Expeditions

Tanzania Cultural and Mountain Expedition

Experience the magic, culture, and extremes of East Africa! On this month-long course, you will explore the wildness of Tanzania, see amazing animals, and attempt to climb to the tallest summit of Africa.

Duration

30 days

Age

18+

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Overview

About this course

Experience the magic, culture, and extremes of East Africa! On this month-long course, you will explore the wildness of Tanzania, see amazing animals, and attempt to climb to the tallest summit of Africa. Students start to learn basic Kiswahili, backpack through wild areas and remote villages, hike with Maasai warriors, and attempt to climb Kilimanjaro. Students will go on safari, observe zebras, giraffes, ostriches and wildebeests, and travel through the spectacular plains and forests of Tanzania.

Photo by Michael Schmertzler

Photo credit: Michael Schmertzler

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Photo credit: Will Wamaru

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From

$9,990

Tuition varies by location. Financial aid available.

Duration

30 days

Location

Arusha, Tanzania

Equipment Deposit

200

Academic Credit

6 College Credits

  • 2 Cultural
  • 2 Environmental Studies
  • 2 Leadership

1.5 High School Credits

  • 0.5 Leadership
  • 1 Physical Education

Start/End

Arusha, Tanzania

Fly In/Out

Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Course Session Dates

Apr 27, 2027 - May 26, 2027

Arusha, TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF

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Financial aid & Scholarships

NOLS supports a variety of outside financial aid options:

  • AmeriCorps
  • 529 College Savings Plans
  • Veteran's Benefits (only for courses fully in the state of Wyoming)

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