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Impact Gap Year

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Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

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Gapforce

Game Reserve Volunteering with Gapforce

A volunteering experience with bite! Relocate to the incredible s...

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African Impact

African Big 5 Wildlife Conservation Project in South Africa

Join our Wildlife and Research Conservation Project and immerse y...

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African Horse Safaris

Endurance Training Programme in South Africa

Our exciting Endurance Training Programme based at Moolmanshoek, ...

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Kaya Responsible Travel

Environmental & Community Gap Year Adventure, South Africa

Unsure about your academic or professional future? Take a breathe...

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African Conservation Experience

The Ultimate Personalized Gap Year Experience

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Volunteering Journeys

Animal Care & Wildlife Volunteering Abroad

Help Protect, Rescue, and Care for Animals Around the World If y...

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Intern Abroad HQ

Most Affordable Environmental Internships in South Africa

Are you an aspiring Environmental Conservationist or Marine Biolo...

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Love Volunteers

Gap Year Adventures with Love Volunteers

Whether you want to support vulnerable communities in developing ...

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Volunteer World

Volunteer World: Best Volunteer Abroad Programs Worldwide

Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find ...

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Global Work & Travel

Monkey Rehabilitation – Monkeys Need Your Help, Too!

Make a difference to the wild animals of Africa on our Monkey Reh...

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KUKAMA WILDLIFE COLLEGE

60-Day Field Guide Course in South Africa!

The NQF2 Nature Site Guide Course at Kukama consists of two key c...

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TCM (EVOLVE Gap Experience)

EVOLVE Gap Experience in South Africa

Make memories that last a lifetime in this unique 10-week gap pro...

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Natucate

Ranger Course in Africa: Become a Field Guide Level 1

Are you ready to embark on your ranger adventure and complete you...

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Stylish rooms to the warm bonfire, braai, and Karoo hospitality

August 31, 2025by: Kevin Daniels - South AfricaProgram: 60-Day Field Guide Course in South Africa!

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Thank you for sponsoring Nazli George Promotions (SAFTA Award-winning actor) during our theatre tour. Our stay at Kukama Wildlife Lodge was unforgettable. From the stylish rooms to the warm bonfire, braai, and Karoo hospitality, everything made us feel at home after our performances of Stop the Bully. Your support makes it possible for us to use theatre to inspire change in communities. – Soul Café (Performer, Nazli George Promotions)

What an amazing experience!

April 23, 2025by: Angelique Bezuidenhout - South AfricaProgram: 60-Day Field Guide Course in South Africa!

10

My time at Kukama was honestly just what I needed. Being surrounded by the bush, the quiet, and the simplicity of the space reminded me why I love this kind of lifestyle. The rooms are comfortable, the people are kind, and it's peaceful. I loved sitting on the patio with a coffee in hand, watching the sunrise, or just listening to the birds in the evenings. The main house has everything you need. It’s a place that feels real. Nothing fancy, just good energy, nature all around. I’ll definitely be back.

Stylish rooms to the warm bonfire, braai, and Karoo hospitality

August 31, 2025by: Kevin Daniels - South AfricaProgram: 60-Day Field Guide Course in South Africa!

10

Thank you for sponsoring Nazli George Promotions (SAFTA Award-winning actor) during our theatre tour. Our stay at Kukama Wildlife Lodge was unforgettable. From the stylish rooms to the warm bonfire, braai, and Karoo hospitality, everything made us feel at home after our performances of Stop the Bully. Your support makes it possible for us to use theatre to inspire change in communities. – Soul Café (Performer, Nazli George Promotions)

What an amazing experience!

April 23, 2025by: Angelique Bezuidenhout - South AfricaProgram: 60-Day Field Guide Course in South Africa!

10

My time at Kukama was honestly just what I needed. Being surrounded by the bush, the quiet, and the simplicity of the space reminded me why I love this kind of lifestyle. The rooms are comfortable, the people are kind, and it's peaceful. I loved sitting on the patio with a coffee in hand, watching the sunrise, or just listening to the birds in the evenings. The main house has everything you need. It’s a place that feels real. Nothing fancy, just good energy, nature all around. I’ll definitely be back.

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