• Zero Hunger

Support Farmers in Rural Villages

location
4 - 50 weeks  ·  Age 16 - 50+
rating  Fantastic 4.5  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Excellent response rate

Especially good for

Age 16+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups

About the program

Farming project is designed for those volunteers who enjoy the more physical aspect of volunteering and don’t mind getting their hands dirty.

About Us

SAVO-Ghana is one of the fastest growing volunteer organizations in Ghana. We are dedicated to give meaningful and affordable volunteer programs across Ghana.Samba Africa Voluntary Organization has demonstrated its ability to develop and permanently institute long-term solutions to pressing ...

About the program

About Us

SAVO-Ghana is one of the fastest growing volunteer organizations in Ghana. We are dedicated to give meaningful and affordable volunteer programs across Ghana.Samba Africa Voluntary Organization has demonstrated its ability to develop and permanently institute long-term solutions to pressing orphanage issues and health problems in the country, the true way of assisting people.

Project Aims

Samba Africa Voluntary Organizations aim is to succeed in sustainable advances in health care as well as in the orphanage homes by implementing health education programs and providing humanitarian assistance.

About the Program

Farming is the primary economic activity of most people living in rural villages in Ghana, yet many communities are unable to produce enough food. Samba Africa Voluntary Organization  and its volunteers contribute sustainable solutions to communities agricultural issues and help preserve natural resources. SAVO works with volunteers to increase agricultural productivity through improved seeds and farming practices, improve access to markets so farmers can profitably sell their surplus food while integrating projects that often combine vegetable gardening, livestock management and nutrition education.

Voluntary Work

Volunteers on the project will have a lot of freedom to pursue their passion within the field.
The Farming Program is especially suitable for those who are interested in agriculture and food security, environmental science, natural resources, ecology, international development and public health. The specific tasks volunteers carry out  are depending on the project and the season.

Typical day

Volunteers on the project do hands-on work that leaves a lasting impact on farming communities in need. By assisting throughout the numerous steps of the agricultural process, volunteers are able to be immersed in the local agriculture scene, learn about sustainable farming methods and agriculture ...

Typical day

Volunteers on the project do hands-on work that leaves a lasting impact on farming communities in need. By assisting throughout the numerous steps of the agricultural process, volunteers are able to be immersed in the local agriculture scene, learn about sustainable farming methods and agriculture processes at the rural level.

Typical Weekly Farm Volunteer Tasks in Season

Monday & Tuesday 7:00-14:00 – Weeding, Soil and Field Maintenance

Wednesday 7:00-14:00 – Seeding, Planting,and Watering 

Thursday 7:00-14:00 – Harvesting, 

Friday 7:00-14:00 – Seeding, Planting, Weeding, Field Maintenance

Free-time activities

Weekends, are free days to volunteers. You may choose to travel out of town to see the many interesting sights and sounds in other parts of Ghana or hang out with your fellow volunteer(s) and/or locals in the neighborhood.

Weekend trips available include visits to Mole National Park in the Northern ...

Free-time activities

Weekends, are free days to volunteers. You may choose to travel out of town to see the many interesting sights and sounds in other parts of Ghana or hang out with your fellow volunteer(s) and/or locals in the neighborhood.

Weekend trips available include visits to Mole National Park in the Northern Region of Ghana. This National Park offers a great Safari-like experience and is one of the biggest Elephant Sanctuaries in Africa with the chance to spot Lions, Leopards & Antelopes in their natural habitat.
Volunteers can also take a trip to Cape Coast in the Central Region of Ghana to relax in the beautiful beaches and see the famous Cape Coast castle, the Kakum Canopy walkway and Elmina castle, where slave trade begun.

Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 16 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 16 years old on the program start date.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (basic level)

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 08:00 - 12:00

What's Included

What's Included

Services by Samba Africa Voluntary Organization

  • Airport pickup upon arrival
  • Hotel and meals bills in Accra upon arrival, before transfer to Kumasi/ Final Destination
  • Transport to host family / project site on First day
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Accommodation
  • Utility Bills
  • Meals – Breakfast, Lunch and Super (Dinner)
  • Samba T-Shirt
  • Free Sim Card/Data Sim

Airport Pickup at Kotoka International Airport

On the day (or night) of your arrival, SAMBA AFRICA VOLUNTEERING (SAVO) staffs will be at the airport to welcome you and transfer you to a hotel with air-conditioned rooms and restaurant only in the night of your arrival, Orientation and transportation to your assigned placement will be done the next morning following your arrival day but arrival in day time you will be transported to your destination (KUMASI).

Accommodation

The accommodation belongs to the host-families. There are always other people in the house as well; and they would be willing to give you some assistance. You would be placed in the same location with another volunteer - unless you specifically state that you like to be stayed alone. Participants coming as a couple or pair will not be placed with other volunteers in the same bedroom. The volunteer(s) have their separate room - with a lock .

Food & Beverages

Host families will provide volunteers with breakfast, lunch and dinner during the working week.

Breakfast is usually ready by around 7am; however volunteer can eat later if you prefer to get up late. Lunch is usually packed by your host family in a lunch box so that you can eat at your project if you wish. Dinner is usually served around 6pm.

If you have special eating needs, you can inform us. Even though special eating needs are not something we can guarantee, we will do our best to meet your needs.

Internet Access

Good access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ghana. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Ghana provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in Ghana you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Ghana. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

START DATES: Flexible

Airport pickup info:

On the day (or night) of your arrival, Samba Africa Voluntary (SAVO) Staffs will be at the Accra Kotoka International airport to welcome you And transfer you to a hotel with air-conditioned rooms and restaurant only in the night of your arrival, Orientation and transportation to your Assigned placement will be done the next morning following your arrival day but arrival in day time you will be transported to our office in Kumasi.

Safety
your well-being while volunteering with us is our priority. We make sure your trip is safe and S.A.V.O– Ghana staff will provide whatever support you may need at any step along the way. We see to it that work being done at our projects is genuinely worthwhile and that it will have a positive impact on the aims of the project. We also save time in checking the legitimacy of the project and ensure a safe working environment for you.

Benefits to you
Samba Africa-Ghana travel experience offers you the chance to work on a volunteer project overseas. It offers you the simplicity of a package holiday with all the rewards of independent travel. A donation is made to the project, orientation, placement, assistance and adjustment, program and volunteer co-ordination/ staff support.

We assist in medical care in case a volunteer falls sick during his/her stay in Ghana

Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

4 weeks (min. stay) 1,103€
7 weeks 1,720€
11 weeks 2,555€
19 weeks 4,225€
50 weeks (max. stay) 9,230€
Average fees 230€/week

Program fees

230€ per week 4 - 50 weeks Age 16 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES

Duration

4 - 50 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with Samba Africa Voluntary Organization during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

Meet your organization

Samba Africa Voluntary Organization

Fantastic 4.5 rating (8 reviews)

Non-profit - founded in 2001

Verified by Volunteer World

  Excellent response rate

Coordinated by

Daniel

About the project

SAVO is a volunteer driven non-profit NGO based in Ghana which aims to provide best opportunities for the needy people in under privileged community

Meet your organization

Founded in 2011, Samba Africa has been able to provide many solutions to health problems as well as the orphanage homes with the aim of helping people to help them.

Samba Africa Voluntary Organization (SAVO) has demonstrated its ability to develop and permanently institute long-term solutions to pressing orphanage issues and health problems in the country, the true way of assisting people.

We are committed to the world’s new health issues by playing an important role forging new alliances among people on the front lines of health and together seek new solutions.

Our aim is to succeed in sustainable advances in health care as well as the orphanage homes by implementing health education programs and providing humanitarian assistance.

SAVO-Ghana is one of the fastest growing volunteer organizations in Ghana. We are dedicated to give meaningful and affordable volunteer program across Ghana.

8 reviews · rating4.5

Lee Bartnik rating4.6

2015 at Support Farmers in Rural Villages

I would wholeheartedly recommend volunteering in Ghana to anyone interested in a year out or spending time in Africa. Volunteering and staying with local family enabled me to come to a far greater understanding of the country and its people than I would have had if I had just been traveling and ...
Augustin Renders rating4.8

2023 at Rural Community Development

Je suis parti deux semaines avec cette organisation et il s'agit d'une expérience que je n'oublierai jamais. Tout était parfait, la famille d'accueil est incroyable et le coordinateur est très présent pour chaque besoin. ..
Eveline van Broek rating2.8

2023 at A Medicne and Health Care Apprentice

Ik heb in april 2 weken vrijwilligers werk gedaan in het Kumasi South Hospital, op de 1e hulp afdeling, Ik heb hier vooral geobserveerd. Het was heel interessant Maar ik heb niet het gevoel gehad dat ik iets heb bij kunnen dragen aan de zorg. Het gast gezin was geweldig, wat een hartelijke familie, ...
Alfredo Caranna rating5

2022 at Youth BasketBall Coach

Certainly one of the most exciting experiences of our life. Daniel directed us well. The family that gave us accommodation always available for every request. We taught sports in the school where we found a wonderful environment. People who have little but have never allowed themselves to ask us ...
Linnea rating4.6

2017 at Teaching Assistant for Children

After the S.A.V.O language and cultural orientation program, I did Teaching project for twelve months. I taught in a primary school. It was an amazing experience to learn and be part of another culture quite different to my own. The experience helped me to realize what I want to do with my life, ...
My volunteer to Ghana was one of the best ever trip i have ever made in my life. People there are very friendly, great hospitality I can honestly say that this volunteering experience has been the best experience of my life. I went to Ghana with Samba Africa Voluntary Org and expecting so much ...

Location

Africa > Western Africa > Ghana > Kumasi

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