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Volunteer Tanzania

Tanzania offers international volunteers a variety of ways to contribute as well as the chance to explore some of the most amazing destinations in the world.

The Serengeti, Ngorongoro crater, Zanzibar, Kilimanjaro - Africa's highest point, at 5,895 meters (19,340 feet) are just a few of the alluring destinations in Tanzania.

Despite tourism playing an important part of the economy, Tanzania struggles on multiple levels. While Tanzania is one of Africa's most politically stable countries, it is also one of the least developed.

The country faces extreme poverty, an increase in HIV/AIDS infections and a staggering lack of educational resources. Tanzania currently has one of the lowest secondary school enrollment rates in the world.

The economy suffers due to the fact that 80% of Tanzanians farms and fishing industries are at subsistence levels and in many areas tse-tse fly infestation hampers successful animal husbandry. Other major problems include deteriorating roads, railways and high energy costs.

The current population is estimated to be at 46 million people and consists of more than 120 ethnic groups. A multiparty system was established in 1992 after a constitutional amendment. Kiswahili is the official language, however, English is very prevalent. Religious beliefs are primarily Christian and Muslim, as well as indigenous religions.

 

IMPORTANT NOTE:
The Tanzanian government has raised the cost of their Class C Tourist Permit (which is the visa required for volunteers in Tanzania) to 550 USD.  This fee does not include the tourist permit issued at the airport on arrival which costs 50 USD for most nationalities. (Please check with the consulate to ensure that you are aware of the costs and restrictions for citizens of your country).

This expense is not included in the cost of the program so volunteers going to Tanzania will need to prepare for this significant additional expense.   


  • Administration Volunteering Tanzania
    Administration volunteering in Tanzania provides a wide range of placements and volunteer duties at schools and conservation centers, etc.
  • Childcare Volunteer Tanzania
    Childcare volunteering in Tanzania connects volunteers with orphanages, daycare and community groups that seek much needed assistance.
  • Computer & Website Volunteer Tanzania
    A computer volunteer and/or website volunteer in Tanzania must have a background in programming, framework development and coding.
  • Conservation Volunteer Tanzania
    Conservation volunteer opportunities in Tanzania are heavily focused on educational seminars to communities and public school lectures.
  • Grant Writing & Fundraising Volunteer Tanzania
    Grant writing volunteer and fundraising volunteer placements in Tanzania help to raise funds for numerous reputable organizations.
  • Medical Volunteer Tanzania
    Our medical volunteer abroad program in Tanzania is limited to qualified doctors, medical students and medical technicians, (not pre-med.).
  • Nursing Volunteer Tanzania
    A nursing volunteer in Tanzania must be a Reg. Nurse or a nursing student. Qualified nurses are in high demand due to limited staff & low budgets.
  • Public Health Volunteer Tanzania
    Public health volunteering placements in Tanzania help local organizations raise awareness about medical issues afflicting the region.
  • Volunteer Teaching - Classroom Tanzania
    Any volunteer teaching placement in Tanzania, requires qualified teachers and non professional volunteers keen in the education of children.
  • Wildlife Volunteer Tanzania
    A wildlife volunteer would work with organizations in Tanzania to provide care to mistreated animals and protect endangered species.
  • Youth Work Volunteer Tanzania
    A youth work volunteer in Tanzania would work with organizations in support centers that provide alternatives for youth living on the street.
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