ESSENTIALS
What you pack is up to you and your particular
style of travel. However, do try to pack light and
remember your surrounds - a hairdryer isn’t going
to be of much use in a village that lacks electricity.
Also, we advise each of our volunteers to keep
waste to a minimum. Avoid leaving rubbish in the
village or house as you will notice there area lacks
effective waste management systems. For female
travellers, please be considerate when disposing of
hygiene products as this is a sensitive cultural and
environmental issue.
The essentials we suggest you pack include:
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A supply of any medication you normally need
for the duration of your stay in Kenya;
A treated mosquito net;
Insect repellent;
A good torch (a head torch is handy when
using the toilet at night);
A pair of sturdy walking shoes;
Personal toiletries and sanitary items;
Toilet paper;
Long sleeve shirts/pants to cover up after dark;
Mobile phone, charger and adaptor (UK); and
Sunscreen and hat.
TRAVEL INSURANCE AND VACCINATIONS
Please note that ALL volunteers must take out
adequate travel insurance prior to travel. You will
need to supply us with the details of your insurer
and policy prior to being accepted as a volunteer.
This requirement is for YOUR safety. Shikunga is a
remote community and while there is now a health
facility in the area, should you become unwell
or have an accident and require urgent medical
assistance you may need AMREF to fly you to
Nairobi. This is an extremely costly exercise if you
don’t have adequate insurance and medical bills in
a foreign country can quickly add up. Don’t assume
it won’t happen to you.
Please also note that we require proof that your
vaccinations are up to date for the protection of
both the local community and your own health
and wellbeing.
You can find out more about which vaccinations
and medications we suggest and which are
required in the Security + Health section of this
brochure.