Tree Nursery Development & Management

Grow seedlings, restore forests, and support long-term
environmental sustainability in Tanzania.

Tree Nursery Development & Management

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This Tour is great for:

  • Environmental conservation volunteers
  • Students of forestry, ecology & agriculture
  • Gap-year travelers
  • Nature lovers & sustainability enthusiasts
  • Anyone passionate about climate resilience

Program Overview

Join our Tree Nursery Development & Management Program and contribute directly to Tanzania’s forest restoration efforts. Volunteers help prepare soil, sort seeds, fill tubes, plant seedlings, and maintain the nursery to ensure healthy growth of native and fruit tree species.

This program plays a crucial role in biodiversity protection and long-term climate resilience. Seedlings produced in the nursery are later used for land restoration in dry and degraded areas.

No prior experience is required—just willingness, curiosity, and a passion for restoring nature.

What to Expect

  • Learn soil preparation and nursery management techniques
  • Hands-on seed sorting, tube filling, and seed planting
  • Maintenance tasks such as watering, weeding, and growth monitoring
  • Exposure to indigenous tree species and restoration methods
  • Working with local communities to promote environmental awareness
  • Participation in creative and eco-friendly activities at the nursery
  • Real impact in climate resilience and biodiversity restoration

Activities

  • Soil preparation & mixing
  • Tube filling and arrangement
  • Seed selection (indigenous & fruit trees)
  • Seed planting and watering
  • Nursery maintenance
  • Pest control using natural methods
  • Community conservation sessions
  • Creative labeling & eco-challenge activities
  • Optional day tour to Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Arusha NP, or Moshi

Inclusions

  • Accommodation (for volunteers staying 1 week or more)
  • Meals
  • Airport pick-up & drop-off (for stays 1 week or more)
  • Transport to and from volunteering sites
  • Volunteering orientation and facilities
  • Program orientation

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Vaccinations
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional safari or local tours

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Welcome to Tanzania! Meet your Mauly Tours representative and transfer to your accommodation. Relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the program.

Day 2: Program Briefing & Familiarization

Receive an introduction to nursery management, safety guidelines, and project overview.

Day 3–5: Soil Preparation Basics

Hands-on learning in identifying and mixing quality soil for seed propagation.

Day 6–8: Tube Preparation & Soil Filling

You will fill soil into seedling tubes, organize them properly, and prepare for planting.

Day 9: Indigenous & Fruit Seed Sorting

Learn different native tree species, sort and select viable seeds for propagation.

Day 10: Seed Planting Day

Will planting on hands in pre-filled tubes Proper depth, spacing, and watering techniques.

Day 11: Nursery Maintenance & Growth Monitoring

Will watering, weeding, tray arrangement and pest control using natural methods.

Day 12: Creative Labeling and Eco-Challenge activity

You will design and install fun, educational plant labels with personal tags name and engaged on environmental challenge.

Day 13: Community Connection Day

Will Invite local community or youth to learn about the nursery/ environmental conservation.

Day 14: Celebration & Farewell

Will decorate nursery area and celebrate with a small gathering including certificate of participation

Day 15: Optional Trips

Day trip to Ngorongoro / Tarangire / Arusha national park or Day tour in Moshi.

FAQ

Do I need prior experience in forestry or nursery management?

No. The program is beginner-friendly. All training is provided on-site, and volunteers learn through hands-on guidance.

What type of trees will I work with?

You will work with indigenous tree species and fruit trees, selected for local restoration and biodiversity improvement.

Are meals and accommodation included?

Yes, for volunteers staying 1 week or more, meals and accommodation are included.

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