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20h
- Hours per week
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Building & Repairing
- Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
- Farming
- Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
- Gardening
- Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
- Additional Fee
- This host charges a fee in addition to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan.
Additional fee required
This host charges an additional fee to the cost of the Worldpackers annual plan for the sustainability of the project and the quality of the experience for volunteers. Learn more.
Amount
- US$ 15
Per day
Fee pays for
- Benefits for travelers
- Materials for volunteer activities
- Donation to project
Description
To sustain the project
What you get
2
- Days off per week
- Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
- 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
- Dedicated Workspace
- Specific space for you to work remotely
- Language lessons
- Take free language classes at our place.
- Pick Up
- We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
- Certificate
- Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
- Support
- Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability
Sep
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- Stay at least
- 1 week
The Experience
Help us create green spaces in the middle of Nairobi! Work with kids to plant vegetables, recycle creatively, and build eco-projects that inspire a love for sustainability. What youβll do: Garden planting & care. Teach recycling/eco-friendly practices. Create small projects with kids (like turning bottles into planters). Skills: Basic gardening or just a willingness to get your hands dirty.
Learn moreRequirements
- Beginner English
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
- Be from outside Kenya
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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UN Sustainable Development Goals
Join the host in pursuit of these goals and contribute to building a better and more sustainable future for all.
52 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Social Project
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 43 Meeting locals
- 41 Creating true social impact
- 40 Immersing in the local culture
- 39 Meeting international travelers
- 33 Developing social awareness
- 20 Practicing English
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 43 4. Quality education
- 40 2. Zero hunger
- 35 1. No poverty
niklaz
Denmark
This experience was really special. You get as close as possible to living a local life in Nairobi and truly see different sides of life here. I spent 2 weeks here, and gained so much knowledge about life in the slums and in Nairobi. I had so many great experiences and made wonderful friendships. I can really recommend this if you are looking for an authentic experience of life in Kenya
3 days ago
Mackenzie
United Kingdom
My time volunteering with SYI was stimulating, memorable, and extremely enjoyable. Helping out at the organisation, the hospital, and the local schools is an authentic, eye opening experience which is challenging, albeit rewarding. I'm grateful to have met and shared my time with numerous fellow travellers from all over the world. Big thank you to Joshua (and rest of the team), he is really caring, understanding and works hard to ensure the best experience for the volunteers. I would highly recommend the project, it is a big family!!
6 days ago
Emilie
France
My experience as a volunteer with SYI organization was amazing ! The children are so sweet and affectionate, spending time with them was an absolute joy. The activities are really varied (English, art, music, sports, ITβ¦) and you can also bring your own ideas, the association is very flexible and supportive. I stayed in the volunteer's house which was clean and comfortable. Joan took such good care of us, preparing breakfast every morning and delicious African dish in the evening. I recommend this experience to anyone who wants to live something authentic and truly impactful.
11 days ago
Saghar
Germany
My stay at SYI in Kahawa West was truly eye-opening. Living and working in the heart of the slum allowed me to see life from a new perspective. The community and the kids are super kind and welcoming. The SYI team welcomed me with open arms and I felt supported and included from day one. I also had an amazing time with the other volunteers . We shared meaningful experiences, laughs and memories I'll carry with me for a long time. If you're open-minded, flexible and want to grow personally while making a small impact, I can truly recommend this experience. I wish I could have stayed longer!
16 days ago
Zuzana
Czech Republic
My experience in SYI was just incredible! The organization itself works very well, aiming to provide quality education and food supply to children in Kahawa West, Nairobi. They helped me with everything needed and were an amazing host for all of the volunteers! I would definetely recommend everyone to go volunteer with SYI, it was a pleasure!
18 days ago
joshua replied
Thank you so much, Zuzana, for your kind words and for the time you spent with us at SYI. We truly appreciate your support, energy, and commitment to the children and community in Soweto. It was a pleasure hosting you and seeing the positive impact you made. Weβre glad you felt at home and had a meaningful experience. You will always be part of the SYI family, and we wish you the very best in your future journeys!
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