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Tanzania is in East Africa and is bordered by Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique. It also borders the Indian Ocean to the east. A visit to Tanzania will offer you unforgettable travel experience. The Tanzania Volunteer Summer Program from Volunteering Solutions starts with an orientation and dinner. It covers informative session on the needs of local communities, language, currency, and how to be safe in Tanzania. As a part of program, you will have opportunity to camp by the 'Dar es Salaam' beaches and enjoy the cool sea breeze. You will also visit Bagamoyo and other old historical sites. In addition, there will be a photo stop and a visit to unique cultural centers and sculptures market.
Program Details & Itinerary
Day 1 - July 1st 2008 / 2008 - Orientation and Welcome dinner for the group at night.
Arrival will be at Mwalimu Julius Nyerere International Airport, Dar es Salaam. You will be met by Volunteering Solutions co-coordinator in Tanzania as well as local staff. You will then be transferred to your host for some rest. You will have opportunity to email or call friends and relatives to let them know you have arrived safely.
In the evening, you will leave for orientation and dinner. These will take place at Slip way Masaki Restaurant. The restaurant has a superb cuisine. A wide range of foods are available. Specialties include a big choice of fish, all freshly caught and cooked. A variety of vegetarian dishes as well as steak and poultry are also available. A selection of desserts and drinks will be on offer.
Day 2 - Culture Program & Orientation with language.
In this meeting, the volunteer coordinator will give you important information about many things including safety, malaria, Tanzania food, shopping, clothing, cultural restrictions, money etc.
Orientation manuals will be distributed and a review of other material such as maps etc done. Information and profiles of the home-stay hosts will be introduced in this meeting.
In addition, you will be introduced to the profile of local communities where you will work. Issues such as eradication of poverty, combating HIV/AIDS, skills deficiency, business and economic development will be discussed.
You will also be introduced to basic Swahili phrases. If the volunteer would like to learn more Swahili, an optional 2 hour interactive language session can be arranged at a local language centre.
Day 3 – Culture program and visit to the malls
Volunteers will visit Kijiji cha Makumbusho for a cultural immersion program. Different aspects of Tanzanian culture are displayed at Kijiji cha Makumbusho. At Kijiji cha Makumbusho, you can also get an insight of the lifestyle of ethnic groups such as Masai, Chagga, Meru, Nyamwezi, Sukuma, Makonde, Gogo, Pare, Haya and Kuria. You will also enjoy a fun lunch of traditional Tanzania cuisine such as wali, ughali, chapatti, pilau etc.
Volunteers will also visit major malls in Dar es Salaam including Mlimani City, May Fair Plaza, Millenium Tower, Heiderry Plaza and Shoprite.
Day 4 – Dar es Salaam and surrounding areas sight seeing
Starting from Dar es Salaam, volunteers will drive to Bagamoyo and get opportunity to see the majestic scenery of the ancient city. Volunteers will then drive down the Badeko Beach Resort for lunch. You can relax in the afternoon, swim, surf or enjoy a boat ride, and the cool ocean breeze.
Dinner and overnight stay will be by the Badeko Oceanside (camping). The nice coastal Taarab music and disco are live at night for those who would want a little indulgence.
Day 5 – 3 weeks volunteering at an orphanage
On day 5, volunteers will be taken to the project site – Oysterbay Children’s Home. You will be met and greeted by orphanage manager. You will receive some orientation as well as details about the orphanage.
Duties at the orphanage include:
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Teaching the children English and helping with their homework after school.
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Organizing educational and creative activities for the children (games, art, music, etc.)
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Building structures, painting, assisting in maintenance and keeping the children’s home clean.
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Assisting children with preparing for school in the morning, as well as helping with and monitoring their cleanliness of the children.
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Assisting with the cooking, washing of dishes, laundry, etc.
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Teaching the children common courtesies, moral education etc.
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Helping the Children’s home management to improve the general conditions of the home.
Last 2 days – Jungle Safari & farewell dinner.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to visit the breathtaking beach at Kipepeo beach club which is one of Tanzania’s most popular beach as most species of oceanic creatures found in the country including the “Big sea shells” live here. Overnight stay will be at the beach.
Volunteers will also be shown Makonde market and other places where they can purchase souvenirs and other special gifts.
The opportunity to witness the lifestyle and culture of the Tanzanian people will give you an exhilarating and unforgettable Tanzanian volunteer experience.
Program Fee
For the program of 4 weeks $1895 per person
(After 4 weeks of program duration for extra per week for volunteering only $195 per week)
Cost Includes
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Following services are included:
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Meeting and pickup at the airport.
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All transfers with private or public transport for:
a) Introductory week
b) Local sightseeing programs
c) All excursions included in the programs
d) Local transport to project premises
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Nairobi sightseeing during the introductory week.
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Accommodation provided by Volunteering Solutions on twin/triple sharing basis during the program.
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All meals - during the introductory week and working.
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Filtered water - during the introductory week and working. All materials such as colored pencils, paper, sports equipment etc that are needed for the various activities throughout the program.
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Jungle Safari 2 days.
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Information for independent excursions during the weekends
Apart from the program fee
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