Gap Year Africa - Camp Kenya

Camp Kenya Experience the best that Kenya has to offer. This gap year programme offers a great mix of community and wildlife conservation activities for those volunteers that are keen to take on a challenge and support our ongoing projects. Whether you stay with us for 1, 2 or 3 months, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference through sustainable, life-changing project work that will improve the lives of rural communities, protect fragile wildlife habitats and at the same time take on personal challenges as you trek mountains and dive the Indian Ocean with volunteers from all over the world.

Highlights

Work on important projects to improve the standard of living for rural Kenyan communities
Participate in ongoing conservation initiatives to protect wildlife and the environment
Learn about elephant conservation
Safari in one of Kenya’s premier National Parks
Marine and primate conservation programme (2 and 3 month itineraries only)
Indian Ocean beach and Kenya bush location
Opportunities to scuba dive or mountain trek

The Country

Kenya is regarded by many as the jewel of East Africa and has some of the continent’s finest beaches, most magnificent wildlife and scenery and warm and welcoming people. It is a country of rich contrasts; from vast open savannahs rich with game, to pristine beaches and coral reef, equatorial rain forests and mighty snow-capped mountains, deserts and cool highland retreats.

The People

Kenya has a diverse population with around 40 different ethnic groups, all with their own language and cultures, the most famous being the tall, red-robed Masai who still lead semi-nomadic lifestyles of cattle herding along the southern border. A mix of African and Asian, Swahili culture can be found along the coast.

Included

Meals, drinking water and accommodation
Airport transfers to/from Mombasa (within set times)
Orientation of local area
Basic Swahili lesson
Snorkelling tour
Community and wildlife project work
Big game safari
Wildlife sanctuary working safari
Cultural visit
Regular trips to beach/Diani town
Wide range of additional optional activities
Fully staffed camps and local guides
Scheduled project transfers
Project costs and coordination
Emergency management plan and 24-hour emergency support.

Not Included

Flights including internal flights
Some in-country transfers
Travel insurance
Arrival and departure fees (if applicable)
Visa
Vaccinations
Personal equipment, spending money, tips or gratuities
Personal laundry
Extra activities

Check out the tabs below for more information on our Camp Kenya programme.

OUR CAMPS

COMPARE OUR PROGRAMMES

Check out the quick comparison below or click on the Trip Comparisonator for the full trip low-down.

CAMP KENYA	School & Community Projects	Wildlife & Environmental Conservation	Marine Conservation Projects	Primate Habitat Conservation	Safari	Optional Scuba & Snorkelling	Rest & Relaxation	PRICE
1 MONTH								£1710
2 MONTHS								£2430
3 MONTHS								£3140

PROJECTS

OUR PROJECTS

All of our programmes have set itineraries and throughout your time with us you will get involved in several different projects. You will rotate through a variety of our camps working on a range of community and conservation projects. The longer you stay the more project work you can get involved in! Individual projects cannot be booked separately. To find out what is included in which camp check out our ‘Comparisonator’.

ADVENTURE

ADVENTURES

Fancy a challenge? Go that extra mile and push yourself beyond your comfort zone, both mentally and physically with one of our adventure activities. With a summiting success rate of over 90% for mountain treks, a wide range of scuba diving courses and exhilarating sports such as kite surfing, there is something to suit everyone. Boost your confidence and prove that there is nothing you can't do! Contact us for more information and to book your adventure.

GETTING THERE

Flights

Whether you are an experienced traveller or this is your first trip abroad, we are here to help you every step of the way and it really couldn’t be easier. Once you have decided where, when and how long you want to travel for and booked your expedition with us, the next things to organise are your flights and insurance. This should be done at least 2 months prior to travel.

We can help you source some of the cheapest deals on flights through our flight provider STA Travel or alternatively you may wish to shop around and find your own. If you do decide to arrange your own flights, please make sure before you book that you check with us the exact start date and arrival airport. Then please let us know your flight details otherwise we cannot guarantee that you will be met at the airport once you arrive in country.
The dates listed on the website are the official start date of your programme (your first night in country) and the date to arrange your return flight on the final day, unless of course you have alternative travel arrangements or are extending your stay.
If you choose to travel outside the travel dates and collection times, you will be responsible for your expenses until you join the programme or after you leave including getting to and from the airport.

Booking your flight

You will require a return flight to Moi International Airport, Mombasa
Example Airlines: Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airways
We recommend that you choose an overnight flight on your outbound and inbound journey to ensure that you have maximum time in camp

Insurance

It is essential you have adequate travel insurance as soon as you have booked your expedition and flights so that you are covered for any insurable reasons in the unlikely event you have to cancel. Make sure that your policy covers you for the full duration that you are abroad, including getting to and from the programme.
If you wish to extend your travelling whilst you are away, don’t forget to extend your insurance before your programme ends.
Please provide us with details of your travel insurance as soon as you receive them. This should include the insurance company name, their contact details, your policy number and the contact details for the Emergency Assistance Provider that will be included in your policy. Make sure that you also keep a record of your policy details with you when you travel. Again, we can provide you with loads of advice and guidance – just let us know!

Briefing Day

Prior to your departure you will be invited to a briefing day held at our offices in Ringwood, Hampshire. Attendance isn’t compulsory but we strongly recommend it as it’s a great opportunity for you to meet other people you will be travelling with as well as receiving more detail on the projects you’ll be working on, final tips on preparing for your trip and a chance to have any last minute questions answered. To find out when the next briefing day will be held, please visit the ‘your trip’ section of the website.

For further help and advice on preparing for your expedition, please visit the ‘your trip’ section of the website for essential information on vaccinations, visas, kit lists, spending money, fundraising and keeping yourself safe on expedition.