Tanzania – Safari & Service

Rising above the African plains, Mount Kilimanjaro serves as the backdrop of our private bed & breakfast. Located off the narrow dirt roads in a quaint village outside of Moshi, we’ll be in the center of Tanzanian culture. Walk down the road and inevitably be greeted with a handshake and a loud “Jambo!” The Chagga tribe, who are local to this region, are incredibly friendly and eager to share their customs and history. Venture out of town and the vast plains of the Rift Valley open up boasting an unrivaled abundance of wildlife. You’ll meet Esther “Mama” Simba, one of Discover Corps’ first guides who has continued to welcome our travelers into her life for over ten years. Watch the video to your right to hear from Mama Simba herself!

For those that want to continue the journey, opt for a 3 day/2 night extension to tropical Zanzibar Island in the Indian Ocean.

Over the course of 10-days, our time will be split between the relaxed village life of Moshi and the Big-5 game parks that Tanzania is known for. Our primary project in the community will be located at a local village school. Take time to teach English and basic math to the young minds of the village. Volunteer alongside teachers to develop instructional aids and engage with the students through games, music and activities. When not in the classroom, help to improve the school’s infrastructure by planting gardens and refurbishing classrooms.

We’ll balance our time lending a hand in the school with exciting cultural activities around the village and a 3-day excursion to three of the best safaris in East Africa. Take a nature walk to a stunning waterfall along the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa. Learn to make traditional batik art and visit a coffee cooperative that supports local women. Take the jeep ride of a lifetime in three of the world’s most famous safari parks: Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park. See a pantheon of wildlife in their natural habitat, including zebras, lions, leopards, elephants, wildebeest, and rhinos.

Your home-away-from-home lies tucked into the narrow dirt roads that snake through the quaint Tanzanian village of Rau. Just outside Moshi, the large walled lodge boasts stunning views of Kilimanjaro in the distance, peaceful gardens and a lively common area that serves as the perfect backdrop to your East African experience. Rooms are double or single occupancy with attached private bathrooms. Most meals are eaten at the bed and breakfast cooked by our lovely local team.