Volunteer

Experience a different way of living.

Our Volunteers

We invite passionate volunteers to join us at Ricky’s Drift on a short or long term basis. We only take volunteers for a minimum of one week.

We offer accommodation and vegan food in exchange for 5 hours of work a day, Monday to Friday, with your weekends free to explore the farm, nearby town and nature reserves.

We ask for a contribution of R70 per day or R500 a week which includes transport to and from the nearest bus station, a fully stocked kitchen for you to make breakfast and dinner, a group lunch everyday and trips to town when we go.

There are plenty of different types of jobs to do on the farm: animal care, (horses, pigs and chickens), food production, (gardening, harvesting, preserving and cooking group meals), building, painting, community outreach and helping with our accommodation (cleaning and welcoming guests).  

We’re building a vibrant community and we would love volunteers to teach us about their passions, share their stories and contribute their own ideas to enhance our space.

To apply, click the button below and send us an email telling us about yourself, your interests and why you want to volunteer.

  • Jessica, April 2023
    I learned a lot about gardening and it was a pleasure to cook with all the food from the garden.
    Jessica, April 2023
  • Estelle, March 2023
    Within four weeks full off amazing experiences the farm became such a special part of me.
    Estelle, March 2023
  • Charlie, April 2023
    I liked it so much that I decided to stay for 6 weeks and I would always go back if I had the opportunity.
    Charlie, April 2023
  • Adrienne, January 2023
    A piece of my heart lives in the Karoo now <3
    Adrienne, January 2023

What to Pack:

  • Unscented Toiletries
  • Walking Shoes (Takkies, Gumboots, Hiking Boots Etc)
  • Gardening Gloves
  • Sun Hat/Cap
  • Clothes for Working in the Garden
  • Swimming Costume
  • Sun Screen
  • Torch
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