Help at our eco-friendly backpackers hostel in rural Transkei, South Africa

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 1 month

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  • Description

    Description

    It is a developing, eco friendly backpackers in rural Transkei. We can accomodate 35-40 people. We are working on re-establishing our large vegetable garden, and many exciting projects lined up. We have a small restaurant and bar area with the most awesome sea and river views from the deck. On offer in and around Tshani village is yoga, sports massage, surf lessons, fishing charters, Kayaking, Wild hikes and cultural walks and activities

    Our location is about 300m as the crow flies and 900m walk to the stunning beach, awesome surf (WORLD CLASS WAVES) and great fishing. Kayaking up the river, as well as hiking, is a must and will be arranged for volunteers.

    This is the perfect place to relax, learn and explore. We focus on a very sustainable and community based way of life. We are totally immersed in the heart of the community, so a rural and authentic African experience is guaranteed.

    We ask all our guests and volunteers to please be vigilant and aware of our surroundings when travelling on the roads in the Transkei. There have recently been a wave of crimes taking place in tourism hotpots and on or near bridges heading toward the coast.

    However here and Mdumbi Village, the danger is considerably lower, as the villagers are protective over their guests.

    We understand if you wish to postpone your adventure until a later date once the matter has been resolved

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Hospitality/Tourism
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Travellers will be immersed in a rural Xhosa village; a cultural experience like no other. Volunteers will be exposed to language, traditional cooking, music and way of life. There are many life lessons to learn, as well as a new perspectives to gain. We have a fun and family atmosphere here and within very little time Workawayers will feel part of the community - part of the real South African experience.

  • Help

    Help

    Check in guest and introduce them to the lodge and surrounding areas
    Hosting
    Maintenance
    Building and renovating
    Vegetable patches and gardens
    Dogs and cats
    English language teaching

  • Languages spoken

    Afrikaans: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    Xhosa: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Dorm accommodation separate from guests, We will supply 3 meals per day, breakfast, lunch and dinner.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We request 5 hours 5 days a week from each volunteer, when not working, there is loads to do for the outdoors enthusiasts - hiking, fishing, kayaking, surfing, beaches, snorkeling, whale watching, caves, rock jumps and more. Otherwise just kick back and relax - interact with locals, take some alone time. We want you to have the best experience and your time off is very important. We'll support and help with anything Workawayers would want to do.

    There is a daily bus to the city that return in the evening again.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have a couple of level areas to park and setup camp

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    We are pet friendly, we have 4 dogs, 5 Cats. You will need to bring your pets food with you.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 277129344283

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