Mareile Germany

We stayed at this project for three weeks, from December 6, 2025 to January 3, 2026, and had a very positive experience overall. The atmosphere was very relaxed, open, and welcoming from the first day. Our main tasks were helping design and work on a new garden and park layout for the new school building, as well as teaching basic English to young children from kindergarten up to class 2. The work was never overwhelming — usually around 2 to 4 hours per day — and there was plenty of flexibility, including regular break days. Taking a few days off to go on our own small adventures was no problem at all. Luka is an excellent host and project director. He made sure we had everything we needed at all times, including food, accommodation, and support with transportation. We ate together as a group, which created a strong family-like feeling with the teachers, workers, and children. Communication was easy in English, and learning some Swahili along the way was a nice bonus. The project is a great fit for volunteers who enjoy a laid-back environment, working with children, and contributing to sustainable gardening or permaculture ideas without strict schedules or pressure. The location also offers opportunities to visit nearby national parks and cultural sites. We felt very welcome and appreciated, and we would recommend this project to volunteers who are looking for a meaningful but flexible experience in southern Tanzania.

Lorenz Germany

I've been 3 weeks in October at the farm in Arusha. Gerald picked me up and brought me there, he was very helpful and nice and answered all my questions. But I have to say I have been surprised because the farm is from friends of Gerald and the rooms and house are looking different because it's not the same as in the pictures. After bringing me there he introduced me to the family. Ezekiel the owner of the farm, his wife Mama Busara and his daughter Hekima. The family welcomed me with open arms and they all where very kind. And even as vegetarian worked for me because they cooked very delicious vegetarian food 😊 My days at the farm started early in the morning. I helped taking care of the pigs and the cows cleaning their stables and feeding them. I liked the work with the animals very much :) After that we went out to the fields next to the farm. We prepared the fields for planting and we have done planting after that too. Some times I did my work alone but it was absolutely fine for me :) .Most of the time someone was with me at my work. So I always had somebody to talk to and I got all my questions answered and learned new things about farming. Gerald and also Ezekiel always were ready for showing me around in and around Arusha. Hekima has been really good talking partner and as for me I see her as my very dear friend :D I definitely enjoyed the stay at the farm and Ezekiels family. I would absolutely do it again and can recommend it to everyone who is interested :D

Manuel Austria

I was really excited when i planned my trip to tanzania and i didn´t knew what to excpect, because it was my first time in Africa. But i would never have excpected such an open and warm welcome like at Joseph´s place! From the first second´s it felt like a second home. I had not only the opportunity to experience the african life in it´s most authentic way, but also to make friends for life. We learned a lot about nature and plants working at the farm and experienced the life in Tanzania by going to church, cooking authentic meals with Flora and making amazing trips with Joseph and his family. We also had the opportunity to help teaching kids at the local school and play cardgames and football with Josephs and the neighbours kids in the afternoon. On the weekend we went to the national park, to the beach, to the museum, visiting the Maasai and a lot more! Thanks again to Joseph, who is really a special person with a big heart and his wonderful family for this amazing experience and hospitality, i will never forget this trip! Asante sana! Manuel

Viktoria Austria

Staying with Joseph, his wife Flora, and their kids Ruth and Rieke was an unforgettable and heartwarming experience. From the first day, they welcomed us so warmly that I felt like part of their family. It’s a genuine local experience — Joseph includes you in his daily life, whether going to church, helping on the farm, or visiting friends. Cooking with Flora was a highlight — she’s an amazing cook. We often prepared Tanzanian meals together. After work, neighborhood kids came to play, and once a week the lively local market offered everything from fruits and spices to souvenirs. Ruth and Rieke are super polite, smart, and open-hearted, and Joseph’s friend Joshua always brought great energy and laughter. Farm work was enjoyable and never too hard — mostly planting or watering vegetables, always with time for breaks. Visiting the School was inspiring and full of smiles; we helped the kids with writing and counting and played together during breaks. I learned so much about Tanzanian life and culture and admired how calm and kind everyone was — I never once heard anyone get angry. Weekends were something special — I won’t spoil too much, but let’s just say: safari! Joseph is open-minded, flexible, and always happy to make your ideas happen. If you love music, you’ll enjoy the local rehearsals and beautiful live music at church. Thank you, Joseph, Flora, Ruth, and Rieke, for this unforgettable time. I’ll never forget you and will always keep you close to my heart.

Julia United Kingdom

We stayed as a family with Lilian and Abel and had a great time. In fact, we ended up staying a few days longer than planned. Both of our kids were able to contribute in some ways to the work and enjoyed their experiences immensely. We were able to stay at the family home and got to work by car with Abel or by bus with Lilian. We always had meals together with the family (and other volunteers). We even had some spontaneous dance sessions :-). Work was varied and we usually could choose if we wanted to work at the school or in the garden. Everyone and especially the kids at the school were very welcoming; our son became good friends with Lilian and Abel’s son, which was lovely. Abel also helped us to organise a safari over the weekend and to discover the sights in the area (he also runs a tour company, so can organise tours to places you want to see). All in all - I think we will be back!