Tanzania

After orientation, the program begins with a tour through Lushoto in the Magamba Nature Reserve in the West Usambara Mountains and through Mweka village which lies on the southern slopes of the of foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. The Usambara Mountains are a beautiful region full of wildlife, including rare plants, chameleons, toads, and butterflies. You’ll see archaeological sites that have revealed evidence of climate change for more than 1,000 years. During your time in Moshi, you’ll learn about conservation practice in the region from lecturers at Mweka College of Wildlife Management and learn from local foresters, farmers, wildlife experts, and NGO workers about their experiences with climate change.

On a 10-day excursion to Zanzibar, investigate coral reefs and coral bleaching, the resilience of mangrove forests, and coastal erosion. Interview  local fishermen in the Zanzibar Archipelago, also known as the “Spice Islands.” This popular tourist destination boasts tropical beaches and a host of endemic animals including the Zanzibar red colobus monkey. You’ll also gain a better understanding of the techniques, methods, and ethics necessary for successful field research. 

Visit Ngorongoro Crater, the largest intact caldera (collapsed volcano) in the world, and take a game drive in Serengeti National Park, home to lions, black rhinoceros, elephants, and more. During this visit you will study climate change impacts on communities, wildlife, and their foraging resources in the savanna grasslands. Of particular interest will be climate change effects and solutions in small communities in the area.