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Veterinary & Animal Welfare | Global Citizenship Diploma

by: Boresha Maisha Global Adventure Academy

Spend 6 or 12 weeks in Arusha, Tanzania, combining hands-on veterinary and animal welfare experience with accredited Global Citizenship learning, cultural immersion and adventure. Work alongside an experienced qualified veterinarian and local animal rescue shelter, supporting real animal welfare efforts across Arusha. Many days take you into communities by 4x4 for veterinary outreach, where you may assist with animal rescues, vaccinations, preventative care, treatment of sick or injured animals and community education. Other days focus on shelter care, rehabilitation, enrichment and socialisation. Your involvement is matched to your experience and professionally supervised. Beyond placement, explore ethical volunteering, animal welfare, One Health, sustainability and cultural perspectives, alongside personal development, Swahili, cultural workshops and a partner-led Legacy Project. Your Academy experience includes weekly adventures, African Safari and, on the 12-week program, Zanzibar, shared with your international cohort! Complete the requirements to earn a Level 3 Global Citizenship Diploma alongside valuable international experience.

Program Highlights

Hands-On Veterinary & Animal Welfare Experience - Work alongside an experienced veterinarian and rescue shelter, supporting animal care, rehabilitation, treatment and outreach.

Earn an Accredited Level 3 Diploma - Complete a Level 3 Diploma in Global Citizenship in Wildlife Conservation alongside 6 or 12 weeks of practical international experience.

Join Real Rescue & Veterinary Outreach - Head into local communities by 4x4 for animal rescues, vaccinations, preventative care, treatment and owner education under professional supervision.

Experience Tanzania and have the Adventure of a Lifetime- Safari, waterfalls, coffee country, cultural experiences and weekly adventures are built in — plus a Zanzibar escape on the 12-week program

Travel, Grow & Find Your People - Live in Arusha with an international cohort, building confidence and friendships through shared meals, social nights, cultural experiences and adventures.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Tanzania
Starts At: $7,495 for 6 Weeks Fast Track Program
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2027, 2028, 2029Gap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College
  • During High School
  • Post High School
Age Requirement: 14-35
Types & Subjects
Types:
  • Adventure Travel
  • Animals
  • Experiential Learning
  • Internships
  • Language Immersion
  • Self-Discovery
  • Study Abroad
  • Volunteering
  • Working Holiday
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Aug 25, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Tanzania

Types and Subjects

  • Types
  • Adventure Travel
  • Animals
  • Experiential Learning
  • Internships
  • Language Immersion
  • Self-Discovery
  • Study Abroad
  • Volunteering
  • Working Holiday

Availability

Years Offered: 2027, 2028, 2029

Gap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College
  • During High School
  • Post High School

Age Requirement

14-35

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Group

Starts At

  • 6 Weeks Fast Track Program: $7,495
  • 12 Weeks Flagship Program: $9,995

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Welcome Dinner
  • Group Meals
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project
  • Visa Fees
  • International Airfare
  • Guide / Chaperone
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Training
  • Language Lessons
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
  • Course Materials
  • Academic Credit
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Internship Placement

Program Cost Excludes

  • Travel Insurance
  • Vaccination Costs

Payment Terms

  • Payment Plan
  • Upfront Deposit
  • Changes Allowed

Refund Policy

Partial Refund

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)
  • High School 5th Year or More
  • Some high school, no diploma
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tanzania safe, and what support will I have?

Your safety is a priority. You’ll receive pre-departure guidance, airport pickup, secure accommodation with private security and 24/7 in-country support. Our local team coordinates your placement and included travel, while providing practical guidance on transport, culture, health, nightlife and living safely in Tanzania.

You also travel in a group and Tanzania is a very safe and peaceful country, visited by millions each year!

What is included in the program fee?

Almost everything! Your fee includes Europe return flights, visa, airport transfers, private-bathroom accommodation, daily meals, placement fees, Level 3 Diploma, training, weekly adventures, cultural activities, African Safari, Zanzibar Trip and 24/7 support. The 12-week program also includes Zanzibar.

No Sunday lunch, Vaccination & Travel Insurance as only the individual can obtain these.

What does the Veterinary & Animal Welfare placement involve?

Work alongside an experienced qualified veterinarian and local rescue shelter in Arusha. Days may include 4x4 veterinary outreach, animal rescues, vaccinations, treating sick or injured animals, community education and shelter-based rehabilitation. Every day is different, with hands-on involvement appropriate to your skills and professional supervision.

Do I need veterinary or animal-care experience?

No! You don’t need to be a veterinary student to join. Participants can contribute through animal care, rehabilitation, enrichment, rescue and community outreach while learning from the veterinary team. Clinical involvement depends on your skills and experience, and veterinary procedures are always undertaken appropriately under professional supervision.

What makes this different from a normal animal volunteer program?

This goes beyond spending a few weeks at a shelter. You’ll combine real animal welfare and veterinary outreach with a Level 3 Global Citizenship Diploma, exploring animal welfare, culture, ethics, One Health and sustainable change. Add personal development, weekly adventures, safari and an international cohort, and it becomes a complete Tanzania experience.

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Spend 6 or 12 weeks in Arusha, Tanzania, combining hands-on veterinary and animal welfare experience with accredited Global Citizenship learning, cultural immersion and adventure. Work alongside an experienced qualified veterinarian and local animal rescue shelter, supporting real animal welfare efforts across Arusha. Many days take you into communities by 4x4 for veterinary outreach, where you may assist with animal rescues, vaccinations, preventative care, treatment of sick or injured animals and community education. Other days focus on shelter care, rehabilitation, enrichment and socialisation. Your involvement is matched to your experience and professionally supervised. Beyond placement, explore ethical volunteering, animal welfare, One Health, sustainability and cultural perspective...

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