Water Projects Volunteer Programs in Africa

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally—from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservation, Medical Outreach, and Environmental Sustainability. Since 2007, IVHQ has supported over 147,000 volunteers on life-changing journeys. We specialize in fully-hosted volunteer trips that are safe, affordable, and accessible—starting from just $20 per day. Your experience includes airport pick-up, accommodation, meals, and round-the-clock support from our local teams. With flexible booking options and no change fees, planning your volunteer adventure has never been easier. Our programs run year-round and are available for 1 to 24 weeks across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific, South and Central America, North America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. Volunteering with IVHQ is about more than giving back—it’s about growing, learning, and building genuine global connections.

GoEco offers more than 60 wildlife and animal conservation volunteer opportunities and internships worldwide! Our programs focus on the welfare and conservation of various species, both wildlife and domestic animals. We offer volunteer opportunities and internships at wildlife rescue centers, wildlife sanctuaries, wildlife reserves and animal shelters. All of our programs are vetted and are in line with our ethical values - only ethical and supervised interactions are allowed. A few examples of our offers include working with rescued sloths in Costa Rica, rehabilitating vervet monkeys in Malawi, observing and collecting data on Africa's Big Five species and doing survey dives with whale sharks in Mozambique, just to name a few.

If you can’t decide on a travel itinerary when visiting Africa, join our African Marine and Wildlife Volunteer Adventure Tour! This five or six-week program is a combination of adventure activities and volunteering opportunities in various locations: Kruger National Park, Swaziland (now called Eswatini), and Mozambique. Spend weeks 1 to 4 in Mozambique where you gain an international diving qualification and learn techniques in marine monitoring and data collection. The work you do contributes directly to larger research initiatives. In the final week, dive into the culture of Eswatini and explore the outdoors on foot or on a bike. Then, see the Big 5 and other wildlife in Kruger and even experience camping in the wild for four nights! This volunteer and adventure tour is perfect if you’re studying or interested in marine biology, zoology, conservation, or wildlife management or if you’re fond of the outdoors and wildlife. The trip is definitely the adventure of a lifetime!

Join an Agroforestry Internship in Malawi, where you'll work with local communities to tackle climate change and enhance food security. This program offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on rural development and environmental sustainability. Based at an eco-lodge in Nkhata Bay, this Agroforestry Internship combines environmental sustainability and community development, providing an opportunity to promote sustainable agricultural practices and contribute to impactful conservation efforts. Whether you’re involved in the fieldwork and getting your hands dirty, or working on the strategic side to grow the organization - there’s no shortage of work to be done! The EARTH Workshops empower rural communities by addressing food and water security, improving nutrition, rebuilding soil health, and combating deforestation. You'll be involved in workshops that use a bottom-up approach, helping communities find independent solutions to pressing environmental challenges. The outreach team supports local clubs and builds lasting relationships to ensure the sustainability of these initiatives.

At Projects Abroad, we’re passionate about travel with a purpose. Since being founded in 1992, more than 130,000 volunteers have traveled to over 20 destinations around the world. Our programs will make you step out of your comfort zone and engage with your new friends from around the world. These are long-term projects, led by local people and aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. By taking part in our programs, even for a short time, you will be contributing towards a sustained effort to support the communities that host us! We believe no other provider offers the safety and security to their volunteers and interns that we do. You'll receive 24-hour staff support from our trained staff, alongside a gold standard of safety planning of your trip - so you don't have to worry about a thing. Choose a project you are passionate about from working with children to medical internship, conservation, and wildlife volunteering. We offer projects starting at one week in over 20 stunning destinations across Asia, Africa, Latin America & The Caribbean, South Pacific & Europe. Ready to make a difference? Follow the link to visit our website!

Find out why more and more people are choosing to become a Love Volunteer! Love Volunteers is the most affordable way to volunteer and help local communities in developing countries! Why are we cheaper than other organisations? Firstly, we are just a handful of passionate people working hard to help volunteers and local communities around the world. We don't have huge overheads - no company cars, no downtown office - we're just volunteers who knew we could do a better job. Secondly, we work with local organisations wherever we can to keep administration costs to a minimum and also to feed as much money and skills into the local communities where we operate. All of Love Volunteers partner organisations have been fully vetted to ensure that, not only does a genuine need for assistance exist, but that the environments that we place our volunteers are safe and of high quality. Choose from one or more of our 200+ amazing community-based programs in 37 developing countries around the world. Every program has been personally visited by one of our dedicated staff members and is regularly audited to ensure it meets our high standards in terms of safety, sustainability, and local impact.

Looking to apply your talent and expertise to a good cause? Find a program that matches your interests and skills through Volunteer World! We are the largest volunteer abroad comparison platform around the globe, enabling you to seek and compare offers from major travel agencies as well as smaller grassroots NGOs and local specialists in more than 80 countries. All these with just one click! Find projects in wildlife, teaching, community development, and several other areas. Simply choose your desired destination and desired travel date, and our search engine will compare the best volunteer abroad programs on your behalf. Whether you wish to gain experience at a wildlife sanctuary in South Africa or teach English at a monastery in Nepal, we've got you covered. Volunteer World guarantees a quick and easy application. We will guide you through this process, as well as help plan your next meaningful trip. We provide free access to quality-checked projects and flexible options. And if anything goes wrong, we've got your back with our qualified support team and our refund guarantee.

Make a meaningful impact while gaining international experience with Connect-123’s Human Rights internship program. With placements available in Barcelona, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Dublin, and Sydney, you’ll have the chance to contribute to organizations working on some of today’s most pressing human rights challenges. Our network includes watchdog groups, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, lobby groups, and think tanks. Depending on your placement, you may help develop educational workshops for immigrants, conduct peer education training, monitor and evaluate community-based initiatives, research political or gender rights issues, or contribute to reports on human trafficking, child labor, and other critical topics. Each internship is tailored to your background and interests, giving you the opportunity to build practical skills, expand your global network, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. With flexible start dates and customizable program lengths, your life-changing global internship begins on your schedule.

Volunteer with us at the Umoja Foundation Group and contribute your skills and energy to a cause that truly matters. We believe in the power of cultural exchange and collaboration, fostering an environment where volunteers can learn and grow alongside the local community. Our projects are driven by the needs and aspirations of the local people, and we seek dedicated volunteers who are open-minded, adaptable, and willing to learn. Whether you have experience in education, healthcare, community development, or simply a desire to help, we have a place for you. Volunteering with the Umoja Foundation Group will give you a deeper understanding of different cultures and perspectives while contributing to positive change. You'll work alongside our experienced team to support existing initiatives and learn from our community. If you're passionate about making a difference and are eager to broaden your horizons, we encourage you to join us and become an agent of positive change, locally and globally.

The Mother Nature Conservation Camp in Zanzibar includes: • Marine Turtle Conservation in the mangroves of southern Zanzibar and at the beaches and lagoon in the north • Environmental Education for children at schools and at the Forest Camp • Recycling and upcycling activities • Assisting a local community eco-tourism initiative • Sustainable farming of fruits and vegetables • Supporting community projects (e.g., building wells and improving the school) Under professional guidance, you can join ALL of these activities or focus on just your specific interests. You will stay and volunteer at two fascinating locations: in the tropical rainforest around Jozani Forest National Park, where accommodation is at our comfortable Forest Camp, and in Nungwi Beach, where you will stay at our exclusive turtle bungalow directly on the beach. There is a volunteer shuttle every Wednesday, connecting the two locations at no extra cost.

Volunteer in Asia and combine your travels with our exciting program which takes you through Kerala in South India, Sri Lanka and Nepal. We believe that travel should be responsible and we also believe that you should see as many new places as possible so that you can expand your mind, broaden your horizons and learn more about the different cultures in our world. This unique volunteering program will help you tick all of those boxes and you will get to explore some of our planet’s most beautiful destinations along the way. This volunteering experience includes English teaching and community development and will involve you working closely with young children of all ages in poor, disadvantaged communities. We also promote community living so you will be housed with compassionate and curious travellers just like yourself, so you will always have someone to share your amazing experiences with at the end of a long day. Not only will our program take you to the most incredible destinations and allow you the chance to give back as you travel, but you’ll meet some awesome people too and maybe even make some friends for life.

Help protect the local marine ecosystem, turtles and other marine life, and the coral reef off the coast of the stunning island of Nosy Komba. Training Volunteers undergo thorough training to equip them for research and data collection activities in our marine program. This training includes the identification of marine wildlife and plants, such as turtles, fish, corals, invertebrates, and macroalgae surveys. You’ll learn various transect surveying methodologies, a crucial skill in marine conservation used globally to monitor coral reefs and better understand our marine environment. All marine program volunteers must be at least PADI AOW certified (or equivalent). Project Tasks: Underwater surveys Data entry Beach cleans Community education Coral watch

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime on our GIVE Tanzania Excursion! Soak up the incredible sights, culture, and wildlife of both the mainland and Zanzibar Island! Give’s Tanzania Excursion takes you from the tropical oasis of Zanzibar Island to the wild plains of mainland Tanzania. Work alongside local residents to build critical infrastructure in the form of Kairo’s only school, provide fundamental English education to community members of all ages, and protect this country’s world-renowned wildlife. Explore one of the most beautiful places on the planet as you swim with wild dolphins in the Indian Ocean, sail over crystal clear waters, snorkel through vibrant reefs, and embark on a two-day safari through the African savannah. Wake up each morning to the sun rising over the sandy white beaches and turquoise waters of Zanzibar Island. In between project work, go for a swim, play soccer with the local community, visit nearby beach markets, or relax with your toes in the sand! After volunteering, continue the adventure with GIVE’s Kilimanjaro Add-on and summit the tallest freestanding mountain in the world! Earn academic credit with our optional Eco-tourism course!

Volunteering in Mukono offers a unique opportunity to give back to rural communities through participation in grassroots projects. On top of this, you will gain an insight into the daily living conditions of locals. As a volunteer, you will experience traditional Ugandan life and take part in daily activities. These include helping in construction and building, visiting elderly villagers, teaching children outside their classrooms, assisting in setting up vegetable gardens, giving youth health talks, teaching English to high school students, feeding animals, and organizing health outreach programs. Ssamba Foundation operates in rural communities where dirt roads turn to sticky mud when it rains and into dust when the climate is dry. The main transport is Boda- Boda bikes, which share the road with animals and bicycles. Like a big part of Uganda, these communities have households struggling to meet their basic needs; much less putting their kids in school. Their main sources of income include small-scale animal rearing, selling fruits and vegetables, brickmaking, and other manual labor jobs.

Are you a passionate medical doctor, social worker , nurse, administrator , accounting officer or an intern student, welcome to PLATFORM for the NEEDY Community Education Program. PLANE is seeking for generous volunteers and interns to support them in this program. Under this program we support the needy children and orphans access quality education and remain in school by providing them with scholastic materials such as exercise books, pens, pencils , soap, uniform, bags, fees and sanitary pads for girls. If. This means that nearly half of the population can not afford to meet the their basic needs like food, shelter,, clothing, education and healthcare.The effects of poverty are devastating not you, then who? Beneath the glittering beauty of Ugandans lush landscapes lies a stark reality :poverty. According to the World Bank, 44.9% of Ugandans live below the national poverty line. This means that nearly half of the population can not afford to meet the basic needs such as food, clothing, education, shelter and healthcare. The effects of poverty are devastating especially for children. Malnutrition is wide spread.But there's hope with your help to break the cycle of poverty.

Magister South Africa offers a broad range of internship and volunteering placements in Cape Town. As one of the most established and well-known internship and volunteer organizations in South Africa's capital, our main goal is geared toward matching and placing qualified international students, interns, and volunteers with dynamic companies and organizations based in Cape Town. With our wide network of contacts and range of skills, we strive to ensure that the participants' experiences abroad remain unforgettable one. Magister offers great value to students and volunteers and invests in their personal development and education as well as their careers. We match placements according to qualifications, interests, and university requirements to ensure a unique internship or volunteer experience that best fits individual needs.

Join the Murphy Charitable Foundation in Uganda and make a significant impact through various community projects in education, healthcare, and sustainable development. Volunteers can mentor children, teach in local schools, support medical clinics, and participate in environmental and economic initiatives. This experience also offers deep cultural immersion, allowing volunteers to live and work alongside locals, learn the Luganda language, and engage in activities like traditional dances and market visits. Volunteering with the Murphy Charitable Foundation fosters personal growth by enhancing project management, leadership, and communication skills while broadening global perspectives. The Foundation provides a supportive environment with comprehensive training, experienced staff, and a focus on safety and security. Embark on this transformative journey, making a profound impact on Ugandan communities and enriching your life.

Damaraland, a sparsely populated area, is home to virtually untouched nature with fascinating plant and animal life. To ensure that the region's desert elephants can roam through Namibia’s Damaraland for years to come, the project is devoted to the protection of these animals. Only a few desert elephants were left in the region 20 years ago mainly due to conflict with local farmers. Life in Damaraland is largely dependent on the few springs, which have water all year round. These springs are often taken over by man, so the elephants sometimes destroy the farmer’s homes and wells in their desperate daily quest for water. The project aims to create a balance that meets the needs of both humans and animals. You will help the farmers with development aid, schooling, training, and setting up protective walls. You will build new water holes for the animals, away from settlements and the local population, fostering a harmonious co-existence between man and elephants. Moreover, you will monitor the desert elephants, accompanying these gentle giants on their endless ramblings and observing their population, behavior, and movement patterns.

The Bugembe Initiative for Development (BID) is an action-oriented, community-based organization dedicated to empowering women, youth, and vulnerable individuals. Formed in 2011 with its base in Bugembe, Jinja District, the Bugembe Initiative for Development (BID) is an action-oriented, community-based organization dedicated to empowering women, youth, and vulnerable individuals through a holistic, socio-economic approach. Diseases, literacy, unemployment, poverty, ignorance, wars, and natural disasters in Uganda have resulted in situations of vulnerability and moral degeneration. The most affected people are the children, women, youth, and the elderly. Many current community initiatives fall short in coping with the ever-increasing number of poor women, needy youths, and vulnerable children. BID Uganda was born out of the need to reach out to these neglected, forgotten, HIV/AIDS sufferers, orphans, abandoned street children, homeless, and those in extreme poverty within the communities and our society who are hurting in life. At BID Uganda, we are always looking for volunteers to help us administer our programmes and get involved in the community.

Volunteer abroad in Ghana with Our Generation Voluntary Organisation. Our non-profit, non-governmental African organization offers meaningful, exciting, and affordable developmental volunteer programs. These include working with orphans, teaching children in primary and junior high schools, coaching football to children, wildlife work, medical and nursing placements, dental elective, environmental conservation, micro-finance, journalism, and many more. We currently have volunteer, internship, and culture/language immersion programs in many locations around Ghana. Our programs are among the most affordable in the industry, and we work hard to maintain low fees. Adult participants can apply independently. Participants from 15 to 17 years old are welcome to apply, but we need to receive consent from their parents via email or telephone before we can offer them placement on one of our programs. We have hosted many teenage high school students in the past. All our programs require a good/basic level of English language, although you do not need to be a native English speaker.