We love
visitors!

You’re invited to walk in the shoes of the future leaders of Tanzania

Stay at The School of St Jude in
Arusha, Tanzania

Home to the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro – Africa’s highest peak – and the iconic Mount Meru and Serengeti, Arusha offers a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes, rich culture and unforgettable adventures – making it the ultimate destination for nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike.

At The School of St Jude, we love visitors! In fact, we welcome more than 1,100 visitors through the school gates annually from across the globe who share in the daily experiences of our students and witness first-hand how education is fighting poverty!

How to make a visit

Frequently asked questions
Our Visitors team will be here to assist you with your trip to St Jude’s in Arusha, Tanzania. Be sure to check out our academic calendar and consider visiting during term time or for a special event!

Get in Touch

St Jude's Wishlist

Each year, there are many items that the school needs but can be difficult or expensive to source in Tanzania. If you would like to make a gift in-kind and have room in your suitcase then please take a look at our wishlist before you visit us.

Our Child Protection Policy

The School of St Jude has a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse. Whilst undertaking school-based activities at St Jude’s you will be accompanied by a staff member at all times.

Please read our Child Protection Policy and Personal Communications Policy. You will be asked to sign an acknowledgement that you have read and understood these upon arrival at the school.
For more information on visiting St Jude’s and what you can expect, download our Visitor brochure.

Travel with purpose

Whether you’re here for a day or an extended stay, you’ll be immersed in school community life and witness how student scholarships to St Jude’s offer more than just an education.

We welcome visitors all year round, except when we close for our Christmas and New Year break. We also offer a variety of special itineraries, from day visits to extended stays, giving you the chance to experience the incredible landscapes of Tanzania while seeing first-hand our success in fighting poverty through education. If this suits you, we can also work with you to create the trip you want, when you want!

Create your own solo, pair or group visit

Our experienced Visitors team can create itineraries to suit all ages, interests and time available. View a 3 day sample itinerary to see what your trip to St Jude’s might look like!
View itinerary
Join a special Zoom session with our Founder, Gemma Sisia, as she shares insights into the inspiring visitor experience at The School of St Jude.

What we offer

Comfortable and safe accommodation
Rooms have a simple ensuite toilet and hot shower. Choose from single rooms, twin-share rooms, or double rooms. Please note that accomodation is US$25 and 3 meals per day at US$25 per person.
Reliable transport and visitor guide
Get around Arusha with ease on our yellow St Jude’s buses, offering reliable transport for your stay. You’ll also be paired with an experienced guide from our Visitors team to help you navigate.
Activities
Make your visit even more memorable with a range of optional activities including cultural dance lessons, cooking classes, home visits, and more!

Immerse yourself in life at St Jude’s by joining our students in art, music, sport, typing and reading sessions.
Add on a safari
Most visitors to St Jude’s also enjoy a safari before or after coming to the school. If this sounds like you, there is a huge array of companies to choose from. To help you decide, we recommend three safari companies for your Tanzanian adventure, here.
  • Comfortable and safe accommodation
    Rooms have a simple ensuite toilet and hot shower. Choose from single rooms, twin-share rooms, or double rooms. Accommodation is US$25 and three meals per day at US$25 per person.
    Reliable transport and visitor guide
    Travel around Arusha easily and comfortably on our bright yellow St Jude’s buses, with a knowledgeable Visitors Team guide available to assist you throughout your journey.
    An itinerary filled with activities
    Make your visit memorable with optional activities like dance, cooking, and home visits! Join St Jude’s students for art, music, sports, typing, and reading.
    Add on a safari
    Many visitors to St Jude’s enjoy a safari before or after their visit. Click here to view three suggested safari companies to help plan your Tanzanian adventure.
  • Comfortable and safe accommodation
    Rooms have a simple ensuite toilet and hot shower. Choose from single rooms, twin-share rooms, or double rooms. Accommodation is US$25 and 3 meals per day at US$25 per person.
  • Reliable transport and visitor guide
    Travel around Arusha easily and comfortably on our bright yellow St Jude’s buses, with a knowledgeable Visitors Team guide available to assist you throughout your journey.
  • An itinerary filled with activities
    Make your visit memorable with optional activities like dance, cooking, and home visits! Join St Jude’s students for art, music, sports, typing, and reading.
  • Add on a safari
    Many visitors to St Jude’s enjoy a safari before or after their visit. Click here to view three suggested safari companies to help plan your Tanzanian adventure.

Planning your trip

The closest international airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport that is about an hour’s drive from The School of St Jude.

St Jude’s Visitors team can create alternate number of days itineraries to suit your travel plans. You can email the Visitors team on info@schoolofstjude.co.tz

The Visitors Centre can be contacted on Tel: +255 758 305 776 or +255 787 719 500 at all times to further assist with any queries.

We recommend flying into Kilimanjaro International Airport via Qatar Airways. To make the most of your visit, plan your trip during school terms when students are on campus. Ideally, arrive over the weekend (preferably Sunday) so you can start your experience on a Monday when school is in session. For details on term dates, please refer to our school calendar.

What people are saying

  • St Judes really does love visitors. We were well looked after and kept busy with school and other activities all arranged by the efficient S Judes admin staff and carried out by the respectful student guides, hospitality staff, drivers, cooks and others. If you can visit, do so. If you can't visit, rest assured that your donor money is being well used at this inspirational school that really is " fighting poverty through education''.
    - Julie R
    Such a wonderful opportunity to visit this amazing community. We were met with great enthusiasm by everyone there - staff and students. The value of education is high and much appreciated by all the students. We were made to feel valued and very much at home for the three days we spent at the school. Meeting Gemma Sisa was a highlight along with the bright and welcoming students in each campus we visited. This is a truly memorable experience that is very rewarding.
    - Margaret F
  • We had a full program which included classes with various age groups, home visits to families of the students, tours of the 3 campuses including a farm project and much more. We were assigned a person who looked after us who arranged transport, gifts for the families and much more. 
    To really get up close and experience the way of life for some in Africa, this is a humbling and wonderful experience.
    - Cathy W
    We spent graduation week in the school. It has been the most beautiful, inspiring, uplifting experience. I have laughed and shared meals with the children. Sometimes overcome with incredible stories of poverty and the strength of intelligent young men and women to get an education and pull their families and communities out of poverty.
    I would strongly recommend to visit The school of St Jude’s website and maybe one day Arusha. It is a positive story amidst a world of negativity. Give your heart a hug ! X
    - Jacinta R
  • St Judes really does love visitors. We were well looked after and kept busy with school and other activities all arranged by the efficient S Judes admin staff and carried out by the respectful student guides, hospitality staff, drivers, cooks and others. If you can visit, do so. If you can't visit, rest assured that your donor money is being well used at this inspirational school that really is " fighting poverty through education''.
    - Julie R
  • Such a wonderful opportunity to visit this amazing community. We were met with great enthusiasm by everyone there - staff and students. The value of education is high and much appreciated by all the students. We were made to feel valued and very much at home for the three days we spent at the school. Meeting Gemma Sisa was a highlight along with the bright and welcoming students in each campus we visited. This is a truly memorable experience that is very rewarding.
    - Margaret F
  • We had a full program which included classes with various age groups, home visits to families of the students, tours of the 3 campuses including a farm project and much more. We were assigned a person who looked after us who arranged transport, gifts for the families and much more.
    To really get up close and experience the way of life for some in Africa, this is a humbling and wonderful experience.
    - Cathy W
  • We spent graduation week in the school. It has been the most beautiful, inspiring, uplifting experience. I have laughed and shared meals with the children. Sometimes overcome with incredible stories of poverty and the strength of intelligent young men and women to get an education and pull their families and communities out of poverty.
    I would strongly recommend to visit The school of St Jude’s website and maybe one day Arusha. It is a positive story amidst a world of negativity. Give your heart a hug ! X
    - Jacinta R
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How to make a visit

Frequently asked questions
Our Visitors team will be here to assist you with your trip to St Jude’s in Arusha, Tanzania. Be sure to check out our academic calendar and consider visiting during term time or for a special event!

Get in Touch

St Jude's Wishlist

Each year, there are many items that the school needs but can be difficult or expensive to source in Tanzania. If you would like to make a gift in-kind and have room in your suitcase then please take a look at our Wishlist before you visit us.

Our Child Protection Policy

The School of St Jude has a zero-tolerance policy regarding child abuse. Whilst undertaking school-based activities at St Jude’s you will be accompanied by a staff member at all times.

Please read our Child Protection Policy and Personal Communications Policy. You will be asked to sign an acknowledgement that you have read and understood these upon arrival at the school.

Add to your adventure

An additional bonus is that Arusha is the gateway to some of Tanzania’s most impressive national parks. If you’d like to go on safari before or after your St Jude’s visit, we can help!
Go on safari