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Program Overview

Volunteering as a part of our wildlife conservation program in Nakuru, Kenya, gives you the opportunity to assist with activities like ecological monitoring, conducting censuses, tracking wildlife, and collaring. Throughout your work at the conservation site, you will be accompanied by a wildlife specialist who will guide you through your schedule and provide training.

Projects
- Rothschild Giraffe Tracking and Ecological Monitoring: Join the conservation team in tracking the endangered Rothschild giraffes. Contribute to ongoing research by collecting data on their behavior and habitat, helping to ensure their survival.
- Removal of Invasive Plant Species
- DC Pulse Electric Perimeter Wall Inspection
- Nurturing Tree Seedlings and Assisting Local Women at the Dundori Tree Nursery

Located in the Great Rift Valley region, Nakuru is the fourth-largest urban area in Kenya, with a population of over 500,000. The city is known for its beautiful natural scenery, including Lake Nakuru National Park, which is home to various wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and rhinos.

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Program Highlights

Gain invaluable, practical experience in wildlife conservation.
Be part of the team conserving the endangered Rothschild giraffe.
Take part in a variety of tasks around the conservation area.
Assist the local rangers and track wildlife.
Stay in a volunteer house with other program participants from around the world!

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation
Certificate of Completion

Program Details

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Locations

  • Nakuru, Kenya

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14+

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • Summer
  • Alternative Spring Break
  • Winter

Program Reviews

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4.5
2 reviews

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Top categories

Day to Day Life
5.0
Volunteer Placement
4.5
Program Administration
4.5
Living Situation
4.5
Community Engagement
4.5
Health & Safety
4.5

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Moniek HNetherlands · June 2026

The best experience I ever had in Kenya!

The best experience I ever had in Kenya. Amazing project, lovely people, very kind staff, a lot of options for activities and delicious Kenyan food. Local team was fantastic. They help you with everything, take care of you, work really hard, are always available and are passionate. The food was perfect. Everyday 3 meals with typical Kenyan dishes Accomodation was clean, relaxed and located in a safe neighbourhood. WiFi was available, warm shower, tv, drinking water, pool table. - Moniek

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Liilou DFrance · April 2025

Kenya, wildlife conservancy program

The trip was so interesting in terms of the diverse activities we did and the animals we could see. it was a dream to see the savanna and the animals and we had the opportunity to do a safari in masai mara which was amazing. we didn't expect to do that many activities, we visited touristic places in the first 2 weeks. the weather was great, sunny but not too hot and then it became hotter and hotter but still nice. the program with the giraffes was amazing, seeing these giants for real and in the natural environment is something else. they are such wonderful animals and we are grateful to have helped for their conservation. The local team was helpful, kind and Laban is the best guide! they made our experience in Kenya unforgettable and easy. we really appreciated the food and the accommodation was great, except some water issues but always solved in 1 day. Maybe updating some infos on the website because it is written "no wifi" in the accommodation.

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Thanks so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you got to enjoy the safari, the giraffe program, and all the amazing activities in Kenya—it really sounds like an unforgettable adventure.

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