Volunteer in Kenya Reviews

4.7 Rating 71 Reviews

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“I definitely loved the children and the moments when they smile and laugh. An amazing experience was the safari in the Massai Mara and my trip to the Hell's Gate National Park. I would recommend every future volunteer to go there. The local stuff at the orphanage is really friendly and caring. But even though it may be normal for Africa the work there wasn't well organized. Sometimes the food was really good and I loved it but sometimes I only had e.g plain spaghetti. There should have been more vegetables and less carbs. The accommodation was really nice if you compare it to the African standard. The overall design of the website was quite attractive and navigating the site was easy. The pre-departure booklet is also good. Although I felt 40-50 USD what is advised in the booklet is definitely not enough per week. I would recommend VolSol to anyone i know is willing to volunteer abroad mostly because of the variety of programs.”

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Posted 8 years ago

“I liked how friendly the website is in a way that explains everything not a lot of text and goes straight to the important information . The pre-departure booklet also has very good information complete and specific. Service staff was great always answering my questions I totally enjoyed my placement. Meals although taste great but are very repetitive. Breakfast never changed . Every single day was eggs and toast. The In country coordinator and support staff were Great! Always helping and gave us every time a lot of support. Getting to bond with kids is an amazing experience to get to spend some time with babies play with them take care of them learning some Swahili getting deep into Kenya with people doing using transport eating and living like locals is the highlight of my trip. :) I would like to see more volunteers pictures or videos on the website especially the latest ones. Loved the experience !! Thanks a lot!!”

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Posted 8 years ago

“I was lucky enough to be able to do the 2-week volunteering program in Kenya this Easter. I was working in an orphanage in Nairobi with Volunteering Solutions they are known in Kenya as Children's Home. I was received at the airport in Nairobi by the local coordinator appointed by VolSol named Joe.The drive to the volunteers house is less than an hour if I remember correctly. It's an apartment within a block the block is gated and there are guards there to let cars in and out. It's very safe. A The apartment has all the basic amenities needed for a stay. 2 bed rooms with each room has 2 bunk beds so can fit 4 people and a small wardrobe. It has 1 bathroom with a loo and shower. The shower does often go cold but it's ok because you just have to get someone to flip a switch and the hot water comes back on again. About the orphanage: The orphanage where i worked is managed by these three wonderful ladies. When I first joined there the orphanage had 5 babies under the age of 1 but there are now 2 more babies since then. There are 2 toddlers and the rest of the children are old enough to be at school. You can pretty much pick your hours they are just happy to have volunteers so don't mind what time you come and go. Your main responsibilities will be to look after the babies you can get as stuck in as you like. You can choose the kind of responsibility you’d like to handle but don’t expect it to be a cake walk. No one said volunteering will be easy. I chose to be there and do as much as I could to help but you don't have to change nappies or mop up sick if you don't want to. You could just stick to bottle feeding the babies and cuddling them. If you want to do something nice I took a few children to the cinema one night with Rachel and Rachel. (At West Gate) Super cheap it was a special deal on a Tuesday 600 shilling for film popcorn drink and a hot dog!! These children don't really go beyond their school and home so it was really special for them. It was an incredible experience and you are made to feel incredibly welcome by the staff. Both the Rachels and Margret are truly wonderful people!!! Everyone I met is also incredibly religious so be prepared to talk a lot about God. You get awarded a certificate at the end of your 2 weeks which is very kind. If you do indeed to do this project- enjoy!!!! It really is wonderful.”

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Posted 8 years ago

“I liked that the site was user friendly and it was easy to find information about certain areas and programs. I thought the Pre Departure booklet had a lot of good information. Staff were very helpful in answering my questions and helping me prepare. I did enjoy my placement very much. I do feel that my experience was worthwhile and efforts were appreciated. The accomodations were very nice and well kept and the meals were very good. Everyone was very helpful. Joe (Country Coordinator) was good about answering questions and helping work things out when there was uncertainty about anything. I think one of the best parts was just meeting so many people from all over the world but I of course loved working with the children also as well as going on Safari.”

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Posted 9 years ago

“I loved my placement. Most of time they had enough work for me to do and when they didn&#39 t i started cleaning rooms. I kept busy just had to get creative. Working with orphans and Cleaning burn wounds were highlights from my trip. Both accommodation and meals were good. My host family was very welcoming and took care of me. The coordinator was very helpful and always reachable. I will surely recommend this program to people who are looking to volunteer abroad.”

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Posted 11 years ago

“The pre departure booklet was very beneficial. It included all the information that we actually needed to know. I enjoyed working at the orphanage. And I think all the orphanages have been picked correctly for volunteers to go work there since they are in need for us. The house was nice and calm the meals were good. Joe was nice as well. I would recommend this program and the organization. It is one of a Kind. And hopefully next year will join again.”

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Posted 11 years ago

“I was in Africa for two weeks and i keep wishing i had more time there. I met some amazing people had the experience of a lifetime . I have memories that are so deeply engraved in me i truly believe i will never ever forget them . The kids were as sweet as possible my time with them in the classroom was more than enjoyable. I felt so proud when 6 year old Marlon learned to write the number 6. I still smile when i remember him drag the chalk on the blackboard saying &quot down circle&quot . If you need change in your life perspective an experience like no other! If you need to feel loved and give a bit back to the universe ! If you want to draw smiles on those kids faces simply by being there for them i recommend a volunteering trip . Meeting people from different backgrounds seeing the kids everyday feeling the gratitude and the joy of helping people are all part of what i lived during my stay in Kenya! I wish it for everyone who has love in their hearts!”

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Posted 11 years ago

“What areas did you like about our website? It gives the information about various volunteering programs i can experience especially in different parts of the world. The \\\&#39 My Account\\\&#39 pages were very good since i could just pay my fee and submit or get info of my trip. How did you find the pre departure booklet given to you and the service of the staff in regards to answering your questions and helping you prepare? It was very helpful ! Did you enjoy working at your project / placement? Yes it was an unforgettable experience indeed ! Accommodation and meals It was nice but I had to get used to no showers in Masai land . But that was OK !! What was the highlight of your volunteering experience and your trip? Definitely the real Masai experience I had with the Masai people. Living with them was a definitely GREAT experience one of the best I have ever had. Would you recommend this program and our organization to others? yes/no Yes ! Any comments and suggestions Get some sweets for the children if you are visiting Masai Land . They will love you more !! Also get some food that you can usually take around if you are not too comfortable with African food..”

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Posted 12 years ago