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Hello everybody,
Our backpackers is located in the beautiful Northern Drakensberg of KZN South Africa. We have a myriad activities for you to get involved in relating to the backpackers lodge.
Veggie gardening, painting... you name it
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
South Africa is a country that represents a large variety of different people. Our backpackers is deep in a traditional Zulu area where poverty is a major issue. By working at the lodge people from the first world often leave with a greater sense of what they ACTUALLY have, not only in terms of material wealth but also in terms of education, health and security.
Help
Depending on how long you are going to stay with us there is a variety of volunteer help for you mainly helping with gardening, computer admin and especially upgrading our music equipment for the Easter Festival
Languages spoken
English: Intermediate
Accommodation
Safari Tent with Bedding/ Dorm/ Camping on your own if you like
What else ...
During your free time or days off you can:
- explore the nearby Royal Natal National Park
- trips into neighbouring Lesotho for a few days.
- join the guided tours to Sentinel Peak (Tugela Falls)/ Cathedral Peak
- horse riding/ hot air ballooning/ mountain biking
- Pool Table/ Table Tennis/ Bouldering Wall/ Jacuzzi/ Sauna/ Reading/ Relaxing
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have great spaces to sit and work - wifi in all the main areas
Space for parking camper vans
we have ample space for campervans and camping
Can possibly accept pets
any pets
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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The scenery and surrounding hikes were magical. Would highly recommend the tugela gorge hike :)
The dam is also a lovely spot to chill and watch the breathtaking sunset.
The staff made us feel very welcome , a special shoutout to Chengi, Thulile and Muzi for taking care of us and always having… read more
beautiful location with gorgeous… read more
Hannah was great fun to have around with many skills to share. She got stuck in and made a big difference in the place. Would definitely recommend her for any team
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The scenery and surrounding hikes were magical. Would highly recommend the tugela gorge hike :)
The dam is also a lovely spot to chill and watch the breathtaking sunset.
The staff made us feel very welcome , a special shoutout to Chengi, Thulile and Muzi for taking care of us and always having… read more
beautiful location with gorgeous… read more
Hannah was great fun to have around with many skills to share. She got stuck in and made a big difference in the place. Would definitely recommend her for any team
They were super flexible and welcoming ❤️
Kay, Connor, Marcus and everyone else makes your feel part of the team right away
My tasks where a mix between painting (lots 😂), admin work and helping at dinner, they guide you step by step and they are really clear on what do they want and expect from the day to day… read more
