Help save the last hippos on Lake Sibaya!

Australia

5

The reserve and the Winter-dodger location was amazing. Pieter and Julie both had a wealth of knowledge across plants, animals, ecosystems and the area that taught me so much! The relaxed vibe and go with the flow attitude was great to adapt to hot weather, storms and guests, with us always having something interesting to do no matter the situation. I'm flying back to Australia thinking a lot about how much of an issue invasive Aussie plants are in the area. Amazing experience, I could live there!

8 days ago

Germany

5

Dear Pieter. Thank you for letting me join the reserve! I've experienced and learnt so many different things in these 2 weeks - the walks at Lake the reserve, you sharing your (possibly endless :D) knowledge about South Africa and its wildlife, going on safari or beach trips, spending lovely time with you and the amazing volunteers (will miss u!!) at the camp, diving into the topic of the reserve - and so much more. I greatly appreciate that you were always caring, willing to make everyone feel at home and cooking such awesome meals for us. It's a place where everyone is welcomed ! <3

8 days ago

Germany

5

My volunteering time at the camp was truly invaluable. The tasks were as described, everything was easy-going and relaxed. Beyond that I loved the conversations, fun activities, and the kind of moments that stay with you long after you leave. What stayed with me most is the importance of protecting this region. Lake the reserve is unique, and being part of its the reserve meant a lot to me. And the host? Absolutely one of a kind, living and breathing wildlife and the reserve, funny & full of the wildest stories. I'm grateful for this experience that is one that will stay with me for a long time.

22 days ago

Slovakia

5

I spent more than two weeks with Cam and Pete. They are amazing people who made me feel at home from the very first moment. Their cooking skills are on a high level, and I enjoyed the food every day. We were a great group of volunteers during my stay, which made the experience even better. I highly recommend this volunteer program and I hope to come back in the future! Miss you already!

about 1 month ago

Denmark

5

I had an awesome time at the reserve. It's a great place to visit if you wanna learn about nature and South African culture. Pieter (the host) has an insane knowledge of everything from plants to animals and he has travelled all over southern Africa so he can really help you with advice and recommendations. I had a great time with an amazing group of people, we even did a couple of safaris, went to the beach and hiked a lot around the beautiful area where the camp is located. I would definitely recommend this experience for anyone who is okay with living a bit off grid.

about 1 month ago

Brazil

5

Getting the opportunity to volunteer with Pieter and Cam was truly a great experience! I learned a lot with them about the region and its thousands of different species. Pieter really loves to share all his knowledge about wildlife, nature and Africa as a whole. The work for the project is interesting and I felt comfortable taking my time to learn and do it at my own pace. Their place in nature is very unique, from the vast green area around it to the accomodations (and even the showers). Also, they really know their way around the kitchen, so dinner was always a nice moment to enjoy together.

3 months ago

Switzerland

5

I can only recommend taking part in the Lake the reserve. The nature around the Lodge is stunning and incredibly diverse. When working there you can really dive into a new world of nature and take an active part in the reserve. The Hosts Pieter and Cam were both very welcoming and nice(and their cooking is amazing).

5 months ago

United States

5

I've had an amazing time here at the reserve!! The host, Pieter, is by far one of the most interesting people I've ever met!! He is so knowledgeable about everything South Africa and has amazing stories. He's very fun to be around! The co-host Cam is awesome as well! She is very kind and is an excellent hostess! She also is a great cook and makes so many delicious comfort meals 😮‍💨 I can't say enough about the property - absolutely beautiful 😍 the sunsets here are my favorite thing ever and the stars that follow are spectacular. On less breezy days, I fell asleep to the sound of the ocean.

7 months ago

Netherlands

5

Lake the reserve became like a second home for me. Pieter and Cam are amazing hosts and the place is beautiful!!! The task of identifying species is very chill and easy, which makes the experience really enjoyable. I discovered a lot of plants and animals that I did not know existed, so that was really cool. The location is an experience. The rooms scattered around the property, the beautiful outdoor shower and the endless amount of fruit and nut trees you keep discovering are great. Besides that, the occasional gamedrive and beach trip complete te experience. I woul definitely come again!!!

7 months ago

Brazil

5

I spent four weeks in this real immersion in nature, with wonderful people and learning about the ecosystem of the place. Thank you for the experience ✨️

8 months ago

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