Experience East Africa

“Meeting all the amazing and inspirational children, teachers and carers in the schools and orphanages was incredible. I feel as if Africa has changed me as a person, and the experience has impacted my life massively! The most heart-hitting moment was visiting Huruma Children’s Orphanage, hearing stories about how some of the children had been left on a rubbish tip, before being brought into the home to be looked after. I honestly can’t put into words how heart breaking it was to hear, but knowing that they are safe and healthy in a home with people who care and love them is the best feeling in the world.”
Rhiannon Jeffrey, Ferndale Community School 6th Form Trip

“Climbing Kilimanjaro is not for the faint hearted as I found out , But it was definitely worth the struggle because I don’t come across many other people in my day-to-day life that have climbed onto the roof top of Africa! It was on my bucket list and I’m pleased to say that I’ve chalked it off. I’m really grateful to Rhian and to Lawrie for running and organising such a great Trip!”
Ollie Turton, Personal Trainer & Fitness Specialist Dubai

“Having your children travel half way across world to a third world country is a concern for any parent, but knowing Darcy was in very capable hands of the Experience East Africa team completely put our minds at ease. The trip was organised with precision, with parents kept fully informed throughout: so much so, we almost felt part of the trip via the daily updates, including videos and lots of photos, Darcy has returned from her African adventure as a more self-assured, confident and motivated person, The whole experience including tears of sadness and joy and what she saw and experienced, has had a very positive impact on her life. Her stories indicate a level of life experience that she would never have been exposed to had she not signed up to go. The work you did and continue to do out there is fantastic! Thank you for everything!”
Lisa Warden-Roles, Mum to Darcy Orphanages & Mission Trip 2017

“Day 5 – SUMMIT!!! WE DID IT!!!! So proud of the grit and determination that everyone found deep within. The support and encouragement that everyone gave was incredible, especially Rhian, our awesome tour leader! So happy!!!!”
Amber Griffiths, Dubai

“I was a bit unsure about going to Tanzania from a safety point of view and so were my family & friends. But Lawrie and the team took care of everything! The flights were great, the accommodation was incredible and I’m so glad I stepped out of my comfort zone because it’s been one of the best experiences of my life!”
Lauren Smith, Wales, UK

“I didn’t get to see any big cats on my first safari experience so I told Lawrie that I HAD to see some this time around, and thankfully he didn’t let me down! I was in a jeep with Levis’s craziest safari guide and at one point we were literally 5 metres away from a huge male lion in Tarangire!”
Matthew Parsons, Tonypandy Community College, UK