Volunteer in Kenya
Capital: Nairobi
Say Hello: Dumela, Hello
Language: Swahili, English
Population: 40 Million
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Learn more about volunteering abroad in Kenya!
“Karibu” and welcome to the volunteer in Kenya page. Volunteers in Kenya will be provided with an enriching and life changing experience, with first hand opportunities to help people in this kind and welcoming nation. Kenya, though some may not expect it, is a green, luscious country with a poor infrastructure out of the cities, and an overwhelmed school system. There is still a huge problem with HIV/AIDS awareness and corruption and systems within the country often prevent progress. Volunteers will get involved with a range of projects from planting trees, to building medical centers and the running of women’s self help groups. Volunteers will also be able to go on safari and stay in a traditional Kenyan lodge, take boat trips on the beautiful Lake Victoria, learn how to make Fairtrade items, take horseback rides through rural villages and eat Kenyan food in Nairobi’s top restaurants. The people of Kenya are helpful and generous and will share their last chicken with you in a heartbeat. Any volunteer in Kenya will take a piece of the country away in their heart.
Volunteers abroad in Kenya can be placed either in the major city of Nairobi, the smaller town of Kisumu or in the rural areas of the Rift Valley and beyond. Programs range in length but most recommend staying as long as you can. Check out the programs below to find your perfect fit. Volunteering in Kenya will be an experience you will never forget.
When you are finished volunteering in Kenya, be sure to return to this page to review your program provider!
International Volunteer HQ's partner NGO in Kenya requires volunteers Now! IVHQ has a wide range of volunteering opportunities available in teaching, orphanage work, HIV/Aids work and medical placements in both urban and rural Kenya.
Volunteers are... Learn More!
A variety of affordable volunteer projects are available in Kenya. VFP works with partner organizations in Kenya in order to focus projects on local needs and make a noticeable impact in the communities we serve.
Most volunteer projects last 2-3... Learn More!
In Kenya, unlike many other countries, the private schools are not rich – in fact, most of the schools we work with are very poor, which is why they are so grateful for your help!
Our teaching placements are based on the Island of Mombasa within... Learn More!
Situated in East Africa, Kenya is one of the most popular volunteering countries in Africa. Spectacular wildlife, the savannah, snow-capped mountains and diverse communities make Kenya an alluring location for anyone looking for an adventure. Kenya... Learn More!
Volunteers have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of work, including education and training for children from under-privileged backgrounds, HIV/AIDS counselling, and medical/health volunteering. Through this program, volunteers will have a... Learn More!
Kaya volunteers in Kenya are given the opportunity to work on a variety of projects aimed at conservation, health care, and community development. HIV/AIDS is a significant problem in Kenya and volunteers are needed assist with education, prevention... Learn More!
Spend your time in Kenya getting to know local communities through meaningful volunteer opportunities at an IDP Camp, an orphanage, and with several women's empowerment projects.
While not volunteering, take in the beauty of Kenya through a safari... Learn More!
AV offers incredible gap year volunteer opportunities in Kenya! The program is typically 10-12 weeks and volunteers can choose to get involved in educational efforts by teaching school kids a variety of topics. They may also devote time at the local... Learn More!
Work alongside local community members of Tsavo West National Park, in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, to support development in rural Kenyan communities. Harsh environment with low rainfall and limited work opportunities have forced communities to... Learn More!
Volunteers will conduct dolphin research from a surface vessel and have the opportunity to snorkel to observe turtles. Full training is provided by GVI's full time research staff allowing volunteers a hands on and invaluable contribution to the... Learn More!
This placement is situated in the vibrant cosmopolitan coastal city of Mombasa, working at the Portreitz District Hospital. This is a poor facility that caters to a very poor community. You'll get a good general feel of the Hospital by working and/... Learn More!
Volunteer in Kenya with Smaller Earth. Short and long-term teaching and wildlife/marine conservation projects are available!
Kenya is one of the most popular volunteering destinations in Africa, and Smaller Earth offers a variety of projects for... Learn More!
This Kenya expedition combines wildlife research with community work. Based in the Shimoni Archipelago, on the coastal border between Tanzania and Kenya, your time will be divided between the island Wasini, the Shimoni village and the satellite... Learn More!
Volunteering with children in an orphanage is the most rewarding experience for volunteers. Volunteers work alongside the existing staff to care for the children in orphanages. The work in a childrens home involves feeding, dressing and keeping the... Learn More!
Kenya continues to be one of the world's top tourist destinations with millions descending on its open plains every year. Unfortunately the revenue from a booming tourist trade has yet to find its way to the less fortunate of society and the number... Learn More!
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