I had an amazing experience volunteering with IVHQ in Tanzania. I have learned so much about the culture of Africa and the experience has opened my perspective to how people across the world live in comparison to how I live at home. I have also felt a sense of personal growth and fulfilment as I have helped development issues. I would recommend IVHQ to others as it was such an easy process to join and there is always someone to help you.
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 142,000 travellers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organisation in Tanzania.
Highlights:
- 8 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from £297 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 £377
- 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 £297
- 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 £336
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start on the 1st and 15th of every month
- Based at 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 £578
- 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 £337
- 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 £377
- 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 £297
- 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 £361
- 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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Aimee Stewart
10 Sep 2024
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Maria Elisa Buttelli
10 Sep 2024
I feel I learned a lot by having the possibility to fully immerse myself in the local culture. I also had the chance to give a real-strong impact on the community, daily cooperating with the volunteer activities. This made me grow as a person and realise that it's always more important to offer my time to support those in need.
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Grace Jansen
10 Sep 2024
I gained a different perspective on life. I personally loved doing the animal welfare. My advice would be to keep an open mind.
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Amy Chadwick
09 Sep 2024
My program manager was super helpful, always replying to my questions and queries. The local team were amazing! They would help with everything, always respond to messages and made me feel safe and at home. My volunteer house was amazing, there was a real community and the mamas really cared for you.
This program helped me with personal growth, to have a better perspective of other cultures and made me confident to travel on my own.
Anyone considering the program should definitely do it, they will not regret it. It was a busy, jam packed five weeks that I will never forget and I can truly say it was the best time of my life!
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Barry Diamond
09 Sep 2024
IVHQ made it easy to volunteer with the organization provided. All the details were handled. The local team was good as they checked in with us in Makuyuni a couple of times.
It was rewarding to complete a chicken coop project during our 2 weeks. The project was funded by the volunteers. I felt our volunteer group accomplished something with the chicken coop. We also did other things for the school which were equally rewarding.
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Sasha Sherriff
06 Sep 2024
IVHQ stepped me through the process, alleviating any concerns of mine. The local team were always friendly and went out of their way to offer everything they could.
My host mama offered a gorgeous house which far exceeded my expectations. She was an excellent hostess and her housekeeper is a wonderful person.
It is remarkable how much, just a normal Westerner, can achieve in such a short time. I can't wait to return! You'll have the time of your life!
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Free-time experiences & tours in Tanzania
Take your volunteer experience to the next level with IVHQ's affordable activity and tour add-ons in Tanzania! Explore your options below and learn how to book them once you've been accepted onto the IVHQ Tanzania program.
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.
£283
Maasai Village Tour
Gain an authentic insight into the Maasai way of life on a full day tour to Maasailand.
£96
Moshi Weekend Escape
A weekend getaway to Moshi Town, the last village before the Kilimanjaro National Park, and and its surroundings.
£96
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.
£283
Maasai Village Tour
Gain an authentic insight into the Maasai way of life on a full day tour to Maasailand.
£96
Moshi Weekend Escape
A weekend getaway to Moshi Town, the last village before the Kilimanjaro National Park, and and its surroundings.
£96
