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2 Weeks Special Volunteer Program in Tanzania
2 Weeks Special Volunteer Program in Tanzania

Arusha, Tanzania

2 Weeks Special Volunteer Program in Tanzania

Trip Highlights

  • Volunteer in Tanzania for a span of 2 weeks and make a difference in the lives of the underprivileged people
  • Option to choose from different volunteering projects - Teach at a local school, opt for childcare or work at the local healthcare center
  • Indulge in knowing more about the culture and lifestyle of the indigenous people
  • The project is inclusive of trips to Tarangire National Park & Lake Manyara National Park
  • Get a chance to spot the Big 5 in their natural habitat

Overview

Overview

Be a part of 2 Weeks Special Volunteer Program in Tanzania With Volunteering Solutions, explore the safari mecca of Africa which is populated by the Big 5 (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino) and feel the chills while camping amidst the wilderness. in a span of 14 days, you'll get to meet some interesting and like-minded travelers from other parts of the world, work for the underprivileged communities living in and around Arusha, and broaden your social network.

This would be the perfect program for High School/ College students looking forward to having a short yet fun-filled learning volunteer experience abroad. Set out for exploring Tanzania like never before, and create memories that would last for a lifetime.


Program Requirements

Program Requirements

Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the time of joining the project. Participants should have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. Volunteers need to be flexible, open-minded and have a passion for working with children. You should also be proactive and have the ability to take initiative  All volunteers must provide a clean criminal background check report prior to joining the program. A parental consent form shall be required for Under 18 participants joining the program.


Schedule

Schedule

Day 1 (Sunday) – Arrive in Tanzania and transfer to Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania - Today you will be meet at Kilimanjaro International Airport and then transferred to the volunteer house in Arusha. The drive from Kilimanjaro Airport to Arusha is approx one hour.
Meals – Dinner at volunteer house, subject to arrival time.

Volunteer Abroad in Tanzania with Volunteering SolutionsDay 2 (Monday) – Orientation Session and Tour of Arusha
After breakfast, your program coordinator will give you detailed information about the locality, area, facilities, transport, places of interest, restaurants, recreation, and placement. The coordinator will also give you all information related to your program schedule and activities. This Orientation Session will be very useful for you during your entire stay in Tanzania. Later you will be going for a local area tour which will help you to get familiar with the place.
Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 3 (Tuesday) to Day 6 (Friday) – Volunteering In Arusha (Orphanage Volunteering, Teaching, or Medical Volunteering)
Your volunteer work will begin on Tuesday. Our program coordinator will accompany you from volunteer house to the program location on the first day to make you familiar with traveling in the country. He'll also introduce you to the local people at the placement.
Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
 

Volunteers enjoying the safari experience in Tanzania

Day 7 (Saturday) to Day 8 (Sunday) – Go on a 2 Day Camping Safari to Tarangire National Park & Lake Manyara 
The exciting weekend will begin as you will be going for amazing 2 Day Safari Tour. In this trip, you will be visiting Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park and enjoy the game drives. Accommodation will be provided in tents/camps, on sharing basis during the safari. It'll be an amazing opportunity for you to spot the BIG 5 of Africa. Don't forget to carry your camera, because you'll get to click some amazing shots! 2 bottles of mineral water per day, meals, entry fees and transfers are included in this trip.
Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 9 (Tuesday) to Day 13 (Friday) – Volunteering continues in Arusha
You will continue your volunteering and gain the rewarding experience. Your contribution will surely make a difference in the lives of the people you'll be working with. 
Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 14 (Saturday) – Program Ends
This day is free to relax. You can go for some souvenir shopping before leaving for the airport. You can contact our program coordinator if you would like to arrange for airport drop at an additional cost.

Living

Living

At Volunteering Solutions we try to provide best of the living arrangements to our international volunteers. So when in Tanzania, you do not have to worry about a single thing in the world and simply focus on your volunteer work. 

Airport Transfer

You will be met by our representative at Kilimanjaro International Airport in Kilimanjaro region from where you are transferred to the accommodations in Arusha. Volunteers can also arrive in Nairobi and take a direct shuttle or bus to Arusha. They will be picked up at the bus station.

Accommodation

Volunteer Accommodation is provided in a Volunteer Housing / Hostel type of accommodation. The accommodation will be shared along with other volunteers. The Volunteer housing is well equipped with comfortable facilities for the volunteers. The Volunteer house has a large common area for the volunteers to relax and socialize with other participants. The house has a seperate washing area where the volunteers can wash their clothes. For volunteers safety and security, the house is equipped with CCTV cameras and is guarded by a security guard as well.

Orientation

All volunteers will be provided with an orientation session by the local coordinator. Areas like safety, locations, transportation, things to see etc will be covered in the Orientation. After your orientation is over, you will be introduced to your project and given a tour of the local area and town.

Meals

Volunteers are provided with 3 meals in a day. Typical meals include Salads, Sandwiches, Ugali, Chapatti, Chai (Tea), Bread and rice, with vegetables and fruits. Breakfast and dinner are at the volunteer house while lunch is usually packed for you to eat the placement or can be taken if you are back at the accommodation.Meals provided to the volunteers are a mix of Tanzanian and western dishes usually.If you have any special dietary requirements, do let us know in advance.

During your Free Time

Typically most of the volunteers choose to travel outside Arusha on the weekends and go for Safari trips. You have the option to choose a 2 to 3 day Safari trips to Serengeti, Tarangire and Ngorogoro. You can also head to Moshi or explore the coffee plantations and waterfalls area near Arusha. Volunteers can also go for short hiking trips near Arusha.


Dates

Dates

2024

2025

January

07

14

21

28

February

04

11

18

25

March

03

10

17

24

31

April

07

14

21

28

May

05

12

19

26

June

02

09

16

23

30

July

07

14

21

28

August

04

11

18

25

September

01

08

15

22

29

October

06

13

20

27

November

03

10

17

24

December

01

08

15

22

29

January

05

12

19

26

February

02

09

16

23

March

02

09

16

23

30

April

06

13

20

27

May

04

11

18

25

June

01

08

15

22

29

July

06

13

20

27

August

03

10

17

24

31

September

07

14

21

28

October

05

12

19

26

November

02

09

16

23

30

December

07

14

21

28

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Costs

Costs

2 Weeks $950
Extra Week $150

Please Note: -An application fee of $229 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment. (A 5% international banking fee is charged at the time of payment)

What are you Paying for?

  • Comprehensive pre-departure information
  • Arrival transfer from Kilimanjaro International Airport to volunteer house
  • Accommodation at volunteer house
  • Meaningful volunteering experience in Arusha
  • Meals
  • 24/7 Coordinator assistance during the program
  • 2 Days Camping Safari Trip to Tarangire National Park & Lake Manyara Safari Trip including transfers, meals and 2 bottles of water per day, games drives and entry fees
  • Certificate Of Completion (Upon Request)

What's NOT included?

  • International Airfare
  • Tanzania Visa and Work Permit Fees (Work Permit charges payable in country)
  • Travel & Medical insurance (Available at extra cost)
  • Airport Drop (Available at extra cost)
  • Any personal expenses

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