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Discover the ultimate South African adventure with a volunteer twist on a stunning Cape Town & Garden Route journey. Immerse yourself in Cape Town's vibrant culture, explore breathtaking landscapes, and make a difference through wildlife conservation projects. Highlights include Big Five safaris, the Garden Route's scenic beauty, and hands-on community projects. Perfect for those seeking meaningful travel experiences combining adventure, nature, and voluntourism in South Africa's most iconic destinations. Make memories while contributing to local communities!
Trip Type:Independent
Flexible solo travel with pre-planned routes and local activities.
Travel Theme:Culture & Heritage
Uncover the stories and traditions that shape each destination.
Travel Styles: Volunteer/Community · Adventure.
Things you will do

Itinerary
Day 1: Cape Town, South Africa
On arrival in Cape Town Airport you will be transferred to your accommodation. Enjoy a delicious traditional South African BBQ in the evening.Day 2: Cape Town, South Africa
Go on a walking tour of Cape Town. In the evening head back on the local bus to Table View where you can join the staff, guests and the locals at one of the restaurants or bars along the beachfront.Day 3: Cape Town, South Africa
Start volunteering today. You will spend the next days helping in the settlements with disadvantaged children who come from extreme poverty.Day 4: Cape Town, South Africa
Volunteer ProgramDay 5: Cape Town, South Africa
Volunteer ProgramDay 6: Cape Town, South Africa
Volunteer ProgramDay 7: Cape Town, South Africa
Volunteer ProgramDay 8: Cape Town, South Africa
You can spend the day relaxing on the beach or go on an adventure like shark-cage diving, skydiving or sand boarding.Day 9: Cape Town, South Africa
Another free day is available to do things at your own pace.Day 10: Cape Town - Sedgefield, South Africa
Today, go canoeing in Wilderness National Park, spot wildlife and settle at Sedgefield.Day 11: Sedgefield - Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
Travel to Knysna and visit Tsitsikamma national park. End the the day in Jeffreys Bay.Day 12: Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
Go on a game drive in Addo Elephant national park. Afterwards, go for a surf or just chill out in Jeffreys Bay.Day 13: Jeffreys Bay - Oudtshoorn, South Africa
Today you will visit an ostrich farm and the Cango Caves en route to Oudtshoorn.Day 14: Oudtshoorn - Cape Town, South Africa
Spend the morning strolling with rescued elephants (optional) before heading back to Cape Town along the scenic Route 62.What's Included
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★4.71 (21 reviews)

Terrible experience BE ADVISED
This was a two part holiday booked Via Tour Radder. The commutation was poor we had no details of the foundation we were volunteering for no idea of where we were staying just advi...
Hello Kellie, Thank you for your detailed feedback on your recent holiday booked through us. We’re terribly sorry to hear about the issues during the volunteering segment of your ...
Kudos to Bamba Travel for a Perfectly Organized Experience
Exploring Cape Town and the Garden Route was a dream come true! The community projects and wildlife conservation work were deeply rewarding. Kudos to Bamba Travel for impeccable or...
Epic British Voyage: Nature, Comfort, and Enrichment
What an incredible adventure! As a Brit, I've been on many trips, but this one stood out. The guides were knowledgeable, and the wildlife conservation projects were immensely rewar...
Guided Safari Bliss and Meaningful Projects
From breathtaking safaris to hands-on community projects, the Cape Town & Garden Route Voluntour was a transformative experience. A special shout-out to our amazing guides who ...
Dream Come True Voluntour Bliss
Exploring South Africa with Bamba Travel was a dream come true! The Cape Town & Garden Route Voluntour trip gave me a perfect blend of adventure, community work, and rich cultu...
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