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Trip | Volunteer in Kenya
Agriculture in Gatanga Village, Kenya
Gatanga, Kenya
Quick Facts
about this position
Working hours
none
Minimum age
from 18 years
Education
no particular
Language skills
Good english knowledge
About this position
Overview Agriculture in Gatanga Village, Kenya
Agriculture is an important economic pillar of Kenya. In many parts of the country, it is the main source of income for many households. In Gatanga Village the locals spend most of their time harvesting fruits, vegetables and coffee and taking care for their livestock. In participation you will get an insight into the life of local farmers and have the time to experience Kenya’s authentic landscape.
What to expect
Description Agriculture in Gatanga Village, Kenya
As a participant, you will get the unique chance to experience Kenya and its agriculture. In Gatanga Village you will learn a lot about cultivation practices and get to know the Kenyan cuisine. Due to close interaction with local farmers, you will not only improve your skills, but also immerse in the Kenyan culture and lifestyle.
Your daily tasks include:
- Cutting and cleaning up the grass areas around the farm
- Planting, watering, picking fruits
- Help to take care of the cattle
- Various other community needs
- etc.
Daily routine
You are going to support local farmers with their work for approximately five hours each day.
Monday to Friday:
- Breakfast
- Working on the farm or plantation
- Lunch
- Working on the farm or plantation
- Dinner
The daily routine might vary, depending on local conditions, the weather or unpredictable circumstances.
Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years old
- Language skills: basic English
- Physical health and fitness
- Community interest
- Being a team player
Itinerary of your stay abroad
Program Flow Community Engagement in Gatanga, Kenya
The project is available all year round – you can start in your favorite week!
Arrival
Volunteers are requested to arrive on Sundays at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Between 8am and 6pm, our partner organization will provide a personal pick-up at the airport and drop you to your accommodation safely. The ride takes approximately one hour. If you arrive on Saturdays or Weekdays, the pick-up must be either self-organized or extra paid. At the airport, currency can be changed and the driver helps you to get a cheap, local sim card for your mobile phone.
Introduction Week
Before you start participating in your project, a divers introduction week is waiting for you! All interns and volunteers will be joining various activities that will help you learn and understand the Kenyan culture and traditions, and it will smoothen the cultural shock! Have fun while learning the basics of Swahili and how to cook traditional meals. Furthermore, you will experience the Kenya’s natural beauty during your excursions – a visit of Great Rift Valley and Aberdare Mountains are included. On the last days, it’s time for practice! You will get the opportunity to visit various projects and try your hand at helping out.
Start your project
After introduction week, you start participating in your project on Monday. The way to work is short – your accommodation is not far away from your workplace. You simply walk or use the public transport such as small buses or vans. At work, you will be introduced and immediately included in the daily routine.
The weekend
The weekend is yours! Consult your program coordinator in Kenya for excursions, activities, shopping tips or other Must See’s in Gatanga village and its surrounding areas. You can plan amazing trips and make your time as diversified as possible.
Departure
Friday is always your last day in the project. You have time to check out until lunch on Saturday (12 o’clock), if you are not attending the next week. Please consult our partner organization and inform yourself about the possibilities to get a transfer to the airport. This is not included, but they will provide help with its organization.
Public Holidays in Kenya - 2018
Only public holidays that influence taking part in the project are listed. Keep in mind, some farmers may decide on their own holidays. The school holidays do not affect the participation.
- 1st January (New Year’s Eve)
- 25th December (Christmas Day)
Ready to get started?
Agriculture in Gatanga Village, Kenya
Flexible dates
min. 2 weeks
from 18 years
Good english knowledge
from
1190 EUR
Questions? We will help you!
Contact usYour accommodation
Accommodation during the Programs in Gatanga, Kenya
Together with other participants, you will stay in Gatanga Village – the ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in authentic Kenya! Thanks to its central location, it is only a thirty minutes drive to Thika, an urban city where you get everything for your daily needs. With public transport you can almost get there every hour.
On the weekends, many participants feel attracted by Nairobi. Kenya’s capital has much to offer – there are amazing bars, restaurants and clubs and a lot of sights to visit. Do you prefer nature excursions? The area around Gatanga Village is breathtaking! After a visit to the Fourteen Falls or a hiking-tour at Mount Kenya, which is Unesco World Heritage Site since 1997, Kenya will not let you go!
Furniture & Fittings
During your time in Kenya, you live in dedicated accommodations of the organization. They consist of several shared rooms with bunk beds. The bathroom has to be shared with other participants. The meals, as well as drinking water, coffee and tea is provided. You can easily keep in touch with your family and friends at home – free WIFI is available in the common areas.
Meals
At the property there are three meals a day. The food is a good mix of Western and Kenyan food. Traditionally this includes meat, vegetables, potatoes, eggs, bread, pancakes – known as "chapatti" – fruits such as oranges, bananas and avocados. On Saturday and Sunday, only breakfast and dinner are served.
Our Service
Service Community Engagement in Gatanga, Kenya
Services for your community engagement work abroad include the active support in the preparation of your entire stay abroad. The team of our partner organization in each country supports you, wherever you require it:
What's included:
- Placement in a community engagement project according to you demands
- Assisting visa application
- Information about cheap flights, travel insurances and other important travel documents
- Airport pick-up with direct transfer to your accommodation (only Sunday)
- Accommodation during your whole volunteer work (in dormitories in the volunteer house)
- 3 meals during the weekdays
- 2 meals on Saturday and Sunday
- Tips and information about freetime activities
- Contact person during your stay abroad
- 24-hour emergency number
- Regular meetings with all volunteers or interns
- Certificate
What’s not included:
- Visa
- Flights
- Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Transfer to the airport after the end of your project work
Our local team
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Our local team
Your Local Coordinator in Gatanga, Kenya
In Gatanga Village an experienced project coordinator is assigned to each of the programs. He will assist you with your project preparation as well as your daily tasks. If there are any organizational questions, the doors of our partner office are always open – Sebastian will gladly help you as your personal contact.