
Explore Tanzania, hike Kilimanjaro, and change lives.
Visit Moshi, Tanzania to experience local culture, wildlife on safari and the impact of Make A Difference Now firsthand.
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Karibu (Welcome)!
A Once-in-a-lifetime Experience Awaits
Welcome to our nyumbani—our home—in Moshi, Tanzania. Whether you have a single day to explore or a full week to immerse yourself, we invite travelers who want to see the world and leave it better than they found it.
For those who choose a fully planned stay, we offer an unforgettable experience for individuals, families, friends, or even corporate groups. Expect a rich cultural journey filled with community connections all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Kilimanjaro. You can customize your visit with a safari, a day hike, or simply time to relax and soak in the spirit of the region—all while witnessing the impact your support creates in education, empowerment, and opportunity for local youth and women.
Why this Trip Matters
At the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro in Moshi, Tanzania, Make A Difference Now is transforming lives through education, business empowerment, and community support. When you visit, you see firsthand the impact of your generosity: young people gaining access to education, women creating businesses, and communities thriving with new opportunities.
Your Memorable Week in Moshi, Tanzania at Our Nyumbani (Home)
Traveling to Tanzania: Making a Difference Firsthand
Lodging
Internet - WiFi and wired Internet access
Games - Over 20 board games to choose from
Food & Drink - Filtered Water, Juice, Coffee/Tea maker
Sleep - Self-contained rooms with mosquito nets over beds (6 bunkbeds and 2 queen size beds).
Bathroom - Bathroom in each room with shower
Comfort - Fans in each room, sheets, pillows, towels, toiletries, laundry (small surcharge per laundry basket of $5 USD), screens on windows
Accessibility - One story
Dietary Needs/Restrictions - We can accommodate most needs just let us know before your arrival.
Non-Smoking
Want More Information?
Fill out our form today. Let us craft an unforgettable experience in Moshi, Tanzania that’s fun, educational, and meaningful.
Program Offerings
Our Program Includes
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Daily meals prepared by chef
Private and shared rooms. Each room is self-contained with a bathroom.
Swahili lesson
Program coordinator, security guard and driver
Optional add ons
Shop Before You Go
Before you leave, consider purchasing a journal, shirt, water bottle or bag and help educate impoverished youth. Shop and Make a Difference.
Group Leader?
If you have a group of six participants or more discounts are available as a group leader. Contact us for more information!
Part of Package or Optional Add On
Safari
Recommended add-on 3-day safari to Ngorongoro Park as well as Lake Manyara, Tarangire or Arusha National Park (US)/person (minimum of 6 people needed, the price goes up if less than 6 people).
Kilimanjaro Hike
You can go on a one day (taste of climbing Kilimanjaro hike) or a 7 day fundraiser hike to the top of Kilimanjaro!
Team Building Volunteer Trips
Bond with coworkers by utilizing volunteer time off to give back. Our team-building trips enable groups to make a difference together while getting to know one another and having the chance to learn about another culture
Let Us Create the Perfect Tanzania Travel Experience for You
We’d love to welcome you to Moshi, Tanzania! Travel with us anytime your schedule allows—simply reach out, and we’ll tailor an experience just for you. Choose from an all-inclusive 7-day stay, with optional add-ons to fit your budget and interests. Prefer to travel with a group? Take advantage of group discounts on safaris (based on a minimum of six travelers), and join one of our upcoming trips:
November 1–11, 2025
December 1–11, 2025
January 10–20, 2026
June 1-11 2026
If you’re visiting with a company, let us know! We often host corporate groups like Salesforce for immersive, impact-driven travel experiences. Fill out the form to the right when you’re ready to book your trip and experience Tanzania while making a meaningful difference.
Preparing You for Your Trip
Your visit covers accommodation and meals while directly supporting local education and empowerment programs for youth and women. Experience authentic Tanzanian culture, make a lasting impact, and help transform lives—all while enjoying a comfortable and enriching stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
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While it may appear counterintuitive to pay to volunteer, our fee structure is essential for covering the comprehensive costs associated with organizing and facilitating your meaningful work. These fees ensure that you have access to safe accommodation, nutritious meals, reliable transportation, program materials, and dedicated staff oversight.
Organizing such impactful trips incurs necessary expenses, including staff, Website hosting, time, transport, meals and compliance fees. We are committed to keeping these costs as low as possible.
As a nonprofit organization, we appreciate every donation that helps us cover some of our expenses, but the fees you pay are critical in ensuring that we can continue to operate effectively.
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Make A Difference is a registered organization in the USA, Tanzania and India. We are recognized as a 501c3.
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Tanzania is in East Africa. Dodoma is the capital. The languages spoken in Tanzania are English, Kiswahili and numerous indigenous languages. The currency is Tanzanian shillings.
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There are two rainy seasons; the long rains in April and May and the short rains in November and December. The hottest periods are from January to March and August to November. The coldest months are in July and the beginning of August.
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You will fly into Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). You will be met on arrival. The airport is around one hour from Moshi. If you want cash upon arrival, banking services, ATM’s and 24hr foreign exchange (forex) bureaus are available at the airport.
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Yes! It’s okay. Reach out to us and we can work with your schedule.
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Yes! You can choose the dates that work best for you. We’re very flexible.
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We love it when people are interested in funding project. Reach out to us and we can work to accommodate your budget from funding centers and classrooms to students, chairs and workbooks.