Description

Home to some of the most magnificent and spectacular wildlife, ancient and mysterious tribal communities, vast expanses of savannah, tropical blue oceans and imposing mountain landscapes, Tanzania will surpass all expectations. Big game species roam the plains and gorges where early human skeletons lie undiscovered while Mount Kilimanjaro challenges all who behold her. The waters of the Indian Ocean caress the shores of Tanzania and hold a staggeringly diverse range of species, from curious invertebrates to gigantic whale sharks and manta rays gliding silently over the coral reefs.

* What Will I Be Doing?

Your work schedule will cover an engaging, varied and enjoyable programme working within an orphanage, inspiring your creativity and initiative. As well as providing care for the orphans, local orphanages often also provide a day care nursery function and additional support for disadvantaged children who are in need of care and attention. You will play with the children and keep them engaged through games, arts and crafts, sports, English lessons, music lessons and even health and HIV awareness seminars, all in order to ensure they receive support and education otherwise unavailable to them.

Additionally you will help with the running of the orphanage itself including preparing and serving food, cleaning and helping the orphanage staff with a variety of other duties. Flexibility is important to ensure you get the most positive and comprehensive experience while on your project. You should be prepared to use your own initiative while you are working on your project, however if you need assistance in initiating any activities, the local staff will be more than happy to advise and assist you.

You will be welcomed at every turn by smiling and enthusiastic people. Whatever activities you get involved in, you are sure to gain huge satisfaction from helping and inspiring these underprivileged children whilst significantly enhancing your own skills and experience.

Highlights

* Gain a lifetime of amazing memories.
* Care for orphaned and disadvantaged children.
* Make lifelong friends.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

1,600

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Before you go:
* Pre-departure support
* Travel & medical advice & documentation
* Equipment advice
* Discounted medical kit
* Free Frontier t-shirt

In-country:
* Two meals a day
* Accommodation
* Airport pick-up
* Ground transfers
* Project orientation and training
* 24-hour in-country and international HQ emergency support and back-up

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview

Frontier's Mission Statement

To conserve the world's most endangered wildlife and threatened habitats and to build sustainable livelihoods for marginalized and under resourced communities in the world's poorest countries. To create solutions that are apolitical, forward-thinking, community-driven, and innovative and which take into consideration the long-term needs of low income communities.

Year Founded

1989