Olouwaru Safaris Volunteering and Traveling Programs
Volunteering abroad doesn’t require wealth—just compassion, curiosity, and the will to make a difference. Our programs are affordable and flexible, allowing you to volunteer for as little as a week or stay for several months. Each placement prioritizes safety, sustainability, and community impact, ensuring your efforts create lasting value long after your visit.
Tanzania offers a life-changing experience that blends purpose with adventure. Here, you can support local communities through educational, medical, or environmental projects while exploring one of the most culturally diverse and naturally stunning countries in the world. Beyond volunteering, you’ll discover new perspectives, form meaningful connections, and grow both personally and professionally.
Oluwaru Safaris is also committed to giving back to the community through various volunteer initiatives, including:
Education Volunteerism
Health Development Support
Orphanage Volunteer Programs
Volunteers have the opportunity to teach and gain an authentic understanding of local schools alongside Tanzanian teachers. You’ll help learners build practical skills—especially English—opening doors to stronger education and future opportunities.
Depending on your interest, you can teach at kindergarten, primary, secondary, or adult education levels. Subjects may include English language, music, computer science, or life skills, depending on your expertise.
You can also choose to donate to schools through books, uniforms, or even support construction and renovation projects based on your preference and availability. School days run from Monday to Friday, but the schedule can be adjusted if you wish to participate in additional activities with us.
Volunteers are welcomed to support local clinics and hospitals alongside Tanzanian doctors and nurses, contributing to patient care, health education, and community outreach under professional supervision. Depending on your training and the facility’s policies, you may assist with basic triage, patient intake, record-keeping, health talks, and non-invasive therapies—while qualified medical professionals may take on additional clinical tasks as approved by the host team. You’re also encouraged to share preventative health advice and promote healthy practices in ways that are culturally respectful and evidence-based.
You may contribute materially by coordinating donations of approved medicines, essential equipment, uniforms, or financial support for hospital improvements in consultation with the facility. Health services operate daily, and your schedule can be adjusted to accommodate other community activities or personal commitments, ensuring a meaningful and manageable volunteering experience.
Support women and young people in our community through practical life-skills and entrepreneurship training that builds confidence, independence, and sustainable livelihoods. Volunteers with a passion for inclusion and empowerment can contribute to vocational activities such as traditional attire making, basket weaving, and other handicrafts, while also mentoring on goal-setting, basic finance, and small-business skills.
Most participants work in groups, making it easy to plan interactive sessions and achieve meaningful progress together. There’s no fixed timetable—volunteering is arranged around your availability—so with a well-coordinated schedule, you can engage consistently and create lasting impact.
This is how you can get started as a volunteer with us:
Complete the online form to share your details and area of interest. This helps us understand the kind of volunteer experience you’re looking for.
After registering, one of our volunteer coordinators will contact you to discuss suitable programs and answer any questions you may have.
Select the most suitable volunteer program and start planning your adventure with us — we’ll guide you through every step of the process.
Have questions about volunteering with us? You’re not alone! Our FAQ section is here to guide you through everything you need to know before starting your journey — from program options and requirements to accommodation, safety, and cultural experiences. Whether you’re joining for a week or several months, this section will help you understand what to expect, how to prepare, and how to make the most of your time volunteering in Tanzania.
You can contribute across several focus areas, including Childcare & Orphan Support, Education & Youth (teaching English and life skills), Health & Medical (for qualified/trainee professionals under supervision), Women & Youth Empowerment (vocational and entrepreneurship skills), Environment & Conservation, and Community Development.
Fees vary by program and length of stay. Typically, they include placement matching, pre-departure guidance, in-country orientation, accommodation with a vetted host family, daily meals, local coordinator support, and 24/7 assistance. They generally exclude international flights, visas, travel insurance, vaccinations, personal expenses, and optional weekend trips. Contact us for a precise quote for your dates and program.
Your efforts help create tangible, lasting change—from strengthening learning outcomes and supporting vulnerable children to improving community health access and advancing women’s livelihoods. The skills you share open doors to new opportunities and foster sustainable growth and hope.
Yes—safety is a top priority. New Hope vets all partner sites and provides orientation, an on-the-ground coordinator, trusted host families, emergency contacts, and regular check-ins. You’ll also follow clear safeguarding and health guidelines throughout your placement.
Volunteers stay with welcoming, respected host families in shared, same-gender rooms (where possible), with access to running water and Western-style toilets (in most placements). You’ll receive three nutritious daily meals featuring local ingredients. Dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice.
Oluwaru Safaris is a Tanzanian tour company specialising in wildlife safaris, mountain trekking, and cultural beach holidays. With over ten years of experience, we offer unique travel experiences and support research on African culture, as well as event organisation, such as seminars and workshops.
