travel in africa
a continent of riotous colour & cultural depth
If you have chosen to spend your gap year in Africa, or even if you just want to volunteer in Africa, you’ve come to the right place! The birthplace of all mankind, Africa is bewitching continent of intense beauty, epic landscapes and fascinating tribes. Charismatic wildlife roam vast valley plains and white sand beaches fringe tropical turquoise waters. Tribal communities practice ancient customs little changed since the dawn of time. Africa lies at the root of humanity and still has the ability to return life to its often beautiful basics. Nothing can prepare you for this inspiring destination, with its welcoming peoples and impressive wildlife. We offer you the chance to catch a glimpse of this boundless continent, with projects ranging from adventure travel in Africa to wildlife conservation in Tanzania, from marine conservation in Madagascar to sports coaching in Africa.
Let the spirit of Africa bewitch you on your gap year or career break. Immerse yourself in the welcoming and magical culture, become a part of the local community on a teaching project in Africa. Volunteering is a unique way to spend your time abroad, and where better to travel than Africa? You can choose from getting paid work in Africa to doing marine conservation in Africa, where you can learn to scuba dive, or simply get stuck in with community development in Africa. You cannot fully appreciate the splendour and vibrancy of this continent until you immerse yourself in its daily life – try our journalism projects in Africa, or medical volunteering in Africa, and there is even the opportunity for missionary work in Africa.
This is travel in Africa with a difference, and something you will never forget!
Take a look at our Africa projects for your perfect life enhancing experience:
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Take an incredible journey of adventure through East Africa. Gaze at Mount Kilimanjaro, live among the Maasai people, and finish with a touch of paradise on Kenya’s magical beaches.
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Africa
Activity:
Adventure
Duration:
4 weeks
Project Code:
AAX
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Crystal clear waters host a wealth of marine habitats and wildlife, making this a perfect location to learn to scuba dive and explore this pristine and magical underwater world.
latest review ..."It has been an incredibly busy and successful start to the year on our Tanzania Marine project, b..."
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Africa
Activity:
Marine
Duration:
2 week +
Project Code:
TZM
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Teach in a rural school in one of the most extraordinary destinations on Earth. Provide vital basic skills, environmental education and get involved with a variety of activities.
latest review ..."This placement offers a uniquely deep understanding and appreciation of the culture. I have nothi..."
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Region:
Africa
Activity:
Teaching
Duration:
4 weeks +
Project Code:
MGT
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Dive in some of the least explored marine sites in the world, helping further the research and protection of these pristine ecosystems and work towards a sustainable environment in Madagascar.
latest review ..."Week 1 in Madagascar has consisted of a number of different and varied expriences, so much s..."
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Region:
Africa
Activity:
Marine
Duration:
2 weeks +
Project Code:
MGM
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An unforgettable teaching experience, a breathtaking trek through the prolific forests teeming with flora and fauna, and scuba diving in one of the best diving spots in the world!
latest review ..."I’ve had an amazing time at Manta camp getting to know the locals and teaching at the villa..."
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Region:
Africa
Activity:
Teaching
Duration:
28/42 days
Project Code:
MGA
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Monitor big game in the heart of one of Kenya's most stunning wildlife corridors. Experience dramatic landscapes, track enthralling wildlife and help local people conserve their precious resources.
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Region:
Africa
Activity:
Research
Duration:
2 weeks +
Project Code:
KEF
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Join us on a paradise island off Tanzania's coast. Snorkel dazzling coral reefs among a kaleidoscope of tropical fish, hop aboard a traditional sailing boat, and relax on white sandy beaches.
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Region:
Africa
Activity:
Community
Duration:
2 weeks +
Project Code:
TSS
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Explore the best of this seductive East African destination – dive in heavenly waters, appreciate the majesty of nature tracking native wildlife and teach in a rural school.
latest review ..."The journey to Mafia camp was an interesting, breath taking and wacky experience!
The plane w..."
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Region:
Africa
Activity:
Marine
Duration:
6 weeks
Project Code:
TZD
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Work with local communities in remote Tanzanian villages to improve livelihoods and conservation of important african wildlife and monitor threatened species in this rich mosaic of untouched habitat.
latest review ..."I arrived on camp a week ago from Dar es Salaam: a 10 hour bus journey, which passed by quickly d..."
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Region:
Africa
Activity:
Wildlife
Duration:
3 week +
Project Code:
TZS
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Change the lives of those around you for the better and leave a legacy that will last for decades to come on Mafia Island, a true tropical paradise.
latest review ..."After arriving at camp and wondering if I’d ever get used to it, it became like home within..."
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Region:
Africa
Activity:
Teaching
Duration:
4 week +
Project Code:
TZT
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