This experience will last a lifetime. I got to fully Immerse myself into their culture and meet some amazing people from Kairo village. They taught me to live life to the fullest and to be grateful. My fellow volunteers and staff of GIVE were amazing and continue to inspire me and have made a long lasting impact on my life. I can gladly say my mindset has changed since this trip and I continue to help and inspire others as I have been! I can’t wait to go on another trip through GIVE and make many more lasting friendships!

I just returned home after two weeks abroad in Tanzania with Give Volunteers. To say that these past two weeks were the best of my life is honestly an understatement. I traveled alone and was united with 23 other volunteers and we clicked instantly, we were then fully immersed in the beautiful culture that the village of Kairo in Zanzibar has to offer. During our trip, we did two types of volunteering which included construction and teaching. In construction, we were able to mix cement, paint, break rocks, and see the impact we had firsthand. While teaching we were broken up into different classes and worked with the same class throughout our trip, I was completely blown away by the beautiful women I had the pleasure of teaching. They truly taught me more than I was able to teach them, their happiness, eagerness, and welcoming attitudes made the entire trip worth it. In between volunteering days, we had the opportunity to explore the culture and learn about the main town, spice farms, and slave history on the island. We also had the opportunity to go on a two-day camping safari and swim with wild pods of dolphins. My guides were Sophie, and Khamis, and were the most incredible people to spend two weeks with, they answered all of our questions and were instant friends. On my trip we also had Faith or sometimes known as Kasha who was an intern and will make the best guide in the future, she was an instant friend as well and such a light. As for the local guides and staff in Zanzibar, they welcomed us with open arms and truly made our entire group feel like family. I owe the biggest thank you to them. Fani, BigHead, Smile, Amor, MC, Talha, and Baboi were amazing and I miss them already. In conclusion, if you're thinking of going on a trip with give do it!! I wouldn't change a thing!!

This was my 2nd trip with GIVE. My experience in Tanzania was incredible. ALL the guides, Hannah, Faith, Baboi, Fani, Bighead, Talha, MC, and the rest of the Kairo crew welcomed us with open arms, lots of smiles, and constant safety. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to teach the Massai men English, always be immersed in Kairo, support local businesses, and learn about Zanzibar’s history. On top of this, Green Paw adventures (a local company) made the safari and Kilimanjaro an incredible experience.

This trip to Tanzania was really my first big trip outside the country and from the start I felt safe and prepared; we were given a full flight itinerary, packing lists and able to contact our guides and group members weeks before the trip even started. If you have any questions do not hesitate to call GIVE(I called so many times and never felt I was asking too many questions, and I always got an answer!)
The volunteering was life changing, building relationships with all the guides, locals in the village, and other volunteers was so amazing. I wish I had the words to describe how much of an impact and how much I learned from the village of Kairo. I will forever be grateful for this experience and couldn’t have imagined doing it with any other organization. The volunteer days were well balanced out with adventure days where we would get to explore Zanzibar and support the communities in sustainable and uplifting ways.
We then ventured to the mainland for Safari and climbing Kili which was the biggest most amazing adventure imaginable, the Green Paw staff are just the coolest people who are so kind! I can’t say thank you enough and would recommend this trip to anyone and everyone!

GIVE is an organization 100 percent focused on sustainability. If there is one organization to go through if you are looking to do the greatest amount of good, it is this one. Even on the days we didn't volunteer, the activities we did supported local families and were done in a way that looked out for the diverse environment we were in. Outside of doing good, this trip was incredibly fun! GIVE does a great job of balancing work and play so you feel proud and accomplished while also doing all the "must-see's" in the location you're in. The food, people, and scenery is out of this world and I pinched myself every day.

Give Tanzania was one of, if not the best experience that I have ever had in my life. The people were the most welcoming people I have ever met in my life and my life is all the better because of them. I learned more than I could have ever thought on this trip. We taught the people of Kiaro village English and worked on building some new additions to the give school. Everyone that I taught had the best spirit and was more than eager to learn. You can see the happiness that the give program provided in the village and to everyone involved.

Coming into this trip I was incredibly nervous, it was my first time traveling alone, and the farthest I have ever gone. However, the moment I arrived at the airport and was picked up by our amazing guides, I immediately knew that this was going to be unforgettable. Something that I wish I knew going into this trip, was how much I would want to stay. The people, whether that be the Cairo community or the guides and volunteers themselves, was what made this trip fantastic. There was never a dull moment and I always felt safe, understood, listened to, and accepted with every single one of these people. Doing something new is scary, doing it alone is even scarier, but as I arrived I realized that I was never to going to feel alone on this trip. I sincerely hope that who ever is reading this considers joining one of the trips offered by GIVE. They are truly magical, eye opening, and simply irrepressible experiences.

GIVE Tanzania is an unique experience anyone would struggle to find with any other organization.

From the start to finish, you truly are a part of the local community, learning the history and culture of Zanzibar. We got to learn about slave trade in Stone Town and visit a local spice farm. There’s also safari at the end of trip. Also, add on Kilimanjaro if you’re up to more adventure. I highly recommend!

But, the highlight was living in Kairo for about two weeks. Here, you’ll meet locals like Khamis, Tala, MC, Smile, and so many more. This program is special in that the local construction and education projects are all led by locals themselves with only one international guide. One of the lead guides from each trip are from Tanzania themselves!

A moment that stood out to me was test day in the classroom with Masai students. As soon as I entered, the students cheered, excited for the test. One student, Rafael aced the exam. His smile made all of the work in school and construction more than worth it!

GIVE is an organization that will push your comfort zone and change your life. I experienced it myself through traveling to Thailand and Laos on previous trips and now, Tanzania. If you’re questioning signing up, then sign up, and figure out everything else later. Nothing can compare to the memorable experience a GIVE trip provides!