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Tanzania + Zanzibar
10th-12th Grade17 days$7595*
June 4-June 20, 2025Available Enroll
June 21-July 7, 2025Limited Inquire
July 8-July 24, 2025Available Enroll

Tanzania + Zanzibar is a bucket list trip for those with a desire to be fully immersed in Maasai culture, see native animals in their natural habitat on safari, and SCUBA dive in pristine waters. Be swept away by the awe-inspiring landscapes, majestic wildlife, and unforgettable moments of the Serengeti. On this trip, you’ll get the best of both African worlds: mainland Africa and the beachy Tanzanian island of Zanzibar. Immerse yourself in the Maasai village traditional culture, learning from the locals about their vibrant heritage as you expand your horizons and participate in wildlife conservation efforts at an animal conservancy. Learn about the Great Migration, staying at a mobile safari camp that travels with the herds. This unforgettable African journey promises to etch memories that will forever leave a profound, lasting impact on your life. Once on the island of Zanzibar, you’ll really plunge yourself in the water off the coast of Tanzania, enjoying the sun and the sand. These turquoise waters are begging you to jump in and get the best there is under the surface, experiencing another side of this amazing country. Experience Africa like you never have before, delving into the rich culture of Tanzania + Zanzibar.

highlights

 

  • Get a glimpse of the Big 5: lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and cape buffalo
  • Deepen your connection to the natural world through wildlife conservation work and migration education
  • Engage with Maasai culture: visit their Bomas, work with local kids, and learn about their nomadic lifestyle
  • Explore Africa underwater while you obtain your PADI Open Water Diver on Zanzibar off the coast of Tanzania
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cultural immersion

Explore yet another Tanzanian region: Isoitok region, 3,000 feet above sea level. Live as a Maasai Warrior, immersing yourself in their culture through song, dance, and cuisine. Challenge your spirit with a day hike to a remote mountaintop village, connecting with locals and enjoying stunning views, including an iconic backdrop of Lake Manyara and the Rift Valley.

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safari

Join us for an extraordinary Serengeti adventure, following the mesmerizing wildebeest migration. Be one of the only student groups in the world to stay at a mobile safari camp, immersing yourself in the wild with the Big Five and countless other wildlife encounters led by expert guides. Plus, indulge in an award-winning culinary experience, enjoying international and African flavors under the starry Serengeti sky.

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scuba

Together we head to Zanzibar, Tanzania to explore the underwater world of east Africa! Dive below the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and meet your underwater spirit animals- these parts are filled with turtles, seahorses, rays, and dolphins. Here you will obtain your PADI Open Water Diver certification, unlocking your pass to the deep blue sea!

trip details

Cost$7595 *Internal Airfare Included
Length17 days
Current Grade for 2024-2510th-12th
Ages16-18
BeginsArusha, Tanzania
EndsArusha, Tanzania
Group Size12

dates & availability

JUNE 4-JUNE 20, 2025AvailableEnroll
JUNE 21-JULY 7, 2025LimitedInquire
JULY 8-JULY 24, 2025AvailableEnroll

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