Orphanage South Africa
All our programs in South Africa include free weekend
sightseeing of Cape Town city center. You can also join the other subsequent four to five (4-5) days sightseeing which include the safari and Table Mountain.
STAESA's orphanage program provides a great opportunity to work very closely with children aged between 8 months to 17 years who have mostly neglect, abuse or lost their parents to HIV/AIDS. The big smiles and love of these children towards anyone who is willing to help them in any small way, leaves lots of memories making it hard to part from them at the end of the program.
STAESA Orphanage program operates in Boksburg and Cape Town. You will have the opportunity to meet and work with other foreign volunteers. Everyone from the age of 15 can join us. Students, families, corporates, groups, individuals and aged are welcome to join us and touch lives.
Are you looking for a program where you want to give back to the community? STAESA program provides you more than that. From the day of your arrival till you leave back home you can never have enough of this amazing program.
You have heard a lot about this amazing country and its people and it is your wish to visit one day and go for safari. STAESA is here for you to make it happen.
This season with STAESA everything is possible. South Africa is possible! We are here to organize everything for you, be with you from start to finish and make sure you have lots of fun on the program.
Every year, 15 million tourists travel south for a South African adventure. Some are looking forward to seeing majestic animals in the wild, others wish to surf some of the world’s best waves. This year you will also be part of the millions the visit South Africa!
The rainbow nation has much to offer for visitors. From landscapes to climate, from culture to cuisine, South Africa is one of the most diverse countries on the planet.
Other Information and locations!
South Africa offers you an amazing orphanage program. Our orphanage program allows you to work directly with the orphans and other kids in the communities. You don't want to miss this opportunity! This is really a life changing experience program.
The locations of our programs are well picked where you will be placed and work directly with the kids from the age of month to 18 years. Your safety and security are our top priority. You are really in a safe hands. We are with you from the day you arrive till the last day you get into the flight back home. The total population of the kids in the orphanage is 30 and above. The program provides you an opportunity to touch lives of the kids and the staff at orphanage.
LOCATIONS:
Boksburg - Near O. R. Tambo International Airport and Soweto
Cape Town - Near the ocean
Working hours and reponsibilities!
Generally volunteers work from 08:00.-12:00 a.m. and 13:00-16:00 p.m. However, your exact working hours are adjusted according to the activities at your work place. You´re permitted to take a day off once in a while. Week-ends are free time for all our volunteers. The orphanage is open during the weekends also. you can choose to go and help if you want.
Responsibilities:
Your schedules in the orphanage include the following below and many more that will be discussed with you upon arrival.
1 Teach Basic conversational English, Alphabets, Numbers, Face painting, Coloring in the books, feeding the babies and taking them on sightseeing.
2 Any indoors and outdoors games, football, volley ball, basketball, music and dancing, helping in the kitchen to prepare food for the kids, renovation work, fixing the doors, windows, doors. health education and Entertainment.
Other Information and locations!
PROJECT
Program date. All year round
Placement duration. 2wks to 1y max
Requirements. No requirements
Working hours. Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
AIRPORT
Cape Town and O. R. Tambo International airport
ACCOMMODATION
Host family, Independent and Accommodation on site. Located very close to the projects with facilities such as water, light, ventilation, bed, toilet, bathroom and kitchen.
HOW TO GET TO WORK
By public transport it cost less. than one dollar ( return)
LAUNDRY
Self laundry by hands.
FOOD
Yes! Three meals per day. and Lunch mostly at work.
VISA
Yes! Visa is required. Volunteer can call the embassy current cost of visa. Apply forVisiting visa (Multiple visa)
COMMUNICATION
Local sim card is provided
Internet
Internet modem provided and return after the program.
VACCINATIONS
Vaccinations not needed if you are staying for less than six months. We recommend that you contact a travel clinic near you at least 3 months before traveling.
Safety in South Africa
Yes! You might be thinking of crime in South Africa. The good news is, there is no risk of violent crime against visitors volunteering and travelling. The South African authorities prioritize protecting visitors, tourists in our communities and tourism places.
That is why we are here for you. We carefully picked the locations of our programs for the purpose of safety and security. Worry not when volunteering with us in South Africa. You are in a good hands volunteering with us in South Africa. With STAESA there is nothing to worry about volunteering in South Africa. Our past volunteers will be happy to tell you more about their wonderful experience in South Africa. Cape Town city center is always safe to be alone. Our past volunteers spent most of their weekends in the city center.
More information to note!
PLEASE NOTE
There is real poverty in South Africa and you will soon realize that you are far richer and more fortunate than most local people you meet. You will probably attract your fair share of souvenir beggars, but try and take the time to meet ordinary people going about their day to day business too. The experience will be worth it. Don't be afraid to step out of your house, just take some precautions.
Weather in South Africa
South Africa's climatic conditions generally range from Mediterranean in the southwestern corner of South Africa to temperate in the interior plateau, and subtropical in the northeast. A small area in the northwest has a desert climate. Most of the country has warm, sunny days and cool nights
When to go
You can join us anytime in the year! Anytime in the month! Anytime in the week
Kind of clothes you should pack for your trip to South Africa
Jeans and Trousers: blue jeans, cotton trousers, khaki trousers, Light Shirts and Blouses: T-Shirts, short sleeve shirts and long sleeved shirts. Shorts also for your free days. Pack both summer and winter cloths. South Africa weather is unpredictable. You have the four seasons in a day. Socks and underwear: Shoes: Good leather shoes, sandals, and a lightweight pair of Hiking boots if you will doing some hiking.
Kind of luggage you should take
It all begins with the right suitcases or suitcase. It also depends where you coming from. If you are coming from North America you get to bring 2 suitcases and 50 pounds each, from Europe it is almost half that. It means one has to be practical and take in mind what your plans are once you arrive in Africa, where you will be going and what you will be doing while here.
Keep all essentials like the pill, malaria pills, essential medicine, debit and credit cards, camera and your toothbrush in your hand luggage. Also put one set of clothing if the unthinkable happens that your luggage is temporarily lost. Money Belt: One that will allow you to carry your passport also. Do not wear your money on the outside of your clothing.