Explore Tanzania's Community Development Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering in Tanzania offers an
opportunity to immerse yourself in this East African gem while making a meaningful
impact. From the peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro to the vast savannas of the Serengeti,
Tanzania is a top tourism destination, but is still challenged by extreme poverty. Whether
you're passionate about gender equality, animal welfare, community development, or
teaching, there are numerous volunteer programs available, allowing you to experience
a unique blend of adventure and humanitarian work. Join us in this extraordinary journey
to explore Tanzania.
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Our Programs
(Mar/Apr/May)
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Volunteer and Intern with us
Experience Tanzania
Programs from 3 weeks
Since
2013
The word “Fursa” means “possibility” in Swahili and that is exactly what we wish to accomplish with these volunteer projects – to create possibilities for communities and individuals to work abroad for a cause and grow and help create a better future.
Volunteering abroad, in Tanzania, can be a challenge, especially since today there are hundreds
of volunteer organizations out there and it’s hard to know which one is the right one. Fursa
Projects emerged from a pursuit to inspire and support community development ethically, and
over the long term. Having seen the bad effects of “voluntourism” many of the volunteering
programs create, we wished to find more sustainable projects and causes, where the impacts
will last and, not be forgotten by the next arriving volunteers. We wish to create programs
specifically for volunteers or students with the appropriate skills and motivations.
See out volunteer programs in action
Programs for a Cause
230
Volunteers
Since our establishment, we have had more than 230 volunteers join us from across the globe
7
Communities
Our programs have supported 7 different community areas across the various program types
2500
People
Fursa Projects
has directly and
indirectly
supported more
than 2500
people through
our programs!
5
Impact Areas
Our programs are specially chosen to target 5 key impact areas, meeting Sustainable Development Goals
we are best
Program Inclusions
Accomodation
During your
program, stay at
the best Hostel
in Tanzania -
The White
House of
Tanzania Hostel
Breakfast & Dinner
Enjoy Breakfast
and Dinner each
day, consisting
of local and
western dishes
Airport Pick Up
We will be at the
airport ready to
greet you upon
arrival in
Tanzania!
Program Support
Throughout your
program, be
supported by our
team on the
ground. A portion
of your fee also
goes to the
placement directly
attractions
A Program for Everyone
Child Care
Min 3 weeks | Volunteer
Working with a local
pre-primary school, the
Child Care programs offer
volunteers the opportunity to
work with children
supporting their
development.
Gender & Womens Empowerment
Min 3 weeks | Volunteer
This program allows you to
support young women, living
in a local womens shelter,
through further education,
business development
support and empowerment.
Health
Development
Min 3 weeks | Volunteer
The community health
development program is for
those working in the
healthcare sector and are
looking to contribute to
health-based education and
awareness
Sports
Program
Min 3 weeks | Volunteer
The sports program is all
about helping our partner
school develop a unique and
ongoing sports program,
schoolwide. Helping children
learn gross motor, teamwork
and relationship skills, along
Animal Welfare
& Rescue
Min 3 weeks | Volunteer
This program is all about
Animal Rescue through an
animal welfare organization
dedicated to the rescue and
welfare of dogs and other
street animals
Massai Village
- Teaching
Min 3 weeks | Volunteer
The community health
development program is for
those working in the
healthcare sector and are
looking to contribute to
health-based education and
awareness
Medical
Outreach -
Hospice
Min 3 weeks | Volunteer
The community health
development program is for
those working in the
healthcare sector and are
looking to contribute to
health-based education and
awareness
Mental Health
Min 3 weeks | Volunteer
Mental health is an
important and underexposed
subject, especially in
developing countries. Are
you studying psychology or
social work? Work in one of
the only Mental Health
centres here in Tanzania
through the Hospital
Teaching
Min 3 weeks | Volunteer
Work in a small primary
school with great values and
amazing staff looking for
volunteers to help them
teach young children, the
future of Tanzania. Assist
with lesson planning,
games, units, and more!
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Why choose us?
Diverse Volunteer Opportunities
Our international
programs offer a
wide range of
diverse
volunteer
opportunities,
including wildlife
conservation,
community
development,
teaching, and
more. Discover
unique
experiences that
match your
interests
Unforgettable Cultural Exchange
Immerse
yourself in
Tanzanian
culture, forge
lasting
connections,
meet travellers
from around the
world and create
cherished
memories. Stay
at the best
Hostel in
Tanzania during
your stay!
Affordable and Cost-Effective
Our volunteer
programs are
the lowest cost,
and priced only
to cover your
living expenses
whilst here. We
aim to provide
options for those
seeking
impactful
experiences on
a backpacker
budget.
Local Expertise and Support
Benefit from local
expertise and
on-the-ground
support. Our team
ensures a safe and
enriching
experience in
Tanzania, from
safari adventures
to cultural
immersion
Experience Africa
Additional Activities & Experiences
4 Day Group Safari
Safari / $730
3 Day Group Safari
Safari / $550
Hot Springs & Moshi
Day Trip / $130
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Volunteer Stories
Paula
I have not one bad
thing to say about my
stay and volunteering
at Faraja projects in
Arusha, Tanzania.
The project is a great
way to help women and volunteering
there is an amazing
experience everyone
with the opportunity
to should do it! I will
definitely be
coming back, thank
you very much for
making my stay in
Tanzania so special
Faraja
Gwen
I worked at the day
care among very
little kids, and it has
been an incredible
experience! First
because we had the warmest welcome
from the kids and
the crew over there,
also because it has
been a real
exchange. We all
learned from each
other and we
worked together in
the same direction
Lucy
I volunteered with
Fursa Projects on
their Childcare
program on in
January, and
absolutely loved it! As
I want to work in development, this
program allowed me
to get a really
in-depth
understanding of the
challenges that face
children and families
being able to access
quality education in
Tanzania
Ready for the experience of a lifetime
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