Development in Gardening (DIG) Kenya Field Trip
May 19 – 27, 2023
KARIBUNI SANA!
DIG is thrilled to be hosting our first trip back to the field since 2018. 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 Naboisho conservancy.
These field trips bring together individuals who are passionate and curious about our work and the communities we serve. The experience changes every year and is facilitated by DIG’s local and international staff in the projects happening in real time. This is an intimate opportunity where you are invited to work hand-in-hand with the men, women, and children participating in DIG’s programs.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Friday, May 19, 2023
International Arrivals
Arrive to Nairobi Kenya (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport – NBO). If time permits, visit some of the city before sharing a team dinner at the hotel for an early evening rest.
Overnight: Ole Sereni Hotel – Nairobi
Day 2: Saturday, May 20, 2023
Travel to Homa Bay
Early flight from Nairobi to Kisumu. Drive south to Homa Bay to be welcomed by the DIG team and begin our program immersion.
Please note that there are strict luggage restrictions on each of your domestic flights – the airline permits only 15 kgs / 3o lbs. per person inclusive of hand baggage and in soft bags.
Overnight: Tausi Hotel – Homa Bay
Days 3 – 5: Sunday, May 21, 2023 – Tuesday, May 23, 2023
DIG Program Immersion
During these days of full immersion with DIG programming, you will gain a general overview of their programs and get your hands dirty in DIG’s community and home gardens. You will help facilitate a unique cooking demonstration, participate in solo home visits and assist DIG’s local facilitators in areas needing support. More details will be developed on specifics closer to your trip.
Please click here to download DIG’s Code of Practice and review their visitor guidelines before your trip.
Overnight: Tausi Hotel – Homa Bay
Day 6: Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Travel to Mara Naboisho Conservancy & Safari
Depart Homo Bay early to travel to Mara Naboisho Conservancy for lunch and an afternoon game drive. Settle into safari life.
Overnight: Encounter Mara Camp
Days 7 – 8: Thursday, May 25, 2023 & Friday, May 26, 2023
Safari (Mara Naboisho Conservancy)
Overnight: Encounter Mara Camp
Day 9: Saturday, May 27, 2023
Travel to Nairobi & International Departures
Fly from a Mara Naboisho Conservancy bush airstrip to Nairobi. Please note that there are strict luggage restrictions on each of your domestic flights – the airline permits only 15 kgs / 30 lbs. per person inclusive of hand baggage and in soft bags. Travelers have a day room booked today in Nairobi, where you can rest before late evening international departures or continued travels.
If you are interested in extending your trip, please check the Extend Your Travels page for ideas and how Elevate Destinations can help you plan a customized journey.
