Worldschooling Hub
Maasai Mara
A 2-week immersive family experience in Enonkishu Conservancy, on the edge of the Maasai Mara
For families who want something deeper than a holiday.
Join the 2026/2027 Waiting List
Be the first to hear dates, pricing, and early access
This isn’t a typical trip…
Most safaris are over in a few days.
You see the animals, take the photos… and leave.
This is different.
This is a chance to slow down, settle in, and actually experience life in the Mara as a family.
To give your children something far more valuable than a holiday:
context, connection, and real-world learning.
What your family will experience
Over two weeks, your family will live inside a private conservancy, with a rhythm designed for learning, not rushing.
Safari, but done properly
Not back-to-back drives.
But 6 guided safari expeditions, spaced out and intentional.
Your children will:
- learn to track animals
- understand ecosystems
- begin to see the landscape differently
Culture & Connection
Spend meaningful time with the Maasai community:
- beadwork and traditional crafts
- storytelling and local knowledge
- medicinal plants and ways of living
This is not a performance — it’s real interaction.
Hands-on learning
Children learn best by doing.
They’ll take part in:
- growing food in the shamba
- local cooking
- horse care and feeding
- practical, everyday life skills
Space to be children
This is not a packed itinerary.
There is time for:
- free play
- nature journaling
- creativity
- exploring safely
Because that’s where the real learning happens.
For parents, too
This works because it works for you as well….
- No rushing between activities
- No overstimulation
- No pressure to “make the most of it”
Just a slower, more grounded way of travelling — together.
Why families choose us…
Families join because they want:
✔ meaningful travel, not surface-level tourism
✔ their children to learn through real experiences
✔ time together that actually feels like time together
✔ exposure to different cultures and ways of life
✔ a balance of structure and freedom
Where you will stay
Wild Bandas by Collection in the Wild
Experience the Wild Bandas, where nature meets comfort in the heart of the Maasai Mara. Nestled along the meanders of the Mara River, our Bandas offer a unique accommodation experience.
- Riverside views from each Banda
- En suite twin/double options
- Inviting swimming pool with gazebo
- Pool house/bar for gatherings
- Formal dining area for special occasions
- Unique natural amphitheater for events
Dates and Investment
2026 Dates
We run a small number of hubs each year to keep the experience personal.
2026 Dates:
- Cohort 1: June 18-2nd July
- Cohort 2: September 9 – 23rd
- Cohort 3: November 11-25th
2027 Dates:
- Dates released to waiting list first – costs cannot be guarenteed for 2027
Investment
We’ve designed this to be as accessible as possible while still delivering a high-quality, meaningful experience.
Program Fee:
$3360 per person, 4 and under free (one free child per family)
Cost includes:
- – 6 x games drives in Enonkishu conservanc
- – Accommodation and food
- – Conservancy fees
- – Listed experiences
Cost excludes:
- – Flights and transfers
- – Additional activities not listed
- – Optional extended time in Kenya
- – Optional tips for staff
If you’re unsure whether this is the right fit for your family, you can join the waiting list and decide later — there’s no commitment.
The Value
But when you break it down, it includes:
- 14 nights inside a private conservancy
- all meals
- guided safari experiences
- cultural workshops, storytelling, beading and medicinal plants
- daily activities, horse care, tracking and bushcraft, traditional cooking, swimming pool, conservation talk, community projects, and downtime for journaling/reading/free play
- visit to the endangered rhino sanctuary
- conservancy fees
- a small, curated group of families
And something harder to quantify:
A completely different way for your children to experience the world.
A stay that gives back
Your participation contributes directly to:
- supporting local children to experience the Mara
- education initiatives in the community
- conservation awareness
Your family doesn’t just visit — you become part of something.
Extend your journey (optional).
You also have the option to extend your stay if you wish. There are lots of options, including some time at the coast.
A week in Lamu offers a completely different kind of learning:
- Swahili culture and history
- dhow sailing and ocean life
- local markets, food, and architecture
- a slower, coastal rhythm
From savannah to sea — it becomes a layered, unforgettable experience.
Alternatively, you can continue your safari to other destinations in Kenya including Samburu, Ol Pajeta, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru and many more. I can arrange all of this for you; just let me know what you would like to do.
Who is this for?
This is a good fit if you:
- have children who are curious and love being outdoors
- value experience over luxury for the sake of it
- are open to a slower pace of travel
- want your children to engage with the world, not just observe it
No prior homeschooling or worldschooling experience needed.
Keep it small, keep it special
We intentionally keep this to a small group:
- 6–8 families
- limited accommodation
- a more personal, connected experience
Spaces are very limited.
Who am I?
Hi, I’m Natasha — the person behind this worldschooling hub.
For years, I’ve been helping families experience East Africa in a way that goes beyond a typical safari. Not just seeing the wildlife and beautiful places, but actually connecting with the people, landscapes, and slower rhythm of life here.
What matters most to me is creating experiences that feel:
- genuine rather than overly polished
- immersive rather than rushed
- meaningful rather than performative
I’m also a mother myself and a big believer that some of the most valuable learning children experience happens outside of traditional classrooms, through travel, nature, culture, relationships, and real life.
That belief is really at the heart of this hub.
This isn’t about creating a perfectly curated “activity schedule.”
It’s about creating the space for:
- curiosity
- confidence
- connection
- and unforgettable shared experiences as a family
Over the years, I’ve spent over 12 years living and travelling the African continent including Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, Uganda, South Africa and beyond. I work within the safari world, building relationships with guides, camps, conservancies, and local communities. The experiences included in this hub come from those real relationships and from wanting families to experience the Mara in a more grounded and authentic way.
I also know travelling as a family, especially somewhere unfamiliar, can feel like a big leap.
So one of the things I care about most is making families feel supported from the moment they enquire to the moment they arrive. I want this to feel exciting, inspiring, and manageable — not overwhelming.
The families who tend to be drawn to this experience are usually looking for something a little different:
- less rushing
- more connection
- less pressure to constantly “do”
- more time to actually experience where they are
If that sounds like your kind of travel, I think you’ll feel very at home here.
Join the 2026/2027 wait list (spaces limited)
Be the first to receive:
- priority access to dates
- early booking window
- full itinerary and planning support
Because some of the most important learning your children will ever do…
won’t happen in a classroom.
Still have questions?
I’m happy to jump on a call and discuss any questions you might have. Please schedule a time below.