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7 dager

Starter i

Stone Town

Avslutter i

Stone Town

Get involved in renovating local village schools and help the students have better learning conditions.

This project supports schools in and around Stone Town in Zanzibar by restoring and renovating their infrastructure in order to create better learning conditions for the students. We also help the schools by providing learning facilities where and when needed. The projects include renovating libraries, playgrounds, fixing school furniture and anything that might need a helping hand at the time!

Through participating in this social project, you will make a difference to the local community by supporting the students at these schools.

Your work may involve tasks where you will be able to help to create a positive learning environment in the school. The project involves hard physical and manual labour, as you will be laying bricks, doing carpentry, painting, laying tiles, and landscaping/gardening. We may also be involved in renovating buildings, painting, repairing furniture, fixing equipment and so on.

The other side of this project involves a more artistic and relaxed environment. You may also get a chance to use your creative ideas to beautify the school surroundings. You will work alongside a local coordinator and a foreman who provides guidance. This activity is fun supporting the initiative and creativity during the process.

Reiserute

Zanzibar is an amazing destination that tempts you to explore it from end to end. It is a semi-autonomous region within the United Republic of Tanzania and it is comprised of two main islands, Unguja and Pemba, and a number of sparsely populated islets. After the 1964 revolution, Zanzibar joined with the then Tanganyika to form the United Republic of Tanzania. Zanzibar maintains its own government and is directly responsible for all non-union affairs, including health services.

Unguja Island covers an area of about 1,464 square kilometers and Pemba Island covers an area of about 864 square kilometers. The local people are a mixture of ethnic backgrounds. Islam is the dominant religion and practiced by most of Zanzibaris, although there are also followers of Christianity and other ethnic beliefs. Swahili is a local language used by people and is spoken extensively in Zanzibar. English is also spoken by many people.

- Improve standards of local schools by various construction and renovation activities

Your project starts with an introduction day on the first Monday including a tour of the area surrounding the accommodation, available facilities, cultural "do's and don'ts", safety concerns as well as some basic local language lessons.

Mandatory Orientation Day
08:00 - 08:30 - Breakfast
09:00 - 11:00 - Stone town City Orientation
11:00 - 11:30 - Spoken Orientation
12:00-13:00 - Lunch
13:00 - Swahili basic lesson
14:00 - 14:30 - Code of conduct, house rules, child protection policies and project meeting

Monday to Friday
You will be assisting at the program placement for 4-5 hours each day with a break in between. The day could look like:

- Breakfast at the accommodation
- Construction and renovation activities
- Morning break at the program
- Construction and renovation activities
- Lunch at the accommodation
- Construction and renovation activities
- Return to the accommodation
- Free time
- Dinner at the accommodation

Please note that the volunteer activities and schedule can change at any time based on the needs of the project, local conditions, the weather and unforeseen circumstances.

This program can also include a Culture Week which is highly recommended but not mandatory - just inform your travel advisor if you wish to include it. Get to know Zanzibar! Explore the rich culture, the complex history, and meet amazing people who call this fantastic place home.

This once independent island nation has actually put the “Zan” in what we now call Tanzania. As you learn more about this unique location you will enjoy the warmth of the weather and the local community. You will visit local sites and enjoy breathtaking views during this week long introduction.

Aims & Objectives of the Culture Week
Help you learn helpful phrases in the local language
Broaden your knowledge of the local customs, history and culture
Enjoy local sights and activities
Provide a full induction, preparing you for a longer stay

Minimum age of 18
Basic level of competency in English
Police Clearance Certificate on sign-up
Passport copy required on arrival
Travel & medical insurance
Visitor visa

Apply Online Before Arrival in Tanzania
The visitor visa costs 50 USD and can be applied for online via https://visa.immigration.go.tz/

Participants are no longer required to bring a negative Covid test with them when they arrive. Instead, participants are expected to bring a self-test kit and do a rapid test upon arriving at the accommodation.
The Green Lion do not require the participants to be vaccinated. We can accept unvaccinated participants along with a PCR test negative report that is done within 72 hrs of arrival.
However, please still check please with your airlines and the country's health guidelines on this matter.

Volunteers need to be flexible and keep an open mind concerning their placements as situations can arise beyond our control which could require you to be placed at a different project than the one you have initially chosen. We will of course always do our utmost to fulfill your initial wishes but do remember that where you are going is quite different from where you are coming and as such one should be prepared for things not always going according to plan.

Volunteering and intercultural travel share a common trait: the more you put into it, the more you get out of it. This program is designed for proactive individuals and groups that are prepared to adapt to the local environment and its current needs. Naturally, the scheduling and activities of our program are subject to change. Alterations in activities are mainly due to changes in local conditions, which we believe is part of what makes overseas programs the interesting adventure and incredible learning experience that they are.

Our projects range from 1 week up to approx. 30 weeks. Projects have a specified minimum stay, then it’s up to you how long you can commit. In our experience the longer you stay the more you will gain, as your understanding of the project broadens and you take on more responsibilities. Every volunteer will be given a certificate of appreciation at the end of their stay as a symbol of volunteering stay.

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Weekends are free to relax and to explore the local area. Zanzibar is known for its sandy white beaches and unique culture. While here, don’t miss Stone Town, a place that is know for its mazes and spices (take a spice tour for sure!). Another must is a visit to Prison Island, where you can spot dolphins and marine life. Travel north or east of the island for some of the best and cleanest beaches in the world and enjoy the Indian Ocean at its best!

You will be staying in a traditional and comfortable volunteer house with multiple bedrooms, communal bathrooms, a kitchen and one sitting room - suitable for enjoying the company of your fellow participants. Please note that all rooms (4-8 volunteers per room) are single gender, and that there are no hot showers, fans/air-conditioning, laundry service, or Wifi. You can purchase a local SIM-card locally.

You will easily find a few small local stores nearby that sell snacks, drinks and any basic supplies you might need during your stay. There are also ATM's, banks, shops, a local pharmacy, etc.

Arrival Information
ZNZ (Abeid Amani Karume International Airport)
Our transfer coordinator will meet you outside the Airport’s main arrival hall holding a sign with either your name or “The Green Lion”, either upon your arrival or if not possible, at the following times.

Pickup Window
Arrive on Saturday* or Sunday between 06:00 - 21:00.

*Saturday arrivals need to book one extra night at our accommodation.

Please note that in some cases we may need to wait for several participants to arrive before the group leaves the airport.

***If you arrive well ahead of time, make sure you return to your meeting point at the appointed time as we may not be able to wait on any late arrivals.***

What to do, if...
...you are waiting at the airport but can’t find your transfer coordinator?
Make sure that you have passed customs and are at the meeting point as described above. If you are there already, it is essential that you stay where you are and wait to avoid further confusion.

It is most likely your driver has just got stuck in traffic. But if after waiting at least 20 minutes you still can’t find your driver, try calling our transfer Coordinator (phone number below).

If they do not answer on the first try, please keep trying.

...you can’t reach the transfer coordinator on the phone.
Please send them a text message and wait at the meeting point. They might be busy and will get back to you shortly. If for any reason they don’t get back to you, please try again. If 30 minutes passes, you can try your country manager’s phone number (also below).

...you don’t get an answer on your messages
Stay at the meeting point. We will meet you there in any case.

Revo is the transfer coordinator +255776218023
Emergencies - Harry +94 77 711 9372

***DO NOT LEAVE THE MEETING POINT, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TRAVEL TO OUR CENTER ON YOUR OWN***

3 meals on weekdays and 2 meals on weekends will be provided at your accommodation and are typical of Zanzibari culture. Clean drinking water is provided free of charge, but all other drinks are not included.

Dress Code
Fully covering the knees and shoulders is required while on the project site and while interacting within the community. No sheer (see-through), low cut or midriff revealing tops, miniskirts or offensive/questionable writing on garments are allowed.

Additional equipment
Comfortable clothing for construction and renovation activities
Cap/hat
Sunscreen

What to Bring
Toilet paper, towels, bed linens, toiletries, mosquito protection are NOT provided so you will have to bring these along with you.

Visa
Please remember to take care of the visa arrangements on time.

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Zanzibar - Construction and Renovation

Zanzibar - Construction and Renovation

Zanzibar - Construction and Renovation

About Your Location

Aims & Objectives

Weekly Schedule & Activities

Optional Culture Week

Mandatory Volunteer Requirements

Visitor Visa

PCR/COVID-19 Test Reports and COVID Vaccination

What Makes a Good Volunteer?

How Long Should I Volunteer?

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Zanzibar - Construction and Renovation