Volunteers will arrive in Nairobi, Kenya (NBO), on Wednesday, June 16, after 6pm, or on Thursday, June 17, before 6am.
Open
Southern Adventist University Alumni Trip
The Southern Adventist University Alumni Mission Trip to Kimogoro Adventist School is a partnership with Maranatha Volunteers International, serving the fascinating country of Kenya.
Trip Information
Date
June 16, 2027 – June 29, 2027
Overview
The Southern Adventist University Alumni Mission Trip to Kimogoro Adventist School is a partnership with Maranatha Volunteers International, serving the fascinating country of Kenya.
There is a great need for churches and schools in this eastern African country, and local church leadership has requested Maranatha's assistance. SAU Alumni volunteers on this project will work at the Kimogoro Adventist School. This school was founded in 1996 with only 35 students and is now home to over 300 children. The growing campus needs help improving its infrastructure.
This group will help build a new building for the secondary school. Volunteers who join the team will also have the opportunity to conduct local community outreach, including a children's program.
This project will include a safari excursion to the world-famous Masai Mara National Park.
Leaders
Karen Godfrey
Project Coordinator
Itinerary
Arrival
Please wait for confirmation from Maranatha before purchasing your airfare to ensure there is still space on the project and to ensure you book the right flight.
Departure
Volunteers will depart from Nairobi, Kenya (NBO), on Sunday, June 29, after 6pm, or on Monday, June 30, before 6am.
Flight Details
Volunteers will purchase their own plane tickets to and from Nairobi, Kenya. The posted dates are the project’s arrival and departure dates. You may need to leave home a day or two before the advertised start date to arrive on time. Maranatha representatives will meet volunteers upon arrival in Kenya.
Travel Resources
Butler Travel is our recommended travel agent (click here)
Wednesday June 16
Arrival and overnight in Nairobi
Thursday June 17
Local tour and drive to Bomet
Friday June 18
Orientation and firt workday
Saturday June 19
Sabbath service at a local village
Sunday June 20
Workdays
Friday June 25
Half day construction and building dedication
Saturday June 26
Worship with a local congregation
Sunday June 27
Drive to Masai Mara
Monday June 28
Full day Safari
Tuesday June 29
Drive back to Nairobi and departures
Excursions
Masai Mara National Park
As part of the mission experience, volunteers will enjoy a memorable day excursion to Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Hosted by Maranatha Volunteers International, this optional adventure offers the opportunity to witness breathtaking landscapes and observe iconic animals such as lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and, if the season allows, the spectacular Great Migration. It is a chance to experience the beauty of God’s creation while enjoying fellowship and making lasting memories with fellow volunteers before returning to the mission project.
What's Included
The participation fee covers housing during the project, daily vegetarian meals, ground transportation to and from the airport and project site, short-term travel insurance, a Maranatha t-shirt, and luggage tags. International or domestic flights, passports, and vaccinations are not included. All prices will be listed in US dollars. The project participation fee ($1,220) is tax-deductible; the excursion fee ($650) is non-tax-deductible.
Country Info
CAPITAL
Nairobi
POPULATION
57,052,004 (2023)
LANGUAGE
Kiswahili, English, and indigenous languages
CLIMATE
Tropical along coast; arid in the interior
RELIGION
Christian 83%, Muslim 11%
CURRENCY
Kenyan Shilling
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
- Passports valid for at least 6 months from date of intended return.
- Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
Medical Requirements
- Tetanus (required by Maranatha)
- COVID-19 (recommended)
- Hepatitis A & B (recommended)
- Typhoid (recommended)
- Anti-malarial medication, other than Chloroquine (recommended)
- Yellow Fever (recommended)
- Meningococcal (recommended for travel between December and June)
- Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more details.