have a valid passport and travel insurance.
Yes—taking part in several humanitarian missions is even encouraged as part of internships, gap years, or long-term volunteering! Here is an example of a 12-week itinerary combining community and environmental engagement in South Africa:
Weeks 1 to 4:
Hoedspruit Nature Reserve – Big 5 Conservation
Weeks 5 to 7:
Gansbaai – Marine protection & shark conservation
Weeks 8 to 10:
Cape Town – Education project and community engagement
Weeks 11 to 12:
Cape Town or a local environmental project – Impact project combining environment and community
A complete and well-balanced experience Immersion in several environments Environmental and social impact Ideal for a gap year, a year off, or a personal project Strong added value for your CV and university applications
This program is offered as a 12-week itinerary, but it can be adapted to your availability (minimum 2 weeks per project).
