About Africamp
Why Zanzibar
Even though Zanzibar has been known as Spice Island for many years, the first spice production in began in 1818 when the Sultan of Oman ordered the production of ginger, by the turn of the century Zanzibar became the world’s largest spice producer. For this reason, one of the most enjoyable activities in Zanzibar today is to visit the spice gardens. So much so that the people of the village run the spice gardens in the form of co-operative.
- You get to know hundreds of kinds of spice tree during a few hours of sightseeing so much so that your nose cannot smell and your tongue cannot taste the difference anymore. You witness the singing villagers climb to banana trees that stretch out into the sky faster than a monkey, you learn art from the villagers who make bracelets, necklaces, crowns for you from various leafs.
White sandy beaches Zanzibar, especially in the east coast, where many people do kitesurf, while many others enjoy sunbathing. And there is a very unique restaurant.
- You might have seen temples, houses, hotels on small rocks in many parts of the world. But almost none of them can give you the enjoyment of The Rock. Because every time you go to The Rock, the sea is somewhere else. Sometimes you walk to the restaurant, sometimes swim and sometimes go there with a boat. One day you cannot help yourselves, drink something cold and jump into the ocean, you gather up starfishes when you walk around the rock on the other, and one day you watch the sunset one day from cafe and sundown on another Each time another beauty, smell or taste welcomes you.
World Heritage, has come until today almost untouched.
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Zanzibar’s name came from a Persian word Zengibar, “the coast of black people.” The capital of this heavenly island which located 30 kilometers east of Tanzania is Stone Town. The city, which is on the UNESCO list of World Heritage, has come until today almost untouched.
In Stone Town which has labyrinth- like narrow streets adorned with peeled away colored stone houses, influence of Arab culture is intense. What is indispensable for stone houses that gave the town its name is carved wooden doors. The doors that blended with world’s famous Indian, Arab and African culture and differ according to the ethnic origin of the inhabitants, make you feel like in a beautiful canvas.
- Tradesmen sitting in wooden stools placed in front of the door and chatting with each other and women and children with colorful clothes are the elements that complete this beautiful painting when you walk in the streets.
Education Community Team
We believe in the power of experiential learning. Our camps and programs offer hands-on experiences that go beyond traditional classroom settings. Whether you’re participating in any of our camp, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in practical, real-world learning that leaves a lasting impression and empower you to act.
We believe in non-formal education: a camp is more immersive and more memorable than a school lesson. We believe that real learning is not about memorizing ideas but about doing. We believe that children should have a say in their education, hence we allow them to choose, follow and assess their own curriculum. They are more motivated and learn more, when they are offered the choice between different courses or activities.
We believe that teaching is not a teacher citing a syllabus, but the teacher and the student interacting with one another. As a result, our courses are more active, creative and experimental in nature: allowing our teachers to have the freedom to choose how and what topics they teach.
We craft Africamps using experiential learning, a process that engages you in a direct experience and focused reflection to maximize your learning. You will practice skills in real time and actively reflect on them. Educational tools we use to help maximize your learning.
Here are some of the educational principles that underpin our programs:
- Experiential learning: We believe that the best way to learn is by doing. Our programs offer campers andstudents the opportunity to learn through hands-on experiences and real-world challenges.
- Informal education: We believe that informal education is more immersive and memorable than traditional classroom learning. Our programs take place in natural and cultural environments that are conducive to learning and growth.
- Student-centered learning: We believe that students should have a say in their education. That’s why we give them the freedom to choose their own curriculum and follow their own interests.
- Teacher-student interaction: We believe that teaching is not about a teacher citing a syllabus, but about the teacher and the student interacting with one another. Our courses are more active, creative, and experimental in nature, allowing our teachers to have the freedom to choose how and what topics they teach.
Some of the educational tools that we use to maximize learning include:
- Community building and networking: We believe that learning is enhanced when it takes place in a supportive and collaborative environment. Our programs provide opportunities for campers and students to build relationships with each other and with their teachers.
- Expeditionary learning: We believe that expeditionary learning is a powerful way to learn about the world around us. Our programs often include multi-day expeditions that allow campers and students to experience new cultures, environments, and challenges.
- Challenge-based learning: We believe that challenge-based learning is a great way to motivate students and help them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Our programs often include challenges that require campers and students to work together to find solutions.
- Outdoor and tabletop games: We believe that games can be a fun and effective way to learn. Our programs include a variety of outdoor and tabletop games that help campers and students develop important skills such as communication, teamwork, and strategic planning.
We hope that this gives you a better understanding of our educational philosophy and approach. We invite you to learn more about our programs and to sign up for an experience that will change your life.
Community
Making a Difference in Zanzibar
At Africamp, we believe that it is important to give back to the communities that we visit. Our Kindness Camp encourages participants to engage with local communities, creating connections that transcend borders and cultures. Campers will have the opportunity to participate in service projects that contribute to the betterment of the community, such as:
- Helping to build and maintain community infrastructure
- Managing and empowering our social enterprises such as Kanga Africa, HAMAMNI and Africamp.
- Supporting environmental conservation projects
Through these service projects, campers will witness the real-world impact of their actions and learn the importance of giving back to others.
Typical day AfriCamp
There is almost no such thing as a typical day at Africamp! You create your own days. Africamp’s schedule is packed with courses, sports, evening activities, and everything else we can possibly fit in. In every course slot, there are lots of courses to choose from, with a variety of topics and levels of difficulty. Every evening, there are lots of activities going on such as: sports, terrain games, dancing, board games, and all the wacky and creative events that the young leaders and campers can dream up. Everything on the schedule is optional: campers choose which program they would like to attend. We provide a framework in which you can learn a lot and have lots of fun.
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