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Join Kajiado and experience authentic Maasai culture while supporting community-based and environmentally responsible tourism. At Enarusa Campsite, volunteers contribute to projects that promote cultural preservation, education, and sustainable development. Discover local traditions, connect with the community, and enjoy the stunning landscapes near Ol Donyo Orok while making a positive impact. 🏕️✨🤝🇰🇪
25 hours of help per week
Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.
Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
2 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.
Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Beginner Swahili
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
We expect Worldpackers volunteers to arrive with a positive attitude, openness to learning, and respect for the Maasai culture and community life at Enarusa Campsite. Volunteers should be responsible, flexible, and ready to take part in daily tasks such as helping around the campsite, supporting guest experiences, assisting with light community activities, and contributing their skills where possible (for example photography, teaching, or creative work). Reliability, teamwork, and cultural sensitivity are very important to us.
In return, volunteers can expect a welcoming and supportive environment, a simple but meaningful cultural experience, and the opportunity to live closely with the Maasai community in Ol Donyo Orok. We offer accommodation, shared meals, and a balanced schedule that allows time for rest, exploration, and cultural exchange. We aim to create a safe, friendly atmosphere where volunteers feel included as part of the community while gaining a deeper understanding of sustainable living and Maasai traditions.
At Enarusa Campsite, volunteer work is organized into simple, flexible activities and short daily shifts so there is plenty of time to rest and explore the surrounding area of Ol Donyo Orok.
Main volunteer activities Include:
Welcoming and assisting guests at the campsite
Helping with cleaning and maintaining common areas
Supporting meal preparation and basic kitchen help
Assisting with cultural exchange activities with the Maasai community
Helping organize campfire evenings and visitor experiences
Photography, video, and social media content creation (if skilled)
Light gardening, tree planting, and environmental care
Supporting local children’s activities (basic English practice, play, or learning support)
Assisting with set-up for events or group visits
Volunteer shifts:
Morning shift (approx. 8:00 – 12:00)
Tasks such as cleaning, guest support, breakfast help, or community activities
Afternoon shift (approx. 14:00 – 17:00)
Activities like cultural exchange support, maintenance, gardening, or creative work
Occasional evening support (optional / rotational)
Helping with campfires, guest interaction, or cultural storytelling events
Volunteers usually do around 4–5 hours of help per day, with shifts arranged flexibly depending on the season, guest flow, and community activities.
At Enarusa Campsite, we keep a simple set of rules to ensure a respectful, safe, and enjoyable experience for everyone in the campsite and the surrounding Maasai community of Ol Donyo Orok.
Volunteer rules
* **Respect the culture and community**
Always be respectful toward Maasai traditions, customs, elders, and daily way of life.
* **Follow the agreed schedule**
Be punctual for your shifts and communicate in advance if you cannot attend.
* **Be responsible and reliable**
Complete assigned tasks with care and ask for help when needed.
* **No drugs or excessive alcohol**
This is a community-based cultural environment, so we maintain a clean and safe atmosphere.
* **Dress modestly and appropriately**
Especially when interacting with the community or in village areas.
* **Respect shared spaces**
Keep the campsite clean and help maintain a peaceful, organized environment.
* **Ask before taking photos of people**
Always respect privacy and cultural sensitivity.
* **Be open-minded and adaptable**
Rural life can be simple and different from urban or tourist settings.
* **Work as part of a team**
Cooperation and good communication are essential.
These guidelines help us maintain a positive environment where volunteers and the Maasai community can learn from each other and share meaningful experiences.
