Location
  • South Africa
Length
4 - 52 weeks

Program Details

Activities
Animal Viewing Boating Bungee Jumping Camping Canoeing Canyoning City Exploring Cliff Jumping Cycling Dancing Hiking Horseback Riding Kayaking Mountain Biking Mountain Climbing Rafting Remote Exploring Rock Climbing Safari Sailing Scuba Diving Sightseeing Sky Diving Snorkeling Swimming Trekking Wine Tasting Yoga
Timeframe
Fall Spring Summer Winter Year Round
Housing
Cabin Hostel Rondavel Tent
Primary Language
English
Age Min.
17
Age Max
25

Pricing

Starting Price
6200
Price Details
Cost includes:
Accommodation
Food
Activities
Courses
Professional coaching services
Travelling
Training materials
Registrations and equipment as per activities

Excludes:
Laundry services
Personal pocket money
Personal gear such as bicycle, camping gear, hiking gear and tents (Can be rented from Rene)
Activities outside of prospectus
Medical emergencies
Transport to and from Warriors Academy at the start and finish of each Quest (Transport can be arranged on request)
Emergency transportation to doctors or other related services
Medical and Travel Insurance (US students it is pre-requisite to get travel and medical insurance from iNext, to be added to your account)
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Some Activities Some Equipment Meals Park Fees Some Park Fees Tour Guide Transportation Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare Domestic Airfare Airport Transfers SIM cards Travel Insurance Visa
May 04, 2023
Jun 06, 2024
60 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Are you looking for an adventure Gap Year in South Africa? Then look no further than the Warriors Academy. Our internationally accredited gap year program is the perfect combination of travel, fun, adventure and self-development.
You can expect to have new and exhilarating experiences while meeting people from around the world. During this year, you will be mentally and physically pushed out of your comfort zones. You will be supported, guided and tick off an array of bucket list items while learning more about yourself and your potential.
Our Gap Year program is structured to include four 7-week Quests. Each Quest has its own set of adventure activities, soft skill workshops and personal mentoring sessions.
You are able to do any number of quests or all four as part of our full Gap Year program!

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Program Highlights

  • Warriors Academy is accredited by the International Gap Year Association
  • Warriors Academy provides a comprehensive variety of training, activities, experiences and travel
  • Our program is highly structured with a focus on personal growth and development
  • We have highly qualified, trained and experienced facilitators
  • Warriors Academy is international and multicultural

Program Reviews

4.87 Rating
based on 291 reviews
  • 5 rating 86.94%
  • 4 rating 13.06%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Housing 4.6
  • Support 4.9
  • Fun 4.9
  • Value 4.9
  • Safety 4.8
  • Program Selection 4.7
  • Pre-departure Help 5
  • In-program Support 5
  • Impact on Student 5
  • Value 5
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Aislinn
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

(: ♡

Warriors was definitely an experience I needed. I know now that I came here for a reason. Before Warriors I was unhappy without even knowing it. I came here with low expectations and was so surprised to find that it was perfect for me. There are no words I can strong together to properly describe how emence this journey is. If you feel like it’s not for you it definitely is for you (: From no exercise to suddenly having to do it every morning was an adjustment but so so worth is! I am happy as I am now!

What was your funniest moment?
The funniest or best moment is when the whole group is together watching the YouTube videos of Warriors. Everyone is laughing whenever they see their faces and it’s so genuine and happy. They make me happy (:
53 people found this review helpful.
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Etienne
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing Gap Year Program

This Gap Year Program is perfect for someone who wants an adventure, eg. cycling, hiking, running and even something as crazy as a diving course in Mozambique. I personally also gained a lot of self confidence and structure on a day to day basis. The hiking that you will do is something to remember for the rest of your life. You also do some cool courses like a self-defense course and also a public speaking course that are both very helpful for the rest of your life. I would really refer this to a student.

What was your funniest moment?
The funny late night conversations with my friends.
49 people found this review helpful.
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Annabel
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Life changing!

I came to Warriors from America nervous to be in a new place and with new people. As soon as I reached base camp all of that changed. The warriors program if filled with the most supportive and kind people you ever met. The facilitators are always there to help and the group is amazing. I recommend warriors to anyone who loves outgoing, adventurous and all around awesome people. The adventures we went on were once in a lifetime, especially getting the opportunity to hike in the Kruger National Park. Come to warriors if you want to change your life!!!

46 people found this review helpful.
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Antoni
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A window into the world of self mastery and personal development

Coming to warriors I wasn't entirely sure what to expect, the program was unlike anything I've done before and I arrived taking everything with a grain of salt.

Throughout my 7 weeks during the quest there were many ups and downs, but I'd say the most meaningful part of warriors for me was its introduction to the concept of self mastery and its promotion of personal growth.

At Warriors they promote the idea that one can do anything once they have themselves in check which I found inspiring.

45 people found this review helpful.
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Gillaine
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Summer quest 2021

What an amazing well organized and supportive environment. It was tough for my daughter but pushed her boundaries emotionally and physically! She came out on the other side with way more confidence and enthusiasm for life.

The stories she came home with were ones of pure bliss. A lot of struggles for sure but when she speaks about it the struggles seem to fade and the good memories are the ones she remembered.

The self growth was amazing and introspection on Toltec gave her a new outlook that there are people worse off than her and she is not the only one in life ok with struggles.

Would recommend this strongly for anyone!! Thank you Warriors.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Having to ride bicycle on a Mai road with trucks whizzing past.
43 people found this review helpful.
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Monique
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Warriors Gap Year Program

It is the best thing my parents could’ve made me do warriors is such a comforting environment that promotes so much space for growth and self improvement.At warriors you get pushed out of your comfortzone more than you would like but it really plays a key role by doing this I have realised a great deal of self improvement, I left warriors with more knowledge and a strong sense of drive to keep on improving so that I can just keep bettering myself. Warriors has taught me to appreciating myself, the people around me and my environment. Warriors is just one of the best places if you want to achieve growth or personal development and you will just realise that you have so much potential .The people at warriors just make the experience and they truly feel like family. I wouldn’t trade the experiences I’ve had at warriors for anything there is so much adventure, thrill and self improvement that you find in this gap year program I am just grateful that I have the opportunity to do the Autumn Quest and I am soooo excited !!!

48 people found this review helpful.
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Coen
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Not a bad 7 weeks

I wasn't sure what I was getting myself into when I arrived. I just came to have a good time and make some great memories and I definitely did. But it didn't stop there! Warriors gives you the perfect opportunity to push yourself and explore your boundaries. Apart from all that, you'll make some amazing friends, among both other 'Warriors' and the incredibly friendly and supportive staff. It will be different from what you expect when you arrive but for anyone unsure whether they should sign up, I promise you won't regret it

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
1. Bring a jur of Nutella
2. Bring a second jar of Nutella

46 people found this review helpful.
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Bob
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Warriors programme summer quest

I really enjoyed warriors. Its a place Where You learn a lot and have a lot of fun at the same time. I would recommend warriors to anyone. If you like hiking and cycling this is the place for you. At the warriors you will excercise a lot so if you want to lose weight this is a good choice. The programme also really helps with your selfperspective. If you want to make more and even better friends than you already had go the warriors. I liked the trips the most where you do a lot of different stuff.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
The kruger hike I have seen so many execitings things like a elephant from a fewmeters and other animals.
45 people found this review helpful.

Questions & Answers

Yes, it is. Application for all the various programs is open for 2022

average age between 17 and 23. We've had the exceptions

No need to be super fit. We start of with basic exercise and build each participants fitness