T.R.E.K.S.
(Travel for Reflection, Empowerment, Knowledge & Sustainability)

​The word Sibanye means “together as one” in Xhosa. Xhosa is one of the eleven official languages of South Africa, the native tongue of Nelson Mandela, and one of the most spoken languages in the Western Cape, where our program is nestled.
 
Sibanye TREKS (Travel for Reflection, Empowerment, Knowledge & Sustainability) is founded on the principle that tremendous growth takes place when people work together for a common good. Sibanye participants come to the program to see themselves change by working to make a positive influence in the world. An experience of true immersion to the lifestyle of the locals: living, working, sharing with them and eventually seeing the world as they see it, allowing participants to put into action the potential that has been waiting to manifest. 

When? 

Anytime!
- Scheduled per each group's need
- Embark on a 12-14 day journey 

​Email here for more information!

Who?

• English-speaking men and women (Ages 16+)
• High school & / or University groups
• Group sizes are ideally 8-12 students
• Stand-alone trips or incorporate this immersion experience into your curriculum!
• Participants who are seeking an opportunity to gain perspectives on themselves and the world

Where? 

In beautiful Stellenbosch, South Africa. Stellenbosch is about 45 minutes from one of the most breathtaking and diverse cities in the world: Cape Town. Stellenbosch is surrounded by mountainous nature reserves, is just 20 minutes from the Indian Ocean, and hosts the large and prestigious Stellenbosch University.
 
South Africa has amazing cultural and biological diversity, rich history and amazing infrastructure, and at the same time, has deeply suffered the pain of segregation. The Cape region has everything that an adventure and purpose seeker wants: mountains, oceans, wildlife, myriad cultures and languages, tons of causes to join, experiential and formal education opportunities, and friendly people who speak English and at least one other language! 

PROGRAM SUMMARY

True immersion experience:

• An individualized itinerary that intentionally schedules and scaffolds each activity according to the group's needs and readiness for the next immersion experience.
• Engage with personal local mentors who walks alongside with you through the journey, with frequent check-ins and processing of the experience.
• Opportunity to participate in dinners with a local families for a true South African experience and bonds that will last a lifetime.
• Participate in Community Collaborative Empowerment Projects for resume-building opportunities to connect, learn, and contribute. 
• Opportunity to embark on a traditional "Rite of Passage" experience
• Enjoy adventure, recreation, education and exploration of beautiful South Africa!