I was able to take the risk and enjoy since day 1 - every single part of it. I would advice others to do it because the growth is visible in many aspects. Not only personal, experiencing something so interesting in a very different country, but also how you can open your eyes to new cultures and people from different parts of the world. They have the same positive intentions and good heart as you, so it is easy to build meaningful connections.
Volunteer in Tanzania
Discover International Volunteer HQ’s popular Tanzania volunteer abroad program. Choose from a wide range of trusted Tanzania volunteer projects, including Teaching, Medical, Childcare, Women’s Education, Sustainable Agriculture, Construction and Renovation and Animal Welfare. Volunteer opportunities in Tanzania are based in Arusha and surrounding rural communities. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 147,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Tanzania.
Highlights:
- 8 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from CA$539 for 1 week
- Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation is in either a volunteer house or homestay in Arusha
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Incredible add-ons available, including safari, Mount Kilimanjaro and Maasai village tours
Key information
Volunteer opportunities in Tanzania
Volunteer with animals
5-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$685
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Diverse work across a clinic, a shelter and home visits
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Assist a local vet delivering mobile care to farm and domestic animals around Arusha.
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$539
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based in childcare centers
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Volunteer in childcare centers and kindergartens in low-income areas, helping with all aspects of supervising and stimulating local children, including in lessons, games and in break times.
Supports community development
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$611
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based at community centers & schools
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Get involved in important renovation and building projects in kindergartens, childcare centers, schools and other community spaces in Arusha. By helping improve infrastructure in Tanzania, you'll be supporting the learning and development of local people.
Develops cross-cultural learning
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$1050
- Duration: 2 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based at a village in remote Maasailand
- Volunteers aged 18+, and 14+ accompanied
Live like the Maasai people on this truly unique cultural immersion experience. Help in the village with farming, teaching, bead making or building to support the learning and development of local people.
Improves health & wellbeing
4-6 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$612
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based in clinics and hospitals
- Volunteers aged 18+
Shadow and assist local medical professionals in clinics and hospitals around Arusha. Observe healthcare in a developing country and learn about efficient treatment in an underprivileged community.
Conserves the environment
Up to 8 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$685
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based on community & family farms
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Help improve sustainable farming techniques within the local community in Tanzania. Support local farmers by implementing sustainable practices to ensure food security.
Increases access to education
5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$539
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based in local schools
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Teach a wide range of subjects in schools in low-income parts of Tanzania. Help local teachers and lead classes of up to 50 students, delivering more focused education for underprivileged children.
Supports gender equality
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from CA$656
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based with a local NGO
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Help to elevate local Tanzanian women who come from challenging backgrounds, giving them a chance to upskill and work towards earning a sustainable income.
What recent volunteers said about their IVHQ experience
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Cristina Mestre
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Marc Jung
I really appreciated the information provided by IVHQ in advance via email. The zoom meeting a few weeks before the start was also very helpful in clarifying any open questions.
The local team was very helpful and friendly, and the orientation day was well organized and a good start to working as a volunteer.
I'm very grateful to have had this experience. The accommodation in the Maasai village was truly fantastic. The climate in the little boma was great. I had solar power to charge my phone. It had a toilet and shower, and the bed was comfortable. Everything was great!
The food in the Maasai village was very European-style, which I very much appreciated. Unfortunately, I had side effects from the malaria prophylaxis and had little appetite for a few days. As a result, I couldn't always eat all of the food offered, or only a very small portion. I hope the Maasai didn't take this badly.
Personally, I'm glad I dared to participate in the program and leave my comfort zone. It's a different culture, and you have to be willing to make sacrifices compared to your home life. But that wasn't a problem for me. I was welcomed with open arms and would recommend this experience to everyone around me.
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Rex Wardle
Volunteering with IVHQ is an opportunity to make a real impact on communities in need. As well as providing assistance to communities in need, volunteering provides an opportunity for personal growth and perspective that can be imparted on others in a positive chain reaction. The communities you immerse yourself in are extremely friendly and welcoming, as are the fellow volunteers.
I would recommend people do undertake 2 week minimum volunteering stints as it allows for a greater impact. My Swahili was just beginning to improve and I was getting to know the students better and then our placement finished. I felt I had a positive impact on the students and teachers learning however it would have been beneficial to stay for a bit longer.
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Abigail Bourke
I gained so much from this experience. I was able to witness the incredible differences in heath care between Tanzania and Australia, opening my eyes up further to the huge health disparities between first and third world countries. This information will be beneficial throughout the completion of my nursing and public health promotion uni degree. Additionally, I was able to connect with local people at the hospital, and observe different practices and approaches to health care. I not only gained knowledge, but I gained further perspective, empathy, and a motivation to help create more long term change to these under resourced hospitals (and childcares).
My advice to someone joining the program is to embrace everything with an open mind! It is all an incredible experience and you are so lucky to have the opportunity to partake in a program like this, you will love it.
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Popular add-ons & experiences in Tanzania
Take your volunteer experience to the next level with these popular add-ons and experiences. Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ Tanzania program.
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Kifaru Safari
A 2 day safari in Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater where you will have the opportunity to see amazing wildlife in their natural habitat.
CA$515
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Kilimanjaro Day Hike
Experience the Roof of Africa: One-Day Hike to Mandara Point with Stunning Scenery and Wildlife Encounters
CA$288
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Maasai Village Tour
Gain an authentic insight into the Maasai way of life on a full day tour to Maasailand.
CA$175
Popular
Kifaru Safari
A 2 day safari in Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater where you will have the opportunity to see amazing wildlife in their natural habitat.
CA$515
Popular
Kilimanjaro Day Hike
Experience the Roof of Africa: One-Day Hike to Mandara Point with Stunning Scenery and Wildlife Encounters
CA$288
Popular
Maasai Village Tour
Gain an authentic insight into the Maasai way of life on a full day tour to Maasailand.
CA$175
