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Volunteering and internships are great opportunities to get to know a country in a different and more authentic way than tourists. You can help us support our Tanzanian team in one (or more!) of our projects in the fields of education, social, health or women’s and youth empowerment and gain valuable work experience. You will experience first-hand what it means to be in a foreign country and gather exciting intercultural experiences that will be invaluable for your future life
Whether you’re helping in a kindergarten teaching and playing with the children, gaining medical experience in a hospital or planting vegetables with street children, everybody can get involved and there is a project for everyone. At the same time, it’s also important to arrive with an open mind for a new culture, language and way of living! But don’t worry, you will never be left alone! Working together with the team, you will always have the chance to express your problems and concerns as often as required. They put great emphasis on excellent service, since they both know how important this is to make your stay one of the best experiences of your life. Of course they will also make sure that during your stay with them, you will have enough time to go on a safari, climb one of the mountains or participate in any of the many day trips they offer.
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Why Choose Us?
Frequently Asked Questions
English and Swahili are both official languages in Tanzania, although English is not widely spread in the population. We will make sure that there is at least on person in every project who speaks English and at the same time, you will have the chance to learn Swahili while in Arusha to make your everyday life easier.
Generally you don’t need specific previous knowledge to participate in our projects, but you should be open to new cultures and other ways of life and have at least basic English knowledge. If you are creative, resilient and tidy all the better! Should you meet certain requirements for a project, you can refer to the project descriptions.
Our house is secured through a more then two meter high wall and our three dogs. Like everywhere in the world you are safe if you stick to basic rules like taking a taxi when its dark rather than walking. Since we are living together we can teach you all Do’s and Don’ts.
You will enter the country with the tourist visa, which most of you can get at the airport for 50 $ (100 $ for US-Americans). During your time as volunteers or interns you need a STP-visa (200 $ for three month, can be renewed once, or a Resident Permit C (1000$ for stay from six month to two years).
Testimonials
The hospital, Mt. Meru district hospital, where I volunteered at, taught me a lot about the practice of western medicine. Even though the hospital could not afford many of the high-cost equipment and medicines, I learned that they instead make do with creative workarounds. For example, gloves are used at tourniquets. The stay was also very hospitable. Tizia and Tini are kind and welcoming. I would recommend this trip to anybody looking to get a brief introduction to medicine in developing countries.
I currently am a volunteer, staying at the hostel with Tizia and Tini for four months. I found their organization Viva Tanzania while looking for affordable and serious volunteer opportunities in Tanzania. Since Tizia and Tini cooperate with several small NGOs and organizations, I had no problems to find a project that suits my wishes. Tizia and Tini both offered great support not only in finding a suitable project, but also in settling down in Arusha after my arrival. In the kindergarten I am volunteering in I actually have the opportunity to help, not only in teaching, but also in building a Website, raising sponsorships etc. Viva Tanzania does not only offer accomodation and volunteering / internships etc., but you will live in a familiar atmosphere and enjoy a lot of free time activities with people from all over the world. You will not only gain a lot of experiences, but also built friendships, learn Swahili, get to know the Tanzanian culture and not to forget: have a lot of fun.
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Volunteering, Internship, Vacation or Accommodation in Tanzania?
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