Kenya Volunteer Programs | 14 Opportunities

Corporate Volunteer Expeditions — Field Research

Earthwatch Institute · Nairobi, Kenya

Earthwatch's corporate programs embed company teams in live scientific field research — from climate monitoring to biodiversity surveys. Teams of 4–12 work directly with scientists in the field. Program includes custom impact reports, pre-departure training, and post-trip presentations for internal CSR communications.

Teaching in Maasai Villages

International Volunteer HQ · Maasailand, Kenya

A rare cultural immersion — live and teach in a remote Maasai community in rural Kenya. Volunteers assist local teachers in schools, supporting English, maths, and science lessons while experiencing one of Africa's most iconic indigenous cultures. Based in Maasailand with weekly excursions to nearby wildlife areas. Fee includes basic homestay accommodation with a Maasai family, three meals a day, airport pickup in Nairobi, in-country orientation, and 24/7 emergency support.

Women's Education & Empowerment

International Volunteer HQ · Nairobi, Kenya

Support disadvantaged women in Nairobi — including survivors of domestic violence — through education, skills training, and social support programs. Volunteers teach literacy and English, run vocational workshops, and provide mentorship that helps women build financial independence and confidence. Fee includes homestay accommodation with a local family, three meals a day, airport pickup, in-country orientation, and 24/7 emergency support.

Childcare & Kindergarten Support

International Volunteer HQ · Nairobi, Kenya

Assist in Nairobi kindergartens and primary schools serving up to 100 children per class in low-income communities. Volunteers support teachers with activities, lessons, and educational play, making a direct impact on children's early development and school readiness. Fee includes homestay accommodation with a local family, three meals a day, airport pickup, in-country orientation, and 24/7 emergency support.

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Special Needs Care & Therapy Support

International Volunteer HQ · Nairobi, Kenya

Work alongside local carers and therapists supporting people with physical and cognitive disabilities in Nairobi. Volunteers assist with therapeutic activities, personal care, education, and social programs — providing vital support to individuals and their families in under-resourced facilities. Fee includes homestay accommodation with a local family, three meals a day, airport pickup, in-country orientation, and 24/7 emergency support.

Giraffe & Lion Conservation – Soysambu Conservancy

Projects Abroad · Nakuru, Kenya

Research critically endangered Rothschild giraffes and monitor lion populations at Soysambu Conservancy in Kenya's Great Rift Valley. Work spans wildlife surveys, camera-trap monitoring, invasive-species removal, and waterhole maintenance. Volunteers also visit local communities weekly for environmental education and eco-stove installations. Fee includes accommodation with a local host family or in a Projects Abroad staff house, three meals a day, airport pickup, in-country orientation and training, and 24/7 in-country staff support. See projects-abroad.org for the full inclusions breakdown.

Teaching in Nairobi Schools

IVHQ · Nairobi, Kenya

Assist local teachers in under-resourced schools in Nairobi's disadvantaged communities. Volunteers support English, maths, and science lessons for primary and secondary students, and help run after-school clubs. Fees include accommodation, meals, airport pickup, and 24/7 in-country support.

Teaching in Maasai Communities

IVHQ · Kajiado, Kenya

A unique cultural experience teaching English and basic subjects to children in rural Maasailand south of Nairobi. Volunteers live alongside Maasai community members, gaining insight into traditional pastoralist culture while supporting primary school education in remote villages. Fee includes basic homestay accommodation with a Maasai family, three meals a day, airport pickup in Nairobi, in-country orientation, and 24/7 emergency support.

Women's Education & Empowerment – Nairobi

IVHQ · Nairobi, Kenya

Support disadvantaged women in Nairobi by helping them develop English literacy, vocational skills, and business knowledge. Volunteers assist local NGOs running structured courses that give women the tools to establish income-generating activities and gain financial independence. Fee includes homestay accommodation with a local family, three meals a day, airport pickup, in-country orientation, and 24/7 emergency support.

Childcare & Kindergarten – Nairobi

IVHQ · Nairobi, Kenya

Assist in Nairobi kindergartens and primary schools supporting early childhood development through play-based learning, basic English, storytelling, and creative arts. Volunteers work closely with local teachers and caregivers Monday to Friday in disadvantaged communities. Fee includes homestay accommodation with a local family, three meals a day, airport pickup, in-country orientation, and 24/7 emergency support.

Sports Education – Kenya

IVHQ · Nairobi, Kenya

Use the universal language of sport to connect with Kenyan youth and build life skills. Volunteers coach football, basketball, and other sports in Nairobi schools, introducing games from their home countries and using sport as a platform for teamwork, confidence, and community building. Fee includes homestay accommodation with a local family, three meals a day, airport pickup, in-country orientation, and 24/7 emergency support.

Colobus Monkey Conservation – Diani Beach

African Impact · Diani Beach, Kenya

Monitor and protect the endangered Angolan Colobus monkey on Kenya's southern coast at Diani Beach. Volunteers conduct behavioural surveys, habitat mapping, and community outreach with local landowners to create primate-friendly gardens. Based at a coastal jungle camp. Fee includes shared accommodation in locally run guesthouses near the Colobus Conservation centre, three locally sourced meals a day, full fieldwork induction and training, and in-country project support.

Turtle & Marine Conservation – Watamu

African Impact · Watamu, Kenya

Join African Impact's marine conservation programme at Watamu Marine National Park on Kenya's coast. Support turtle nesting beach patrols, coral reef monitoring, and community fisheries outreach in partnership with Local Ocean Conservation, Kenya's leading sea turtle NGO operating since 1997. Fee includes shared volunteer accommodation near the beach and conservation centre, meals prepared at the volunteer house, Wi-Fi access, and support from an experienced conservation team throughout your placement.