Tanzania & Zanzibar

Volunteering on a farm with horses in Tanzania

Many volunteers on site
Diverse cuisine
Day tour included

Are you a horse fan? Then get involved at a horse ranch in Iringa! On our sustainable farms, your daily tasks include stable work, horseback riding, animal care and riding training. As a volunteer, you support the farm family in various areas and help to keep the animals in a species-appropriate manner.

Iringa

from 16 years

10 - 52 weeks / from €2.330

Wednesday, Sunday

life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss.

Project ID : FA-TA161

As a volunteer
Tanzania & Zanzibar

10 - 52 weeks / from €2.330
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What's the matter?

If you are looking for an impressive travel destination, you are in the right place in Tanzania. Unfortunately, the country also has a downside. In particular, the work situation in the rural areas of Tanzania shows grievances. Once upon a time, most of the population worked in agriculture and farming. However, due to the low yields, most farm hands have migrated to the city, where the chances of better pay are significantly higher.

In addition, there is generally a great need to catch up in the introduction of sustainable and environmentally friendly methods in the agricultural sector. Our locations in Iringa want to set a good example, which is why they work in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way.

These are horse farms located just outside of town. There are between 30 and 40 horses, numerous goats, cows, chickens, sheep, ducks etc. at home. There are even camels and buffaloes on one of the farms. Classic farming is also practiced on the farms. Fruits and vegetables are grown for people and animals - so there is a lot to do! In addition to conventional electricity, solar and wind energy is also used for the supply.

Your tasks as a volunteer

Due to the wide range of offers, your tasks can be tailored to you personally. For example, you can focus entirely on the farm's horses. This includes caring for, feeding and training the animals. By arrangement, you can also go on rides with them and generally make sure that the horses get enough exercise.

If you want, you can also take care of the other farm animals or get involved in gardening: from tomatoes to spinach to watermelons - all of this is grown on the farm.

Tasks in administration, manual work or help in the kitchen can also arise during your project work. For volunteers with previous knowledge or trainees in a relevant area (agricultural sciences, veterinary medicine, etc.), there are also a wide range of possible assignments: on the farms in Iringa, animal keepers or veterinary medicine students can join the local veterinarians. They visit the farm regularly. This is a great opportunity to exchange ideas with like-minded people.

You usually work from Monday to Friday; your working day starts around 8 a.m. You usually ride the horses out in the morning and evening; in the afternoon other activities are waiting for you. You eat lunch with your colleagues on the farm. Closing time is usually at 17:30 p.m. If you like, you can also lend a hand at the weekend.

Accommodation Catering

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Horse farm and agriculture accommodation in Iringa

At the Horses Project in Iringa, you can either sleep in the Student House in Iringa or directly on the farm. At the Student House, you share a room with some other volunteers, and on the farm you are usually accommodated with at most one other volunteer.

The Student House is centrally located in Iringa, while the farm is located in the countryside a good distance from the city. If you choose the Student House, you also have to drive from your accommodation to your job site for about an hour each day.

Optionally, you can also spend the week at the farm and drive to the Student House on the weekend, from where you can start your free time program

Location

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Iringa

In Iringa, a larger city in the middle of a lush green mountain landscape and surrounded by national parks, you are in the heart of Tanzania. Already on the bus ride there you drive through the middle of the Mikumi National Park and can admire giraffes and elephants in their natural environment from the bus window.

Iringa is located inland on a large rocky plateau. From up here you have a breathtaking view over numerous tobacco and corn fields! The hilly and lush green landscape is ideal for hiking or simply relaxing.

If you would like to combine nature and the city during your stay, then Iringa is a good fit for you! Especially if you prefer mountains to the sea and you can also enjoy a sunset on a rock or over the city.

On-site procedure

Arrival in Tanzania

For your stay abroad in Tanzania, you fly directly to the coastal city of Dar es Salaam. There you will be picked up and welcomed at the airport by Ester, a team member of our Rainbow Family! After your arrival, she will take you directly to your accommodation so that you can recover from your journey. Your host father Kelvin will welcome you and show you your new temporary home. As soon as you have arrived correctly and have had a good night's sleep, your orientation program begins.

Orientation program in Dar es Salaam

Your orientation program starts together with the RGV team in Dar es Salaam. Ester introduces you to the culture and lifestyle of the local people. This will make it easier for you to get used to it. For example, she shows you how to shop at local markets and familiarizes you with the banks and withdrawing money in Dar es Salaam. Ester will also give you valuable tips on safety and hygiene on site.

Your first day in the project

As soon as you have familiarized yourself with everything, you can start with your project work. To do this, you will drive to the deployment site together with one of our team members the next day. You get to know your contacts there and become familiar with the area. Depending on how much previous knowledge you have and depending on the assessment and needs of the local specialists, you will be slowly introduced to the work or you will soon be assigned your own tasks.

Pricing

base fee

€ 2.330, -

10 weeks of participation
extension week

€ 160, - / week

up to 42 weeks respectively

included
Services

Before departure

Individual advice and support from our trained RGV team in Munich
Organization including placement in the project and coordination of your stay on site
Assistance with preparation: visa, health care, travel insurance, etc.
Non-binding flight advice
Travel ABC with packing list for your travel preparation
RGV t-shirt

On site

Meals: Breakfast and dinner

Orientation program with the team on site
Support and guidance from the on-site team
RGV 24h emergency number
Project t-shirt to wear during on-site activities

Airport transfer on the agreed arrival and departure days
Accommodation in Volunteer House

Local SIM card with 2 GB data volume (one-time, deposit required)

After return

Participation confirmation of your voluntary commitment
Reflection course on your experiences abroad
Evaluation sheet and optional feedback discussion

useful additional services

not included
Services

Round trip
Private expenses on site
Excursions with microlight flights
Travel and cancellation insurance
Visa and Vaccinations
All nights outside your agreed accommodation
Public transport and extra transfers

Transfer costs to the project location

Daily drive to the project

Drinks

Individual Recommended additional offers
& must-haves

Would you prefer to stay in a single room? Are you vegan or do you have special requests for food? Or do you want to do some cool trips with other volunteers in your free time and explore the country?

With us, you benefit from a variety of optional additional services that you can add individually to your booking, depending on your preferences.

" Round Trip
Cheap flights with our flight partner thanks to volunteer rates.

" Insurance
Benefit from the 4 in 1 ERGO travel insurance.

"Volunteer Teaching Focused" online TEFL/TESOL course

245 €

Interactive online TEFL/TESOL course for volunteers
Intensive online TEFL/TESOL course (120h)

460 €

Interactive online TEFL/TESOL course
Language courses in Tanzania

150 €

Learn Swahili in Tanzania
Single room in the volunteer house

60 €

Per week
Personal development introductory course

Free of charge

Two tools to get you started on your personal development

Iringa Team
site

In Tanzania we have a big colorful team, that of Lukas and Flora is conducted. Lukas comes from Tübingen and studied renewable energies. Flora originally comes from northern Tanzania and studied teaching.

Our project locations in Tanzania are spread across the country. During your volunteer work in Tanzania, you will have reliable contact persons at your side at all of our project locations.

Site Manager Shedrack is your direct contact in Iringa. He is not a practicing lawyer and runs a small farm near Iringa. He lives right near the Volunteer House in Iringa and is already looking forward to supporting you in everyday life in Tanzania Insider knowledge to share with you!

Shedrack and his colleagues greet you with a friendly "Caribou Sana!"

Volunteers talk about their experiences Joint commitment - big impact!

Testimonials

Report from a horse ranch in Tanzania

During my time on the farm I had an incredible amount of freedom and at the same time was able to see how much you can achieve with an animal in just a few months with a little work.

26.06.2020

Ines

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RGV FAQ
to the project

What are the project fees used for?

Although we are a non-profit organization, there are costs associated with volunteering abroad. Find out here, why volunteering requires money and what your project fee is used for.

Which visa do I need for Tanzania?

For Tanzania you need a business visa. You can apply for this either online before your trip or directly upon entry at the airport. It is valid for 90 days and costs around €250. If you enter with a tourist visa, you can convert it into a business visa on site.

Participants from Switzerland must have the visa Globetrotter.ch apply for.

For projects in Arusha, a student visa is sufficient, which must be applied for online in advance and is valid for 90 days. This costs around €50, with a possible additional €200 for a work permit.

You will receive all the necessary documents and further information for the application from us after you register.

What language skills do I need for the project in Tanzania?

In order to be able to communicate well with the team on site, you should definitely have knowledge of English. A Swahili course is also recommended.

What vaccinations/ health precautions do I need?

If you are traveling from a yellow fever area, you need a yellow fever vaccination. Otherwise there are no compulsory vaccinations.

We generally recommend a consultation in a practice for travel and tropical medicine.

You can get general information about recommended health care and vaccinations online Center for Travel Medicine as well as on the side of Foreign Office.

What are the requirements for the project?

If you already have experience with horses, that is advantageous for the project. Most importantly, interest in farm work in general, a proactive approach to work, willingness to learn and creativity.

What do I have to bring?

Work clothes that can get dirty and at least cover your arms and knees.

What do I have to consider as an LGBTQ person?

Please be aware that homosexual acts are considered undesirable in many countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America and are even punishable by law in some places. In general, people who are identified as queer are often exposed to hostility.

For example, get information from Foreign Office about the exact regulations in your destination country.

General FAQ about volunteer work

Ready to volunteer in Tanzania & Zanzibar? Start your adventure abroad with Rainbow Garden Village!

Rainbow Garden Village has been offering volunteer work and internships abroad since 1999. What started as a small student initiative in Ghana has now grown into an organization with over 250 projects around the world.

You can be sure that your work as a volunteer will be an unforgettable experience. Bring your commitment and your knowledge to do good locally - and at the same time benefit from the unique experiences that will promote your personal development.

Become part of our RGV community!
We look forward to you.

RGV Your way
to the volunteer

1
Choose your volunteer project and register online.

2
We will review your application and confirm your participation.

3
Prepare for your assignment online or in our preparatory seminar in Munich.

4
Here we go! During your volunteer work, we will support you at any time with our on-site team.

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