African Impact
Providing life-changing volunteering and internship programs since 2004
We are leaders in volunteer travel, helping to create lasting change
Since 2004, African Impact have delivered life changing and responsible volunteer and internship programs across Africa. Come join our dedicated teams and experience projects developed and grown hand-in-hand with local communities.
Popular Projects

Greater Kruger Area, South Africa
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Impact: Wildlife Conservation
Join African Impact’s most popular volunteer project, the African Big 5 Wildlife Conservation project, in the Greater Kruger Area, and assist our expert field guides and research team in various
$3,555 – $8,555

Zanzibar
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Impact: Marine Conservation
Live the tropical island dream whilst helping conduct dolphin research and carrying out coral reef surveys – a chance to make a lasting impact on the survival of a fragile
$2,735 – $7,200

Livingstone, Zambia
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Impact: Teaching
One of African Impact’s first ever volunteer projects which we began in 2006 was our teaching volunteer program in Livingstone, Zambia.
$1,775 – $4,695

Zanzibar
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Impact: Teaching
Live the tropical island dream while teaching children at local schools, teaching adult English classes, and use your skills to contribute to community development in Zanzibar.
$2,255 – $5,615

Cape Town, South Africa
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Impact: Childcare
As a volunteer on our Early Childhood Development project, you will work in Cape Town’s townships, educating and caring for children.
$1,850 – $5,150

Livingstone, Zambia
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Impact: Sports Development
Put your passion for sports, fitness, wellness, and nutrition to great use as you educate and train school students in the villages of Livingstone, Zambia. With physical education not in the
$1,775 – $4,695

Greater Kruger Area, South Africa
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Impact: Wildlife Conservation
Guided and tutored by a professional photographer, gain practical experience in wildlife photography while contributing to the conservation of South Africa’s wildlife.
$5,030 – $9,030

Livingstone, Zambia
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Impact: Healthcare
Whether you’re a pre-med student, qualified professional or someone interested in healthcare, join this meaningful volunteer program in the heart of Zambia, a community where medical resources are scarce and
$1,775 – $4,695

Livingstone, Zambia
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Impact: Environmental Sustainability
Join our Award-winning environmental conservation volunteer program in Zambia! Volunteers assist with sustainable building using EcoBricks, upcycling initiatives, direct clean-up action, and awareness workshops in the Livingstone community.
$1,775 – $4,695

Livingstone, Zambia
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Impact: Teaching
Although Christmas should be a time of family and joy, for many people it is a time of sorrow and despair as they yearn for lost loved ones or struggle
$1,775 – $4,695
Volunteer Destinations

11 Program(s) in
Zambia
What is Zambia famous for? Many things, a long list in fact. But there are two interesting facts about Zambia, that maybe you didn’t know before. One third of the country is made up of national parks, and it’s home to the co-shared Victoria Falls, which borders Zimbabwe and holds everything that there is to love about raw and untamed Africa. This unique landlocked country in Africa is big, it’s bold and full of incredible wildlife.

3 Program(s) in
Zanzibar
Are you looking for a tropical island setting and a chance to make a real impact? Look no further than volunteering in Zanzibar. This tropical paradise, located just off the coast of Tanzania, boasts palm tree-lined beaches, crystal clear waters teeming with marine life, and a unique blend of cultures. Either join us on our Teaching and Community Support or Marine Conservation and Dolphin Research programs!

10 Program(s) in
South Africa
There is a reason why so many people come to volunteer in South Africa and why this incredible country is consistently rated as one of the top travel destinations in the world. This part of Africa offers the perfect balance of stunning nature, incredible landmarks, fascinating history, and some of the world’s most exquisite wildlife – and that’s just scratching the surface! A country as diverse and colorful as it is exciting and adventurous.

3 Program(s) in
Kenya
A country that is as diverse as it is beautiful, Kenya is the ultimate location to begin a life-changing volunteer journey in Africa. With world-renowned sites like the Maasai Mara Game Reserve on your doorstep, volunteering in Kenya is the adventure of a lifetime, filled with rich cultural exchanges, incredible wildlife encounters, and powerful opportunities to make an impact. Whatever program you choose, volunteering in Kenya will be a highly rewarding travel adventure.

3 Program(s) in
Mozambique
Endless white sandbanks, crystal clear turquoise waters, breathtaking marine life, Mozambique is truly a tropical paradise. Home to some of the world’s finest beaches, stretching along the coast of the characteristically warm Indian Ocean, Mozambique is a coastal nation like no other. Renowned for its unique history, culture, and notably kind local communities, this idyllic seaside destination is the perfect backdrop for an incredible volunteer adventure in Africa.

2 Program(s) in
Zimbabwe
Our volunteer programs in Zimbabwe give you the chance to make a real impact on wildlife conservation. We give you the opportunity to live in a private game reserve and be part of a team working to protect African elephants and critically endangered black rhinos. Plus, if you’re a horse riding enthusiast, our projects include the opportunity to do conservation work on horseback. No matter what you choose, you can expect a wild and rewarding adventure in a beautiful setting.
Explore projects by Impact

Teaching & Childcare
Join us on a life-changing adventure as a teaching volunteer in Africa! Explore the rich cultures of South Africa, Zambia, or Zanzibar while making a positive impact through education. As a…

Medical and Healthcare
Discover our dynamic healthcare volunteer projects in Africa and make a difference in the lives of those in need. Experience the thrill of providing vital support to under-resourced and understaffed clinics…

Sports Coaching
Passionate about coaching and taking sports to children? Sports can be a fun and effective way to boost children’s health and teach important life lessons, but in many African communities, the…

Gender Equality
Join us in Livingstone, Zambia, and become part of an inspiring program that provides girls and women with useful tools to reduce the prevailing gender gap…

Wildlife Conservation
You will get up close with iconic African wildlife and be fully engaged in wildlife conservation efforts to protect vulnerable and endangered animals in South Africa, Kenya or Zimbabwe….

Marine Conservation
Are you looking for an ocean adventure with a purposeful twist? Fancy swimming with dolphins, mapping out colourful reefs, or studying great white sharks, all in the name of marine conservation…

Animal Care and Veterinary
If you’re looking for a hands-on wildlife volunteering experience, check out our animal care volunteer projects in South Africa….

Wildlife Photography
Our wildlife photography projects offer established and aspiring wildlife photographers the great wild plains of Africa as their playground to improve their skills and gain practical experience…

Environmental Sustainability
If you’re passionate about climate action, and you’d like to get your hands dirty for the cause, join one of our environmental volunteer programs in Africa!…
Volunteer Reviews & Testimonials
“I really loved my time here. It was amazing to meet so many new volunteers and to experience so many new things. It was a great adventure to get to know a new culture and to get to interact with the community. Seeing the dolphins on a daily basis was incredible and I really felt very safe. It exceeded my best expectations for sure!”
Marine Mevius, HollandTropical Marine and Dolphin Research, Zanzibar
“My volunteer experience in this program was undeniably the greatest thing I have done in my life! The people I met were amazing, kind, helpful, and allowed me to have an unforgettable experience in Zambia. You immediately feel like part of the family when you start, and it only gets better the longer you stay!”
Kelley Elise Costa, USA Teaching & Community Development, Zambia
Loved the cultural experience at the local hospital, Limuru Nursing Home - The principal of the hospital allowed me to get involved on an Executive Level Operations- Which turned out to be a positive outcome for my professional development.
Mishy Rashid, United StatesHospital and Clinic Medical Support in Kenya
I had a great experience, it was above all my expectations. The people is amazing, I learned a lot about animals, photography and conservation. I really enjoyed my time here and got to see many wonderful things.
Pablo Vial, ChileAfrican Wildlife Photography and Conservation
This was my first time in Africa and I couldn’t have wished for a better stay. All the guides and staff were super friendly and know so much about the bush. Pre departure they told you everything you needed to bring and what to expect when you got here. If you have any questions you can email them and you will respond quickly. The work you do is very rewarding and they tell you exactly how the work you’re doing is benefiting the reserve and the animals. You really understand why and how everything you do is important. The day the day life is very quick, days go by in the blink of an eye. The volunteers all knew why they were here and everyone was super kind and friendly. You get plenty of free time to enjoy the pool, workout, talk with friends and play games. It was truly an amazing experience to be here for 5 weeks.
Mark, USAAfrican Big 5 & Wildlife Conservation Project
This has been an amazing experience from start to finish. Naboisho is absolutely stunning. Everyone on the project are extremely welcoming and you very quickly become part of a family. The animals that you get to see whilst on the game drives blow your mind every time. Every day is a new experience here. It is great to help collect data on the animals and to feel like you are helping. It is humbling to see the children in their school and spend time playing with them.
NicolaBig Cat & Wildlife Research in Kenya - Maasai Mara Reserve
“It is difficult, to sum up my time with African Impact. I could use every superlative possible and it probably wouldn’t come close to explaining how being part of this organisation, even for a short time makes you feel. It is the most rewarding, amazing experience. I split my time between two different preschools and an after-school club. All the projects were filled with inspiring people and I genuinely felt like the work we were doing was adding value to both the teachers and children.”
Jen Lamswood, UKEarly Childhood Development
“South Africa has been the best experience ever – African Impact has been life-changing! Sports volunteering was brilliant. The kids were a pleasure to coach and welcomed me with open arms. The coaches at the schools are doing a great job and I will miss them all greatly! I came to South Africa alone and was very nervous, but everyone did a fantastic job of making me feel this was my home. I’m leaving here feeling more than content and with a completely different outlook on life.”
Mollie Robbie, UKSports Coaching & Development, Cape Town South Africa
AFRICAN IMPACT REVIEWS
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Intern Abroad
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TEFL Course
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