Join Together Women Rise CEO Beverley Francis-Gibson for a special, exclusive journey to Kenya in June 2027. This is a unique opportunity to learn about and experience firsthand the broad scope of Together Women Rise's impact on gender equality in the Global South -- through immersive site visits, personal interactions with Rise's leadership, and group discussions. You will visit four organizations that Rise has supported: Kakenya's Dream, CureCervical Cancer, The Pangea Network, and KGSA Foundation. Between visits, you will experience Kenya's rich culture, history, and natural beauty, with time for individual and group reflections on what you have seen and learned along the journey.

Interested but want to learn more. Beverley would love to connect and tell you more about what you can expect on this trip. Email beverley@togetherwomenrise.org.

• KGSA Foundation - The KGSA Foundation is a nonprofit that supports the Kibera Girls Soccer Academy in Kenya by funding and providing a free, holistic secondary education—including housing, healthcare, nutrition, and leadership development—for girls from underserved communities. Their goal is to empower girls to break the cycle of poverty and become independent leaders who can improve their families and communities.

• CureCervicalCancer - CureCervicalCancer is a nonprofit organization that works to prevent cervical cancer in low-resource countries by providing screening, early treatment, and mobile or permanent clinics. It also trains local healthcare workers and equips communities with sustainable tools and technology to detect and treat the disease early 

• The Pangea Network - The Pangea Network is an international nonprofit that empowers women and youth—primarily in Kenya and the United States—through education, leadership development, and business skills training. It provides resources and an ongoing support network to help participants build economic independence and create positive change in their communities.

• Kakenya’s Dream - Kakenya’s Dream empowers girls in rural Kenya by providing education, healthcare, leadership training, and life skills to help them reach their full potential. It also works with communities to end practices like child marriage and female genital mutilation while creating long-term opportunities for girls to become leaders and agents of change.

• Visit Together Women Rise grantee partners including the KGSA Foundation, CureCervicalCancer, The Pangea Network, and Kakenya’s Dream  to witness their impactful work empowering women and girls across Kenya—through education, leadership development, healthcare access, and community-driven change.

• Explore the vibrant capital of Nairobi with visits to iconic sites such as the Giraffe Centre, the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage, and the Karen Blixen Museum, while also enjoying local markets and cuisine.

• Travel to Kisumu on the shores of Lake Victoria, where you’ll experience a scenic boat ride and guided cultural walk at Dunga Beach, offering insight into daily life and the region’s natural beauty.

• Journey onward to rural Kenya for a deeper cultural exchange, engaging with local communities and gaining perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing girls and families—creating a meaningful balance of learning, connection, and exploration.

Welcome to Nairobi—a vibrant, cosmopolitan gateway to East Africa. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted and supported through a meet and greet service at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.  Once through immigration you will be transferred to your hotel to settle in after your international journey. 

In the evening, gather for a relaxed welcome dinner at the hotel, where you’ll meet fellow travelers and be introduced to the meaningful experiences ahead.

After breakfast, set out to explore Nairobi’s unique blend of urban energy and wildlife encounters. Begin at the Giraffe Centre, where you’ll come face-to-face with endangered Rothschild giraffes and even have the chance to feed them from an elevated platform.

Continue to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage to witness rescued baby elephants during their daily mud bath—an unforgettable and heartwarming experience. Midday, browse artisan crafts at Utamaduni and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Today offers a powerful and eye-opening experience in Kibera, one of Africa’s largest informal settlements. Spend the day with the KGSA Foundation, where education, mentorship, and sport are transforming the lives of young women.

You’ll engage directly with students and staff, gaining a deeper understanding of both the challenges and resilience within the community. Facilities are modest, and visitors should be prepared for basic conditions. 

In the late afternoon or evening, come together for a guided debrief to reflect on the day’s experiences.  Dinner will be at the hotel.

This morning, take a short early morning flight west to Kisumu, a laid-back city on the shores of Lake Victoria. After settling in, begin your introduction to the region with a visit to CureCervicalCancer.

Learn how this innovative organization is expanding access to life-saving cervical cancer screening and treatment in underserved communities—an inspiring look at grassroots healthcare in action.

In the late afternoon, return to the hotel and have some time to unwind before this evening's group dinner.

Spend the day with The Pangea Network, engaging with programs that equip women and youth with leadership, business, and life skills. Through conversations and activities, you’ll see firsthand how education and mentorship create pathways to economic independence.

This day offers meaningful connections and cultural exchange, providing a deeper appreciation of community-driven change.

After a long, meaningful day, come together for a relaxing dinner at your hotel.

Enjoy a slower morning to reflect on your experiences before heading to Dunga Beach. Here, take a scenic boat ride across Lake Victoria, watching local fishermen at work and birdlife along the shoreline. A guided walking tour along the nature boardwalk offers insight into the region’s ecology and daily life.

After lunch, join a dynamic group debrief to reflect on your visits in Kisumu. Share insights, exchange perspectives, and explore how these experiences are shaping your personal philanthropic journey and inspiring new ways of thinking.

The group will then journey by road through Kenya’s changing landscapes toward Kilgoris, a rural town near Maasai communities. Arrive in the evening for dinner and rest.

After breakfast, you will travel a little over an hour to visit Kakenya’s Dream, where girls are empowered through education, health services, and leadership training. Spend time at the school and health center, meeting students and educators and learning how this organization is helping end harmful practices like female genital mutilation / cutting while opening doors to opportunity.

After lunch, return to the hotel for a structured debrief, allowing time to process the week’s experiences and share reflections. 

Celebrate your journey together with a final group dinner.

After breakfast, transfer to Migori Airstrip for your charter flight back to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Upon arrival, you may connect directly to your international flight or relax with a day room at the nearby Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport.  Please make sure you share your preference with Elevate Destinations when you register.  The Sheraton provides free airport shuttle service for all guests to and from the hotel. 

As your journey concludes, depart with a deeper understanding of Kenya’s communities, cultures, and the inspiring organizations creating lasting change.

Dayroom until 6 pm: Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport

For those who wish to extend their travels onward to a safari destination, we suggest the Karen Blixen Camp about 2 hours from Dallas Premiere Hotel.  

Double occupancy: $7,580

• 40% Deposit (due upon booking):  $3,035

  • $2,000 is non-refundable

  • $1,035 is refundable until February 12, 2027

Single occupancy: $8,325 ($7,580 + $745 for single supplement)

• 40% Deposit (due upon booking): $3,300

  • $2,000 is non-refundable

  • $1,300 is refundable until February 12, 2027

Booking & Final Payment Deadline: Friday, February 12, 2027

What’s Included: 

• Shared accommodations

• Day room at the Four Points by Sheraton - Nairobi Airport

• Ground transport and arrival airport transfer

• Arrival Meet & Greet Service  

• All meals, with two non-alcoholic drinks

• All activities mentioned

• Two domestic flights

• Private English-speaking guide & tour manager

• Gratuity for drivers, guide, restaurant staff

• Evacuation insurance 

What’s not Included: 

• Kenyan Visa

• International flights

• Departure Airport Transfer

• Travel & medical insurance

• Alcohol

• Personal expenses (shopping, phone calls, laundry, etc.)

• Gratuity for airport transfer drivers & housekeeping

• Lunch on arrival and departure days (June 1 & 8)

• Dinner on departure day (June 8)

• Bank or credit card processing fees

Refund Policy: All trip payments are non-refundable.

The main program begins on Tuesday, June 1, 2027, and ends on Tuesday, June 8, 2027, in Nairobi, Kenya. Arrival and departure flights are booked by travelers independently. Here are our recommended arrival and departure times:

• Tuesday, June 1, 2027: Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) by 3 PM. The trip will kick off with a Welcome Dinner at the hotel this evening, likely around 6 PM.

• Tuesday, June 8, 2027: Depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) after 4 PM. Day rooms are available at the Sheraton until 6 PM. If you have a late evening flight and would like a day room, please email Fiona at fiona@elevatedestinations.com .

Flight Booking Assistance: 

If you would like assistance booking your flights, please complete this form and a flight booking specialist from our partners at AirSupply will contact you directly to assist with your booking. Under the line “Traveler / Group Name,” write “Your Name / Elevate Destinations.” Note that there is a $35 service fee per booking.

Experience comfort at Dallas Premiere Hotel, located in the heart of Kisii, where local attractions are just a step away. Enjoy spacious rooms and on-site dining featuring a mix of local and international dishes. The hotel also offers modern event facilities and a rooftop terrace with stunning views, ensuring a memorable stay.

If you need a comfortable space to relax and refresh before your flight home, this Nairobi airport hotel offers a convenient day-use experience near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Day rooms provide modern comforts including spacious layouts, signature beds, rain showers, high-speed Wi-Fi, and 42" LED TVs. You can also enjoy access to amenities like the rooftop heated pool, fitness center, and on-site dining options, making it easy to recharge before continuing your  journey. This hotel provides free shuttles to JKIA.

We are offering a 3-night, 4-day extension from June 8–11 at Karen Blixen Camp, a short 2 hour drive from the end of your Together Women Rise Trip.

• Click here for more details

• Required deposit: $1,700 USD (non-refundable)

This camp feels like stepping into a classic yet luxurious safari, with spacious canvas tents overlooking the Mara River, where hippos and elephants gather daily.

Each day would revolve around guided game drives in the private Mara North Conservancy, offering possible sightings of big cats, giraffes, zebras, and highly personalized experiences.

Between drives, you would relax at camp, enjoying gourmet meals, a pool, spa treatments, or simply watching wildlife from your private verandah or the riverside lounge.

Evenings would bring cocktails and if requested, possible bush dinners, and night game drives. Close each night with storytelling around the campfire under the stars, capturing the nostalgic “Out of Africa” safari atmosphere.

On June 11, you would transfer to the nearby airstrip and fly back to Nairobi via Safarilink, typically a short, scenic flight of about an hour, ending your extension seamlessly at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.  

Onward flights should be scheduled no earlier than 4 PM.  Day rooms can be arranged at the Four Points Sheraton per individual request.

UPLOADING TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: After completing a booking form and paying your trip deposit, you will receive an email with your WeTravel account information. Please click on the blue "manage your booking" button at the bottom of the email. Then navigate to "complete your info" which is where you can upload the following documents.

Click here for a helpful tutorial on how to upload documents in your WeTravel account.

Passport & Visa:

• Check that your passport is current and valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip departure date, December 1, 2027. If your passport expires before December 1, 2027, you will need to renew your passport. We recommend using A1 Passport & Visa Services. You can email them at info@a1passportvisa.com.

• Check that your passport has at least 2 blank pages for the entry and exit stamps, or more. The last two amendment pages are unacceptable for visas and immigration stamps.

•  Visa: Citizens from the United States are required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before traveling to Kenya. You can review Kenya’s entry rules based on your passport on the official government website here.

Detailed application instructions will be emailed to you in April 2027.

Physician’s Form:

A physician’s approval is required to participate in this trip. Please download the physician’s form here and upload it upon completion.

Flights:

Upload your round-trip flight itinerary to your WeTravel account.

Insurance:

Elevate Destinations will purchase emergency evacuation coverage for you through Flying Doctors. This policy covers you from June 1 - June 8, 2027. Click here for a description of what this policy covers.

This coverage does not include trip cancelation or interruption benefits and also does not cover pre- or post-trip days of travel booked outside of Elevate Destinations. We strongly suggest you purchase additional coverage to cover your non-refundable expenses in the event you need to cancel your trip or have additional expenses incurred on the trip.

Elevate strongly recommends purchasing additional travel and medical insurance and Cancel for Any Reason Coverage (CFAR) to cover trip related expenses. Please note that some CFAR insurance options are time-sensitive. Please be ready to purchase an insurance policy within 14 days of making your first trip payment. 

Medical insurance that covers you in Uganda is recommended for this trip. If you would like to purchase additional medical insurance in the country of travel, below are two insurance brokers that Elevate Destinations recommends.

1. USI Travel Insurance Services
   Email: info@travelinsure.com
   Phone Number: (800) 937-1387

2. Travel Insurance Center (Dan Drennen)
   Email:  dan@travelinsurancecenter.com
   Phone Number: (402) 343-3621 

Elevate Destinations is not equipped to answer specific questions on insurance. Please contact the insurance broker or company for specific information.

Important note: a Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is required to enter Kenya only if you are arriving from a country where yellow fever is endemic.

Prior to travel, Elevate Destinations strongly recommends that you look into other recommended immunizations for your time in Kenya. Given that we are not a licensed healthcare provider, we cannot advise travelers on which immunizations they may need. We recommend that all travelers do the following:

• Travel Doctor: Consult with a travel clinic or your primary care physician regarding immunizations or other precautions you may need to take in order to participate in this journey. You will need to do this well in advance of your trip as some vaccinations require time to take effect, and you may need to allow time between a series of shots.

• Resources for Health Guidance: Please consult  with a travel clinic or your personal physician read through the following resources for information on immunizations and other health preparations and individual requirements to travel to Uganda.

  • CDC Website - US Based

  • Travel Pro - UK Based

  • Sherpa / Runway Health

• Medical Insurance: Elevate Destinations covers evacuation insurance for this trip. All travelers are recommended to also have health insurance that will cover them while abroad. Check that your health insurance covers you in Kenya. 

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)

We recommend that all travelers from the U.S. sign up for the U.S. State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). This is a free service provided by the U.S. Government to U.S. citizens who are traveling to, or living in, a foreign country. STEP allows you to enter information about your upcoming trip abroad so that the Department of State can better assist you in case of an emergency. Enrolling in this program has enormous benefits in case of an emergency while abroad:

You will receive information from the Embassy about safety conditions in your destination.

• Enrolling lets the U.S. Embassy in that country know that you are there and helps them contact you in an emergency, whether natural disaster, civil unrest, or family-related.

Coming Soon: A downloadable Kenya country guide.

Coming Soon: A downloadable packing list for travel to Kenya in June.

Elevate Destinations

Elevate Destinations specializes in planning group travel for philanthropic organizations. As international event planners, our team is equipped to handle all of your on-the-ground arrangements, from airport transfers to extra nights in-country to a post-trip excursion.

We welcome any questions you have about how to prepare for your trip, in-country arrangements, and cultural information. For questions about your international flights, including how to purchase tickets, cancellations or delays, lost items, or layover arrangements, please contact your airline or booking agency. For questions about travel insurance, please contact your insurance company.

Feel free to get in touch via phone or email:

Fiona Mokry: fiona@elevatedestinations.com or +1.508.618.1354