30-Day Adventure (Summer)
Overview
1 Day |
Travel: Flight to Kenya with a stop in London |
3 Days |
Nyumbani Children’s Home: Crafts/games/chores with children, Mass |
20 Days |
Service Project: To be determined by the individual/group before departure to Kenya. The duration of the service project will most likely take place in one location |
2 Days |
Sightseeing options: David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, AFEW Giraffe Centre, Hippo and walkabout safari, Nairobi Arboretum, Oloragasaile Prehistoric Site |
3 Days |
Cultural experience options: Visit- a Maasai community to teach pre-school and work with women artisans; outreach clinics in the compromised communities around Nairobi; KIabethu Tea Farm Museum; Nairobi National Museum, Karen Blixen’s Museum and Homestead |
1 Day |
Travel: Flight to DC with a stop in London |
Things You Need to Know
- Flights are booked by the traveler on British Airways, cost not included in KEST Package
- Lodging and most meals are included in KEST Package (except lunches/ dinners at restaurants)
- Transportation and tips while in Kenya are included in KEST Package
- Travelers are responsible for acquiring Passport, Visa, and required shots
- Extra spending money is highly recommended; currency exchange is available at the airport
- Each traveler is expected to pack a 50-pound duffle of donations, in addition to their one personal suitcase. Donations requested are determined by the site directors of the programs we serve.
Service Opportunities
- Communities presenting possible projects for service
- Nyumbani Children’s Home- an orphanage for HIV+ children in Karen, Kenya
- Nyumbani Lea Toto Outreach Programs- clinics in compromised communities around Nairobi
- Nyumbani Village- a multi-generational, self-sustaining community of orphaned children and grandparents
- Pastoral Community Development Alliance (PCDA)- a growing Maasai organization focused on childhood education and sustainable income for women
Payment Schedule
2 Months prior to departure – 25% Deposit due
1 Month prior to departure – Remaining Balance due
Please Note
Trip details are tentative until the travel group is established. Itineraries are custom-made to the desires of the travelers. Most people on the 30-day trip are former KESTers or seasoned travelers.