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30 Mar 2026
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Description
Our space is a hidden forest sanctuary along the Garden Route, a family run business that offers a cozy home to many travellers . We have a large variety of guests who pass by, from families to young solo travellers, and most of their favourite part is the volunteers who welcome them and make them feel part of the family. The space has lots to offer, from daily yoga classes, forest walks, pool vibes and a beautiful beach and lagoon just down the road in Nature's Valley. Volunteers often end up staying much longer than planned because they love it so much.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
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
Interests
LGBTQ
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Events & social
Culture
Plant care
Languages
Gardening
Art & design
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Nature
Camping
Beach
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in all the roles listed above.
You’ll meet travellers from all over the world, share local meals, and experience South African music and culture.
We have forest walks and a pool on site but just a short 10 minute drive away to Nature's valley is a beautiful beach and lagoon with a few different hikes and kayaking opportunities. 5 minute drive or 20 minute walk away is a lovely farmstall with a cafe and lots of fresh veg and home baked goods. 20 minute drive away, you will reach Plettenberg bay, a town with lots of shops, beaches, cafes and hikes. A few volunteers have cars so volunteers often carpool to go places, but shuttles are also available.
Help
We like to shift volunteers where they are the most comfortable and in roles they would enjoy, we have a wide range of tasks you could get involved in including:
Welcome and host guests, give tours of the grounds
Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere
Beautify and maintain communal spaces
Do room checks to ensure everyone’s stay is comfortable
Clear hiking trails and pathways
Remove invasive/alien plant species
Help with general maintenance & DIY (wood chopping, gutter clearing, drainage upkeep)
Tend to the veggie and herb gardens
Keep outdoor spaces beautiful and inviting
Host mini-events and pop-ups (games, crafts, karaoke, quiz nights)
Lead or co-host yoga, breath work, meditation, or other workshops
Liaise with musicians/artists and help set up events
Plan a weekly schedule of activities to make guests’ stays memorable
Help cook meals for the volunteer team
Languages
Languages spoken
Afrikaans: Fluent
English: Fluent
Xhosa: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
We have a few volunteers who speak different languages, including Xhosa and Afrikaans, we would also be very excited to learn your language.
Accommodation
Each volunteer gets their own private glamping tent (canvas tent with a bed in it) if you prefer a more private nature experience, or a bed in a mixed dorm if you would prefer a more social experience.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Jasper
Banzi
Garfield
Ginger snap aka Sassy
Leo aka Squeaky
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The place is in every sense a hidden gem.
The team and the owner family are very special.
He went out of his way to assist wherever he could and took his responsibilities seriously. It was a great energy exchange and we wish him all the best :-)
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The place is in every sense a hidden gem.
The team and the owner family are very special.
He went out of his way to assist wherever he could and took his responsibilities seriously. It was a great energy exchange and we wish him all the best :-)
