Elang’ata Agrovet project was established in 1997 by the veterinary and farmer Dr. Everest Maguo and his wife Evelyn with the aim of empowering local farmers with new skills, technologies, advice on animal care, environmental and agricultural matters.
Volunteer experience video:
Schedule
Working days & hours are Monday to Friday from 9am to 2pm, occasional longer during outreaches. Lunch is not provided.
The work can include:
Experience
No any prior experience is needed, anyone who have passion fir environmental and agriculture activities are invited.
Note: The project asks for a one time donation of 100 USD. The donation is used for buying trees, project activities transport, buying some project equipments and to support other project costs.
The donation is not included in the registration or program fee and needs to be paid directly in cash to the project on your first day.
Location
Elang’ata Agrovet project is located at Sekei – Arusha 7 kilometres from the hostel and it can be reached by the public transport.
“I really enjoyed my volunteering with Viva Tanzania very much and I was able to gain great experiences and get to know new people – even though my time there was short. I especially liked the nice and informal atmosphere in the hostel. I had the feeling to have a contact person for all questions and concerns and to all my wishes regarding the excursions was received. I felt comfortable with you from the first day, everyone is so friendly and helpful and the food in the hostel is really sooooo delicious – a big compliment to the mamas! With regard to my project, I received great support by you from the beginnig. First of all, the Town Tour was particularly helpful in order to get a first glimpse into the Dala Dalas (mini busses). Secondly, it was pretty great that I was accompanied to the project on my first day. Thank you for that. All in all, the 2 weeks were really a great experience for me – as I said, but unfortunately a bit short, but I was still able to gain intense insight into life in Tanzania and enjoy great moments – especially the safari was an unforgettable experience. I’m sure that you will see me again in the next few years – above all, I would like to climb Kilimanjaro at some point, which has not let me go since I saw it. Until then, I wish you and your entire team all the best! Keep up the good work – you guy are really great!”
Marco, 32, Italy
Founder’s interview:
| 2 weeks: | 650€ |
| 3 weeks: | 850€ |
| 4 weeks: | 1.050€ |
| Every additional week: | 200€ |
You can choose between a single room or four-bed room in the hostel.
The minimum stay is two weeks. Due to visa regulations you can spend a maximum of two years as a volunteer in Tanzania.