{"id":8309,"date":"2019-12-11T10:40:43","date_gmt":"2019-12-11T10:40:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/?p=8309"},"modified":"2020-01-23T09:41:55","modified_gmt":"2020-01-23T09:41:55","slug":"spend-your-gap-year-in-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/2019\/12\/11\/spend-your-gap-year-in-south-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"Spend Your Gap Year in South Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"741\" height=\"746\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/70160279_2415901121798893_3987977829844254720_n-3.jpg\" 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https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/A39-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/A39-600x594.jpg 600w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/A39-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/A39-300x297.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/A39-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Night-campsite-Namibia-1-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7350\" data-link=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=7350\" class=\"wp-image-7350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Night-campsite-Namibia-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Night-campsite-Namibia-1-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Night-campsite-Namibia-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Night-campsite-Namibia-1-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"583\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/ACACIA_AFRICA_CREATIVES_AUGUST_0818-07-1024x583.jpg\" alt=\"ACACIA_AFRICA_CREATIVES_AUGUST_0818-07\" data-id=\"6386\" data-link=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/12\/why-travelling-off-the-beaten-track-in-africa-is-the-best-thing-youll-ever-do\/acacia_africa_creatives_august_0818-07\/\" class=\"wp-image-6386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/ACACIA_AFRICA_CREATIVES_AUGUST_0818-07-1024x583.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/ACACIA_AFRICA_CREATIVES_AUGUST_0818-07-600x342.jpg 600w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/ACACIA_AFRICA_CREATIVES_AUGUST_0818-07-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/ACACIA_AFRICA_CREATIVES_AUGUST_0818-07-768x437.jpg 768w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/ACACIA_AFRICA_CREATIVES_AUGUST_0818-07.jpg 1201w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align:center\">Are you wondering what to do with yourself? <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align:center\"> Do you enjoy learning new things all while exploring? <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align:center\">Then Acacia Africa has the answer for you&#8230; <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align:center\">Spend Your Gap Year exploring the incredible and diverse country of South Africa <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Garden-Route-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"8009\" data-link=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/16\/one-adventure-is-never-enough\/garden-route-2\/\" class=\"wp-image-8009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Garden-Route-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Garden-Route-2-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Garden-Route-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Garden-Route-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Garden-Route-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Leopard-Kruger-South-Africa-770x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7013\" data-link=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=7013\" class=\"wp-image-7013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Leopard-Kruger-South-Africa-770x1024.jpg 770w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Leopard-Kruger-South-Africa-600x798.jpg 600w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Leopard-Kruger-South-Africa-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Leopard-Kruger-South-Africa-768x1022.jpg 768w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Leopard-Kruger-South-Africa-scaled.jpg 1924w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hermanus_Western-Cape-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7871\" data-link=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/16\/where-to-live-your-best-beach-life\/hermanus_western-cape-2\/\" class=\"wp-image-7871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hermanus_Western-Cape-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hermanus_Western-Cape-2-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hermanus_Western-Cape-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hermanus_Western-Cape-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hermanus_Western-Cape-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/MND4-Lake-Nakuru-NP-Black-Rhino-1024x591.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7017\" data-link=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=7017\" class=\"wp-image-7017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/MND4-Lake-Nakuru-NP-Black-Rhino-1024x591.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/MND4-Lake-Nakuru-NP-Black-Rhino-600x346.jpg 600w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/MND4-Lake-Nakuru-NP-Black-Rhino-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/MND4-Lake-Nakuru-NP-Black-Rhino-768x443.jpg 768w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/MND4-Lake-Nakuru-NP-Black-Rhino.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7979\" data-link=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/16\/connect-with-africa-forget-about-the-gram\/2-4\/\" class=\"wp-image-7979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2.jpg 720w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/2-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Durban-Ciry-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7878\" data-link=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/16\/where-to-live-your-best-beach-life\/durban-ciry-4\/\" class=\"wp-image-7878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Durban-Ciry-4.jpg 600w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Durban-Ciry-4-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align:center\">South Africa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-align:center\">Land of Possibility<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px\">Located at the southern tip of Africa with Atlantic and Indian Ocean coastlines. Bordered by Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe to the north, Mozambique and Swaziland to the east.  South Africa is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the African continent, and for good reason. With its breathtaking landscapes and vibey culture &#8211; it has become a magnet for travellers. Sharing in South Africa&#8217;s diversity, heritage and freedom &#8211; is a sure way to make a gap year worth every second spent exploring! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px\"> <strong>Acacia Africa<\/strong> offer a&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/search?tourStyles=all&amp;countries=1\" target=\"_blank\">vast range of adventures<\/a> that highlight the <strong>best of South Africa<\/strong>. From 3 days to 62 day tours. The latter being the perfect sabbatical and gap year journey!<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center\" class=\"has-background has-medium-font-size has-very-light-gray-background-color wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See all the Tour Options <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"HERE (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/search?tourStyles=all&amp;countries=1\" target=\"_blank\">HERE<\/a>   <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px\">Within South Africa can be found Kruger National Park, Cape Town and The Garden Route to name a few. South Africa is known for its diversity in cultures and languages, its population is estimated to be 49 million and has <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"eleven official languages (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/southafrica-info.com\/arts-culture\/11-languages-south-africa\/\" target=\"_blank\">eleven official languages<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-4 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Kurt-Safari-Kruger-Park-19.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"7757\" data-link=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=7757\" class=\"wp-image-7757\" 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https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/70728682_2402607626496450_2213551974568165376_n-300x223.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px;text-align:left\">One of the largest game reserves in Africa is <strong>Kruger National Park<\/strong>. It covers 19,485 sq kilometers and is home to Africa\u2019s \u2018big 5\u2019 \u2013 elephant, rhino, leopard, lion and buffalo. Kruger National Park has over 500 species of bird, 150 species of mammals (including some 12,000 elephants), 100 reptiles, 23,000 plant species and a variety of amphibians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px;text-align:left\">The <strong>Garden Route<\/strong> is one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in South Africa, and is home to the coastal villages of Plettenberg Bay, Knysna and Wilderness. This magnificent coastline is so peaceful that the rare African Oyster is able to breed undisturbed on its coastline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px\"><strong>Cape Town<\/strong> is famous for a variety of attractions that stretch from Table Mountain all the way down to the sea. With a rich history, vibrant culture, pearly white beaches, charming fishing villages, colourful floral reserves and numerous activities, including Robben Island and The Cape of Good Hope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px\"><strong>Durban<\/strong> is known for the historic Golden Mile (which has recently been refurbished!) Warm Indian Ocean beaches, laid back atmosphere with colourful flea markets and stretches of numerous quality restaurants with a view. A must is to try a delicious local dish, the Durban Curry. Home to uShaka Marine World, Africa\u2019s biggest marine theme park boasting the largest collection of sharks in the Southern Hemisphere. You may choose to partake in scuba diving or find your thrill on the water slides. For the more adventurous, take a leap from the &#8216;big swing&#8217; at the Moses Mabhida stadium which offers 360 degrees views of Durban. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px\">The <strong>Drakensberg Mountains<\/strong>.  This leading KwaZulu-Natal reserve offers wonderfully scenic views, lofty mountains and waterfalls in a prime location within the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park. There are many optional trails to explore on foot and on horseback. Walkers and hikers can enjoy short journeys which take about an hour, or longer excursions over a half or full day. This is a great way to explore the stunning picturesque surroundings at the foot of the Drakensberg, including the well-known Amphitheater rock face. The infamous <strong>Battlefields<\/strong> of Rorkes Drift. Soaked with the blood of thousands of British, Boer (Dutch-speaking farmers) and Zulu soldiers, the Battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal hold a deep-seated silence that speaks to the many lives lost here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px\"><strong>St Lucia<\/strong>, proclaimed a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1999. It was South Africa&#8217;s very first world heritage site! The area is locally known as iSimangaliso Wetland Park and is home to an abundance of wildlife. Hippo&#8217;s, Bush Baby&#8217;s, Red Duiker&#8217;s, the odd Leopard and the Leatherback and Loggerhead Turtles, to name a few. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center\" class=\"has-background has-medium-font-size has-very-light-gray-background-color wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/search?tourStyles=all&amp;countries=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"and much more!  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class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px;text-align:center\">On Acacia Tours there are numerous activities to keep you entertained, exploring and learning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px;text-align:center\">Here is a brief list of both optional&#8217;s and included activities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:17px;text-align:center\"> Panorama Route (Blyde River Canyon, Bourke&#8217;s Potholes, God&#8217;s Window) <br>Kruger National Park<br>St Lucia, iSimangaliso Wetlands<br>Wild Coast &amp; Transkei<br>Battlefields &amp; Rorke&#8217;s Drift<br>Drakensberg Mountains<br>Mountain Zebra National Park<br>Addo Elephant National Park<br>Garden Route: Tsitsikamma, Plettenberg Bay, Knysna, Wilderness, Bloukrans<br>Cango Caves<br>Cape Agulhas<br>Wildlife &#8211; the Big 5<br>Morning Game Drives<br>Night Game Drives <br>Sunset Game Drives<br>Boat Cruises<br>Cave Exploring<br>Historical Tours<br>Mountain Biking <br>Guided Bird Walks<br>Cultural Tours and Experiences<br>Cycle Tours<br>City Tours<br>uShaka Marine World <br>Moses Mabhida Stadium Big Swing<br>Surfing, Snorkelling and Scuba Diving<br>Rickshaw Rides<br>Hiking<br>Tugela Falls (Full Day Hike) <br>Horse Rides<br>Bird Watching<br>Bungee Jumping<br>Bridge Walks<br>Rafting\/Tubing <br>Bloukrans Bridge Exploring<br>Beach Walks<br>Hermanus Whale Watching\/Cruise<br>Shark Cage Diving<br>Robben Island Tour<br>Peninsula Exploring<br>Wine Tasting<br>Seasonal Fruit Picking<br>Trail Running<br>Volunteering\/Charity Work<br>Nelson Mandela and Heritage Experiences<br>Botanical Gardens <br>Shopping Experiences<br>Live Music<br>Dining Experiences<br>Nightlife and Theater  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p><strong> \u201cOccasionally students are admitted to Harvard or other colleges in part because they accomplished something unusual during a year off.<br> While no one should take a year off simply to gain admission to a particular college, time away almost never makes one a less desirable candidate or less well prepared for college<\/strong><em><strong>.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><strong>  <\/strong><\/p><p><strong>\u201cThe feedback from students almost all the time has been that this experience was transformative. The more life experience you bring, the better off you are in school.\u201d <\/strong><\/p><p><\/p><cite><br>William Fitzsimmons, dean of admissions and financial aid at Harvard University&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/best-colleges\/right-school\/timeline\/articles\/2010\/05\/19\/7-questions-to-ask-when-considering-a-gap-year\">promotes<\/a>&nbsp;gap years to his Ivy League students. <\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"146\" src=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Harvard_Wreath_Logo_1.svg_.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Harvard_Wreath_Logo_1.svg_.png 150w, https:\/\/acacia-africa.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Harvard_Wreath_Logo_1.svg_-50x50.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" 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