Program Duration & Flights

When planning your flight arrangements: Select Ideal Arrival Dates: We kindly advise you to consult our program calendar and aim to secure your arrival on one of our recommended “Best Arrival Dates.” Secure a Return Ticket: It’s important to ensure...

Important Arrival Information

Border Control and Baggage Collection: Upon arrival in Cape Town, expect to spend approximately 30-45 minutes clearing South African customs and collecting your baggage. It’s wise to carry a print copy of your return flight itinerary as proof that your stay...

Program Housing

We have a long standing partnership with a local housing provider, Rent-a-Room, which provides a variety of fully-furnished accommodation options in the vibrant neighborhood of Observatory. Accommodation costs are not included in your program fee, and making use of...

Alternative Housing Options

Most interns (95%) stay in Rent-a-Room program housing, however, if you would like to explore other options you can look at: -Airbnb -Hostels / Backpackers -Hotels / Guesthouses If you do decide to go this route, it is a good idea to stay in the neighborhood of...

Housing Logistics

Loadshedding in South Africa Load shedding, a common occurrence in South Africa, is when the electricity supply is deliberately turned off for a period of time because there isn’t enough power to meet the demand. This happens because the power system is strained...