Travel with purpose
Supporting Local Communities and Businesses in Kenya
A Sustainable Experience That Makes a Real Difference
Introduction
Travel isn’t just about seeing new places — it’s about transforming them for the better. In this presentation, you’ll discover how your visit to Kenya can make a lasting impact by uplifting local communities, supporting small businesses, and protecting Kenya’s cultural and natural heritage — all while having a deeply enriching travel experience.
Why Kenya?
Kenya is more than just a bucket-list safari destination. It’s a vibrant land full of opportunity for meaningful, ethical travel.
- Rich in wildlife, landscapes, and biodiversity
- Home to diverse, deeply rooted cultures
- Abundant small businesses eager to share their
stories - A tourism sector ready for sustainable growth
Working Itinerary Kenya 6 to 14 January 2025
Day 1 – January 5
Location: Travel Day
Travel Mode/Time: Plane — 25 hours
Events/Experiences: International travel to Kenya
Accommodations: —
Day 2 – January 6
Location: Malindi, Kenya
Travel Mode/Time: Bus from Malindi Airport to Gede — approx. 30 minutes
Events/Experiences:
- Arrival in Malindi at 4:55 PM
- Check-in at Bambakofi School
- Dinner at the school
Accommodations: ATKYE
Day 3 – January 7
Location: Gede / Watamu / Dabaso
Travel Mode/Time: 2 minivans at disposal — 15 to 40 minutes roundtrip depending on stops
Events/Experiences:
- Easy-going day with breakfast at the school
- Explore Watamu area
- Visit Marine Park (Blue Bay or Garoda Beach)
- Optional visit to Dabaso Crab Shack (donation: $10 per person; dinner: $30–$40 per person, pre-booking required)
Accommodations: ATKYE
Day 4 – January 8
Location: Gede
Travel Mode/Time: 10-minute drive to Gede Ruins
Events/Experiences:
- Day at Bambakofi Academy
- Sunset visit to Gede Ruins (consider making a donation for the school)
- All meals provided at the school
Accommodations: ATKYE
Day 5 – January 9
Location: Malindi / Camp Geden
Travel Mode/Time:
- Gede to Malindi — 30 to 40 minutes
- Malindi to Camp Geden — approx. 40 minutes
Events/Experiences:
- Optional historical tour in Malindi with a preservationist (approx. $600–$700, to be confirmed locally)
- Lunch at a local spot
- Visit to Stella Customized Fashion — supporting women in fashion training (donation encouraged)
- Optional visit to Malindi Falconry
Accommodations: Camp Geden
Day 6 – January 10
Location: Malindi / Robinson Island
Travel Mode/Time:
- 40 minutes to Robinson Island
- 1.5 hours back to Watamu
Events/Experiences:
- Visit to Hippo Sanctuary and Mangroves
- Lunch and preservation education with Mamma Goody on Robinson Island
Accommodations: Rafiki Village
Day 7 – January 11
Location: Watamu
Travel Mode/Time: 10-minute drive from Rafiki Village to boat
Events/Experiences:
- Full-day Safari Blue boat excursion
- Marine Park & Mida Creek experience
Accommodations: Rafiki Village
Days 8–9 – January 12–13
Location: Watamu / Tsavo East National Park
Travel Mode/Time:
- Watamu to Jakaranda — 40 minutes to 1 hour
- Ocean Sports — 15 minutes
- 3 minivans for safari transport
- Events/Experiences:
January 12:
- Relaxing beach day at Fortamu or Jakaranda Beach Resort / Ocean Sports Resort
- (Lunch not included; to be booked and paid locally)
January 13:
- Safari day in Tsavo East
- Pickup at 5:00 AM, drop-off around 6:30–7:00 PM
Accommodations: Ngutuni Lodge
Day 10 – January 14
Location: Voi (Ngutuni Lodge) to Nairobi
Travel Mode/Time: 2 minivans — 6 to 7-hour drive
Events/Experiences:
- Travel to Nairobi Airport
- Departure flight at 11:35 PM
Accommodations: —
What we do
We curate meaningful travel experiences in Kenya that create real impact for both travelers and local communities. At Travel With Purpose, we go beyond typical tourism. We design authentic journeys that connect you with Kenya’s people, culture, nature, and grassroots changemakers.
Through our trips, we:
Organize immersive itineraries that combine wildlife, culture, and community experiences
Partner with local families, guides, and artisans to ensure income stays within communities
Offer hands-on experiences like cooking, beadwork, conservation walks, or visits to social enterprises
Support impactful grassroots projects, schools, and cooperatives through every trip
Promote responsible tourism that respects traditions, protects nature, and uplifts lives
Challenges Faced by Local Communities
While Kenya is beautiful, many communities face real obstacles:
- Limited access to global visibility and tourism markets
- Economic struggles, especially in rural areas
- Environmental degradation caused by mass tourism
- A strong need for education, skills training, and sustainable infrastructure
What Is Purposeful Travel?
Purposeful travel is about giving back while exploring. It’s about making every journey count — for you and the people you meet.
It means:
✔ Staying at locally owned lodges and homestays
✔ Buying from artisan cooperatives and women’s groups
✔ Engaging in cultural exchanges with respect
✔ Supporting community tourism projects and conservation efforts
How You Can Make a Difference
As a traveler, you hold incredible power. Use it wisely.
- Stay in eco-lodges or homestays run by locals
- Eat at community-run restaurants
- Join tours led by local guides — their stories
are the real treasures - Volunteer responsibly with long-term impact
projects - Learn about and honor local traditions and
cultures
Success Stories That Inspire
Bambakofi Academy – Gede
For nearly 20 years, this local school has given children access to education they otherwise wouldn’t have — thanks to support from ethical tourism and community partners.
Camp Gede – Sabaki River
An eco-camp that’s not only a peaceful stay — it’s also home to a community-driven hippo sanctuary protecting wildlife and the river ecosystem.
Stella Customized Fashion House – Malindi
Founded by a Kenyan designer, Stella’s fashion house offers free
sewing and tailoring training to local women — empowering them
with lifelong skills and confidence.
+50 Woman
have received free tailoring
and sewing training at Stella’s
Fashion House — helping
them build skills, confidence,
and income.
+3000 students
have gained access to free
primary education through
ongoing support of Bambakofi
Academy in Gede.
Some snaps from our tours
GALLERY
Why It Matters to You, Too
Purposeful travel isn’t just about giving — it’s about receiving something more valuable than any souvenir.
- ✨ Authentic, off-the-beaten-path adventures
- ❤️ Real human connections
- 🧠 A deeper cultural understanding
- 🔄 A sense of contribution and personal transformation
- 📖 Stories you’ll be proud to tell
“Is my visit leaving this place better than I found it?”
Let this question guide you — and let your journey uplift others. Travel with Purpose.
Support local. Connect deeply. Leave a positive footprint.
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