Volunteer & Community
Give something back
We welcome volunteers seeking long-term stays in the Mto wa Mbu area. If you are volunteering with a local school, community project, conservation initiative or other organisation, get in touch to discuss our special long-stay rates.
Volunteer stays
A home base while
you volunteer
Volunteering in the Mto wa Mbu area? Nsya Lodge offers comfortable long-term accommodation and special rates for volunteers. We are also happy to help you connect with local organisations, community groups, schools and projects to make the most of your time here. Contact us to discuss your plans and accommodation requirements.
- Comfortable long-term accommodation at the lodge
- Special long-stay rates for volunteers
- Help connecting with local organisations, community groups, schools and projects
- A base for work with a school, community project, conservation initiative or other organisation
What the lodge already does
Rooted in Mto wa Mbu
Supporting local people and local craft is part of how the lodge was built and how it runs. These are commitments the lodge has made — the starting point for any conversation about volunteering.
Confirmed by the lodge
Majengo Children’s Home
The lodge supports Majengo Children’s Home in Mto wa Mbu with food and clothing, and the children are welcome to use the pool.
Three village schools
The lodge is working with the local government to fund chairs, tables and stationery for three nursery and primary schools.
Local employment
The lodge team is employed from Mto wa Mbu village and trained on site.
Local craft
Furniture is handcrafted by Tanzanian artisans, and the paintings and carvings displayed throughout the lodge are the work of local artists.
Photographs
In the community
Volunteer enquiry
Tell us how you would
like to help
Share your skills, interests and dates. We will reply personally and help you connect with the community.