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KENYA

Famed for spectacular wildlife, Mount Kenya and the vitality of its people, Kenya is an awe inspiring place for volunteers and interns to spend their time abroad. You can find yourself immersed in the Massai Mara and walking along the incredible beaches.

Volunteer in Kenya
Volunteer in Kenya
Volunteer in Kenya
Volunteer in Kenya
Volunteer in Kenya

Intern & Volunteer in Kenya

During your time as a volunteer in Kenya, you will work directly with people from the Masai Mara community, whether that be through wildlife research or as a community volunteer. No matter what initiative you took part in in Kenya, you’ll be dreaming to go back and experience more of it’s culture.

The Masai Mara is considered one of the finest safari destinations in all of Africa. As a volunteer or intern in Kenya, you can use your free time to take part in locally run excursions to take full advantage of the location. If seeing the Big 5 from the ground isn’t quite thrilling enough for you, then perhaps consider doing it from the air on a balloon safari! Not only will you get an amazing view of Kenya’s plains, but between July and November, you’ll be in the ideal place to witness the great migration too.

Your evenings after project work will be spent under a sky with a seemingly impossible number of stars. By sampling local food and listening to the animals around the plains, you’ll get a feel for what life in a rural Kenyan community is really like and you’ll be able to digest the day’s experiences.

Through your community and conservation work in Kenya, you’ll balance the interests of humans and animals and have a positive, sustainable impact in the Masai Mara. Join us on a volunteer program or internship in Kenya now!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • Population – 53 million people
  • Languages spoken – Swahili and English
  • Religion – The majority of Kenyans identify themselves as Christians (protestant and Catholic), other religions consist of indigenous faiths
  • Currency – Kenyan Shilling (KES)
  • Climate – Temperature varies dramatically. Northern Kenya experiences considerably cooler temperatures than the South and coastal regions.

FUN FACT ABOUT KENYA

Although the official languages are Swahili and English, Kenya is multilingual with as many as 62 languages spoken across the country!

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Maasai Mara Big Cat & Elephant Volunteering in Kenya

Experience the wildlife show of a lifetime whilst contributing to key research and conservation efforts in the Maasai Mara

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Healthcare, Community & Hospital Volunteering in Kenya

Join us in Kenya as a healthcare volunteer and help make a difference to those living in vulnerable and developing communities

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Kenya Travel FAQs

Can I volunteer in Kenya for free?

The cost associated with each program is used to cover sufficient materials and work labour it takes for our on-the-ground staff to successfully make an impact! So whilst you can’t volunteer for free, there are other ways in which you can fundraise your volunteer experience so that a portion, if not all, of your program’s fees are covered. You can create a fundraiser on websites such as FundMyTravel and GoFundMe, or set up a fundraiser on Facebook!

How do I volunteer with Big Cats?

If you want to volunteer with big cats, then you have come to the right place! Kaya has volunteer projects in Kenya that will give you the chance to work with animals and focus on the research and conservation of the Maasai Mara Big Cats and Elephants! Through this project, you will be able to monitor the movements and behaviours of big cats in the wild, whilst contributing to conservation efforts. You can find out more information about these volunteer projects in Kenya by visiting the project page or requesting a brochure.

Do I need to pay for my own accommodation whilst interning or volunteering with Kaya?

Kaya provides fully funded accommodation for volunteers and interns across all projects. For volunteers and interns working in Kenya, you will be staying in safari-style tents and will be fully immersed in the culture and atmosphere of the Maasai Mara!

Is it safe to travel to Kenya?

We have helped hundreds of volunteers in their journeys across Africa, and more specifically, Kenya! We have had no problems with volunteers in the past, however, we understand you may have concerns traveling so far abroad. However, there is no need to worry! All of our on-ground project managers are fully trained in safety best practices and first aid. Additionally, each volunteer is sent a pre-departure information brochure to help you envisage and get excited about the project you choose.

Can I combine volunteering with travel whilst in Kenya?
Absolutely, in fact, we actually recommend it! Responsible travel is all about giving back to the places in which we have the pleasure of visiting. Volunteering in Kenya will allow you to give hands-on support to many causes that are important, all whilst being able to experience the culture and its people in a completely different way than you would if you were only a tourist.

Easy 4-step application process

APPLY ONLINE

Apply online and pay your application fee to apply for your space on your chosen project. Our advisors will then contact you to guide you through the next steps.

TELEPHONE INTERVIEW

Once we’ve received your application, we’ll review your details and be in touch to arrange your informal telephone interview with your Kaya Placement Advisor.

CONFIRMATION

Following your interview, we will provide you a placement offer. Once you are ready to confirm your placement and dates, you can pay your confirmation fee to book and secure your space.

GET PREPARED

When you have confirmed your project dates we’ll send you your Welcome Pack and lots of other helpful information to assist you with preparing for your placement.