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KENYA
"Let's All Pull Together"

Kenya is a vibrant East African country known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse wildlife, and stunning landscapes, from the savannas of the Maasai Mara to the white-sand beaches of the Indian Ocean. 

 

With Harambee "Let’s all pull together" as its national motto, Kenya embraces a strong sense of unity, resilience, and collective progress.

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Kenya Global Engagement Trip

Trip Dates: January 2-12, 2026

Trip Cost: $2,750

Travelers: 12-20

SOLD OUT

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What's Included:

All in-country transportation (including trains), meals, lodging (double occupancy), travel/medical insurance, cultural attractions, service projects and trip shirts.

 

What’s Not Included?

International flight, visa/passport fees, personal items, souvenirs, snacks, optional excursions, and meals during free time.​​​​  

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When in the Neighborhood - Optional Excursion

Cape Town, South Africa, January 12-16

Additional Trip Cost: $1,750

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Destinations & Excursions

Exploring Kenya - the quintessential African experience.

With its warm hospitality, diverse traditions, and world-class safaris, Kenya provides an authentic and life-changing journey that connects visitors to nature, history, and the heart of Africa.

Tentative Trip Schedule

Friday, January 2

Depart for Narobi, Kenya
 

Saturday, January 3

Travel Day
 

Sunday, January 4               
Narobi City Tour

 

Monday, January 5
Project at YMCA Kibera Primary School

 

Tuesday, January 6
Project at YMCA National Training Institute

 

Wednesday, January 7

Train to Tsavo/Visit Baraka Academy

 

Thursday, January 8
Safari

 

Friday, January 9
Visit Mt. Kilimanjaro/Mombasa

 

Saturday, January 10
Project at YMCA Mombasa

 

Sunday, January 11
Mombasa City Tour

 

Monday, January 12
Return to Narobi/Depart for the USA

 

Cheryl McCarver

Kenya Trip Leader

Hola! I’m Cheryl McCarver, and I’m excited to lead the YMCA Kenya trip this year. With decades of experience in YMCA trip leadership, I’ve had the privilege of guiding many transformative journeys.

 

We pack a lot into this experience, and it’s a meaningful journey that offers deep cultural insights and lasting memories.

 

If you have any questions, feel free to email me. Thank you!

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