Planning to volunteer abroad with an orphanage or childcare program? Go Volunteer Africa offers Zanzibar orphanage volunteer work for individuals, couples, families, groups and students who love children to make great contribution and bring changes in their lives. Participating in our Zanzibar orphanage volunteer work will also help you to get immersed in the local Zanzibari culture.
Zanzibari people are known to be friendly; this is one of the best reasons to work as a volunteer in Zanzibar. Doing orphanage volunteer work in Zanzibar is a great opportunity to learn a new culture from inside out. This volunteer project can be quite emotional when you see poverty close you but you will be able to help and you will be given full training and support when participating. You won’t be alone either, there will be volunteers from all over the world helping too.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
- Help with administration.
- Teaching English (3-4 hour a day)
- Help in food cooking, distribution, kitchen and garden.
- Accompanying the children to school and picking them up
- Organizing games, arts and crafts and singing and dancing activities
- Assisting the children with their daily routine before and after school
- Taking kids on educational tours around Zanzibar (Tanzania mainland)
- Helping the children with their homework and monitoring their academic progress.
Volunteering with our Zanzibar Orphanage Volunteer Work is a memorable life moments which you give back to the community. By joining Zanzibar orphanage volunteering project you get the chance to improve the life of underprivileged children, care for them and support them.
PROJECT LOCATION
Zanzibar is a paradise with soft-sand, white beaches and shimmering azure waters. If you are a beach or sun lover and you have a thing for snorkeling, Zanzibar is your destination. But, the Zanzibar Archipelago is so much more than romantic coastlines and blissful sunsets – these islands offer a kaleidoscope of sights, smells and tastes which feed your soul and leave you wanting to return again.
ARRIVAL & AIRPORT PICKUP
All international flights land in Zanzibar City. If your flight takes you into Dar es Salaam rather than to Zanzibar, you can opt to take a ferry or flight to the island.
After you have booked and confirmed your placement, please book your flights to arrive at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar. A member of staff from our local partner organization from Arusha will meet you on arrival at Airport. This airport services numerous international carriers. Zanzibar has good connections to destinations throughout Europe, the Asia- Pacific region, USA and Africa.
ORIENTATION
Orientation and Placement will be done the next day. Generally, your volunteer orientation is an overview of the project’s mission, expectations and introduction to the local community and project site. Following your arrival in Zanzibar you will be given a presentation by the co-coordinating project team to prepare you for the work you will be doing.
PROJECT DETAILS
The children living at the orphanage home really need love & care, just like other children. Every child needs love, kindness, attention and care. When the little human beings are born, they should be surrounded by loving people. But unfortunately, life dictates its harsh laws, and many children do not have anyone close who would care. We need volunteers for this project because having volunteers with them at all time makes them happy and they feel that they have somebody taking care of them.
At orphanage care project in Zanzibar, there are many areas where volunteers can use their education and skills to contribute to the life changing experience for our children. Go Volunteer Africa facilitates opportunities for individuals, students, groups and gap-year students to volunteer in Zanzibar.
Go Volunteer Africa organizes and arranges adventure holidays, wildlife programs, language and cultural experience programs and meaningful volunteer opportunities across Zanzibar. Go Volunteer Africa places volunteers and interns in schools, hospital, and orphanage in Zanzibar. You can even sign up for an adventure safari or tour in Tanzania (mainland).
GROUP VOLUNTEER TRIPS
Get some friends together or organize a group from your school and embark on this incredible adventure! Discounts are offered on any group of 5+ participants on Zanzibar volunteering program.
LONGTERM VOLUNTEER WORK
Please contact us for more information about our long-term volunteer work in Zanzibar. We will guide you on the best times of the year, what to pack, and what extra health precautions to keep in mind and all logistics.
VOLUNTEER ACCOMMODATION
Volunteers are provided accommodation in a beautiful coastal volunteer house accommodation managed by the local coordinating team. Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) are provided to the participants from Monday – Sunday. The accommodation is neat and clean. Accommodation is shared amongst volunteers on the ‘same gender sharing’ basis rooms. Wifi internet, warm water is not guaranteed.
AGE REQUIREMENT
Our program is for anyone eighteen years and above who loves service above self and social experiences with people from all over the world. We also accepts volunteers of 16+ years of age if they are in a group with a guardian or supervisor above 25years. Volunteers under 16 years old are only considered when accompanied by a parent/guardian. There isn’t a maximum age limit, though a reasonable fitness level is necessary. Families are encouraged to apply and are welcome!
VISAS
Visitors to Tanzania must obtain a visa from one of the Tanzanian diplomatic missions or online unless they come from one of the visa exempt countries or countries whose citizens can obtain a visa on arrival. Almost all that are not visa exempt may obtain a visa on arrival. Visa must be paid with notes of USD 50 or USD 100. The length of stay is determined at ports of entry.
All volunteers are required to apply for class “C” resident permit in Tanzania after your arrival in Tanzania and this is your responsibility. You will enter Tanzania with a tourist visa and apply the permit next day. You must apply the permit in the Immigration Bureau in Dar Es salaam, Arusha or Zanzibar city. Our country coordinator in Tanzania will help you during the application process.
WEEKENDS AND FREE-TIME
Over the weekends or evenings, participants are free to eat out and explore the different delights that Zanzibar/Tanzania has to offer. We arrange city day tours and long-weekend safaris. No matter what your interests, there is always something for everyone to enjoy!
PROJECT QUICK FACTS
| Availability: | Project open all year round |
| Duration: | Minimum 2 weeks commitment |
| Age Limits: | Minimum 16yrs or older for solo travelers. |
| Minimum Age: | Families are welcome |
| Dates: | Flexible start and end dates |
| Arrival dates: | One day before the start date |
| Airport Arrival: | Airport pickup, meet and greet by GVA partner representative |
| Working Days: | Monday – Friday – 5 days a week, 5-8 hours in a day |
| Weekends: | Travel / Sightseeing NOT included in program cost |
| Accommodation: | Host Family or volunteer house |
| Meals: | Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily |
| Support: | Pre-departure guide, In-country staff available 24/7 |
| Location: | Zanzibar |
| Language: | English |
IN A NUTSHELL
Volunteering in Zanzibar with Go Volunteer Africa is affordable, low cost and budget friendly. The volunteer opportunities in Zanzibar are meaningful and life changing both to the volunteer and the host community.
Go Volunteer Africa was ranked as the best volunteer organization in Zanzibar. All volunteer programs in Zanzibar are community driven and managed by the local coordinating teams and this will give you a chance to get to know local people and really help those in need.
Go Volunteer Africa is among the top NGOs looking for volunteers in Zanzibar. Most volunteer projects in Zanzibar are located throughout the country and in more rural areas.
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PROGRAM FEE: (USD$)
Program Fee Excludes:
- Flights
- Visas
- Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Airport Drop off (Can be arranged upon request)
PLACEMENT BOOKING DEPOSIT FEE
Please Note: An application and placement booking deposit of USD$220 (per person) which comes off the total program cost above is charged to secure your placement on the program. The program fee balance payment is due within 8 weeks from your program start date.
HOW TO APPLY
To start the process fill Volunteer application form and submit it for consideration and book your placement. For more information on how to get enrolled for the volunteering experience of a lifetime contact us. Or Give us a call | WhatsApp | Telegram | Viber | Imo at +254-796-786292 to talk to a Program Specialist.
