Description

What is Freewalker?

Freewalker is a state of being…it is humanitarian, adventure, and freeing, it is realizing that one person can make a difference...and that person can be you! Freewalker is a Volunteer & Adventures for Charity organization that is doing its part in making a difference in South Africa, while having fun at the same time! The mission of Freewalker is to create sustainable solutions in the fields of education, conservation, healthcare, and community development through international volunteering, while providing opportunity for volunteers to experience the adventure of exploring South Africa's diverse landscapes, colourful cultures, ancient history and abundant wildlife.

What is Freewalker offering ME?

Freewalker Volunteer Programs offer you a truly raw experience full of culture, wildlife, people, adventure and laughs that will change you for the rest of your life, guaranteed! This working holiday experience gives volunteers the opportunity to teach and participate in the development of impoverished schools, coach children in sports, work hands on with cheetahs, learn about the African wildlife in-depth and how to collect research data, aid in the preservation of the environment and marine wildlife, and tour amazing South African at the same time! Now that is a mouthful, you just have to come and experience it for yourself!

Where is Freewalker based?

Freewalker is based in "The Adventure Province" Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth, South Africa and is dedicated to the impoverished schools and threatened wildlife in the surrounding area. PE is on the Indian Ocean and a hotspot to journey out from; you can do anything you can imagine within a three hour radius! (And we know all the best secret spots)

Who is this crazy Freewalker Team?

Freewalker's Team, consisting of Murray Luscombe and Jordana Meyer, guarantee to make your stay the most memorable one in South Africa! Like it or not, they are with you 24/7 and ready to help you with anything at any time. Murray is a local enthusiast, passionate about his country and is always coming up with innovative ways to have fun and Jordana is a wildlife biologist from the USA who thrives on sharing the wonders of this country with fellow travellers. Each volunteer is unique, and they make it top priority to understand what an individual is hoping to gain from their experience and then going the extra mile to make sure that is fulfilled. The Team prides themselves on making the stay unforgettable! You dream it and we at Freewalker make it possible!

What is Adventures for Charity and how do I get involved?

Freewalker believes in a work hard/play hard attitude, therefore offers their volunteers special deals on Freewalker's personalized weekend tours. Volunteers will receive a 50% discount on weekend Packages!

Trips are designed to generate a deeper appreciation for the natural beauty, abundant scenery, historically rich-cultural backgrounds and spectacular wildlife while all along indulging in the best adventure activities South Africa has to offer. Freewalker Volunteers have the opportunity to participate in tours to: The Garden Route, Karoo Inland, Baviaans Kloof, Plettenberg Bay, Jeffreys Bay, multiple Game Reserves, and the world renowned Addo Elephant National Park

Highlights

Freewalker Volunteering is all about working hard on our projects, giving of our time to people and nature in need, and playing even harder...
- Teaching children
- Coaching enthusiastic sporters
- Saving the highly endangered South African Penguin
- Be part of the conservation solution of South Africa
- Hands on care for cheetah
- Live on a wildlife reserve
- Make life time friends
- Make a difference in the World
- Spectacular Adventure trips
- World renowned Addo Elephant National Park
- Big 5 Safaris
- Cape Town Trip
- Visit rural Transkei
- Highest bungi jump in the world
- Dive with great white sharks
- Elephant back safaris
- Nature hikes
- Traditional African food and culture

Travel Types

• Camping
• Canoeing
• Climbing
• Cycling (Mountain)
• Eco Tours
• Ecology
• Golf
• Hang Gliding
• Heritage Tourism
• Hiking
• Homestay
• Horseback Riding
• Kayaking (River)
• Kayaking (Sea)
• Nature Tours
• Off Road / 4X4 Driving
• Photography
• Rafting
• Rugby
• Safari
• Scuba
• Skydiving
• Snorkeling
• Soccer/Football
• Sports
• Student Tours
• Surfing
• Tours
• Trekking
• Volunteering
• Water Skiing
• Windsurfing/Windsailing

Qualifications

Volunteers must be 18 years or older

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

950 (2 week program)

Cost Includes:

• Travel while in host country
• Housing
• Food
• Excursions
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees
• Written materials pre-departure
• Written materials abroad

Program Fees Include:

The Freewalker team will personally design a program that is most suitable for the Volunteer, to fit their every need and aspirations, from humanitarian work to wildlife conservation and adventure travel. The Freewalker team is there at all times (day & night) for constant support and guidance to assure the entire experience will be rewarding.

Package Includes:
* Personally designed volunteer program for the entire stay in South Africa
* Beautiful "Home away from home accommodations"
* Three meals/day (self-prepared)
* All automotive transportation while a Freewalker
* Volunteer uniform
* Photos & videos of Volunteer's stay
* Wi-Fi Internet
* 50% discount on Freewalker Adventure weekend packages
* Professional reference/certificate of volunteer work achieved
* Portion of funds goes towards development projects

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Freewalker volunteers are free-spirited, adventurous people who want to do more than just tour South Africa, but actually become part of this amazing country and leave it a little better than when they arrived. The volunteers are open minded and passionate about the work they do here. From students in their gap year just after high-school to professionals who just need a break from their every day job...everyone is welcomed to help and be a Freewalker!

Age Range

18-35

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 2-10

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks - 3 months

Freewalker Volunteer & Adventures for Charity's Mission Statement

To create sustainable solutions in the fields of education, conservation and community and school development through international volunteering, while providing opportunity for volunteers to experience the adventure of exploring South Africa's diverse landscapes, colorful cultures, ancient history and abundant wildlife. Our mission is to Be Free...

Year Founded

2009