Karibu Kenya!

DIG is thrilled to be hosting a field trip to our programs in Kenya.

We’ll be traveling in May, 2024 (Exact dates TBD but estimated to run the last 2 weeks of May)

We invite you to join us in the gardens to learn from the vibrant communities of farmers DIG works with every day. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to see Lake Victoria and experience an intimate three-night eco-friendly bush camp safari in the heart of Kenya’s Masai Mara.

If this is an opportunity you’ve been dreaming about, don’t wait to sign-up!

Trip Overview

Day 1 – Arrival into Nairobi Kenya (NBO). If time permits visit some of the city before sharing a team dinner at the hotel for an early evening rest.

Day 2 – Early flight from Nairobi to Kisumu. Drive south to Homa Bay to be welcomed by the DIG team and begin our program immersion.

Day 3 – DIG program immersion

Day 4 – DIG program immersion

Day 5 – DIG program immersion

Day 6 – Depart Homa Bay early to travel to the Mara for lunch and an afternoon game drive. Settle into Safari life.

Day 7 – Game drives and bush walks

Day 8 – Game drives and bush walks

Day 9 – Fly from a Massai Mara bush airstrip back to Nairobi before international flight departures in the evening

$5,700 Per Person

*$900 Single Room Supplement

Inclusions

All accommodations
Private in-country transportation
All meals and drinks
In-country flights and airport transfers
Accompaniment by DIG’s Executive Director, Sarah Koch & DIG Kenya’s program team
3 night exclusive eco-friendly safari with private guides
Alcohol while on safari

Exclusions

International flights
Kenya country visas
Alcohol (some will be included while on safari)
Travel and medical insurance (required)
Gratuity for drivers and guides
Other personal expenses (shopping, phone calls, etc)

How to Join

There is space for 9 people on this trip.

Spots are reserved on a first-come-first-serve basis with a $1000 non-refundable deposit.

Reach out to Sarah@DIG.org for more information or to confirm your participation.

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Trip Overview

$5,700 Per Person

Inclusions

Exclusions

How to Join

There is space for 9 people on this trip.

Spots are reserved on a first-come-first-serve basis with a $1000 non-refundable deposit.

Reach out to Sarah@DIG.org for more information or to confirm your participation.

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