ZAMBIA
Volunteer in Zambia, a wonderful country that boasts a fusion of ethnicities, African traditions and tribal customs. Its’ vast food plains and river valleys coupled with its tropical climate are bound to entice you to explore as much of this country as you possibly can.
Intern & Volunteer in Zambia
Zambia has stunning natural beauty, abundant wildlife, rich cultural heritage and is full of adventure. Most of Zambia’s wilderness remains untouched, providing an unspoiled experience through the authentic plaines of Africa. Volunteering in Zambia means you’re able to contribute to sustainable initiatives whilst being able to explore this beautiful country.
Kaya has a variety of volunteer projects and internships in Zambia. The country has high HIV rates, but lacks the resources in education and healthcare to alleviate these problems on their own. You can provide valuable healthcare advice and assistance, through our health promotion and community volunteering. Additionally, Zambian girls are often forced to support their families instead of receiving education. If you are interested in working in education for communities or rescue and release conservation programs, our community and wildlife projects are perfect for you.
Zambia’s location provides incredible opportunities for your free time activities. Visit the famous Zambezi river and Victoria Falls, on the country’s border with Zimbabwe. In these areas, you can hike through the forest and dare to swim in the Devil’s Pool at the edge of a sheer drop, or sign up for activities like rafting, abseiling and bungee jumping. In the city of Livingstone, visit the bustling Maramba market and try the local delicacies, such as caterpillars!
If you want to travel further afield after volunteering, you can make a short journey to South Africa on a safari and get the chance to see South Africa’s Big 5. Go on a ‘walking safari’ in South Luangwa National Park, which boasts the most concentrated wildlife populations in the world. Spend time with other fascinating animals at the Chimpanzee sanctuary and Animal Orphanage near Chingola.
Join us on an internship or volunteer in Zambia project working on a community or wildlife initiatives to make valid contributions to the long-term goals of local projects and explore a world unlike any you’ve seen before!
WHY INTERN OR VOLUNTEER IN ZAMBIA WITH KAYA?
- You can become an intern or volunteer in Zambia on one of our projects for anywhere between 2-12 weeks.
- Kaya’s internship and volunteer work in Zambia are available to start throughout the year.
- All of our projects work towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Kaya provides all volunteers and interns with accommodation for the duration of their trip.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Zambia Travel FAQs
Are NGO volunteer jobs in Zambia ethical?
Yes! Here at Kaya, our mission is to provide ethical and responsible travel options that can provide local communities and environments with volunteers to help drive impactful change. We would not list a project on our site that was not ethical in any way. You can be sure that our volunteer projects and internships in Zambia are ethical and work towards change for the better.
Do I need a visa to volunteer in Zambia?
For travellers with passports that have 6-month validity, you can stay in Zambia without a visa for 90 days. If you are volunteering in Africa for longer than 90 days, you will need to apply for a volunteer visa and extend it however many times you need. Our Kaya Advisors are happy to help with this or, if you have any questions prior to volunteering, feel free to contact us!
Why do Public Health Internship in Zambia?
Our Public Health Internships in Zambia are very impactful and can provide a large insight into the lives of the community and how other public health systems work. If you are studying public health, have medical degrees or perhaps have past experience as a professional, you will be greatly valued in Zambia!
Why is volunteering in Zambia important?
Volunteering abroad is important for many different reasons. As a volunteer in Zambia, you can impact the lives and livelihoods of those in need, whilst also immersing yourself in a different culture and gaining new experiences. Zambia’s rural and disadvantaged communities haven’t been invested in and therefore, many families live in poverty. By volunteering in Zambia, you will be able to assist our on-the-ground team members in giving these communities a fair share!
Is volunteer work in Zambia safe?
Zambia is considered a very safe place for tourists and volunteers to travel to! We have sent hundreds of volunteers and interns to Zambia and have had nothing but positive feedback and amazing pictures of the amazing work that is carried out there. If you have any queries at all, be sure to read our safety blog and/or reach out to one of our Kaya Advisors, who will be happy to help with any questions.
Easy 4-step application process
APPLY ONLINE
Apply online and pay your application fee to apply for your space on your chosen project. Our advisors will then contact you to guide you through the next steps.
TELEPHONE INTERVIEW
Once we’ve received your application, we’ll review your details and be in touch to arrange your informal telephone interview with your Kaya Placement Advisor.
CONFIRMATION
Following your interview, we will provide you a placement offer. Once you are ready to confirm your placement and dates, you can pay your confirmation fee to book and secure your space.
GET PREPARED
When you have confirmed your project dates we’ll send you your Welcome Pack and lots of other helpful information to assist you with preparing for your placement.