Kenya Learning Service
Transformational student travel in iconic east Africa
What’s included
Activities, Training & Equipment
Accommodation & Amenities
24/7 Support
Transportation
Trip Overview
Support conservation work
Collaborate on community-supported conservation efforts to protect lions and Nubian Giraffes at Soysambu Conservancy.
Women's empowerment
Contribute to women’s empowerment and increase access to education through workshops with community activists and the Kenya Red Cross.
Farming challenges
Assist a coffee farmer with daily tasks while learning about the challenges smallholders face in a complex global supply chain.
Head out on Safari
Join an incredible safari where you might see some of Africa’s “Big Five”, including lions, leopards, and rhinos.
Meet the Maasai
Enjoy local cuisine, learn Swahili, and spend a day with the nomadic Maasai Tribe, learning about their special relationship with the natural world.
Global perspective
Learn about the connection between environmental sustainability and human wellbeing, fostering empathy, responsibility, and a global perspective.
Meet the Maasai, explore the Savannah, and track lions as you uncover modern and traditional ways of living, working, and enjoying life. Learn to cook, dance, and speak the local language as you dive deep into the vibrant and fascinating culture of Kenya.
Be dazzled by its breathtaking diversity as you explore its innovative spirit and uncompromising sense of community. See how this extends to the natural world as you learn how it has become a world leader in sustainable tourism.
Overview
Week one
Your journey begins in Nairobi, where you’ll then travel to Nanyuki and settle into your accommodation. The next day, explore the local area and dive into Kenyan culture with a language lesson, a cross-cultural workshop, and a delicious traditional dinner.
Throughout the week, engage in various activities designed to broaden your understanding of Kenya. Contribute to the community through outreach projects, learn traditional dances, meet village elders, and explore bustling local markets. You’ll also have the opportunity to work alongside the Red Cross, discover the art of Kenyan cooking, and visit a traditional coffee farm.
Your first weekend promises adventure and cultural immersion. Embark on a thrilling ‘Big 5’ safari, seeking out lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffalo in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, visit an animal orphanage and learn the art of traditional bead-making in the evening.
Week two
Start your second week by immersing yourself in the traditions of the Maasai people. You’ll join in their daily activities, like herding cattle and fetching water and firewood. It’s a unique chance to see the challenges of balancing modern life with centuries-old customs.
Next, travel to the Soysambu Conservancy in the African Savannah. Here, you’ll get hands-on experience with conservation efforts. Track lions with expert guides and learn about the ways – both old and new – that Kenya is protecting its incredible wildlife.
Later in the week, work alongside the local community to install eco-stoves, making a real difference in their lives. Then, take part in a reflective workshop to process everything you’ve learnt and experienced in Kenya.
Finish your trip with an unforgettable sunset safari drive and a farewell dinner under the African sky. The next day, it’s time to head home, your bags packed with memories and a broader perspective on the world.
About Kenya
- Kenya is a country in East Africa, with a population of 48 million, and its official languages are Swahili and English
- It is a land of great diversity in its people and cultures — with over 40 recognised tribes or ethnic groups
- It was one of the first countries to ban plastic bags
- Many of the world’s best runners come from Kenya
- It is considered the ‘birthplace of humanity’, home to some of the oldest human fossils ever found
What’s included
We handle all the essentials, so you can focus on the experience.
Your trip includes the following as standard. Talk to us if you’re looking for anything customised; we can help.
- Accommodation
- Three meals per day
- Drinking water
- In-destination transportation, including airport transfers
- One free staff place for every nine students that travel
- Excursions, cultural activities, and social events
- Project materials
- 24/7 staff support for the duration of your trip
- A custom-made reflective journal (upon request)
- A fully customisable bespoke itinerary
- An in-person or online talk before you sign up
- A Q&A presentation for students, parents, and teachers
- A pre-departure presentation prior to travel
- A full risk assessment for every group trip
- Support from application to departure
- Fundraising advice
- Assistance with booking flights
- Comprehensive induction and orientation upon arrival
- Dedicated group pre-departure support
For more information, request your Teacher Handbook, our practical guide designed to support you in planning, organising, and delivering a safe and successful school trip.
Sustainability promise
Projects Abroad is a Certified B Corporation, which means we have joined the global movement of businesses committed to using business as a force for good.
We also calculate emissions linked to our programmes before funding climate action projects that offset what is produced. We then go further, adding a 10% contingency to account for any variation and planting a tree for each participant. This makes our operation climate positive — we offset more carbon than we create.
Read more about our commitment to Sustainability.
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