Holiday with a Difference

Volunteering Holidays in Kenya

Kenya is a country filled with colour, culture, wildlife and incredible community spirit. Yet many local communities continue to face challenges in education, healthcare, conservation and access to everyday resources. This is why we choose to stand alongside grassroots groups who are already doing the hard work on the ground.

Through Themba Travel, you’ll have the chance to volunteer with real community champions across Kenya. These are people making a positive difference in their neighbourhoods every day. By joining them, you’ll help strengthen their efforts while experiencing the warmth and beauty that Kenya is known for.

Our volunteer programmes are built around connection, respect and meaningful impact. You bring your skills, time and willingness to help. We’ll guide you toward projects that genuinely benefit from your support, and in return you’ll discover the culture, landscapes and people that make Kenya so special.

You’ll stay in comfortable, thoughtfully chosen accommodations. These may include peaceful lodges near wildlife conservancies, guesthouses close to coastal communities or stays within welcoming rural villages. Each option is selected because we have seen the work firsthand and trust the positive impact of the projects.

Whether you join us on your own, with friends, as a family or as part of a group, your experience in Kenya will be memorable, purposeful and deeply rewarding. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing this beautiful country with you. Karibu Kenya!

We match your skills and experiences with the project's needs so you can have the greatest impact.

Choose Your Project

£1,925 - 1 week

Kenya

Transport

Food

Accomodation

Guide

£1,325 to £2,595 - 8 days

Kenya

Transport

Food

Accomodation

Guide

Why volunteer with Themba Travel?

First-hand experience​

Support existing community initiatives​

Up to 5 % goes to project​

Support small, local businesses ​

Contributes to SDG's​

Safe and comfortable accommodation​

Reviews and Ratings

D.Brown
D.Brown
UK, August 2025
I was quite hesitant about the trip. I just retired and haven't been travelling, but the people are friendly and helpful, the scenery is amazing, the variety of working with people, and the animals were amazing. The staff at the two projects were so kind and considerate towards me
Ashworth family
Ashworth family
UK, July 2025
I wanted the kids to experience a different culture and participate in volunteering. The two-week experience in the community and wildlife sanctuary was so interesting, and the friendly people made our time even more special. I had incredible moments with each of my children as a family, creating wonderful memories
J. Griffith
J. Griffith
UK, March 2025
I spent one week at the healthcare project. I was very satisfied with everything about the trip. I enjoyed meeting people and discussing everyday life in our respective countries.
A&D Male
A&D Male
UK, October 2025
We booked a 3-night homestay in the wine region near Cape Town. We wanted to experience local culture, taste the food (and the wine), and learn about the history of the area. Themba Travel was friendly, efficient, reliable, considerate, flexible, and totally committed to supporting us to support the local economy. We had a brilliant itinerary, professional drivers, expert local guides, a beautiful guest house and an amazing time.
A.Chaffey
A.Chaffey
UK, January 2025
Cheetahs are beautiful animals and it was a pleasure to be so close to them. I'm really pleased I added on a few extra days in Cape Town which is an amazing place. The hike up Table Mountain and watching a rugby match in the stadium were an added bonus.
J&N Vala
J&N Vala
July, 2024
A dream come true and an adventure beyond our dreams. Spending our 42 wedding anniversary wildlife volunteering, was a fantastic memory made! The team on the ground has been amazing sharing their knowledge and their passion for conservation.
Couple, J&N Vala
Couple, J&N Vala
UK, June 2024
Wildlife conservation plus seeing and learning about animals from guides. A magical experience to savour for the rest of my life. Met very nice people and love the beauty of South Africa. A joy to visit it second time!
Caroline S
Caroline S
UK, January 2024
My experience in one word...’ Brilliant’ What I enjoyed most about my Volunteering holiday, was being part of a program to protect endangered cheetahs and ensure their health and well-being whilst at the centre. The accommodation, meals, transportation and practical assistance was all very good and I would highly recommend Themba Travel.
Mahi B
Mahi B
UK, January 2024
I enjoyed learning about the conservation project’s efforts, and day to day activities which further improve the wellbeing and lives of the cheetahs. I also enjoyed having hands on experience helping, by assisting when the vet was on site, as well as with feeding and enrichment building for the animals.
Bhatt Family
Bhatt Family
UK, August 2022
We were so well taken care of by all the members of the Themba Travel team. I particularly liked our guide Nick, who was knowledgeable and made the game drives very interesting. We saw 3 out of the big five and many other beautiful and fascinating animals. Still, I also appreciated and loved learning about the birds, tracking of animals, the medicinal value of plants in reserve
Mahi
Mahi
17yrs, GCSE student, UK, August 2022
I enjoyed communicating with a wide range of people working in the wildlife sector, ranging from students to qualified wildlife vets and monitors.
M.Moses
M.Moses
SA, April 2023
‘Magical..One word which encompasses everything. From our itinerary to our tour guides and everything in between. Thank you Themba Travel for your professional service and creating a magical experience. I would most certainly recommend you to our friends and family.

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