Friday - 6th October - Ed

Day of arrival!

Volleys arrive in Mombasa!! Once we had all got our SIM cards sorted at the airport we started to make our way to Bahari Hai - this is the expedition base. The Kenyan roads and surroundings were very new, and a different experience for all of the Volunteers - it was a hot and bumpy ride, but Patrick drove us swiftly home. On arrival, the volunteers were welcomed with fresh coconuts whilst Tilda gave a quick introduction on what the volunteers would be doing throughout the trip and then Dolphin pointed everyone to their rooms. The weary travelers were given some time to rest before going for a beach swim and a wander down the picturesque beach just outside Bahari Hai. After Godfrey’s top-notch supper, we all played some card games and got to know each other better. Finally it was time for bed. 

Oceans Alive says: 

Weekends are free for you to do your own thing. However, the first weekend we like to focus on relaxing and getting over the flight and getting to know the rest of the team. Orientation is important and it takes a little bit of time to get to know how things work in Kenya. Safety is obviously a primary concern and while Kenya, and especially our area Kuruwitu, is quite safe, it is important to stay with the group for the first few days.