Tanzania – School and housing improvement The traditional fishing community near camp suffers from high levels of unemployment and a lack of funding for local schools, forcing children to walk many miles each day just to get an education. You will help by building or renovating school buildings to create inspirational and stimulating learning environments, as well as building sustainable housing for needy families. UN Sustainable Development Goals No poverty End poverty in all its forms everywhere Quality education Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all Gender equality Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls Decent work and economic growth Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all Reduce inequalities Reduce inequality within and among countries
Tanzania – Conservation work Human-wildlife conflict is an ongoing and significant issue here, threatening the future for many important species such as elephants. You’ll get involved in initiatives to promote a peaceful co-existence between the community and the local wildlife, such as improving natural waterholes and constructing elephant deterrent fences to safeguard the future for these incredible animals. UN Sustainable Development Goals Climate action Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts Life on land Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
How long has Camps International been running expeditions to Tanzania? Camps International was founded in 2002 and opened Camp Tanzania in 2007, making it one of our longest-established destinations. We have been running school expeditions there for nearly two decades, supported by experienced in-country teams and long-standing relationships with local Tanzanian communities that give schools genuine confidence in our depth of knowledge and commitment to the region.
What kind of projects will students work on in Tanzania? Projects focus on school improvements, community development and environmental conservation in rural Tanzanian villages. This can include helping to build classrooms, constructing and refurbishing community buildings and installing water storage systems to improve sanitation. All projects are co-designed with local community leaders and our long-term Tanzanian partner communities to address genuine locally identified needs and create sustainable lasting change.
How does Camps International work with local communities in Tanzania? Our work in Tanzania is built on partnerships developed since Camp Tanzania opened in 2007. All project activities are planned alongside local community leaders and partner organisations so that the work reflects real priorities rather than assumptions made from the outside. This long-term collaborative approach means our impact is sustained and continues well beyond each expedition.
What wildlife and cultural experiences are included in the Karibu Tanzania Expedition? The Karibu Tanzania Expedition includes a safari experience giving students the chance to see Tanzania’s extraordinary wildlife in its natural habitat. Students also visit the Marangu Waterfalls at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro and enjoy rich cultural immersion throughout, including traditional cooking, Swahili language lessons and evenings around the campfire with local community members. These experiences are woven into the expedition rather than treated as add-ons.
Is the Karibu Tanzania Expedition safe for school groups? Yes. Camps International has operated in Tanzania since 2007 with experienced n-country teams. We own and operate our own banda camps in Tanzania, which means safety standards, accommodation and welfare arrangements are under our direct control at all times. 24/7 emergency support is in place throughout and we follow UK FCDO travel advice. Comprehensive risk assessments are reviewed before every departure.
What’s included in the Karibu Tanzania Expedition cost? The cost covers international flights, accommodation at our permanent banda or tented camps, all meals, in-country transport, project materials, leadership and staff costs, travel insurance, orientation and language lessons and 24-hour emergency support. Personal spending money, visas, vaccinations, kit and travel to a UK airport are not included.
Where do students stay during the Karibu Tanzania Expedition? Students stay at Camps International’s own permanent banda or tented camps in Tanzania. Our authentic African bandas are located within or alongside local communities, giving students a genuine immersive experience rather than a tourist-facing one. Because we manage our camps directly, we maintain consistent welfare standards and security throughout.
