Volunteer in Zanzibar with IVI - Affordable, Safe, & Impactful
- Tanzania
- Zanzibar
About Program
Join us in Zanzibar, with 35+ years of experience of volunteering overseas and 25,000+ volunteers worldwide! With our excellent safety and support record and immersive projects- choose us to organise your experience of a lifetime. All programs include arrival airport transfers, accommodation, meals, 24/7 local support, orientation, and Certificate of Completion.
Zanzibar is a stunning island off the coast of Tanzania, known for it's 'paradise' white sand beaches. However poverty exists in the villages surrounding the fancy resorts, and this is where our projects focus, on the community. From Teaching, to medical, turtle conservation and more!
Most programs are based in Stone Town, a vibrant mix of cultures, and right by the ocean. Our turtle program is based on the northern beaches, in a truly beautiful setting.
Join us today and make an impact.
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Diversity & Inclusion
BIPOC Support
LGBTQIA+ Support
Neurodivergent Support
Accessibility Support
Impact
Sustainability
Ethical Impact
Program Highlights
- Year-round start dates each week
- Stay in Stone Town or Nungwi - both beautiful!
- Work on community projects and help to contribute to better social development
- Join other volunteers from around the world!
- 35+ years experience. IVI provides safe, high quality & responsible volunteer travel experiences
Popular Programs
As a volunteer, you can participate in a variety of activities including monitoring water quality, maintaining nets for juvenile turtles, and much more. Located in the stunning Nungwi, help to protect these endangered creatures and ensure their survival for future generations.
Assist local teachers and staff at kindergartens and childcare centres in Stone Town. You'll be helping children aged between 3 and 6 years old by sharing your knowledge of basic concepts such as English, numbers, colours, and more.
Teachers play a crucial role in providing the educational foundation that propels local children forward. By assisting teachers in schools where extra hands and efforts are much needed, you will gain immeasurable personal satisfaction while broadening the perspectives of students who may otherwise have limited international exposure. This is an opportunity to give back to the community and help shape the future of the next generation.
Join us in improving the learning conditions of students by participating in the renovation of local village schools in and around Stone Town, Zanzibar. Our project focuses on restoring and renovating school infrastructure to provide better learning environments for the students.
