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Volunteer in Africa

Gap Year for Adults, Kenya, Africa by Camps International

Experience the best that Kenya has to offer. Our Kenya Life programmes offer 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. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference through sustainable, life-changing project work that will improve the lives of rural communities and protect fragile wildlife habitats. For the more adventurous among you, we offer a range of personal challenges, such as trekking mountains or diving in the Indian Ocean.

 

The CountryThe 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 PeopleThe 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.

Check out the tabs below for more information on our Kenya Life programmes.

EXPEDITIONS

Permaculture Volunteer Program in Kenya Healthcare Outreach Family Volunteering Kenya Sports Development Expedition Tanzania

ProjectsKenya Expeditions

All of our programmes have set itineraries and throughout your time with us you will get involved in several different activities.  You will be based in one of our rural camps working on a range of community and conservation projects. 

For travel dates please contact the UK office

ADVENTURE

Scuba Kite Surfing Mount Kenya Mount Meru

 

Kilimanjaro Safari 

AdventureADVENTURES

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.

BESPOKE

Bespoke mountain expeditions to Africa, Asia and South America

ProjectsBespoke Expeditions

RJ7 Expeditions are our sister company, and provide bespoke adventure expeditions to Africa, Asia and Latin America. From climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and unique African safari experiences, to cycle tours in Vietnam and Cambodia, RJ7 Expeditions can tailor your dream expedition into the trip of a life-time!

GETTING THERE

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Getting ThereFlights

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 FlightBooking 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

InsuranceInsurance

  • 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!

 

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.

 

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An award-winning expedition specialist that offers life-changing responsible travel experiences throughout Africa,  Asia and Latin America. We uniquely own our ground operations and develop long-term projects from our permanent camps that are co-located within the communities we work alongside.

 

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100% of all donations raised are spent on projects.

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