Volunteer in Tanzania: Create Lasting Change in Arusha, Kilimanjaro & Mwanza
In Tanzania’s vibrant communities, volunteers like you are transforming lives. Whether you’re teaching children, planting trees, or supporting health clinics, your time and energy create real change. Partner directly with local organizations in Arusha, Kilimanjaro, and Mwanza to uplift communities facing poverty, health challenges, and environmental needs.
Where You’ll Make a Difference:
(Choose from 9 impactful programs)
- Orphanage Support
Care for children in safe, nurturing homes. - Teaching Program (Primary Schools)
Equip students with language skills for their future. - HIV Affected Children Program
Assist with meals, healthcare, and emotional care. - Early Daycare Volunteer Program
Help with nutrition, hygiene, and emotional nurturing. - Health Program (Volunteers & Interns)
Support clinics and community health outreach. - Street Children Outreach
Provide safety, education, and hope. - Disabled Children Program
Offer tailored support and inclusive activities. - Community Development
Empower women, youth, or elders through business training, construction, or skills workshops. - Environmental Programs
Plant trees, promote sustainability, and protect nature.
Why Tanzania?
- See your impact firsthand: Teach eager students in Arusha, plant trees with locals, or help HIV-affected children in Arusha, Mwanza & Kilimanjaro access meals and safe spaces.
- Every small act matters: A story shared, a tree planted, or a child comforted creates ripples of change.
- Leave a legacy: You’ll take home more than memories—you’ll leave behind hope.
Simple & Affordable Commitment
➤ Programs start at just $250/week
➤ Jump into meaningful work immediately
➤ No special skills needed—just a willing heart!
Ready to Make Your Mark?
Tanzania’s warmth, resilience, and stunning landscapes await. Roll up your sleeves—your story starts here.
Programs
Orphanage Volunteering Program
Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children by volunteering at an orphanage in the heart of Arusha, Mwanza & Kilimanjaro. As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with children—offering care, companionship, and support in their daily routines.
Teaching Volunteer Program
In Arusha, Mwanza and Kilimanjaro schools, you’ll help overcrowded classrooms by teaching math, English, or art. Maybe you’ll start a reading club or coach soccer. Every lesson you share helps kids believe in what they can achieve.
Support for Children Affected by HIV
This program partners with clinics, schools, and community groups in Arusha, Mwanza & Kilimanjaro (a region heavily impacted by HIV) to provide emotional support, education, and hope to these resilient children. Your role? To remind them they are loved, capable, and never alone.
Early Daycare Volunteer Program
Transform vulnerable beginnings into bright futures by nourishing bodies, creating joyful learning moments, and building emotional bonds with children aged 2-5 in Tanzania’s Arusha, Kilimanjaro, and Mwanza communities.
Health Volunteer program (volunteer and internship)
Support overburdened Tanzanian hospitals serving 200+ patients daily. Gain clinical experience in pediatrics, surgery, and HIV clinics while providing critical care in resource-limited settings. Perfect for pre-med and medical students.
Street Children Program
Provide love, education, and safety to vulnerable street kids in Tanzania. Volunteer in shelters and outreach programs, offering mentorship, basic schooling, and emotional support to children in need. No experience required – just compassion.
Disability Support Program
Provide compassionate care to children with disabilities in Arusha, Mwanza & Kilimanjaro. Assist therapists with physiotherapy, educational activities, and community outreach – no experience needed. Help build inclusive futures through daily empowerment.
Community Development Volunteer Program
Roll up your sleeves in Tanzania! Repair a classroom roof, plant a school vegetable garden, or paint murals with locals. It’s not just about the work—it’s about laughing together under the Tanzanian sun.
Environmental Conservation Program
Combat deforestation through hands-on tree planting, wildlife protection, and sustainability education. Work in forest corridors and coastal regions while empowering communities with green solutions. Perfect for eco-conscious volunteers.
Your Volunteer Journey: What to Expect
🌍 Arrival & Orientation
- Airport Pickup: We’ll greet you at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO).
- Orientation: Learn cultural norms, safety tips, and project details.
- Town Tour: Get help buying SIM cards, snacks, and essentials.
🛏️ Accommodation
- Stay Options: Shared dorms or local homestays (meals included).
- Upgrade Option: Private rooms available for a small extra fee.
- Amenities: Basic running water/electricity (occasional outages – part of the adventure!).
⛑️ Health & Safety
- Vaccines Required: Yellow Fever & Hepatitis.
- Malaria: Tablets recommended – consult your doctor.
- Stay Smart: Avoid flashy items; use licensed taxis after dark.
🙏 Cultural Respect
- Right Hand Only: Use for greetings, eating, and giving/receiving items.
- Dress Modestly: Shoulders/knees covered in communities.
- Affection: Save hugs for private spaces – no PDA in public.
✨ Making an Impact
- Small Acts Matter: Play with kids, plant trees, share skills.
- Stay Longer = Go Deeper: 2+ weeks encouraged for lasting change.
🦁 Weekend Adventures (Optional)
- Explore Tanzania!: Safari trips, waterfall hikes, or cultural tours.
- Cost: Activities start around $30–$150 – budget-friendly fun!