Volunteer in Tanzania

Volunteer in Tanzania - Zanzibar

Discover the capital of Zanzibar, Zanzibar City, whose old Stone Town has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the bright market, mosques, and narrow streets, and let yourself get caught up in a dream straight from Arabian Nights. Or experience the untouched nature, incredible coral reefs, and a fascinating animal world.

The other side of the coin: poverty, widespread unemployment, and an insufficient educational system. Help to improve the living conditions of the local population as a volunteer on Africa’s “Spice Island”. Volunteer in Tanzania in Zanzibar!

Volunteer in Tanzania in Zanzibar

Volunteer in Tanzania: Orientation

As you live and volunteer in Tanzania, you will be in Zanzibar, the famous group of islands off the Tanzanian coast. You will live in the town of Jambiani, on the east coast of the island Unguja. The capital, Zanzibar City, is just about an hour away from Jambiani, which is right on the gorgeous white-sand beach.

As a volunteer in Tanzania, you will experience the way of life of the village residents and see many incredible sunsets. At the beginning of the programme, there will be an orientation, which will give you time to check out the culture and operations of the volunteer project.

Your Accommodation in Zanzibar

As a volunteer in Tanzania, you will stay in a volunteer bungalow with other volunteers from around the world. Each bungalow room houses four people, and each bungalow has its own bathroom (no warm water), fans, and a mosquito net for each bed. 

The only thing between the bungalow and the public beach is an expanse of white sand and some palm trees. Get ready to relax, soak in some sun, play a round of Frisbee, or read a book in peace when you are not volunteering! You will receive full board as a volunteer in Tanzania. A cook will take care of lunch and supper for you, and you will prepare your own breakfast with provided food. 

Volunteer in Tanzania - Zanzibar

• Activities: Teaching, supervising sport and recreational activities, maintenance work, environmental conservation assignments, etc. About 40 work hours per week, Monday through Friday.   
• Free Time: Usually at the weekend
• Duration: 2, 4, or 8 weeks
• Application: At least 2 months before departure. It is best to apply as early as possible; places in the programme are limited.  
• Starting Dates: Every first and third Monday of the month, on the following dates: 5 July, 19 July, 2 Aug., 20 Sept., 4 Oct., 18 Oct., 1 Nov., 15 Nov., 6 Dec., 20 Dec. 2010. The schools are closed during Ramadan and school holidays, on the following dates: 27 Mar. - 5 April, 31 May - 7 June, 11 Aug. - 20 Sept. 2010 & 4 Dec. 2010 - 2 Jan. 2011. During these times no lessons take place. You will help with manual work and prepare for when school is in session again.
• Visa: A tourist visa, subject to a fee, passport, and return ticket are necessary. If you would like to stay in Zanzibar longer than 4 weeks, you will need to apply for an additional visa on location. Our partner organisation will help you with this. The additional visa costs US$ 100 in cash. Furthermore, you will need to bring along 6 passport photos and a colour copy of your passport.
• Practical Experience: Not necessary, but an advantage.
• Other: Since Zanzibar has strong Muslim influences, you should always wear appropriate clothing. This means: long skirts or pants and shoulder-covering shirts. Patience, independence, flexibility, adaptability, and personal initiative are essential, as is the ability to handle very simple living and work conditions. Travel experience will be an advantage as you volunteer in Tanzania in Zanzibar.