Explore with Africa United Volunteers
Our Story
We are Barry and Cathy Levendall, both born and bred in an area of the deep South Peninsula of the Western Cape called Simonstown. We have been married for 40 years and have always been involved in youth ministry and, of late, volunteerism through Africa United Volunteers. Our home in Goodwood, Cape Town, South Africa, has been opened to volunteers since 2012 and we have enjoyed providing a professional, safe, and homely environment for all volunteers from around the world.
Our aim is to offer quality, affordable volunteering experiences as well as the opportunity to be immersed in our local culture discovering Cape Town. We provide young people, from all over the world, the opportunity to come to Cape Town, South Africa, and experience our cultures and build relationships with our people. The Volunteer Programme offers students and volunteers the opportunity to stay with local host families, and enjoy the local meals prepared by the family. They also have the option of enjoying meals in local restaurants of their choice when sightseeing. As local community members, we have extensive knowledge of the various communities in and around the city of Cape Town, which enables us to offer first-hand experience and advice to the student/volunteer. We will provide real insight into Cape Town’s culture, history, landscape through orientation and local community placement and provide the opportunity for genuine interaction with the local people. Respect for the locals, their cultures, religion and environment are essential to operate a successful volunteer programme. All our students/volunteers placed in the local community must abide by the Code of Conduct “respecting the local culture”. Volunteers also have the opportunity to explore the scenic beauty of South Africa whereby we offer tours of Cape Town and the Western Cape. A local guide and agencies are used with the understanding to offer a true cultural experience.
Our Location
We are based in the beautiful suburb of Goodwood which is 16.5km from Cape Town Central Business District (CBD). A 13.5km drive from Cape Town International Airport and 10 minutes away from the largest mall in the Western Cape, known as Canal Walk in Century City. Bus stops and train facilities are less than 500 metres from our location.
Our Home
Our home includes four bedrooms, with the main bedroom reserved for the hosts.
All rooms are fitted with the following:
- Double or twin beds
- Pillows and ample bedding
- Electricity points
- Ceiling fan
- Cupboards (packing and hanging space)
- Flat screen TV with USB ports
- Washing basket
- 1 window with blinds and curtains
- With access to full bathroom: Shower, Toilet, Basin, Bath












