Our local team can welcome you when you arrive in the Mtwara area of southern Tanzania.

Most international volunteers first fly to Dar es Salaam International Airport (DAR), Tanzania's main international gateway.

From Dar es Salaam, you can travel to Mtwara in two ways:

• By plane: A domestic flight to Mtwara Airport (MYW), taking approximately 1 hour.

• By bus: A journey of approximately 8–10 hours, offering a more affordable way to travel through Tanzania.

Our team can provide travel advice and help you arrange your onward journey.

When you arrive at Mtwara Airport or the local bus station, a local team member will arrange to meet you and transfer you to your accommodation in Mikindani.

On your first day, you will receive an orientation introducing you to the local area, accommodation, conservation activities and safety procedures.

International flights, domestic flights and bus tickets are not included in the program fee.

Please provide your travel details in advance so your arrival transfer can be arranged. Return transfer arrangements should be confirmed before departure.

During your volunteer adventure in Tanzania, you will stay in a comfortable, traditional-style guesthouse in the historic coastal village of Mikindani, close to the marine conservation project.

Each volunteer has their own private bedroom, offering a comfortable place to relax after a day of diving and conservation activities.

Rooms are furnished with a double bed, mosquito net, fan and storage cupboard.

Depending on room availability and arrangements, volunteers may stay in a standard guesthouse room with shared bathroom facilities or a larger room with a private bathroom and terrace.

The accommodation offers a relaxed atmosphere, with restaurant facilities and outdoor areas where you can enjoy the tropical surroundings.

Drinking water is provided, and one laundry service per week is included.

Wi-Fi may be available for an additional charge. Volunteers can also purchase a local SIM card for mobile internet access.

The accommodation provides a convenient and welcoming base for your marine conservation experience in Tanzania.

Breakfast and dinner are included throughout your volunteer placement!

Meals are served at your accommodation and include a mixture of local Tanzanian dishes and international food.

The menu is mainly vegetarian, with meat or fish served on selected days.

Vegetarian, vegan and certain other dietary requirements can usually be accommodated when communicated in advance.

Lunch is not included in the standard program fee, giving you the flexibility to try local restaurants or arrange your own meals. Lunch or packed lunches may also be available for an additional charge.

Safe drinking water is provided at the accommodation, so we recommend bringing a reusable water bottle.

Additional drinks, snacks and personal food purchases are at your own expense.