VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

This project is not just about dogs it’s also about people, culture, and purpose. Volunteers are the lifeblood of our work. By joining the Masai Dog Rescue Project, you will:

  • Work hands-on with dogs in the sanctuary
  • Live among the Maasai, experiencing their iconic culture and hospitality
  • Contribute to meaningful animal welfare reform
  • Explore Tanzania’s incredible natural wonders rom safaris and waterfalls to Mount Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar’s beaches

Volunteer Roles Include:

You and other volunteers will provide much needed assistance and funds to provide care for all dogs within our care and to extend our reach to even more animals in need

  • Preparing meals and feeding dogs
  • Cleaning kennels and outdoor areas
  • Administering medications and tracking recovery
  • Exercising and socializing dogs
  • Assisting with vet visits and adoption events
  • Educating locals about humane animal treatment
  • Sitting and interacting with the dogs, ensuring each and every dog feels loved and wanted
  • Assisting with transport of dogs to and from the sanctuary, vet appointments and adoption events
  • Helping with paperwork and record keeping
  • Planning and co-ordinating events to raise awareness and funds for the project
  • Providing education for the communities

VISITOR EXPERIENCE

VISIT, LEARN, SUPPORT

At Masai Dog Rescue Project, we believe that seeing is believing and that compassion grows through connection. That’s why we’ve opened our sanctuary doors to visitors, travelers, and animal lovers who want to experience the mission first-hand.

Through our paid visitor experience, guests can tour the sanctuary, meet the rescued dogs, and learn about the stories behind each tail wag. All entry fees directly support the daily care of our dogs, including food, medical treatment, and shelter maintenance. Whether you’re a tourist exploring Kilimanjaro or a local resident who wants to make a difference, this visit offers a unique and meaningful experience. Guests will have the opportunity to:

  • Walk and interact with the dogs
  • Learn about street dog rescue in Tanzania
  • Meet the Maasai community partners
  • Support a good cause just by showing up

We also welcome families, schools, and tour groups, offering customized tours and educational sessions.
Your visit helps save lives while giving you a chance to connect with animals, culture, and purpose in a way that few places offer.

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