Available dates
Available dates
Where
Monduli, Tanzania
When
Sunday to Saturday
Duration
2 weeks
Accommodation
Volunteer centre in the village of Monduli, shared rooms with the essentials and meals included
Language
Basic English is enough
Ideal for
Anyone looking for a grounded experience with Maasai culture, nature, community and new friendships
Project details
See local life in Tanzania, from Maasai villages to community projects at the foot of Kilimanjaro
The programme is based in Monduli, a district in the Arusha region in northern Tanzania. You'll work closely with the local Maasai communities, contributing to projects that make a difference to the daily life of women, children and families in the village.
The available projects cover everything from teaching English in the local schools to women's empowerment, environmental conservation and getting to know Maasai culture. Each participant can pick the project that suits them.
You'll be based at a centre surrounded by green and the mountains of Monduli, sharing meals, evenings and days with other volunteers from around the world. The night sky here is striking: you can see the Milky Way with the naked eye.
The available projects cover everything from teaching English in the local schools to women's empowerment, environmental conservation and getting to know Maasai culture. Each participant can pick the project that suits them.
You'll be based at a centre surrounded by green and the mountains of Monduli, sharing meals, evenings and days with other volunteers from around the world. The night sky here is striking: you can see the Milky Way with the naked eye.
Group volunteering trip in Tanzania
See local life in Tanzania, from Maasai villages to community projects at the foot of Kilimanjaro
The programme is based in Monduli, a district in the Arusha region in northern Tanzania. You'll work closely with the local Maasai communities, contributing to projects that make a difference to the daily life of women, children and families in the village.
The available projects cover everything from teaching English in the local schools to women's empowerment, environmental conservation and getting to know Maasai culture. Each participant can pick the project that suits them.
You'll be based at a centre surrounded by green and the mountains of Monduli, sharing meals, evenings and days with other volunteers from around the world. The night sky here is striking: you can see the Milky Way with the naked eye.
The available projects cover everything from teaching English in the local schools to women's empowerment, environmental conservation and getting to know Maasai culture. Each participant can pick the project that suits them.
You'll be based at a centre surrounded by green and the mountains of Monduli, sharing meals, evenings and days with other volunteers from around the world. The night sky here is striking: you can see the Milky Way with the naked eye.
See the projects in detail
This is an indicative schedule. It can change depending on the needs of the local organisation, your own background, and outside factors like the season and weather.
13+ confirmed participants
Helps widen access to local schooling
4–6 hours of activity each day
From 1 week
Teaching in Arusha schools
Monduli, Tanzania
Become part of the community in Monduli, a village set among the mountains of the Arusha Region. Help local children practise their English through lessons, sport and creative activities. A real chance to share cultures and grow together.
13+ confirmed participants
Helps widen access to local schooling
4–6 hours of activity each day
From 1 week
Childcare in Arusha
Monduli, Tanzania
In the mountains around Arusha, the children of Monduli are waiting to learn, play and grow with you. You'll be part of a project that brings together education, sport and local culture.
The Weekly Program
Weekdays
During the day, each participant will head to their chosen project and join the activities from the morning until the early afternoon.
The rest of the day is for prepping the next day's sessions, group time with the other travellers, activities run by the local team, and free time to get to know everyday life in Arusha and the Rift Valley landscapes.
07:00Breakfast and getting ready for the day
08:30Head out to your chosen project and start the activities with the community
12:00Lunch at the centre with the other participants and the local team
14:00Afternoon project activities or exploring the area
16:30Back to the centre, free time or activities run by the team
19:00Dinner all together, followed by themed evenings: movie night, game night, BBQ or team-building
Weekend
Weekends are free of set activities. You can explore the area, plan a short trip, or just take it easy with the others. Before you travel, the group can choose safari and extra activities to do together with the local team or on your own.
Safari at the Ngorongoro Crater
The world's largest crater, where lions, elephants and flamingos share a striking landscape. An experience you won't forget.
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FAQs
🫂 Come funzionano le partenze di gruppo?
📌 Il gruppo si forma prima della partenza
✅ Conferma del gruppo
💬 Ci si conosce prima di partire
Le partenze di gruppo A Casa Loro sono pensate per creare un'esperienza condivisa, organizzata e sicura insieme a un piccolo gruppo di persone che partono con te.
📌 Il gruppo si forma prima della partenza
Ogni gruppo è composto da 4 a 15 partecipanti. Dopo la prenotazione e il versamento della caparra entri ufficialmente nel gruppo in formazione.
✅ Conferma del gruppo
Il gruppo viene confermato entro 30 giorni dalla partenza e nella grande maggioranza dei casi si forma senza problemi.
Se il gruppo non raggiunge il numero minimo, la tua esperienza è comunque garantita. In questo caso avrai due opzioni tra cui scegliere, tutte senza costi aggiuntivi:
- Partire comunque nelle stesse date, svolgendo il progetto in modalità individuale, o con gli altri viaggiatori che hanno confermato (anche se sono meno di 4). Non sarai mai davvero solo: nella struttura troverai sempre viaggiatori internazionali che partecipano agli stessi programmi, in quanto il nostro centro collabora con organizzazioni analoghe alla nostra, ma che inviano viaggiatori da paesi esteri.
- Spostare la caparra su un altro gruppo o progetto, scegliendo liberamente una nuova data o destinazione.
💬 Ci si conosce prima di partire
Una volta confermato il gruppo, entro due settimane dalla partenza apriamo un gruppo WhatsApp dedicato.
Qui ci si conosce, si condividono informazioni pratiche e ci si prepara insieme al viaggio.
🏡 Monduli volunteer centre, Arusha
The centre is in the heart of Monduli village, set within a local school campus surrounded by open green spaces and the mountains of the Rift Valley. The atmosphere is simple and grounded, just what you'd expect from a hands-on volunteering trip.
🔹 Shared rooms
Rooms sleep 2 to 6 people, with beds and linen included. There's no Wi-Fi, but you can stay connected by picking up a local Halotel or Airtel SIM, which are easy to find in town.
🔹 The basics for daily life
Bathrooms are shared, with both Western and traditional toilets around. Showers are hot, though in some cases you'll heat the water yourself. Rooms are lockable. Laundry is by hand, with buckets and brushes available. Towels aren't provided, so bring one from home.
🛏️ What's included
- 3 meals a day on weekdays, 2 at weekends (brunch and dinner)
- Water and tea always available
- Bed linen
- Hot shower
- Lockable rooms
- Hand-washing kit for laundry
🤝 A space to meet and share
The centre is a meeting point for volunteers from around the world. Evenings are spent together in the garden, with films on the big screen, group games and BBQs under a striking starry sky. A few minutes away you'll find shops, a small market, a pharmacy and an ATM. Arusha is about an hour away on the local dala-dalas.
The centre is in the heart of Monduli village, set within a local school campus surrounded by open green spaces and the mountains of the Rift Valley. The atmosphere is simple and grounded, just what you'd expect from a hands-on volunteering trip.
🔹 Shared rooms
Rooms sleep 2 to 6 people, with beds and linen included. There's no Wi-Fi, but you can stay connected by picking up a local Halotel or Airtel SIM, which are easy to find in town.
🔹 The basics for daily life
Bathrooms are shared, with both Western and traditional toilets around. Showers are hot, though in some cases you'll heat the water yourself. Rooms are lockable. Laundry is by hand, with buckets and brushes available. Towels aren't provided, so bring one from home.
🛏️ What's included
- 3 meals a day on weekdays, 2 at weekends (brunch and dinner)
- Water and tea always available
- Bed linen
- Hot shower
- Lockable rooms
- Hand-washing kit for laundry
🤝 A space to meet and share
The centre is a meeting point for volunteers from around the world. Evenings are spent together in the garden, with films on the big screen, group games and BBQs under a striking starry sky. A few minutes away you'll find shops, a small market, a pharmacy and an ATM. Arusha is about an hour away on the local dala-dalas.
🔒 Safety first
Your safety is something we take seriously. Every part of the programme is set up to give you a calm, well-supported and well-organised experience.
🔹 Background checks and safe spaces
Every participant is asked to provide a criminal record check (DBS or equivalent) before travelling. This keeps things safe for you, the other volunteers and the communities we work with.
🔹 High safety standards
Our local partner has been operating in Tanzania for years and has hosted thousands of international volunteers. The programmes are built for adults aged 18+ and are kept under regular review for quality and safety.
🔹 24/7 support
You'll always have a local coordinator reachable by phone and on WhatsApp. On top of that, our UK team is available 24/7 for anything you need.
🔹 Briefing and orientation
Before you travel, you'll get a full guide with all the practical info. Your first day on site is given over to orientation: rules, culture, safety and tips for getting the most out of the trip.
🔹 A few sensible habits
Tanzania is welcoming and friendly, but a few simple habits go a long way:
- Avoid showing valuables in public and keep your phone in your pocket in busy markets.
- Travel as a group after dark and follow your local coordinator's advice.
- Respect local customs; modest dress is appreciated, especially in the Maasai villages.
💡 Our aim
A safe, well-supported environment so you can focus on what really matters: spending time, sharing skills and learning alongside the local community.
Your safety is something we take seriously. Every part of the programme is set up to give you a calm, well-supported and well-organised experience.
🔹 Background checks and safe spaces
Every participant is asked to provide a criminal record check (DBS or equivalent) before travelling. This keeps things safe for you, the other volunteers and the communities we work with.
🔹 High safety standards
Our local partner has been operating in Tanzania for years and has hosted thousands of international volunteers. The programmes are built for adults aged 18+ and are kept under regular review for quality and safety.
🔹 24/7 support
You'll always have a local coordinator reachable by phone and on WhatsApp. On top of that, our UK team is available 24/7 for anything you need.
🔹 Briefing and orientation
Before you travel, you'll get a full guide with all the practical info. Your first day on site is given over to orientation: rules, culture, safety and tips for getting the most out of the trip.
🔹 A few sensible habits
Tanzania is welcoming and friendly, but a few simple habits go a long way:
- Avoid showing valuables in public and keep your phone in your pocket in busy markets.
- Travel as a group after dark and follow your local coordinator's advice.
- Respect local customs; modest dress is appreciated, especially in the Maasai villages.
💡 Our aim
A safe, well-supported environment so you can focus on what really matters: spending time, sharing skills and learning alongside the local community.
🧭 Orientation day
The first Monday is fully dedicated to orientation. No rush, no projects, just time to settle in, get to know the group and figure out how everything works.
🔹 What happens on the first Monday
The day is structured to give you everything you need:
- Welcome meeting, programme introduction and house rules
- Practical tips on health, safety and local etiquette
- Introduction to Tanzanian culture and a hands-on Swahili lesson
- A walk around the area: shops, the small market, the pharmacy, the ATM and where to get a local SIM
- A walk in the Monduli mountains (weather permitting)
📱 Staying connected
Local SIMs (Halotel, Airtel) are easy to pick up in town and give you a steady connection for messages, maps and calls.
🤝 A first step into the community
Orientation is when the connections start, with the other volunteers, the local team and the area. From Tuesday the projects kick off and the weekly rhythm settles in.
The first Monday is fully dedicated to orientation. No rush, no projects, just time to settle in, get to know the group and figure out how everything works.
🔹 What happens on the first Monday
The day is structured to give you everything you need:
- Welcome meeting, programme introduction and house rules
- Practical tips on health, safety and local etiquette
- Introduction to Tanzanian culture and a hands-on Swahili lesson
- A walk around the area: shops, the small market, the pharmacy, the ATM and where to get a local SIM
- A walk in the Monduli mountains (weather permitting)
📱 Staying connected
Local SIMs (Halotel, Airtel) are easy to pick up in town and give you a steady connection for messages, maps and calls.
🤝 A first step into the community
Orientation is when the connections start, with the other volunteers, the local team and the area. From Tuesday the projects kick off and the weekly rhythm settles in.
The main airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), the main hub in northern Tanzania. As an alternative you can land at Arusha Airport, smaller but closer to the centre.
Recommended day and arrival window: Sunday, between 06:00 and 18:00. That's when our transfer coordinator will be waiting at the arrivals exit, holding a sign with your name.
Saturday arrivals: possible, but you'll need to book an extra night at the centre in Monduli.
If you arrive outside the pickup window, you'll need to make your own way to the centre. The simplest option is a taxi from JRO airport to the Monduli bus terminal (about 100 USD), or a taxi to the Arusha bus station (about 50 USD) followed by a local minibus to Monduli (about 1,500 TZS).
The coordinator will be waiting outside the main arrivals hall. If you can't spot them straight away, stay at the meeting point and wait at least 20 minutes; they may be in traffic. If needed, ring the number we'll send you by email before you travel.
📱 A quick tip
Pick up a local SIM at the airport so you can stay in touch with the local team, the other volunteers and people back home.
Transfer times: from Kilimanjaro Airport to the centre in Monduli takes around 2–2.5 hours by car. From Arusha Airport, around 40–50 minutes. The transfer can be shared with other participants arriving the same day.
⚠️ Important: don't leave the meeting point and don't try to make your own way to the centre if you've booked the transfer. Stay where you are; the team will get to you.
🚖 Heading home: return flight tips
The return transfer to the airport isn't included. You can sort it with help from the local coordinator. Allow plenty of time (2–2.5 hours for JRO) and book a return flight in the afternoon to give yourself a buffer.
🗓️ Carrying on with your trip elsewhere
Let us know in advance and we'll share useful tips so your departure goes smoothly.
💡 Once your booking is confirmed
We'll email you a detailed pre-departure pack with all the practical info and emergency contacts.
Recommended day and arrival window: Sunday, between 06:00 and 18:00. That's when our transfer coordinator will be waiting at the arrivals exit, holding a sign with your name.
Saturday arrivals: possible, but you'll need to book an extra night at the centre in Monduli.
If you arrive outside the pickup window, you'll need to make your own way to the centre. The simplest option is a taxi from JRO airport to the Monduli bus terminal (about 100 USD), or a taxi to the Arusha bus station (about 50 USD) followed by a local minibus to Monduli (about 1,500 TZS).
The coordinator will be waiting outside the main arrivals hall. If you can't spot them straight away, stay at the meeting point and wait at least 20 minutes; they may be in traffic. If needed, ring the number we'll send you by email before you travel.
📱 A quick tip
Pick up a local SIM at the airport so you can stay in touch with the local team, the other volunteers and people back home.
Transfer times: from Kilimanjaro Airport to the centre in Monduli takes around 2–2.5 hours by car. From Arusha Airport, around 40–50 minutes. The transfer can be shared with other participants arriving the same day.
⚠️ Important: don't leave the meeting point and don't try to make your own way to the centre if you've booked the transfer. Stay where you are; the team will get to you.
🚖 Heading home: return flight tips
The return transfer to the airport isn't included. You can sort it with help from the local coordinator. Allow plenty of time (2–2.5 hours for JRO) and book a return flight in the afternoon to give yourself a buffer.
🗓️ Carrying on with your trip elsewhere
Let us know in advance and we'll share useful tips so your departure goes smoothly.
💡 Once your booking is confirmed
We'll email you a detailed pre-departure pack with all the practical info and emergency contacts.
Book your spot
1
Send your application (free)
Pick the project you like the look of and tell us when you'd like to travel. No commitment, the application is free and non-binding.
2
Meet your coordinator
After your application, we'll put you in touch with your dedicated coordinator. They'll walk you through everything and answer your questions.
3
Confirm your spot
When you're ready, pay the deposit to lock in your spot. You'll get everything you need: local contacts, a visa guide and your pre-trip pack.
4
Off you go
Pack your bag and travel. On arrival you'll find other travellers like you, a welcoming local team, and a trip you'll be talking about for a while.
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