Kenya Learning Service

Transformational student travel in iconic east Africa

Destination

Age

15+ y/o

Minimum Stay

2 weeks

Start Date

Anytime

Accommodation

Mixed

What’s included

Certification

Certified record of service hours, workshops, and activities for your CV.

Meals

All breakfast, lunch, and dinners, and always fresh drinking water.

Accommodation & Amenities

Clean, safe, and welcoming accommodation. A home away from home with comfortable amenities.

24/7 Support

Round-the-clock support on the ground and 24/7 back up from our global teams.

Trip Overview

Overview

While we offer a flexible trip duration, here’s a sample itinerary showcasing an exciting two-week adventure in Kenya.

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 learned 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, it has 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 customized, 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 plan, organize, and deliver 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.

Plan your adventure

Call +353 (0)1 571 5080 to discuss special discounts or group bookings.

Still got questions? We’re happy to help!

Our trusted accreditations

British Youth Travel Awards Customer Service
Go Overseas Rating
SDG Contribution finalist
Go Abroad Winner
Learning outside the classroom badge
GoOverseas community choice award
Sustainable tour operator finalist
GoAbroad Rating
Volunteer Forever award