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, or experience the untouched nature and  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. The capital, Zanzibar City, is just about an hour away from Jambiani, which is right on the gorgeous white-sand beach.

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 up to three 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. 

From the shared food area, you will have a direct view of the water, and evenings you will view spectacular sunsets. Once a week, you will eat supper in a local restaurant in Jambiani.

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.

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 - 8 weeks. 4 weeks is the maximum length of stay for programmes starting in May, June, and July 2011.
• 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, at the following dates: 20 Dec. 2010 and 3 Jan., 17 Jan., 7 Feb., 21 Feb., 7 Mar., 21 Mar., 4 Apr., 18 Apr., 2 May, 16 May, 6 June, 20 June, 18 July, 1 Aug., 15 Aug., 5 Sept., 19 Sept., 3 Oct., 17 Oct., 7 Nov., 21 Nov., 5 Dec., 19 Dec. 2011. Please note that this programme is booked out in the months of June and July 2011.
  The schools are closed due to school holidays and Ramadan at the following dates: 4 Dec. 2010 until 2 Jan. 2011 (further dates for 2011 will be online shortly). Please note that there are alternate placement possibilities during the holidays.
  March through May as well as November/December are the rainy seasons.
• 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 it would certainly make your stay easier. TEFL qualification (= Teaching English as a Foreign Language) is an advantage, but not required.
• Other: Since Zanzibar has strong Muslim influences, you should always wear appropriate clothing. This means: long skirts or pants and shoulder-covering shirts. Alcohol is taboo here. During Ramadan, you will also need to respect religious conventions. Patience, independence, flexibility, adaptability, and personal initiative are essential, as is the ability to handle very simple living and work conditions. Travel experience is an advantage. March - May and November - December are the rainy seasons.