Description

Join us in Tanzania this summer and make a difference in the lives of local children during service at a village school. You'll immerse yourself in the rich cultural traditions of this East African country and have a chance to explore the nation's spectacular scenery.

School House Rocks
Our goal in our host village is to help improve the learning environment and the general quality of life for the local people. You will become a driving force in helping us accomplish this.

You will spend much of your time here working at the local school. Come create a positive learning environment for local kids who don't have much beyond the very basics. Arts and crafts, educational games, sports, and English classes are all rare treats here. Your projects will help inspire these kids' imaginations and ensure they receive the individual attention they deserve. They will happily welcome you into their school and they may even teach you a little Swahili in addition to some local customs in between English lessons! When you aren't working with the kids you will be completing work on two new classrooms including adding floors, plastering, and painting to help transform the school into a welcoming and positive environment for students.

The community service projects are designed to give you a first-hand introduction to Tanzanian culture and help you become a part of the community. You will get to know local people, learn about development issues in the region, and contribute to projects that have a lasting impact on your host village.

Home Away from Home
Tucked in the shadow of stunning Mount Kilimanjaro, Njoro village welcomes you with open arms. The atmosphere at the Base is rustic but comfortable, and not only will your neighbors be the very teachers and students that you work with during the days, but you'll fall asleep to the lullaby of exotic birds and the breeze swishing through the banana trees. Ideally situated in a small village, the Base will give you access to both the country's stunning natural wonders and authentic local life.

An Unforgettable Summer
Spend your summer immersing yourself in a vital, ongoing effort to support, educate, and develop a community. You will gain a real understanding of another culture and are likely to leave with a new perspective on your own life. The Faces of East Africa program was designed for those who want to experience Tanzania's rich culture while participating in worthwhile community service projects. If that's you, then pack your bags and join us this summer.

Highlights

LIVE, WORK, and PLAY under the shadow of the mighty Mount Kilimanjaro, the world's highest freestanding volcano.

TEACH English to eager young students in a Tanzanian school and pick up a few words of Swahili along the way.

GIVE BACK to your host village as you help paint and repair the local school during fulfilling community service projects.

BRING joy to Tanzanian children as you play educational games, teach arts and crafts, and share meaningful time with them.

BARGAIN for unique souvenirs, traditional carvings, and one-of-a-kind gifts at buzzing markets full of colorful wares.

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 1,695

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
• Community Development
• English Teaching
• Painting
• Teaching
• 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