Teach in remote island school, Lake Victoria
Kenya
Durations of Program: 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: All year
Description:
If you're looking to live and work as they do in Kenya this is ideal. The island of Mfangano is stunning. It has almost no electricity, no running water, no flushing toilets, no tarmac roads and no entertainment. This would only suit someone looking to reach rural Kenya and live as most people do in the world. You would be treated like royalty and would be amazed at the warmness and generosity of the locals. A truly unforgettable experience for those who really do want to escape it all.
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Highlights:
Swimming in the Lake. Walking. Bird watching. Rambling. Ruma National Park. Fishing. Access to you own white sand private beach. Mainland 2 hours away by boat. Closest town with ATM, email etc is Homa Bay 3 hours away. 2 night Safari trips to Masai Mara available. Because of the island's isolation trips take much longer. The island has a population of about 37,000 but is spread over its large - 15km long by 6km wide - area (approx). The Lake provides most of the island's income via fishing. It's truly isolated and has a community where everyone knows everyone. As part of the Suba district it also carries one of the highest HIV percentages in Kenya. Some regions run up to 40% of HIV incidents.
Qualifications:
Teaching or assisting teachers in remote school nestled on a hill with panoramic views of Lake Victoria. They welcome any help they can with the pupils aged 4 to 15. Good English already spoken by most teachers and older pupils. Be ready for a warm welcome!
Cost in US$: Check website for latest prices
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer: Experienced travellers. Someone looking for a raw, no holes barred experience. Live, eat and sleep like a local!
Age Range: 21+
This Program is open to
World Wide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Kenya
Independently
Application Process Involves:
Inspire Kenya's Mission Statement: To send groups of people to Kenya to contribute to the people and culture in a productive and meaningful way.
Year Founded: 2006
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