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Non-Profit School Nairobi, Kenya

Love children and sports? Come share your skills and brighten young lives

30h/week Child Care Social Work Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
From 2 to 5 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Homestay Kitovu, Uganda

Childcare Volunteer Program

16h/week Child Care
At least 1 week Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Homestay Kitovu, Uganda

Help us transform lives and communities

18h/week Social Work
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval
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NGO Mwanza, Tanzania

Join our tea in Wildlife conservation through storytelling :)

25h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 2 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project

Permaculture project Kisamis, Kenya

Join us in empowering our community's women and children!

15h/week Arts Social Work Teaching Languages
At least 2 weeks Tent 3 meals
  • 3.5
  • Sustainable project

NGO Temeke, Tanzania

Welcome to teach/help a kid’s they are living in hard life🤗

18h/week Social Work Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project

Social Project Arusha, Tanzania

Sport Teaching Assistant

30h/week Teaching Sports
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.0
  • Sustainable project

NGO Arusha, Tanzania

Smile with little ones by teaching and learn our way of life

24h/week Photography Content Writer
From 1 to 8 weeks Private Room 3 meals

NGO Morogoro Rural, Tanzania

Welcome to Emferd to Help the children With Special Needs:

18h/week Arts Social Work Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
From 2 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals

NGO Dodoma Urban, Tanzania

Cultivate Growth through Art and Farming at Orphanage in Dodoma

25h/week Arts Painting & Decorating Building & Repairing Gardening
At least 1 week Private Room 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project

Non-Profit School Arusha, Tanzania

Help us with basic education and enjoy Tanzania!

20h/week Social Media Teaching Sports Music Arts
From 1 to 5 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project

Homestay Temeke, Tanzania

Make a Difference in Tanzania: Volunteer in Education and Sports!

18h/week Child Care Social Work Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
At least 2 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Needs help immediately

Non-Profit Project Hoedspruit, South Africa

Community and Conservation Volunteer - Greater Kruger area

32h/week Social Work Building & Repairing Farming Gardening
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project

Social Project Nairobi, Kenya

Wellness Buddy – Sports & Life Coach

25h/week Social Work Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
From 2 to 3 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Social Project Nairobi, Kenya

Story Hunter – Media & Impact Storyteller 📸✍️

5h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 2 to 3 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Social Project Nairobi, Kenya

📚 Teach & Inspire Kids in Vibrant Nairobi

5h/week Social Work Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
From 2 to 3 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
  • Needs help immediately

Which country should I visit in Africa?

Africa is the world's 2nd largest continent, with 54 countries according to the UN. Planning a trip to Africa can be tricky if you don’t know where to go. But don’t worry! Tourism in Africa has grown, with millions of travelers who want to see vibrant cities, small rural villages, wildlife or breathtaking scenery. Morocco is one of the most visited countries in Africa by europeans because of cities like Marrakesh and Casablanca. Cairo, the capital of Egypt draws millions of tourists to see the Pyramids and other archeological treasures every year.

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What’s the best countries to travel to in Africa?

If you want to see wildlife, Africa is the place to be. You can find 5% of the planet’s plant and animal species only in Madagascar! Many tourists go to Africa to admire the big five: elephant, rhinoceros, cape buffalo, lion and leopard. Those and many other animals can be seen in Botswana, Zambia, Uganda, Namibia, Kenya, Tanzania, and other countries of southern and east Africa. In South Africa you’ll learn about world’s history in Johannesburg or Cape Town, one of the 3 capitals of South Africa and land of Nelson Mandela.

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How to use Worldpackers to travel to Africa?

Traveling to Africa can be expensive, especially for the safari destinations. You can use Worldpackers to save money by exchanging work for accommodation in Africa. Make a profile and check our host list to see places to stay while you become a Savannah explorer! Some hosts offer benefits like discounts on tours, pick up, free laundry or language classes. Find the perfect host and schedule a trip by becoming a member of the Worldpackers community. 

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How do Worldpackers trips work?

As a member, you can contact as many hosts and travel safely as many times as you want.

Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

After volunteering, you and your host exchange reviews.

With positive reviews, you’ll stand out to hosts and get even more benefits.

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