Description

Village Service on the Edge of Ngorongoro Crater
Timeless beauty and welcoming people make Tanzania the perfect place to discover the African continent. Come learn about this vibrant country's colorful cultures, work on several rewarding community and environmental service projects, and enjoy the incredible sights and sounds of Africa in a remote and spectacular area. From the brilliant sunrises that greet you each morning to the light of a million stars that brightens the evening sky, this secluded and spectacular corner of Africa will truly take your breath away.

Mongola Juu
You'll become a part of the community as you work closely with village leaders and elders to design service projects that will improve basic living conditions and learning environments. You may help rebuild the Mongola Juu Primary School, which was damaged in an earthquake in 2007, or help revitalize underprivileged areas of local communities. You'll paint, landscape, tutor children, and help with water purification in the village. Prepare to get your hands dirty, learn about life in Tanzania, engage with the locals, and become a part of the daily routine here.

Safari Getaway
To complete your Tanzanian getaway, you will take a trip to Ngorongoro Crater, one of the country's most incredible natural wonders. The verdant paradise inside this crater is a thriving ecosystem of lush forests, vast grasslands, a freshwater lake, and some 25,000 wild animals, including lions, zebras, elephants, and gazelles. It is also the traditional home of the Masaai, who live both within the crater and around its rim. Take a thrilling ride through the crater in search of Africa's famous Big Five game animals lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinos and learn about Masaai customs and traditions.

An Unforgettable Summer
Culture in the Crater is designed for students who want to experience Africa's rich cultures and landscapes while participating in worthwhile community and environmental service projects. If that's you, then come join us in Tanzania this summer for an unparalleled combination of service and adventure in one of Africa's most welcoming countries.

Highlights

WORK with local leaders and respected elders to design and implement basic construction and repair projects in rural villages.

MARVEL at the cornucopia of incredible flora and fauna in Ngorongoro Crater, home to some 25,000 exotic wild animals.

MAKE FRIENDS with the Masaai as you immerse yourself in their captivating culture and learn about their ancient traditions.

IMMERSE yourself in the traditions of a welcoming Tanzanian village and learn about life in rural East Africa.

PLAY, teach, and learn with enthusiastic children during an amazing and enlightening experience you will never forget.

Qualifications

Students must be 14-years old and up to participate on the program. Additionally, participants must submit an application through the Rustic Pathways website and complete the appropriate documents before traveling on the program.

Type of Programs

• Community Service / Volunteerism

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 3,295 + 200 Park Fees

Cost Includes:

• Travel while in host country
• Housing
• Food
• Excursions
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Written materials pre-departure
• Written materials abroad

Program Fees Include:

The above cost includes all ground transportation in-country, 3 meals a day, housing, staff through the duration of the program, all supplies for the volunteer projects and all excursions on the program itinerary not listed as optional.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Building Maintenance
• Building/construction Projects
• Community Development
• Teaching
• Tutor
• Youth

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 business days

Rustic Pathways's Mission Statement

Rustic Pathways is a pioneer in providing superior quality travel and service programs for students and families in some of the world's most welcoming countries. Rustic Pathways demands professionalism and integrity across all of its operations, insists on quality in all aspects of its programs, and places the safety of its students above all other considerations. We enrich the lives of our students and our staff, benefit the parts of the world we serve, and build cultural bridges that lead to greater global understanding and cooperation.

Year Founded

1983