The entire process with IVHQ was absolutely incredible! From booking right through to arriving home I was support by IVHQ. I would recommend it to anyone, no matter how old you are. One of the most rewarding experiences I have ever had the pleasure of living in my life. The local team in Tanzania were so incredible, they felt like family. You were supported every step of the way and never felt alone, if you are worried about going by yourself and being alone - don't be! The volunteer accommodation was great, I made the greatest of friends, it's everything you imagine it to be and more. My advice - however long you are planning to go for, it won't be enough!
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 155,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Tanzania.
Highlights:
- 8 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from $370 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 $470
- 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 $370
- 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 $419
- 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 $870
- 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 $420
- 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 $470
- 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 $370
- 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 $450
- 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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Alessandra Pappalettera
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Katie Baker
I feel like I gained a greater insight to the culture within Tanzania, I have gained confidence in myself and satisfaction in what I achieved in my time away.
The advice I would give to someone who was hesitant would be to do it! It’s an experience that will stay with me for ever.
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Fiona Windsor
I gained confidence to travel alone, I learnt so much about another culture, I enjoyed helping and learning about the lives of the people I was helping. It showed me how much need some parts of the world are in for help and has made me want to continue working as a volunteer because I know how necessary it is now to give help when you can.
If someone was hesitant, I would encourage them to pursue volunteering with IVHQ because it's a way of safely travelling and volunteering the world alone. Though it was scary, I knew I was safe because there was always someone to reach out to whilst I was in Tanzania and logistical things had all been taken care of in the preparation package.
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Amanda McCarther
This was such a wonderful, once-in-a-lifetime experience that truly expanded our students' perspectives and worldview. The program was safe, well-structured, and rewarding. I always felt like we were in good hands and had a team we could rely on should any challenging situations arise. For folks who are feeling hesitant, I would simply tell them that they are in good hands and they will be fully supported in their experience.
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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.
$353
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Kilimanjaro Day Hike
Experience the Roof of Africa: One-Day Hike to Mandara Point with Stunning Scenery and Wildlife Encounters
$198
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Maasai Village Tour
Gain an authentic insight into the Maasai way of life on a full day tour to Maasailand.
$120
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.
$353
Popular
Kilimanjaro Day Hike
Experience the Roof of Africa: One-Day Hike to Mandara Point with Stunning Scenery and Wildlife Encounters
$198
Popular
Maasai Village Tour
Gain an authentic insight into the Maasai way of life on a full day tour to Maasailand.
$120
Check what's required to visit Tanzania
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