Tanzania School Expedition School Trip

Days 1 - 2
Land in the shadow of Africa's tallest mountain at Kilimanjaro International Airport, outside the beautiful city of Arusha. Our staff will pick you up from the airport and give you time to settle into your guesthouse.

There, you'll undertake a cultural induction from our local team, discussing the details of your trip and helping you understand what to expect from the Tanzanian people.

Our staff will also take you on a tour of the local area, showing you the key points of interest and any facilities you might need during your stay. They'll even help you exchange money and get lunch with you.

Round off your settling in period with a basic Swahili lesson to make sure you get the best out of your visit, enabling cultural exchange and knowledge sharing with the locals.

Days 3 - 6
Live and breathe the famous culture of the Maasai people. Spend your first day immersed in the community and adopting their ancient traditions, meeting local leaders and visiting the Maasai school where you will work.

For the following three days, you'll work at the Projects Abroad Maasai school, assisting teachers in the classroom or improving learning environments through renovation work.

You will help teach English to children while coming up with fun games and interesting worksheets. You might also have the chance to support extracurricular activities in subjects like maths, music, sports, art, and drama.

You may also help provide safer and more engaging learning environments through renovation and painting work. You might get the chance to work at the organic farm with the children, too.

Days 7 - 9
Head into the home of the Maasai people and experience a world mostly untouched by time. Embark on a three-day trek across the African bush immersed in Maasai life, learning how they coexist peacefully with the wildlife around them.

Kickstart your adventure with a four-hour drive to Simanjiro district, where you'll be welcomed by Maasai elders at a traditional village, known as a Boma. Enjoy a Maasai feast before sitting down for to learn about traditional healing and natural remedies from the Chief and Oloiboni (healer).

Day two starts with a five-hour bush walk guided by Maasai warriors. They will explain how every animal, plant, and landscape you see is tied in with Maasai life. Return to camp to see how they care for livestock and spend the evening sharing tales and laughter.

On the third day, summit the 1,820m Mount Lolkisale over five hours. The peak is sacred to the Maasai, connecting them to their ancestors and the spirit of the land. Take a moment to reflect on your achievements and experiences at this powerful place.

Day 10
No trip to Tanzania would be complete without a safari. On the way back from your trek, drive through the heart of the African savannah in Tarangire National Park, a 2,850 sq. km area of protected wilderness.

Get the chance to see elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, and countless other creatures in their natural habitat. Witness the raw beauty of the African savannah for yourself.

Days 11 - 13
Return to the Maasai school for three more days of service work. Having spent time with elder tribe members, you'll be better equipped to break down cross-cultural barriers and gain a deeper understanding of their way of life.

Support Projects Abroad's feeding programme, stimulate creativity through play, and continue working on our organic farming initiative.

Day 14
Reflect on the once-in-a-lifetime journey you've undertaken as you head back to the airport. Think about your adventure with the Maasai people and compare it to your life back home.

Think about your newfound confidence, skills, and memories during your journey - these will stay with you for the rest of your life.

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

Disabled facilities can be offered on request.

Projects Abroad holds the Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC) Quality Badge and operates in compliance with BS 8848 standards for overseas activities. For school leaders and governors, this means the programme meets recognised national benchmarks.

We provide comprehensive risk assessments, safeguarding policies, and approval-ready documentation for every trip, supporting SLT, governor, and district approval processes. The team that plans your trip is the team on the ground when you arrive.

By travelling with us, you also contribute positively to local economies, environmental protection, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Don't take our word for it; we're B Corporation Certified! We're committed to setting the new sustainability standard in school travel by offsetting 110% of carbon emissions associated with your in-destination programming.

Our Partnerships Team is happy to answer any queries and guide you through the process of booking the school trip of a lifetime!