Detours Abroad: Projects in Kenya

  Kenya

Rural

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks

Description: Building, Conservation Work

Sharing extraordinary moments with the local villagers and your companions in Kenya is life changing. We offer you uniquely rewarding life experiences, and a chance to give something back to a community that needs your help.

In Kenya you will work as part of a volunteer team building a village school or health centre along with other conservation projects. The project work is varied and includes construction work on the local school, teaching, agricultural work, power and water systems and building of sports facilities. Conservation projects work closely with the Kenya Wildlife Service and include marine parks, Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary and a colobus monkey sanctuary. Local tradesmen and wildlife professionals are employed to facilitate the projects. You will work alongside these professionals, gaining new skills while contributing to the overall standard of living of the local community.

Highlights: Volunteers live in safari-style tents in a purpose built camp located just 4 km from the Indian Ocean and its stunning beaches. The tents have been designed specifically to suit the camp requirements by an expert safari company. Special attention has been paid to the environmental and climatic considerations. The tents are light, airy, cool and fully netted to reduce mosquito or insect risk.

This is a program that suits family groups as well as solo travellers. Programs vary in length from 2-4 weeks and include a safari in a Kenyan national park, as well as fun adventure activities such as trekking, scuba diving, jet-skiing and kite surfing.

Qualifications: Any special skills you have will be gladly received. It is essential to bring enthusiasm and an open mind. Bring a smile, commitment and a desire to meet the local people. The key to a successful volunteer experience is a desire to be involved.

Cost in US$: $2450 for 2 weeks; $2950 for 4 weeks

- Meet and greet on arrival
- Transfers to and from airport and placement
- Board and accommodation
- Project placement
- Back-up and support in-country during placement
- Optional extras such as sightseeing trips, language courses and workshops generally involve an additional cost and can be arranged at the time of booking.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Kenya Independently Or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Exit DebriefingAbroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Detours Abroad's Mission Statement: Detours Abroad brings people and communities together by allowing travellers to immerse themselves in local communities where in turn they make a contribution through volunteering their services. Detours Abroad organises volunteer placements from 2-12 weeks in a variety of developing countries. These include Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Borneo, China, Peru and Ecuador. Volunteers assist in three areas - education, health and administration, community services including construction, care work and community development.

Year Founded: 1996