Tanzania School Expedition School Trips
Projects Abroad
During this expedition, you and your students will make a difference in the local community and get immersed in the Tanzanian culture.Projects Abroad established the project for Maasai children around a decade ago, and we are constantly striving to improve the children's learning and physical environment. To contribute to this long-term initiative, your group will work on renovation and improvement projects with the community and our local team. You will also have the opportunity to engage with the children directly by organising educational and fun activities for them.
During your stay in Arusha, you will be introduced to the customs and traditions and will join dancing and cooking classes to understand the Maasai culture and way of living fully.
At the end of this project, you will go on two safaris to observe the incredible Tanzanian biodiversity. You and your students will witness iconic species in their natural habitat, such as lions, giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, leopards, cheetahs, and much more. You will get the chance to improve your wildlife identification skills in addition to capturing magical photos.
You will then go on a different kind of adventure and learn survival skills as you go on a three-day trek and end your journey in Moshi. There, you will be able to relax and enjoy some self-care time by visiting the geothermal Chemka Hot Springs.
This programme is set in a beautiful setting and will give your students the opportunity to make a difference for the Maasai children, as well as discover the incredible nature of Tanzania and challenge themselves.
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Example Itineraries for our 2026 trips
Day 1
Arrive in the easy-going city of Arusha and get some rest after your flight.
Day 2
Your first two days will focus on orientation in the city and at the setting, as well as discussions around safety and cultural sensitivity. Your group will go over the plan for the programme with our local team and ensure everyone is aware of their roles and can make a start on thinking about activities to initiate in the setting. Visit the street stalls for your first taste of masala chai or Tanzanian stew.
Days 3 - 10
You will work alongside community members at our Maasai Village Pre-school with the aim of helping achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals through outreach work, lessons, and renovations.
You will also engage with the local children through educational and fun activities: help in the classroom with small groups and one-to-one, as well as organising sports and creative activities. We want your students to fully engage with the local schoolchildren and feel they have some small stake in the continued development of this community initiative.
Jump high during traditional dances, learn about local customs and support early childhood development initiatives!
Days 11 - 14
Next stop, the Serengeti!
Home to the world's most famous wildlife, you'll have a chance to see Elephants, Lions, Giraffes, Buffalo, Wildebeest, Zebras, Leopards, Cheetahs and much more! Experience African nature and improve your wildlife identification skills. This is an excellent occasion for your group to take magical photos.
You will participate in game nights and share stories under the stars in the evenings.
Day 15:
Welcome to Ngorongoro Crater – home to the highest concentration of lions in Africa!
This massive volcanic basin spans a hundred square miles and is home to over 25,000 large animals. This is one of the best places to see big cats hunting.
You will camp out on the crater's edge and gaze up in awe at some of the best views of the Milky Way!
Day 16
Travel east to the small town of Same near the rolling Southern Pares. Rarely visited by tourists, this region gives you a real feel for local life as you pass little villages, forested mountains, and wild African bush.
Head to the market to gather supplies and gear. Receive an overview of the trek, review first-aid training and choose leadership roles.
Days 17 - 19
It's time to grab your backpack and start your trekking adventure! During your first two days, you will explore waterfalls and hillside villages. Practise your orienteering skills and set up camp under the stars.
Wake up early on the third day to ascend Shengena Peak (2,463m). Gaze out at spectacular views of African plains. After an exhausting but rewarding three days, you'll travel to the town of Moshi to relax.
Day 20
Step out into the streets of Moshi, the capital of Tanzania's legendary Kilimanjaro region. This welcoming city sits at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro – Africa's highest peak (5,895m).
Rest sore legs in the geothermal Chemka Hot Springs – Moshi's all-natural spa! Watch the sun set over Kilimanjaro and celebrate your accomplishments.
Day 21
After an incredible three weeks, it's time to head home. Pack your souvenirs into your backpack and head to the airport.
Your students will leave with newfound confidence, a deeper sense of self and lifelong friends. The experiences and skills they've gained will help them throughout their future.
Please get in touch to receive a detailed itinerary by completing the form.
Arrive in the easy-going city of Arusha and get some rest after your flight.
Day 2
Your first two days will focus on orientation in the city and at the setting, as well as discussions around safety and cultural sensitivity. Your group will go over the plan for the programme with our local team and ensure everyone is aware of their roles and can make a start on thinking about activities to initiate in the setting. Visit the street stalls for your first taste of masala chai or Tanzanian stew.
Days 3 - 10
You will work alongside community members at our Maasai Village Pre-school with the aim of helping achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals through outreach work, lessons, and renovations.
You will also engage with the local children through educational and fun activities: help in the classroom with small groups and one-to-one, as well as organising sports and creative activities. We want your students to fully engage with the local schoolchildren and feel they have some small stake in the continued development of this community initiative.
Jump high during traditional dances, learn about local customs and support early childhood development initiatives!
Days 11 - 14
Next stop, the Serengeti!
Home to the world's most famous wildlife, you'll have a chance to see Elephants, Lions, Giraffes, Buffalo, Wildebeest, Zebras, Leopards, Cheetahs and much more! Experience African nature and improve your wildlife identification skills. This is an excellent occasion for your group to take magical photos.
You will participate in game nights and share stories under the stars in the evenings.
Day 15:
Welcome to Ngorongoro Crater – home to the highest concentration of lions in Africa!
This massive volcanic basin spans a hundred square miles and is home to over 25,000 large animals. This is one of the best places to see big cats hunting.
You will camp out on the crater's edge and gaze up in awe at some of the best views of the Milky Way!
Day 16
Travel east to the small town of Same near the rolling Southern Pares. Rarely visited by tourists, this region gives you a real feel for local life as you pass little villages, forested mountains, and wild African bush.
Head to the market to gather supplies and gear. Receive an overview of the trek, review first-aid training and choose leadership roles.
Days 17 - 19
It's time to grab your backpack and start your trekking adventure! During your first two days, you will explore waterfalls and hillside villages. Practise your orienteering skills and set up camp under the stars.
Wake up early on the third day to ascend Shengena Peak (2,463m). Gaze out at spectacular views of African plains. After an exhausting but rewarding three days, you'll travel to the town of Moshi to relax.
Day 20
Step out into the streets of Moshi, the capital of Tanzania's legendary Kilimanjaro region. This welcoming city sits at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro – Africa's highest peak (5,895m).
Rest sore legs in the geothermal Chemka Hot Springs – Moshi's all-natural spa! Watch the sun set over Kilimanjaro and celebrate your accomplishments.
Day 21
After an incredible three weeks, it's time to head home. Pack your souvenirs into your backpack and head to the airport.
Your students will leave with newfound confidence, a deeper sense of self and lifelong friends. The experiences and skills they've gained will help them throughout their future.
Please get in touch to receive a detailed itinerary by completing the form.
Which Curriculum Subjects do we cater for?
Expedition
Click to read full text This expedition offers a perfect mix of wildlife observation, cultural immersion, and physical activities.
You will begin your trip in the remote village of Arusha, where you will learn about the local customs, try some traditional Tanzanian cuisine, and work alongside community members to enhance the learning environment for village schoolchildren. Your students will work on our ongoing renovation projects and will be able to organise fun and educational activities with the children.
You will then discover the incredibly diverse fauna and flora of Serengeti & Ngorongoro. Develop your wildlife identification skills and capture beautiful memories.
After the two safaris, your group will prepare to go on a 3-day trek through the Southern Pare Mountains. Students will witness beautiful waterfalls, discover hillside villages, and gain orienteering skills.
Before heading to the airport and back home, you will stay in Mochi, the capital of the Kilimanjaro region, and relax in the geothermal Chemka Hot Springs.
Cultural
Immerse yourself and your students fully in the Tanzanian culture. Exchange with the locals in remote villages to learn from their lives and experiences; engage in activities with the local children; learn about the local customs of the different places you will visit.
Community Projects
Your students will collaborate with community members to work on UN Sustainable Development Goals, such as SGD #4, Quality Education. They will work on improving the learning environment at our Maasai Village Pre-School by joining our ongoing renovation project, doing outreach work and organising fun and engaging activities for the schoolchildren.
What size groups do we cater for?
All group sizes of 5 or more. Free staff place for every 9 students.
Access for visitors with disabilities?
Disabled facilities can be offered on request.
Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Visitors with special educational needs can be catered for on request.
Anything else?
Projects Abroad provides an individualised service and schedule planning, which is backed up by excellent pre-departure preparation and by a dedicated and highly experienced local team in each destination.
We aim to provide a challenging and rewarding experience for every student, promoting self-belief, resilience, leadership, teamwork, reflection, and a new perspective on the world.
Get in touch today! Our partnerships team are happy to answer any queries and guide you through the process of booking the school trip of a lifetime!
We aim to provide a challenging and rewarding experience for every student, promoting self-belief, resilience, leadership, teamwork, reflection, and a new perspective on the world.
Get in touch today! Our partnerships team are happy to answer any queries and guide you through the process of booking the school trip of a lifetime!
Who are Projects Abroad?
Projects Abroad arrange challenging, meaningful, educational, and safe overseas service and internship programmes.
We have been taking students overseas since 1992 and work in over 20 developing and emerging countries across Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Key to our work is the dedicated in-country staff whose diverse skill sets, local knowledge and love of their community allow us to develop relevant, immersive and worthwhile schedules for school trips which give the students responsibility and teach them to see the world through a different lens.
We offer programmes in community development, conservation, construction, education, sports, empowerment, human rights, and healthcare, among many others. These projects are designed to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, broadening the student experience to see the contribution of a few to a movement for global change.
All school trips are individualised. We realise that each school has its own goals and interests, and the students have their own passions. We work with the school to develop a tailored itinerary that reflects their values and allows the students to make a connection with the community in which they serve.
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