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DIG Adventure Trips

Each year DIG organizes the unique opportunity to work hand-in-hand with our communities in Africa while also arranging to explore some of the regions most breathtaking sites.

These intimate trips give donors, volunteers, and interested supporters an opportunity to not visit these incredible countries but get a rare invitation to go deeper with the amazing farmers DIG has been working with.

Trip Offerings

Due to Covid19, DIG is not scheduling trips at this time. Please check back for future trip offerings soon.

Trip Costs

Trips typically range from $5,000- $5,600 per person depending on the itinerary.

Included in the cost:
  • Round trip international airfare from select US cities
  • All lodging, meals, and private ground transportation
  • Any in-country transfer flights
  • Park fees, guides, taxes, etc.
  • All excursions
  • Not all, but a portion of your trip will be tax deductible

Not included in the cost:

  • Costs associated with acquiring a valid passport (note: your passport must be valid for 6 months after return)
  • Tourist Visas ($50-$100 depending on the country)
  • Any vaccinations you or your doctor feel are necessary
  • Malaria preventative and other medications prescribed by your doctor
  • Travel health insurance which includes emergency evacuation
  • Transportation to and from the US departure city
  • Safari guide tips
  • Souvenirs and items of a personal nature •Alcohol and personal snacks

Joining a Trip

Trips are typically limited to 7 individuals so it is important to contact DIG with your interest early.

As trips are announced DIG will ask for a $500 non-refundable deposit. You will be responsible for getting any necessary vaccinations, paperwork, and malaria medication before departure.

All deposit checks should be made payable to:
Development in Gardening
1270 Caroline St Suite D120-312
Atlanta, GA 30307

Email sarah@DIG.org to share your interest in a future trip.

Stories from DIG's Adventure Trips


Adventure Trips

2017 DIG Adventure Trip with the Batwa in Southern Uganda

October 23, 2018

Each year Development in Gardening (DIG) organizes one opportunity to work hand in hand with our communities on the ground and visit some of the most beautiful sites in East Africa.

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Adventure Trips

2016 Volunteers and Visitors

April 21, 2016

There is so much we would not be able to accomplish without the support of generous people willing to step up to ensure DIG's work moves forward and thrives. We are excited to be working with a vibrant community of volunteers, interns, and visitors in 2016. Take a look at a few of individuals giving of their time and talents this year alone.

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Adventure Trips

Trellis Fellow in Kenya

September 25, 2015

This year DIG was awarded our 2nd Trellis Fund Award from UC Davis. The Trellis Fund is an arm of the UC Davis Horticulture Innovation Lab. Trellis works on a smaller scale than the lab, selecting students to partner with host organizations on the ground for a few months before traveling there for two-to-three-week projects. This year, 14 different students traveled to nine different countries including one to Kenya with DIG.   DIG was matched with Belinda Richardson — an international

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Adventure Trips

I DIG Kenya 2014

October 8, 2014

We set off on an adventure…….   “I am not the same having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world.” ― Mary Anne Radmacher

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