Masai Mara Reserve & Nairobi
The Masai Mara Game Reserve, or The Mara as locals call it, lies in Narok County, Kenya, on the border with Serengeti National Park in Tanzania.
- 3 to 6 day window
- Safari-first planning
- Works well as a capstone
Incredible East Africa Safari Tours
Enchanting, exciting, and life-changing, our East Africa adventures offer students and groups the experience of a lifetime. Explore the natural beauty and wildlife of this amazing region with experienced guides, and learn about the cultures and histories of the people who call East Africa home. We organise adventure treks and educational tours in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, and Zambia as part of our study-abroad and experiential internship programmes. Our programmes are designed to give participants an authentic and immersive experience in East Africa, and our team is passionate about sharing the beauty of this region with the world.
Local university faculty, award-winning guides, and IMA experts all play a part to deliver travel experiences that foster cross-cultural competency and develop global perspectives.
Our cultural treks include defined, measurable learning outcomes, and are led by local faculty with years of experience in the field and a lifetime of East Africa in their hearts.
We explore historic landmarks and natural wonders — from serene beaches to awe-inspiring mountains — all with a fierce dedication to sustainable travel and ethical, culturally-competent engagement. There are over 200,000 years of human history in East Africa. While it is impossible to impart such a monumental legacy in just a few weeks, our team of local and international experts firmly embrace the challenge to deliver an unforgettable educational experience.
Our East Africa adventures are optional extensions to your internship: structured travel and study-abroad experiences that build on your placement in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.
Each itinerary is designed around clear learning outcomes—so you deepen cultural competency and global perspective alongside your clinical or pre-health goals, not as an add-on tour.
Safari tours
The Masai Mara Game Reserve, or The Mara as locals call it, lies in Narok County, Kenya, on the border with Serengeti National Park in Tanzania.
Track mountain gorillas with expert guides in Uganda's ancient rainforest—an intensive, small-group experience with strict conservation protocols.
Combine highland trekking with community-led briefings: elevation, pacing, and gear are planned for student groups, not fast tourism.
4-6 days
Serengeti and Ngorongoro as the core plan, with buffer time built in. Good for interns who want a clear safari capstone without stacking nonstop travel days.
3-6 days
Tsavo Safari plus one lighter add on, such as Hell's Gate, or a shorter Mount Kenya plan depending on your time. Good for interns who want variety without overcommitting.
3-6 days
Zanzibar, Mafia, Lamu, or Malindi and Watamu as the primary extension. Good for interns who want recovery time, warm water, and a slower pace after clinical weeks.
Hot springs hours and rules can change. Plan with flexibility and confirm details locally rather than building your day on assumptions.
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International Medical AID
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International Medical AID
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International Medical AID
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International Medical AID
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