WaterRelief, Kenya - summer trip

volunteer

Work with the vibrant communities of southern Kenya to give them a permanent source of clean water.

Digging? Mixing? Carrying? Shovelling? Sand dams and water tanks are much needed to provide the local communities with a year round water supply. Learn the basics of the Kamba language by working alongside the community on this unique experience in overseas development work. Get a real taste of Africa by living and working alongside the Akamba people. Sustainable development at its best!

where: Machakos or Mtito

what: community work, mixing cement

how long: 5 weeks

kenya project - summer trip

explore

Time to relax and enjoy a slower pace of life.

It's not all hard work though! As a reward you will have the chance to spend weekends off in nearby Machakos town for a hot shower, cool beer and time to relax. Other weekends could include a two-day safari to Amboseli National Park to spot some (or all!) of the "big 5", cultural visits to Maasai communities to discover their unique way of life and a chance to see the Elephant Sanctuary or Giraffe Rehabilitation Project in Nairobi, with a meal at the world famous Carnivore restaurant.

where: Amboseli National Park, Machakos, Nairobi, Kenya

what: Safari, relaxing in town, Maasai visits

when: weekends

kenya water relief; project - summer trip

in a nutshell

what are you waiting for?

Spend six weeks living and working with Kenyan communities to transform their lives for a sustainable future. Spend weekends discovering the local area and cultures, spot the "big 5" on safari through one of Kenya's beautiful game reserves. Team sizes from 10-16 people.

where: Machakos, Kenya

what: Community development, building sand dams, weekend safaris

when: July (5 weeks)

how much: £1100 plus project donation of £550

where does the money go?

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