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2 We believe that when you travel, there should be no compromises. Even if you are limited on time you should be able to explore while still doing some good in the world. This is what we do. In fact, we are the experts in Africa. We create volunteer travel experiences that change lives (and not just your own). Named the Top Volunteer Abroad Organization in 2017, we are expanding our extremely popular Expedition Programs that take you #BeyondVolunteering. They are not your average tourist holidays; they are the ultimate way to see, do and achieve as much as possible in two weeks. Join our team of passionate staff on the ground for a week of volunteering with local communities or wildlife, before heading out on a road-trip to discover some of Africa s most iconic destinations. Cape Town is hands-down one of the most beautiful cities in the world. An adventure-lover s paradise. A foodie s heaven. A unique destination where the ocean meets mountains, forests and nature. However, few get to experience what life is like for the impoverished communities who call the townships surrounding the city their home. Since 2014, we have been working in these townships and invite you to join our team for a week of volunteering. Your contribution will directly support struggling children living in overcrowded, poverty-stricken environments, providing them with skills and an education that gives them a positive head-start in their schooling. Aside from having free time to explore everything Cape Town has to offer, this tour is perfectly complimented by a second week traveling the Garden Route. It is a stunning stretch of coastline famous as one of the best road trips in the world. And with spectacular natural beauty, world-class beaches, awesome backpacker hostels, an incredible range of adrenaline-fueled activities, iconic wildlife and a safari or two it s easy to see why.

3 Arrive at Cape Town airport, meet our driver and be taken to a backpacker hostel in the beach-side suburb of Muizenberg. The day is yours to settle in, explore the area, and try and catch some sleep after your flight. Evening: Free time to relax. And it begins A staff member will bring you to our volunteer accommodation. After a morning of induction, you ll join your fellow volunteers at an after-school program for disadvantaged children in the township of Khayelitsha. Evening: Welcome event. Your first full day of volunteering. Up first, assisting local teachers at pre-school with preplanned educational activities. After lunch, it s time for arts, crafts, sports and play at the after-school program. Evening: Free time. Between volunteering at the pre-school and after-school program, it is a day to explore Khayelitsha. At lunchtime, volunteers learn about its history while trying local delicacies (sheep s head, anyone?). Evening: Optional educational workshop. Provide one-to-one attention to children falling behind at pre-school in the morning, before spending the afternoon working closely with grandmothers living with HIV/AIDs. Evening: Events night. Spend your final morning at pre-school, having contributed to a brighter future for the children. On Friday afternoons, leave your legacy by planning the following week s activities. Evening: Kick-off the weekend! The perfect time to tick off your Cape Town bucket-list. Some must-do s*: Climb (or cable-car) to the top of Table Mountain Visit Robben Island, home to Nelson Mandela s prison cell Watch the sun set into the Atlantic Ocean from Camp s Bay Take to the skies with a helicopter ride, or go paragliding Eat out at one of Africa s top restaurants *Not included in the price

4 Ha *MONDAY: Cage-diving with Great white sharks *MONDAY: Whale watching boat trip (July November) *THURSDAY: Bungee jumping (216m) *THURSDAY: Tree-top canopy tour *FRIDAY: 2-hour game drive with a qualified guide at ADDO Elephant Park *SATURDAY: Tandem sky-diving (10,000ft) *SATURDAY: Sandboarding the longest dune in South Collected from the volunteer accommodation, you will depart Cape Town and head out along one of the most beautiful coastal roads in South Africa. Before reaching the most southern tip of Africa, you ll have met endangered African penguins, dived with sharks*, or even spotted whales*. There are 2 very important things to know this day; you will drive along South Africa s longest wine route and end up in the Ostrich Capital of the World, Outdshoorn. Expect wine tasting, plenty of ostriches, and a guided adventure tour of the Cango Caves; South Africa s oldest tourist attraction. Up next, Wilderness (it s exactly like you re imagining it). There will be kayaking, a gentle hike through an indigenous forest to a waterfall, incredible views across the Indian Ocean, and plenty of photo opportunities. The evening is spent watching the sunset over the beach. If you re feeling brave, you could start the day with the highest commercial bungee-jump in the world*, or zip-line through the trees on a canopy tour*. The afternoon is spent exploring in the Tsitsikamma National Park before the tour departs for Big 5 country, ADDO Elephant Park. Get ready for a Lion King moment as you head out on safari at the ADDO Elephant National Park, home to lions, rhinos, and over 600 elephants (to name just a few). Be sure to wrap up warm for the early morning game drive* and keep watch for the big cats. Having overnighted in Wilderness or Mossel Bay, the trip begins its return to Cape Town. However, you can t visit South Africa and not sky-dive* or sandboard*, so there will be plenty of time for that before the tour drops you to your chosen accommodation in the city. We recommend flying home on the Sunday, however accommodation and airport drop-off will be at your own expense. We d be more than happy to suggest accommodation options that offer airport drop-off to make sure you catch your flight safely.

5 You will be staying in a fully furnished house situated in Muizenberg, just 3 minutes away from the beach. This area is a major tourism attraction in Cape Town and a surfer s paradise. It is filled with vibey bars, cafes, and amazing restaurants, and you ll be based just opposite a major grocery store for you to do extra shopping should you need. The volunteer accommodation is a cozy, safe home shared by volunteers and African Impact staff. It boasts a central lounge and dining area, a living room with some comfortable couches for socializing, relaxing, preparing for your next day or chatting with fellow volunteers, as well as a spacious backyard in the sun to relax or enjoy a South African braai. It is the perfect base from which to explore this incredible city. While exploring the Garden Route, you will stay at different backpacker-style accommodation each night. We ve selected these hostels over the years because of their unique setting, vibey atmosphere and safety. Think nights spent around the firepit, great views and even greater people. Accommodation will be in dorm-style rooms; however, upgrades are available so please ask us about these. All bedding and towels will be provided, and most breakfasts and dinners are included in the price WEEK 1 - VOLUNTEERING First night s accommodation in a local backpacker s hostel Full board and lodging, which includes 3 meals a day at our volunteer house (excluding meals at weekends) Airport pick-up and all project-related transport Assistance and support from the African Impact staff and Project Managers All resources and training required for you to contribute sustainably to our projects WEEK 2 GARDEN ROUTE TOUR Qualified guide and all transport Pick up and drop off (either to the airport or your chosen accommodation in Cape Town) 5 nights accommodation in dorm-style rooms (Upgrades available) Dinners and breakfasts (except Day 5) You can arrive on any of the following dates: Jul: 8 th or 22 nd Aug: 5 th or 19 th Sep: 2 nd, 16 th or 30 th Oct: 14 th or 28 th Nov: 4 th or 18 th Dec: Closed Flights to Cape Town International Airport Medical and travel insurance Visa-related costs Soft drinks, snacks and souvenirs Optional activities listed throughout the brochure Weekend meals and all lunches throughout the second week Laundry and WiFi