This was hands down the best experience I have had not only volunteering, but also on the ground getting familiar with surroundings and getting around town. The team takes extra care to ensure you feel supported in any endeavor. This is truly an amazing program.
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 162,000 travellers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organisation in Tanzania.
Highlights:
- 8 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from £289 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 tours and experiences 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 £368
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based in a veterinary clinic & across local community spaces
- 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 £289
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based in childcare centres
- Volunteers aged 16+ and families
Volunteer in childcare centres 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 £328
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based in local community centres & 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 £681
- Duration: 2 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based in a rural village
- 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 £329
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based in clinics & 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 £368
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based on local 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 £289
- 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 £352
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based in a Women’s centre
- 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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Kristin Cathcart
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Jodie Clark
I gained far more from the experience than I expected. Spending time in Tanzania pushed me outside my comfort zone in the best possible way and I became more confident, adaptable, and appreciative of different cultures and ways of life. The connections I made with local people and the rest of the group were genuinely meaningful, and seeing the impact of even small contributions was incredibly rewarding. It also gave me a new perspective on global issues and made me more grateful for everyday things I usually take for granted.
For anyone feeling hesitant about joining the program, I’d say it’s completely normal to feel nervous before doing something unfamiliar, especially if it involves travelling far from home. But that uncertainty is usually where the biggest personal growth happens. You do not need to be “super confident” or experienced to take part, you just need to be open-minded and willing to get involved. The experience stays with you long after you return home, and most people end up wishing they had worried less beforehand and embraced it sooner.
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Luke Dyson
The experience was one of the best I've had in my life! Being able to live with the Massai and getting to learn their culture was amazing. They are warm welcoming people and I felt safe the whole time there.
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Yuliana Camacho Aguilar
Although I had initially applied for IVHQ out of curiosity and because it was the most affordable program I found, I fully pursued this opportunity because of how organized and trusted the program was. Especially since it was my first time travelling that far from home. The whole team was excellent from start to end and made me always feel safe.
My orientation provided all the information I needed to feel comfortable and I felt safe during my whole stay in Arusha. Plus the cooking is amazingggg. Their food is so good.
I gained amazing friends with similars perspective about giving to others. I have never been to Africa before and I learned so so much about their culture! I got to see the richness of their land and people. If someone is hesitant I would say do it! You will gain so much from this experience. The team is so supportive and flexible with everything that you won't feel alone and they walk with you at every step of the process.
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Popular tours & experiences in Tanzania
Take your volunteer experience to the next level with these popular tours and experiences. Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ Tanzania program.
Airport Drop-off
Enjoy a stress-free ride from your accommodation to the airport, organized by the local team.
£43
Bushmen/Eyasi Trip
Visit Lake Eyasi, located at the base of the Serengeti Plateau.
£203
Chemka Hot Spring Day Trip
Relax and rejuvenate in the naturally heated, crystal-clear waters of Chemka Hot Springs.
£80
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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.
£341
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Kilimanjaro Day Hike
Experience the Roof of Africa: One-Day Hike to Mandara Point with Stunning Scenery and Wildlife Encounters
£181
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Maasai Village Tour
Gain an authentic insight into the Maasai way of life on a full day tour to Maasailand.
£94
Check what's required to visit Tanzania
Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important you monitor this right up until you depart for your trip.
