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+
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 credit: Michael Schmertzler

Photo credit: Will Wamaru
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Financial aid & Scholarships
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- Veteran's Benefits (only for courses fully in the state of Wyoming)
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