🌱Sustainable Farming & Eco-Volunteer on Mafia Island, Tanzania
The experience
Afro Rasta House is a sustainable, community-based educational farm dedicated to organic living, environmental awareness, and cultural exchange. Nestled in a peaceful island setting, our project offers volunteers a unique opportunity to learn practical skills while making a meaningful impact.
As a volunteer, you will gain hands-on experience in:
🌱 Organic gardening and permaculture practices
🐐 Animal care and small-scale farming.
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Social Work:
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Building & Repairing:
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Farming:
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Additional fee required
Amount:
US$ 105
Per week
Fee pays for:
Benefits for travelers and Donation to project
Description:
Volunteers contribute $15 per day for food and receive a free boat trip with whale sharks.
What you get
2 days off per week
Private Room:
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Parties:
Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Restaurants:
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Drinks:
Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Permaculture Course:
Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English or Beginner Swahili
Between 25 and 45 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
🌱 What Volunteers Will Do
Volunteers participate in daily farm and community activities such as:
- Organic gardening and permaculture
- Compost making and soil preparation
- Eco-building projects (using natural materials)
- Tree planting and environmental activities
- Assisting in community education programs
- Sharing skills (art, language, music, farming ideas, etc.)
Work is usually 4–6 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Activities & Shift
Work is usually 4–6 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Rules
Volunteer Rules
To ensure a safe, respectful, and positive experience for everyone, all volunteers must follow these rules:
1️⃣ Respect
Respect local culture, traditions, and community members.
Be kind and respectful to staff and other volunteers.
Dress modestly and appropriately.
2️⃣ Work Responsibility
Work 4–6 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Be punctual and complete assigned tasks.
Inform the coordinator if you are sick or unable to work.
3️⃣ Cleanliness
Keep your room and shared areas clean.
Help maintain a clean kitchen and common spaces.
Dispose of waste properly.
4️⃣ Environment Care
Save water and electricity.
Do not waste food.
Respect plants, animals, and farm tools.
5️⃣ Behavior
No illegal drugs.
Alcohol must be used responsibly.
No violence, discrimination, or harassment.
6️⃣ Safety
Follow safety instructions during activities.
Report injuries immediately.
Inform the coordinator before leaving the project overnight.