Tanzania School Expedition

Projects Abroad School Trips

Why should you consider Tanzania School Expedition with Projects Abroad for your next School Trip or Educational Visit?

Projects Abroad arranges overseas service and internship programmes which are challenging, meaningful, educational and safe.

We have been taking students overseas since 1992 and work in over 20 developing and emerging countries across 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 towards United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, broadening the student experience to see the contribution of a few going towards a movement for global change.

All school trips are individualised, we realise that each school has its own goals and interests, the students their own passions. We work with the school to develop a tailored itinerary which reflects their values and which allows the students to make a connection with the community in which they serve.

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Example Itineraries

Day 1: Arrive in Arusha
Arrive in the easy-going city of Arusha!
Time to get some rest after your flight. You’re about to go off the beaten path and experience places you’ve been dreaming about.
Lush mountains, remote villages and the Serengeti – they’re all waiting to be explored.

Day 2: Explore Arusha
Step into the streets of Arusha. This welcoming city sits at the base of Mt. Meru on the eastern edge of the Great Rift Valley.

Receive your orientation and take the opportunity to exchange your currency, familiarise yourself with local customs and explore winding markets. Visit the street stalls for your first taste of masala chai or Tanzanian stew.

Days 3 - 10: Volunteer with Maasai
Now that you’ve settled in, it’s time to truly immerse yourself and make a lasting impact. Work alongside community members at our Maasai Village Pre-school. Our aim is to help achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals through outreach work, lessons and renovations.

The group will work on renovation and improvement projects, Projects Abroad established the program for Maasai children nearly 10 years ago and we are constantly striving to make it a better learning and physical environment for the children.

Students will also engage the local children in educational and fun activities. They can help in the classroom with small groups and one-to-one help as well as organising sports or creative activities. We want the 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: Safari in Serengeti
Next stop, the Serengeti! Set out on game drives across the vast savannah landscape.

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 the naturalness of this open expanse, improving your wildlife identification skills and filling up your camera roll.

Play games and share stories under the stars each night!

Day 15: Safari in Ngorongoro
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.

Camp out on the crater’s edge and gaze up in awe at some of the best views of the Milky Way!

Day 16: Prepare to Trek
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 travel past little villages, forested mountains and wild African bush.

Head to the market to gather supplies and gear. Receive an overview of the trek, and first-aid training and choose leadership roles.

Days 17 - 19: Southern Pare Trek
Time to grab your backpack and start your trekking adventure! Explore waterfalls and hillside villages during your first two days. Practice 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: Debrief in Moshi
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: Disembark from Kilimanjaro Airport
After an incredible three weeks, it’s time to head home. Pile souvenirs into your backpack and travel to the airport.

Check in, drop off your bags and sit back. Take some time to let it all sink in. You’ve just had the trip of a lifetime!

Leave with newfound confidence, a deeper sense of self and lifelong friends. The experiences and skills you’ve gained will help you throughout your future, no matter what path you take. Can’t wait to see you again soon!

What size groups do you cater for?

All group sizes of 5 or more. Free staff place for every 9 students.

Do you offer access for visitors with disabilities?

Disabled facilities can be offered on request.

Do you cater for visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Visitors with special educational needs can be catered for on request.

Anything else?

Projects Abroad provide 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 which promotes self-belief, resilience, leadership, teamwork, reflection, and a new perspective on the world.

Please contact us so we can support you with your trip planning.

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Who are Projects Abroad?

This is a three week programme which will challenge, educate and inspire students in a country renowned around the world for its incredible wildlife, the vibrancy of its indigenous culture and stunning landscapes.

The itinerary takes in numerous parts of the north of Tanzania with varied activities which will engage the students with the people, its culture and the outdoors while undertaking service projects which give back to the community and from which the students will learn many new skills and perspectives.

The activities include:
Service – several years ago, Projects Abroad established a school which serves the Maasai community on the edge of Arusha. We built it and now staff it but there is much development do in order to reach our goals.

The group will take on a renovation project which may be building improvements or extensions, creating outdoor activity spaces and gardens. This is challenging work in a warm climate which will develop great team camaraderie and a sense of pride and achievement in the finished article.

This aspect of the placement will take the students into the traditional lands of the Maasai where government services are sparse and the school has proved a focal point for the community and a new opportunity for the young people of the community , the work the group does here is a huge boost for the setting and insightful and rewarding for the students.

The group will also engage with the local students in the classroom, assisting small groups and individuals with literacy and numeracy projects (class ratios are high) and also in sports or creative activities.

Projects Abroad works towards UN Sustainable Development Goals in its programmes and these principles will shape the work the group undertakes.
Adventure – Tanzania has some of the most highly regarded safari in the world and students will see the best of this on the Serengeti plains and the Ngorongoro Crater which has wildlife populations almost caught in time.

Students will see incredible sights from great herds of wildebeest, zebra and antelope as well as elephants and numerous predators such as lions, cheetah and hyena. Close up encounters with some of the most charismatic animals in the world is an unforgettable experience.

The programme then takes an even more adventurous step as the group embarks on a three day trek through the Southern Pare mountains. They will set up camp, cook and sleep under the stars (with the protection of experienced bushpeople) enjoying huge skies with the best stargazing imaginable and during daylight views across the vast plains.

This programme really shows the students great outdoors, a memorable adventure.
This is a hugely varied programme and a great challenge for any student. It offers a great insight into the country and teaches the students inter-cultural competence, the ability to be a considerate and curious traveller, increased self confidence, resilience and perspective.
Projects Abroad staff will accompany the group at all times and manage daily debriefing sessions to help students reflect on and absorb the day’s events.