Spend your days riding horses, learning practical equestrian skills, and living in one of South Africa’s most spectacular coastal destinations.
Based in the beautiful town of Plettenberg Bay along the famous Garden Route, you’ll become part of a welcoming local horse centre where every day offers new opportunities to care for horses, improve your riding, and experience authentic South African life.
What Sets Us Apart
For over 30 years, International Working Holidays has helped turn dreams into destinations, providing safe, ethical, and truly unforgettable work and volunteer experiences worldwide. Every project is carefully vetted, with secure accommodations, trained staff, and 24/7 support. We handle the details so you can focus on the impact.
Ready to Explore?
Live the horse lover's dream while improving your riding, caring for incredible horses, and experiencing the breathtaking beauty of South Africa's Garden Route.
Whether you’re completely new to horses or already an experienced rider, this programme is tailored to your confidence and ability. You’ll gain hands-on experience in horse care while enjoying plenty of free time to explore stunning beaches, forests, hiking trails, and everything this incredible region has to offer.
New volunteers arrive every Monday throughout the year (subject to availability), with placements available from 2 to 8 weeks. We recommend staying for 5 weeks to get the most from your experience.
Highlights
- Horse Adventures Await: Care for horses, improve your riding, and experience life at a South African horse centre.
- Live the Equestrian Lifestyle: Care for horses, ride daily, and immerse yourself in South Africa's horse community.
- Your Horse Adventure Starts Here: Ride, learn, and care for horses in beautiful Plettenberg Bay.
- Saddle Up for Adventure: Gain hands-on horse care experience while exploring South Africa's stunning Garden Route.
- Ride, Learn, Explore: Develop your riding skills and care for horses in one of South Africa's most scenic destinations.
- Experience Life with Horses: Build practical equine skills while living and volunteering at a welcoming horse centre.
- From Stable to Saddle: Learn, ride, and care for horses every day in the heart of South Africa's Garden Route.
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