Yes. You can either apply for this through the Kenyan consulate in your country or purchase this at customs in Nairobi airport. Fee in the airport is US$50.00 – cash only (please check if fee may have changed!). The airport is a good time to get some Kenyan Shillings out from the ATM at the airport or convert what money you have. We advise you not to carry around large amounts of cash. Try and only take out what you need to cover the transport back to Nakuru and Accommodation (and for a drink and snack). You can withdraw more once you are in Nakuru, which is a city within 15 minutes drive from Nyota Home.

Major credit cards can be use in larger cities including Nakuru. Kenyan Shillings (ksh) can be redrawn at ATMs with Visa and other major credit cards if you have this option. Exchange offices are located at the Nairobi airport.

Nyota/Mission in Action can arrange to have you picked up for a fee. Usually this is by pre-arranged taxi service. Please check with us for recent prices. This is the recommended option for transportation. Grab a taxi from the airport to the “Matatu Stage” (Taxi Pickup) and ask the driver to put you on a Matatu bound for Nakuru! He will arrange the fee for you with the driver and tell him where you will need to go. These taxis are always FULL and often “slightly” smelly... (its all about the experience!). This is not recommended as Matatu’s are quite dangerous and prone to accidents, but this is certainly the cheapest way to go.

The home is set up with separate rooms for volunteers. These rooms can be locked and you will be able to leave all of your belongings there safely. There are comfortable foam mattresses with clean bedding. We have flush toilets and running water that we ask you preserve best possible. Showering is available and, again, once a week is okay if we can save water for the crops in the field. At time of writing, hot water had not been installed in the showers but this is being arranged. Three meals are cooked every day and you get to enjoy these in the company of the children in our communal eating hall. Most meals are vegetarian and outstanding. The home has its own security guards and is situated on a gated area.

While the water is drawn from a deep well, most visitors drink bottled water, which may be purchased in Nakuru. Drinking boiled water in tea is fine. Do not eat any fruit without peeling it and never eat fresh salads in Nakuru or outside the home.

Nyota is situated approximately 200km north-west of Nairobi and about 15 minutes from Nakuru, the third largest city in Kenya.

The home is protected by two security guards, is fenced and gated and also has bars on all windows. It is well protected and there have been no incidents, but like anyplace in the world we cannot 100% guarantee the safety of visitors. There is extreme poverty in Kenya and for this reason visitors are advised to take care of their personal belongings, do not travel with expensive jewelry, and wear clothing that does not attract attention. If people want to go to Nakuru there is usually a staff person at the home that can accompany you if you desire.

Ivan Budulica	0723939755
Mary Budulica	0720896100
Martha Mongina	0723375626

                          
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Yes, US$250 per week per person for room and board. This provides a small contribution to the home and the children – we ask that you provide an additional donation as your situation allows. The future of these children and Nyota rests with the generosity of people like you.

We require you to pay 1 weeks rent as a deposit for your stay. This will, of course come off your total rent while staying with us. You can deposit this as donation thorough the Nyota website

No. Calling cards are remarkably easy to find in Kenya. Safari Mobile is the local mobil company and their cards are sold in supermarkets, gas stations, airport etc. Bring your mobil and purchase a card. This is the cheapest way to stay connected via phone. Roaming charges are very expensive should you choose to use your current mobil number.

Not at this time, but there are Internet cafes in Nakuru.

Yes and you are strongly advised to visit a travel doctor to obtain all required shots. Malaria pills are required – generally they are taken a day before you travel, during your stay and a week after you return home. The doctor will provide all the details.

Please enter your information in the below application form and submit. Your application will be reviewed by your Nyota volunteer coordinator who will also be getting back to you ask soon as we have checked with Nyota if timing, number of people etc. works with the children’s school schedule etc.