Lamu: Old Town, Fort, and Museum Guided Tour

Highlights

• Take a walking tour led by a local guide through the heart of Kibera.
• Experience the warmth and joy of the children and teachers.
• Share a traditional Kenyan meal and learn about their daily lives .
• Visit a community-based project and gain insights you wouldn't get on your own .
• Assist with lessons, lead story time, play with the preschool children .

Description

You will be welcomed into a community-run school, a beacon of hope for vulnerable children. Under the guidance of local staff, you'll have the opportunity to volunteer in the classroom, assisting teachers, playing with the children, and participating in daily activities . The experience is led by a local guide, often a social entrepreneur, who provides invaluable context about life in Kibera, its challenges, and the incredible resilience of its people . A significant portion of your tour fee directly supports the school, funding meals, educational supplies, and the children's sponsorship . Tour Highlights. Hands-On Volunteering: Assist with lessons, lead story time, help with art projects, or simply play games and sports with the preschool children . Authentic Cultural Exchange: Experience the warmth and joy of the children and teachers. Share a traditional Kenyan meal and learn about their daily lives . Community-Focused Guided Walk: After your time at the school, take a walking tour led by a local guide through the heart of Kibera. See local markets, visit a community-based project, and gain insights you wouldn't get on your own . Direct Social Impact: Your participation has a tangible effect. Tour fees help fund the school's operations, and some operators donate a significant percentage go directly back to the community . Support Local Enterprise: The tour include stops at social enterprises, such as art galleries run by local youth, bead-making shops, or women's groups, where you can see community ingenuity in action . ️ ITINERARY. You will be picked up at your hotel or accommodation facility within Nairobi city or Meet at Designated Point. Meet your guide and group at a pre-arranged, safe location, for a short orientation and briefing . Arrival at Preschool Walk to the partner school or a similar daycare. Receive a warm welcome from the teachers and children and learn about the school's mission . Volunteer Session: Engage directly with the children. Activities may include helping in the classroom, playing games, doing arts and crafts, or assisting with the feeding program . Guided Walk & Community Visit: Say goodbye to the children and embark on a guided walk through Kibera. Visit key sites such as Toi Market, a local home, a recycling workshop, or a women's empowerment group . Traditional Meal (Optional) The tour include sharing a traditional Kenyan meal (like ugali and Sukuma wiki) with the community, providing a deeper cultural connection . Tour Conclusion: The tour typically concludes back at the meeting point or your accommodation, providing time for reflection on the impactful experience .

Includes

Hotel Pick-up and drop-off services at designated locations within the vicinity. Services of a local guide (often born and raised in Kibera) Visit and volunteer time at a Kibera preschool or daycare center. Guided walking tour of Kibera's key highlights (markets, workshops, viewpoints) Direct contribution to the school or community projects from your tour fee. A traditional Kenyan meal and a visit to a slum family home. Admission to Kibera slum.

Excludes

Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional snacks/drinks) Gratuities/Tips for guides and staff. Lunch or drinks. Travel insurance.

Important Information

• All visitors must pass through airport-style security. Be prepared for walking tours. Respect local customs and dress modestly. Tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund