Arusha

Arusha, Tanzania’s main entry point to natural wonders and medical education, is located at the foot of Mount Meru. Often referred to as the “Safari Capital of the World,” this energetic city offers easy access to well-known wildlife refuges such as Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti. The verdant surroundings and mild climate make it the perfect place for both cultural immersion and professional growth.

With its state-of-the-art medical facilities, Arusha provides outstanding learning opportunities for students pursuing healthcare electives. Working alongside seasoned local experts in resource-constrained environments, the city’s hospitals and clinics offer substantial exposure to infectious diseases, tropical medicine, and maternal health care.

Arusha’s well-kept infrastructure, which includes dependable transit and modern conveniences, is advantageous to tourists. Local markets provide genuine cultural experiences by showcasing regional cuisine and unique crafts. Arusha is a great place for medical electives because of its rich cultural heritage and professional chances.

Medical Elective Medical Elective

In Arusha, students our medical electives learn about medicine in a vibrant environment where conventional and contemporary methods coexist. While afternoon clinics offer chances for direct patient care, morning rounds at nearby hospitals expose staff to a variety of medical problems. Weekend trips are made possible by the area’s close proximity to important wildlife reserves, striking the ideal mix between career advancement and personal development.

What’s in this elective
2 weeks
$1900

• Accommodation in our Volunteer house
• Hospital attachments
• Choice of preferred speciality
• 6 hours of Swahili lessons (not available for Dental outreach)
• 24/7 assistance
• Fully structured and supervised placement by our in-country professionals
• Airport or bus terminal pick up on arrival
• Tailor made elective planner
• Pre-departure preparation
• Tarangile  Safari
• Orientation kit

3 weeks
$2100

• Accommodation in our Volunteer house
• Hospital attachments
• Choice of preferred speciality
• 6 hours of Swahili lessons (not available for Dental outreach)
• 24/7 assistance
• Fully structured and supervised placement by our in-country professionals
• Airport or bus terminal pick up on arrival
• Tailor made elective planner
• Pre-departure preparation
• Tarangile Safari
• Materuni Waterfalls
• Orientation kit

4 weeks
$2300

• Accommodation in our Volunteer house
• Hospital attachments
• Choice of preferred speciality
• 16 hours of Swahili lessons (not available for Dental outreach)
• 1 Cooking class
• 2 Mganda Dance Class
• 24/7 assistance
• Fully structured and supervised placement by our in-country professionals
• Airport or bus terminal pick up on arrival
• Tailor made elective planner
• Pre-departure preparation
• Tarangile Safari
• Materuni tour
• Masai Village tour Tour
• Orientation kit

5 weeks
$2500

• Accommodation in our Volunteer house
• Hospital attachments
• Choice of preferred speciality
• 16 hours of Swahili lessons (not available for Dental outreach)
• 1 Cooking class
• 2 Mganda Dance Class
• 24/7 assistance
• Fully structured and supervised placement by our in-country professionals
• Airport or bus terminal pick up on arrival
• Tailor made elective planner
• Pre-departure preparation
• Tarangile Safari
• Materuni tour
• Masai Village Tour
• Orientation kit

6 weeks
$2700

• Accommodation in our Volunteer house
• Hospital attachments
• Choice of preferred speciality
• 18 hours of Swahili lessons (not available for Dental outreach)
• 1 Cooking class
• 2 Mganda Dance Class
• 24/7 assistance
• Fully structured and supervised placement by our in-country professionals
• Airport or bus terminal pick up on arrival
• Tailor made elective planner
• Pre-departure preparation
• Tarangile Safari
• Materuni Waterfalls
• Masai Village tour
• Tanzanite Museum Tour
• Orientation kit

7 weeks
$2900

• Accommodation in our Volunteer house
• Hospital attachments
• Choice of preferred speciality
• 18 hours of Swahili lessons (not available for Dental outreach)
• 2 Cooking class
• 2 Mganda Dance Class
• 24/7 assistance
• Fully structured and supervised placement by our in-country professionals
• Airport or bus terminal pick up on arrival
• Tailor made elective planner
• Pre-departure preparation
• Tarangile Safari
• Materuni Waterfalls
• Masai Village tour
• Tanzanite Museum Tour
• Orientation kit
• T-shirt by Mundo Verde

8 weeks
$3000

• Accommodation in our Volunteer house
• Hospital attachments
• Choice of preferred speciality
• 20 hours of Swahili lessons (not available for Dental outreach)
• 2 Cooking class
• 2 Mganda Dance Class
• 24/7 assistance
• Fully structured and supervised placement by our in-country professionals
• Airport or bus terminal pick up on arrival
• Tailor made elective planner
• Pre-departure preparation
• Tarangile Safari
• Materuni Waterfalls
• Masai Village tour
• Tanzanite Museum Tour
• Orientation kit
• T-shirt by Mundo Verde
• A mug by Mundo Verde

Not included in price

• Flight tickets of any kind
• Drinks of any kind
• Tourist ticket
• Meals except the ones offered with some of our trips and excursions, you will find details of this in our information kit
• Travel insurance
• Health Insurance
• HIV Post exposure prophylaxis kit

Electives for this destination