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Conservation Experience for Teens

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2 - 2 weeks  ·  Age 14 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Work alongside people your age to protect local ecosystems and endangered wildlife whilst learning from conservation experts.
  • Help us protect threatened species like the Rothschild’s Giraffe, remove alien plants, build waterholes, and more.
  • You’ll live at the conservancy, surrounded by the beautiful African savannah every day.

Highlights

  • Work alongside people your age to protect local ecosystems and endangered wildlife whilst learning from conservation experts.
  • Help us protect threatened species like the Rothschild’s Giraffe, remove alien plants, build waterholes, and more.
  • You’ll live at the conservancy, surrounded by the beautiful African savannah every day.
  • Volunteer Service Hours: 40 to 80.
  • Explore African wildlife on guided game drives and bush walks led by experienced rangers.

  • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 14+
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    About the program

    Join us on the African savannah and help protect giraffes and lions while gaining hands-on conservation experience designed especially for teens.

    You’ll join a unique conservation program in Kenya’s stunning Soysambu Conservancy, home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe and many other iconic African species. The program’s main goal is to protect local wildlife and ecosystems, while also supporting surrounding communities. You’ll ...

    About the program

    You’ll join a unique conservation program in Kenya’s stunning Soysambu Conservancy, home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe and many other iconic African species. The program’s main goal is to protect local wildlife and ecosystems, while also supporting surrounding communities. You’ll work directly with conservation experts and gain hands-on experience through activities like researching endangered species, setting up camera traps, maintaining water holes, and removing invasive plants.

    As part of the program, you’ll also join community outreach projects, such as teaching children about wildlife conservation, playing sports, and helping with small construction tasks. These activities help build strong relationships with local people and raise awareness about protecting the environment.

    You’ll live and work on the conservancy alongside other teens from around the world. Accommodation is safe and comfortable, and you’ll have staff support at all times. We expect you to come with an open mind, ready to learn, adapt, and work as part of a team. You don’t need any prior experience, just a willingness to get involved and make a real impact.

    Our High School Special program is designed specifically for teenagers and runs on set dates, making it easy to fit into your schedule. Throughout your stay, Projects Abroad staff will be by your side to guide and support you, helping you develop skills that will strengthen your CV and boost your confidence for future studies and careers.


    Typical day

    A typical day on this program combines hands-on conservation work with cultural and community activities. You’ll usually work from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday, with evenings free for social activities or rest.

    Example daily schedule:

    • 7:00 AM — Breakfast at the accommodation and prepare for ...

    Typical day

    A typical day on this program combines hands-on conservation work with cultural and community activities. You’ll usually work from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday, with evenings free for social activities or rest.

    Example daily schedule:

    • 7:00 AM — Breakfast at the accommodation and prepare for the day.

    • 8:00 AM — Begin conservation work (e.g., setting up camera traps, monitoring animals, removing invasive plants, or maintaining water holes).

    • 12:30 PM — Lunch break and relax with fellow volunteers.

    • 1:30 PM — Continue conservation or community outreach activities (like teaching children about wildlife or helping with light building projects).

    • 4:00 PM — Finish the day’s work; return to accommodation.

    • Evening — Free time to enjoy dinner, relax, watch a movie, or take part in group activities planned by the staff.

    During the program, you’ll also have special activities such as game drives at night, cultural visits (like museum trips), sports with local children, or community days focused on tree planting or renovations. Weekends are often reserved for cultural excursions, safaris, or relaxing with new friends.


    Free-time activities

    Weekend travel – Menengai Crater hike
    Put on your hiking boots! Located on the northern side of Nakuru is the single largest surviving volcanic crater in the world. The Menengai Crater is an extinct volcano that offers striking views of Lake Nakuru, Lake Bogoria, and the crater itself. It is ...

    Free-time activities

    Weekend travel – Menengai Crater hike
    Put on your hiking boots! Located on the northern side of Nakuru is the single largest surviving volcanic crater in the world. The Menengai Crater is an extinct volcano that offers striking views of Lake Nakuru, Lake Bogoria, and the crater itself. It is believed to be a historic battleground where different Maasai clans fought for grazing land on the slopes of the Rift Valley.

    Visit to Lake Nakuru National Park
    On the second day of your weekend trip, you'll visit Lake Nakuru National Park. Be sure to enjoy a hearty breakfast, as lunch will likely be late. Once you arrive, you’ll head out on a safari to see some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife. This park is famous for its huge flocks of flamingos, and you might also spot black and white rhinos, baboons, hippos, leopards, zebras, buffalo, Rothschild giraffes, and even rare tree-climbing lions!

    Movie night & cultural fun
    In the evening, relax with a classic movie night watching "The Lion King" — right in the region that inspired its setting! See how many Swahili words you can recognize during the film. Afterward, enjoy dinner and fun activities back at the compound.


    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 14 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 14 years old on the program start date.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:00 - 16:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Accommodation

    • Food (three meals a day)

    • Airport pick-up and drop-off

    • Full induction and orientation by an experienced staff member on arrival

    • Transport to and from your work placement

    • In-country support and 24-hour back-up from our team of full-time local staff

    • Emergency assistance from our international emergency response team

    • Project equipment and materials, including access to our database with thousands of resources

    • A supervisor/mentor at your work placement

    • Training and workshops from our experienced local staff

    • Social activities and weekend trips

    • Access to our local office with internet connection

    • Certification of project completion

    • Access to our alumni services and discounts

    • A cultural awareness course

    Airport Pickup at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    A Projects Abroad staff member will be there to welcome you when you arrive at Nairobi Airport (NBO). From the airport, you will travel on a shuttle bus to Nanyuki, and then be taken to your host family. If you arrive at the airport late at night, you will stay overnight at a guesthouse in Nairobi and take the shuttle the next day. Depending on traffic, this will be a three to four hour drive.

    Your airport transfer is included in the cost of your project fee, so you don’t have to worry about extra expenses.

    Accommodation

    Live in the heart of the savannah with everything you need for an incredible Kenyan conservation experience. You’ll have a comfortable bed, shared dorm-style rooms, shared bathrooms, three meals a day, and fresh drinking water. Our team also handles your transport to and from your accommodation.

    You’ll stay in a clean, safe, and secure lodge shared with other Projects Abroad participants right on the Soysambu Conservancy. Rooms typically house multiple volunteers of the same gender, and there are shared bathroom facilities. 

    There aren’t ATMs nearby, but you’ll have the chance to withdraw cash or buy essentials when you first arrive in Nairobi.

    Expect to share this unique environment with a diverse group of teens from around the world — a great way to make new friends and build connections. Wake up to picturesque sunrises over the plains, herds of giraffes grazing nearby, and the distant sounds of lions — an unforgettable way to start each day.

    Food & Beverages

    Your meals will be prepared by an in-house chef and enjoyed in a communal dining area where you can relax and connect with fellow participants. Who knows — you might even make lifelong friends over dinner!

    Your program fees include three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), as well as fresh drinking water. Meals are balanced and nutritious, often featuring local Kenyan ingredients and flavors.

    We can accommodate a variety of dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, halal, and kosher diets. Please let us know in advance about any specific needs so we can prepare accordingly and ensure you feel comfortable and well-fed throughout your stay.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi. We assist you to find cheap flights to Kenya. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Kenya provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Kenya you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Kenya. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    A Projects Abroad staff member will be there to welcome you when you arrive at Nairobi Airport (NBO). From the airport, we'll arrange your transport to the project location at the conservancy. 

    Your airport transfer is included in the cost of your project fee, so you don’t have to worry about extra expenses.

    Start Dates: 

    14 June 2026 to 27 June 2026 - 2 Weeks

    12 July 2026 to 25 July 2026 - 2 Weeks

    26 July 2026 to 08 August 2026 - 2 Weeks

    09 August 2026 to 22 August 2026 - 2 Weeks

    Availability
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    Program Fees

    $1,772 per week 2 - 2 weeks Age 14 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES


    Duration

    2 - 2 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.


    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

    You don't have to pay anything yet
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    Location

    Africa > Eastern Africa > Kenya > Soysambu

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