Travel in Tanzania can be rugged and the comforts of home will seem far behind. Yet, the experience can be a real pleasure if you have the right attitude. Some of the schools you might be teaching at can only be reached on foot. Tanzanians often walk long distances to reach their destination, and on occasion we do too. Though it can be tedious at times, enjoying the fresh air, the beautiful scenery, and the relaxed pace are all part of the African experience.
Tanzanian homes are simple and comfortable.
They are most often made of cinder blocks, with bedrooms, a small cooking area, and a central sitting room where people relax and eat meals. In most cases you will be given your own bedroom. Electricity, running water and telephones are probable, but should not be expected. You may find that eating by the light of a lamp and bathing using a basin of hot water will become a pleasure. While in the home, you will socialize and eat meals with the rest of the family, becoming an integral member in no time at all.