In brief
Ocean, Community & Conservation
Spend four weeks living and working in a vibrant coastal Kenyan community, contributing to meaningful conservation and development projects whilst gaining confidence, independence and real-world skills.
Unlike many gap year programmes, Kenya isn’t about constantly moving from place to place. Instead, you’ll become part of the local community, building genuine relationships and making a lasting contribution through a variety of marine conservation and community development projects.
From snorkelling over coral reefs and supporting turtle conservation to helping with community initiatives and exploring Kenya’s incredible wildlife, this programme offers the perfect blend of contribution, culture and adventure
The project work:
Marine conservation:
Working alongside local conservation teams, you’ll contribute to projects that help protect Kenya’s fragile marine ecosystems.
Activities may include reef monitoring, beach cleans, turtle conservation initiatives and environmental awareness projects, providing a fascinating insight into the challenges and successes of marine conservation.
Community development:
Spend time supporting community-led projects designed to improve opportunities and quality of life for local people.
From sustainable gardening and environmental initiatives to practical community projects, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of life on the Kenyan coast whilst making a meaningful contribution alongside local partners.
Cultural Exchange:
One of the most rewarding aspects of the programme is becoming part of the local rhythm of life.
You’ll have opportunities to engage with the community, experience local traditions and build genuine connections with the people you meet. These shared experiences often become some of the most memorable moments of the entire journey
What everyone loves about this project is that you experience being right in the heart of a community, making a difference to those you meet.
The Locations:
Vipingo
Set on Kenya’s beautiful coastline, Vipingo becomes your home for the duration of the programme.
Rather than rushing between destinations, you’ll have the opportunity to settle in, build friendships and become fully immersed in both the projects and the local community. Surrounded by tropical beaches, coral reefs and warm Indian Ocean waters, it’s the perfect setting for a transformative gap year experience.
Tsavo National Park
To round off the adventure, you’ll head into one of Kenya’s most famous wildlife regions.
Home to elephants, lions, giraffes and countless other species, Tsavo offers an unforgettable safari experience and the perfect opportunity to reflect on everything you’ve achieved during your time in Kenya. It’s a spectacular finale to a programme built around impact, connection and personal growth.
