Kenya - The Great Maasi Mara Migration and Volunteer Program
- Kenya
About Program
Immerse yourself in one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth: The plains of the Maasai Mara, home of the "Big Five". See cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, elephants, lions, hyenas, wildebeest, zebras and more as you cruise through the unforgettable scenery of the plains before staying overnight in a Mara base camp. Experience the life and culture of the Maasai people and see the southernmost point of the Great Rift Valley. Explore Kenya's hippos by boat en route to a breathtaking remote island, where you will walk with some of Kenya's most famous animals in their natural habitat. Experience life in a home for children with disabilities on the outskirts of Nairobi, and experience the magic of working one on one with the children and supporting the day to day initiatives of the home.
Consider your impact: Volunteering abroad can be a rewarding experience for both volunteers and local communities, and at Go Overseas, we believe all volunteers should have the resources to make informed decisions about the type of volunteer project they want to partake in. However, despite best intentions, some organizations offering placements in orphanages may unknowingly place children in danger. You can read about the potential dangers of orphanage volunteering here.
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Kenya is a middle income country, which often comes to a shock to tourists who expect to see a wildly impoverished and unruly country. Following their Independence from British colonial rule, many Kenyans started seeking business ventures alongside the growing tourism, which is even more present today. From the incredible wildlife on land and underwater, you will have a lot of activities that show you the natural beauty of Kenya.
