Wild Coast Equestrian Rehabilitation Centre

This programme is for anyone who loves horses. You will see your passion and hard work materialise and contribute towards a vital and long-term development scheme, aimed at the rehabilitation of horses in the Wild Coast area in South Africa.

Volunteer Role

As a volunteer you will work as an integral part of the team on a range of activities; you will be involved in the rehabilitation of abused horses and their everyday care. You will be rewarded for your support with enjoyable trail rides along the spectacular Wild Coast.

A typical day on the project will vary considerably and involve some hard work, but also fantastic opportunities.

The work will include:

Feeding farm and trail horses
Mixing feed for farm and trail horses
Grooming, lunging, exercising and schooling work with the horses
Checking the horses, ensuring that there are no problems
Checking water troughs, ensuring that they are clean and full
Go to see the beautiful scenery of the Kei Cuttings and meet some of the emerging farmers
Beach riding trails

Project Location

The project is based on the Wild Coast near East London on the east coast of South Africa. Located in what was once the Transkei homeland, the Wild Coast boasts some of the most dramatic coastline in Africa; the perfect backdrop for some fantastic beach horseriding!

Accommodation

Volunteers will be staying in shared accommodation in cottages that are situated behind the coastal dune forest, overlooking the lagoon, or the river in the village of Chintsa East.

There are two fantastic volunteer lodgings, both of which are within 2 minutes of the beach and private lagoon.

There is a local pizzeria, grocery store and bakery about 1 minute walk from the house, and a restaurant nearby with tremendous views over the beach, if you fancy a good meal at the weekend.

Programme Overview

Price: 2 weeks £849, 4 weeks £1199, 6 weeks £1449,
8 weeks £1699, 12 weeks £2199

How to book & pay:
£195 deposit to secure place, balance due 12 weeks before departure.

What is included?
Return airport transfers
Orientation
All accommodation
All meals
Work experience at rehab centre
Horse trail rides
Full support and assistance

What is not included?
Personal travel insurance
All flights
Email/Internet and telephone calls
Soft drinks, wines and spirits
Any extra excursions

Programme Summary:
This Equestrian Rehabilitation Centre project is a must for anyone who loves horses. You will become involved in the rehabilitation of abused horses and their everyday care.
Other South Africa volunteer work

Programme start dates:
This project starts on the first and third Monday of each month.

South Africa Travel Advice:
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