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25h
- Hours per week
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Child Care
- Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.
- Social Work
- Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
- Teaching Sports
- Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
- Teaching Languages
- Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
- Additional Fee
- This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.
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Amount
- US$ 5
Per day
Fee pays for
- Benefits for travelers
Description
5 US $ for food expenses, bottled water and laundry
What you get
2
- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- Private Room
- You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
- Shared Dorm
- You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
- Breakfast
- You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
- Lunch
- You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
- Dinner
- You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
- Basic Internet Access
- Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
- Free Laundry
- You can use our laundry room freely.
- Dance classes
- Take free dance classes at our place.
- Language lessons
- Take free language classes at our place.
- Certificate
- Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
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- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
Aug
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- Stay at least
- 2 weeks
The Experience
Activities for the volunteers 1. Teaching and playing with the children 2. Cooking and serving food to the children 3. Doing an art project with the children 4. Working in the project organic farm 5. Tree planting in the community and the school I have handled the volunteers from different countries with good experience.
Learn moreRequirements
- Beginner English
- Between 18 and 65 years old
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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9 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Non Profit School
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 7 Meeting locals
- 6 Immersing in the local culture
- 6 Creating true social impact
- 5 Developing social awareness
- 4 Meeting international travelers
- 2 Practicing English
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 4 4. Quality education
- 3 1. No poverty
- 3 2. Zero hunger
- 3 10. Reduced inequalities
Dessy
Bulgaria
I loved volunteering at the school! This is a place where you can really leave an impact and help the whole the school. You can pretty much choose your activities. The kids are lovely and most of the experience is all about the school and the project. Mbita is a small town and there aren't many things to do besides the volunteering. If you're looking for a reliable place, a needy the school and a remote location - this is definitely the place.
11 months ago
Cristian
Argentina
My experience at Mbita with the school Academy was transformative. Seeing children with so many needs who enjoy small things like sharing their school break with us or playing soccer with so much joy is something that I will never forget. Jacob and his family were excellent hosts, always taking care of us. We were able to tour the different neighborhoods of the city and even be in contact with several local families. Without a doubt it was a super enriching experience. Thank you and we will see you again soon :)
about 1 year ago
Noa Simea
Switzerland
The children in the school are amazing! They love the volunteers and include you in their daily lives. The experience was great but it seemed a little unorganized, probably because I was there during summer break and the kids were called back to school on short notice. I imagine that there is a little more going on during the rest of the year. Good experience overall!
9 months ago
Lina
Colombia
Pros: This is a good project if you want to work with children while enjoying some quiet, peaceful time in a safe, small rural the school. You'll live and share experiences with local families. I feel well taken care of and compared to other projects, the fee is fair for what you receive. Keep in mind: Meals can be basic, so consider buying additional supplies. The drive from Kisumu/Nairobi is long, so plan your time and budget accordingly. Be prepared for rural bathroom and shower conditions. Tips: Get a data bundle, take malaria pills and bring a power bank and flashlight for blackouts.
10 months ago
anna cornelia
Norway
Contact: whatsapp +4790117663 Wow! Nissi was such a fulfilling and beautiful experience. The kids and the teacher at the school are so so kind and loving. I really got myself 190 new best friends during my stay❤️ You can really see and feel the difference you are making during the time you spend there. It was wonderful to stay at Lavender and Jacobs house. From day1 you already felt a part of this lovely family, and they makes you feel taken care of. I learned ALOT about the Kenyan culture.I will be back❤️ Cons: No Wifi in the house, and sadly I have to say that the meals could improve a bit
11 months ago
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