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
Nov 05, 2024
63 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

4.86 Rating
based on 302 reviews
  • 5 rating 86.42%
  • 4 rating 13.58%
  • 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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Andre
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Warriors

Warriors was an incredible experience for me. I came to realize that every single day has the potential to be filled with adventure, growth and purpose. A few days here felt like weeks have passed. Simply because we made something out of every day. We were constantly busy and up for new adventures. As a group we grow with every experience. We support, encourage and love each other like a big family.

Integrity, teamwork, responsibility, positive attitude as well as respect are core values which we learn to implement in our lives. I was inspired in so many different ways and recommend this program to anyone who is willing to stretch their comfort zone into new dimensions.

92 people found this review helpful.
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Tom
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Tom’s review

This quest were the best 7 weeks of my life, and I never going to forget this amazing experience!! We did al the cool stuff you can do in life, like bungjee jumping, skydiven, kloofing and rafing! And al the people you met are absolutere incredible. Basecamp is the best Place ever. Already after 1 week its going to feel like home. Al the MAI’s and facilitators are incredible and sooo funny. They help you with everything and theyre always there when you need them

Pros
  • Al the young people
  • The places where we stayed
  • All the adventures!!!
Cons
  • 3 weeks no Phone…
  • Maybe not enough free time
  • Cant think About something else
83 people found this review helpful.
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Lincoln
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Warriors Academy

I really loved my time at warriors. I got a chance to face my fear of heights and conquer it through bungee jumping and skydiving! The staff are very supportive and really want what’s best for you. I would definitely recommend this program for anyone who loves having adventures in the outdoors. There is also an element of traveling that I found really appealing this quest. We went on a three week Cape Town trip exploring local malls and even hiking up table mountain. The view was absolutely beautiful!

Pros
  • Staff
  • Support
  • Activities
65 people found this review helpful.
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Fay
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Warriors gap year

It was a beautiful experience. Mentaly and physcially it changed me in a good way. Loved the people here and the activeties. You overcome your fears with the creazy thinks you do hear. the guidance here was great and they help you through everything if you don't succeed. they push you until you can no longer do what is a good thing. It feels like you have become a family here with the people here. you become super close with everyone and it feels like you have known everyone for years I loved this.

Pros
  • Conections
  • Mentaletie
  • physcially
Cons
  • Early wake ups
59 people found this review helpful.
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Sam
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Warriors academy

During the quest at warriors I had the best time, learning many new skills and techniques which help me develop myself. Meeting new people and being accepted into the warriors family, everyone is super friendly and kind. Overall it was a amazing experience and I would love to do it again. I suggest this program to anyone who enjoys learning new skills and techniques along with people who enjoy out door activities, I personally have only been here for one quest but if I knew about warriors academy before I would have done all 4 of the quests.

Pros
  • Learning new skills and techniques
  • Making new bonds and friendships
Cons
  • None
29 people found this review helpful.
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leopold
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

best gap year program ever!

This gap year program helps students develop personally and mentally with the helps of workshops and crazy adventure’s! i enjoyed every second of the 4th quest and am excited for next 3 quest! The quest and friends i made were amazing, you make friends for life here. The connection between the warriors, MAI’s and facilitators are so good, they become your family! I will defiantly miss every single person of this quest, luckily for me the future MAI’s will be there next year as well! I can’t wait till next quest!

Pros
  • skydiving
  • orange river rafting trip
  • survival
28 people found this review helpful.
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Olivia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Once in a life time experience adventuring in SA

I signed up to Warriors academy because I wanted to push my mental and physical limits; Warriors gave me numerous opportunities to do this over the course of the 7 weeks I was there, and provided incredible support and guidance throughout.
The values Warriors promotes are gratitude, integrity, collaboration and compassion, and I truly felt that everyone involved pushed themselves to demonstrate these every single day. This created an incredible team, with everyone encouraging and celebrating each other.
Both the facilitators, and all the MAIs were absolutely incredible; they were super encouraging and supportive, and attentive to anything we made need help with (whether it was emotional support, or fixing bikes, carrying heavy bags etc). Most importantly, they all had incredible positive attitudes towards everything, which hugely uplifted the entire team, and generally created an atmosphere of energy and enthusiasm.
The other Warriors were also hugely welcoming and generous, and made a massive effort to welcome the newbies.
This quickly made the team feel like a family, and the love and support I received from everyone quickly made me feel like a valued part of that.

Overall, Warriors provided an incredible, varied programme packed with adventure, new experiences, and huge opportunity for personal development. It’s hard to just stay for one quest, as you’ll undoubtedly want to join for the rest !

Pros
  • Amazing leadership team
  • Varied programme
  • Amazing location
Cons
  • Missed out on some activities that were listed
65 people found this review helpful.
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Dhiyaar
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Warriors Academy

I had the most incredible experience with Warriors Academy! From the moment I signed up, I was blown away by the organization and attention to detail. The variety of activities they offered catered to every adventurer's dream – from thrilling mountain hikes to heart-pounding cycles. The knowledgeable guides (MAI's and Facilitators) were not only experts in their fields but also fantastic companions, ensuring both safety and fun. The program's commitment to sustainable travel practices impressed me, showing a genuine concern for the environment. The accommodations were comfortable, and the food was delicious and locally sourced. I couldn't have asked for a better way to challenge myself, meet like-minded explorers, and create memories that will last a lifetime. This adventure program deserves a solid five stars for exceeding all my expectations!

Pros
  • The people
  • The environment
  • The co-ordination
Cons
  • None
  • None
  • None
67 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