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Tree Planting Eco Festival Volunteering in South Africa

by: Kaya Responsible Travel

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Join a mass action project in South Africa this summer, and take a hands-on role in helping with reforestation and environmental education the fun way—an eco festival. People of all ages from around the globe come together to help with reforesting. The festival will take place in the stunning Garden Route. The initiative aims to address decades of widespread deforestation through the planting of indigenous trees, removal of alien vegetation, introduction of ecosystem processes to the locals. Project activities include mass tree planting, painting of murals, dancing and jamming around a campfire, guided hikes, and so much more. To date, 30,000 trees have already been planted, which is an incredible achievement. This really is a fantastic way of working directly with the community to address environmental damage. You don’t need specific skills to participate, as long as you’re fit and healthy and able to get stuck in with physical tasks. Enthusiasm and a willingness to do what is required is necessary, along with a spirit of adventure and passion for the environment. Kids below 13 years old are accepted as part of a family group.

Program Highlights

Work as part of an international team and help bring about environmental change.

Make a hands-on contribution to efforts in environmental rehabilitation and stopping deforestation.

Discover South Africa’s Western Cape, its majestic wildlife and stunning scenery.

Be proactive in changing the environment and the planet for the better!

Culminate your stay in South Africa with trips to different places, such as Cape Town and Pretoria.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • South Africa
Availability
Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
Age Requirement: 14+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Reforestation
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Belgian
  • British
  • Canadian
  • Cypriot
  • Czech
  • Danish
  • Dutch
  • English
  • Finnish
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Hawaiian
  • Hungarian
  • Icelandic
  • Irish
  • Italian
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuanian
  • Maltese
  • Manx
  • Polish
  • Scottish
  • Slovak
  • Slovenian
  • Spanish
  • Swedish
  • Swiss
  • The Vatican
  • Welsh
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Last Updated: Jan 15, 2026

Awards

Innovative New Program – Volunteer Abroad Finalist 2022

Program Details

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Locations

  • South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Reforestation

Availability

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks

Age Requirement

14+

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Belgian
  • British
  • Canadian
  • Cypriot
  • Czech
  • Danish
  • Dutch
  • English
  • Finnish
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Hawaiian
  • Hungarian
  • Icelandic
  • Irish
  • Italian
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuanian
  • Maltese
  • Manx
  • Polish
  • Scottish
  • Slovak
  • Slovenian
  • Spanish
  • Swedish
  • Swiss
  • The Vatican
  • Welsh

This Program is also open to Solo, Families, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Training

Accommodation Options

  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tree Planting Eco Festival Volunteering in South Africa?

The Tree Planting Eco Festival Volunteering in South Africa is Kaya's initiative to restore and degrade forests and combat climate change through tree planting and community involvement.

What activities will volunteers do during this program?

As a volunteer on this project, you will participate in tree planting and care activities, environmental education programs, and community outreach initiatives.

Are there specific requirements or qualifications for this project?

There is no particular skill or qualification needed to volunteer for this project. However, passion for the environment and willingness to put in a lot of effort is essential.

What is not included in the program cost?

The program fee does not include flights, insurance, visas, police/government background check, and any costs for COVID-19 PCR tests required pre-departure and in-country.

Where will volunteers stay?

Volunteers will share a tented eco-camp area with other volunteers in a campsite set up at a lodge outside Plettenberg Bay. There is a communal dining area for meals and eco-toilets and showers.

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Join a mass action project in South Africa this summer, and take a hands-on role in helping with reforestation and environmental education the fun way—an eco festival. People of all ages from around the globe come together to help with reforesting. The festival will take place in the stunning Garden Route. The initiative aims to address decades of widespread deforestation through the planting of indigenous trees, removal of alien vegetation, introduction of ecosystem processes to the locals. Project activities include mass tree planting, painting of murals, dancing and jamming around a campfire, guided hikes, and so much more. To date, 30,000 trees have already been planted, which is an incredible achievement. This really is a fantastic way of working directly with the community to ...

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