Important information about visiting: South Africa
If you are not a South African Citizen and planning to visit South African to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA. To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.
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My husband and i live in a rural area in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, in Twee Riviere, Langkloof Valley. The Langkloof region is one of the largest deciduous fruit growing regions in SA. We are surrounded by apple and pear orchards, where the ......
We have availability for volunteers for our next school term beginning mid January. If helping young children learn to read sounds like something you'd be interested in then we'd be interested in hosting you.
Our education centre is based in a ......
Due to the remoteness of the farm we only take couples or friends travelling together, unless you are older, skilled and experienced and wont mind staying remotely on your own
Our farm is a wonderful example of eco-friendly living. We have abundant ......
We're a fun family of four, with two adventurous adult sons (one has just returned from a workaway in Asia!). When we're not busy with our day jobs, we manage a cosy little accommodation in Cape Town's lush, leafy suburbs. Our awesome team of char ......
I have completed a cob home and need someone to help with the finishes. We'll be doing it together. I am based in the Eco Village which forms part of the Sustainability Institute, thus you will have the opportunity to learn a bit more about ......
Welcome to our coastal escape along the beautiful Dolphin Coast of KwaZulu-Natal. We manage a curated collection of beach homes and self-catering accommodation, with a focus on comfort, tranquillity and exceptional guest experiences. Our days are ......
UPDATE ON 7TH JANUARY 2026. PLEASE NOTE WE ARE EXPERIENCING VERY HOT WEATHER. EVERY DAY IS IN UPPER 30 DEGREES CELCIUS. THIS IS LIKELY TO CONTINUE THROUGH THE REST OF THIS MONTH AND THROUGH FEBRUARY.
Our Farm Animal Sanctuary is based on a private ......
Hey there, we are a family of four Danna, Greg, Robin (9) and Sam (5). We have two dogs (Toby and Luna) and about 33 chickens. Simon (from Malawi) stays on the farm with us and he works Monday to Friday on the farm as the groundsman and general ......
I am English, I grew up in France and lived 15 years in Spain. I have been living in South Africa for 15 years.
I have open minded and open hearted children of 12 and 15 years old, a boy and a girl. My name is Joanna.
I am deeply curious single ......
We are a roots plant based off grid family.situated right on the edge
Currently a single mother running the land
Seeking support with home schooling and gardens
Looking for warrior spirits who want to work and love close to nature
My hearts work ......
My name is Thongo, I am a mother with twin girls and a 4 year old daughter. I've been living in Pondoland for 6 years. The dream of my own land has finally become a reality and during the last 3 years, I have slowly been clearing and building what ......
We are a married couple, Daniel (Danie) and Suzanne, living and farming in the Northern part of South Africa, known as the Kalahari. We have recently changed our farming methods, and instead of goats we are now cattle farmers implementing ......
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This is a 21 room guest house and pub, in the town of Addo. Addo village is close to the world renowned Addo Elephant National Park.
The guest house is situated on the the Main Road of Addo and is easily accessible. The local ......
Clifford is an architect and TV producer and also runs an NGO that supports interventions in public schools and his wife Erica is a public interest lawyer and author. We have recently relocated from Johannesburg to live on a small non-productive ......
Volunteer Opportunity: Homeschool Teacher and Au Pair (Born Again Christian)
We're seeking a compassionate and experienced volunteer to join our family as a homeschool teacher and au pair for our 7-year-old daughter. As a native English speaker ......
Our small, family-run farm is tucked away below the Olifant’s River Mountains in Porterville, a picturesque farming town surrounded by waterfalls, hiking spots, flower fields and big open skies. We grow pomegranates, citrus, herbs, and seasonal ......
We are an off-grid eco-backpackers and working Permaculture Farm. We practice wise waste management with none of our waste going to landfills. Our buildings are all made using natural building techniques such as wattle and daub, cob and wooden ......
We have a lively Hotel and Market located in Sea Point, Cape Town straigh at the sea and in the middle of this beautiful city. We prefer Workaways with long stays of a least 1 month to have enough time to get to know our team and ......
Hi everyone :)
My name is Miri and I am the very happy owner of a kitesurfing lodge in Cape Town. I am looking for 2 volunteers who would like to stay 2-6 months in high season, and a November volunteer (1 month) to help with murals or web ......
Hello dear traveller,
My name is David, I am 41 years old, from Germany.
I am starting a community farmhostel in the beautiful Hermitage Valley in Swellendam.
The farm is situated on 5 hectares of fertile land. On the land is a beautiful river ......