 Reforestation with the Rastas South Africa
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The Judah Square Rastafarian Community is the biggest Rastafarian community of its kind in South Africa. It is home to about 35 families who work closely together and have created a tight knit and smooth running community. |
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The project is located in Kayalethu Township near South Africa's favourite town, Knysna. The community boasts an upbeat and welcoming vibe, colourful homesteads.
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- Introduction of non-indigenous pine and gum trees to the area for the building and furniture industry, along with the growth of the townships, has decimated the natural fynbos and forests, and seriously threatened all the creatures that live there. Alien species have flourished. The Rasta community is determined to reverse the damage by removing alien plants, replacing indigenous flora and so draw back indigenous animal species, sunbirds and small duiker. Through their efforts they are creating a sense of pride and responsibility in the townships and volunteers to this program will make friends for life!
- In conjunction with the South Africa National Parks, the brothers and sisters of this community and have established a nature trail that meanders along the Kayalethu River basin (adjacent to the community). Previously this was a piece of land covered with overgrown alien vegetation and a polluted river. The Rasta's initiated the rehabilitation of this eco-system, turning it into a sustainable community project. They are creating walkways, removing the alien invasive species and planting indigenous species- attracting back all the indigenous wildlife. This really is a unique and successful project which deserves our support!
- You will be welcomed as part of the rehabilitation team to develop and rehabilitate this area in the centre of Kayalethu Township. The energy and passion that the community members radiate when they introduce you to the eco-project is inspiring! They are a peaceful and wise community and within no time you will have made friends for life!
Highlights
Experience a colourful, positively cheerful Rastafarian community and make friends for life!
Work closely with passionate Rastas to rehabilitate township land back to its indigenous state.
Enjoy the magnificent natural heritage of the Garden Route.
Live in backpackers right on the pristine white beach of Buffalo Bay
Your Role
Duties include:
- Removal of alien invasive trees and plants
- Planting indigenous species
- Mending paths and walkways
- Clearing river debris
- Helping the guides with tourists from abroad, and the surrounding communities.
Accommodation
There will be very little ‘roughing it' on this project. We place volunteers in fantastic backpackers quite literally on the beach! Buffalo Bay Backpackers (BBB) is located next to a marine reserve and close to Buffalo Bay Beach, which is the most popular surfing beach in the area.
Meals
3 meals a day provided. We can cater for specific meal requirements if informed prior to your arrival.
1 June 2008 |
2 week - min |
Max = 6 weeks |
29 June 2008 |
2 week - min |
Max = 6 weeks |
3 August 2008 |
2 week - min |
Max = 6 weeks |
31 August 2008 |
2 week - min |
Max = 6 weeks |
5 October 2008 |
2 week - min |
Max = 6 weeks |
2 November 2008 |
2 week - min |
Max = 6 weeks |
27 November 2008 |
2 week - min |
Max = 6 weeks |
- Flights are not included
- Please arrange your flight to arrive at – George airport.
The easiest way to get to Knysna is to fly into Johannesburg and catch a connecting flight to George. Alternatively you can fly into Cape Town but the connecting flights into George are less frequent. We recommend that you check the availability of flights into George before confirming your international flight as you may find that none are available and you may end up staying over in Johannesburg.
- All of Twin’s volunteer placements are in partnership with recognised Charities, Non Governmental Organisations (NGO’s), government ministries or registered agents, giving you the confidence to work with reputable organisations.
- 24 hour support is provided by our local partner.
- Comprehensive insurance is available for each of the volunteer placements, please click here for full details.
- Minimum age 18 yrs
- A positive attitude, plenty of enthusiasm and energy.
- Applicants should have an interest in new cultures & the environment as well as working with communities in a third world country.
- We realize that each volunteer that joins us has different skills and varying specialties to offer. Should you feel that you can contribute beyond our itinerary, please inform us so we can use your skills accordingly
- 2 weeks: £620
- Each extra week: £305
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