3 time volunteer at Peace Matunda and love it!

I have been to Peace Matunda 3 times (stayed between 4-6 weeks each time) and can honestly say it was a life changing experience. I would recommend it to anyone. Weekdays are spent in a classroom helping the teachers. Assisting the children in "baby class" is a challenge if you don't know the language but still a lot of fun! Kids in the kindergarten class and higher know English so it's easier to help out. After school you have the chance to play games, sports, or help kids with their homework. Weekends you get to do what you like. I went on safari a couple of times - had a great time. I'm not a real social person so did not go out with the younger volunteers so can't speak to the other social activities. I did shop in Arusha a couple of times and found getting around easy but very time consuming. There is a beautiful trail from Peace Matunda to Tengeru so if you like nature you should walk the trail down the mountain. Taking the dala dala (bus) is not for those with claustrophobia but otherwise a great way to meet the locals as is a walk up/down the mountain.
The cost of program was reasonable until the government increased the cost of a volunteer visa - this is not within the programs control. The weekly fees are in line with other similar programs.