Offered by:

“Agro-Ecology Tourism”

A Subsection of Seed Savers Network Kenya

Join the Global Fellowship Program “Farming Life Experience” and become part of a practical, value-driven learning journey that connects agriculture, culture, and community-led sustainability in Kenya.

Overview

The Global Fellowship Package is an immersive agritourism and learning program designed for international students, researchers, and professionals, as well as individuals interested in sustainable farming systems in East Africa.

Participants live and work alongside small-scale farmers, gaining direct exposure to everyday farming practices while contributing to community-based initiatives.

Location

The program is hosted in Nakuru County, Kenya, near Gilgil and Lake Elementaita, at and around the Seed Savers Network Agroecology Learning Centre and partner farming communities.

Accommodation & Meals

Participants stay at the Seed Savers demonstration centre or with a host farming family. 3 Meals daily.

Experiences

• Hands-on farming activities such as planting, weeding, harvesting, milking, cooking and animal care
• Indigenous seed practices, including seed selection, cleaning, drying, storage, and community seed banking
• Learning and exchange on agroecological and climate-resilient farming methods
• Participation in community engagement activities and knowledge-sharing with farmer groups

Programm Structure

• Availability: Year-round
• Minimum duration: 2 weeks (longer stays possible)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5–8 hours per day
• Weekends: Free time for rest or personal travel
• Language: English
• Age requirement: 18 years and above

Fees

Fee excludes:

• Flights
• Visas
• Insurance
• Vaccination
• Personal Expense

Fee includes:

• Booking Deposit
• Pre-Departure Support
• Airport Pickup
• Project Orientation
• Accommodation
• 3 Meals Daily

Next Steps

Get to know us better

• Main Website: https://seedsaverskenya.org
• Specific Website: Under construction
• Social Media Platforms (following soon): Facebook / You Tube / Linkedin / TikTok