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Karibu Sana – A Warm Welcome
My name is Akoth. After over 20 years in the U.S., I returned to my homeland of Kenya, settling in my rural village called Kadongo, in Migori County, in South Western Kenya close to the Tanzanian border. My journey home was inspired by a deep desire to reconnect with my roots and help my community. I’m now building a self-sustaining homestead rooted in natural farming.
About us
Our name means “home” and “light” in my native Luo. It is more than just a home – it’s a vision for a peaceful, regenerative space where community and Earth kin from around the world can gather to live simply, grow food, share knowledge, and reconnect with the land.
We are a small team: myself and my sister-in-law Stacey. Our work is grounded in Indigenous land stewardship, permaculture principles, syntropic agroforestry, and natural farming. We’re not trained farmers,– but we’re passionate learners, guided by nature and the wisdom of our community.
Our Lifestyle & Daily Rhythm
Life here is quiet, intentional, and close to nature. We live simply, cook mostly from the garden, and use basic systems:
Water: Drawn from a well, pumped via solar (or manually during outages).
Sanitation: Composting toilets and simple bush methods.
Energy: No electricity. We use a small solar battery for basic charging and lighting.
Cooking: Mostly outdoor fire cooking, with propane as backup.
Meals: Hearty breakfast and lunch, light supper (usually tea and snacks).
We don’t have electricity, so we align our daily rhythm with the sun. It’s a true off-grid, bush lifestyle. Come prepared to disconnect and reconnect.
Accommodation offers:
Space for tent camping (up to 20 people)
6 small tents (2-person capacity each)
3 traditional wattle-and-dob thatched huts ( 2- person capacity each)
Beddings provided
Farm activities:
Tasks vary by season: planting, harvesting, mulching, garden tasks, construction planning, landscaping, or composting. We welcome both hands-on work and deep rest — come as you are and contribute in your own unique way.
Animals: Ducks and Geese and we have two cats
Community & Culture:
Our village primarily speaks Luo, though many young people speak some English and Kiswahili. We encourage cultural exchange and can connect you with language learning opportunities.
Getting Here:
Fastest: Fly from Nairobi Wilson to Ragana Airstrip (30 min drive to us)
Cheapest: 7–8 hour scenic bus ride from Nairobi
We can help arrange pickups (fuel appreciated), or guide you on public transport options.
Nearby Adventures:
Muhuru Bay – 1.5 hrs
Maasai Mara & Ruma National Park – 3 hrs
Mbita & Rusinga Island (via ferry) – 3 hrs
Kisumu - 4 hrs
While hiking trails are limited, village walks and cultural visits offer rich local experiences. Weekend trips are possible, with shared transport costs.
An Invitation
If you’re looking to slow down, reconnect with the land, and live simply in a vibrant rural community –
This is a space for healing, learning, and co-creation. Bring your whole self, your curiosity, your magic.
Karibu Sana – Welcome Home.
Akoth
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Interests
Farming
Performing arts
Drawing & painting
Animals
Carpentry
Plant care
Music
History
DIY & crafts
Books
Art & design
Photography
Gardening
Cooking & food
Architecture
Writing
Fitness
Sailing / Boating
Water sports
Adventure sports
Cycling
Hiking
Outdoor activities
Beach
Dancing
Mountain
Team sports
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Camping
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We live in a vibrant community of subsistence farmers who carry deep knowledge of the land, local planting practices, natural rhythms, and traditional ways. Life here is simple and slow-paced—people still gather to talk, share stories, and connect for hours.
We invite you to bring your gifts:
your art, music, dance, instruments, voice—whatever lights you up.
Sharing these is one of the best ways to integrate into the community and build genuine connections.
You’ll have opportunities to engage with local elders and skilled artisans, who hold knowledge in:
Basket weaving
Sisal rope making
Pottery
Storytelling
Traditional birth work
If any of the following piques your interest, please let up know so we can communicate with the individuals. Additionally, there are many schools and churches in the area if you fee like engaging in this way. So just communicate your interests and we will help make the connections to ensure that you have a rich experience.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We welcome your help with a variety of farm activities, including:
Planting, weeding, harvesting, preparing and clearing garden spaces. We have ducks and geese but they are independent.
We keep a small apiary and would love to host anyone who feels comfortable around bees or is eager to learn. We provide protective gear and proper equipment. If you have a history of allergies, please bring an EpiPen, as local health facilities may not have one on hand.
Please keep in mind:
It is a wild, natural space. We live close to the land and share it with the local wildlife, including snakes. Moving with awareness and respect for the environment is part of the experience—we’ll guide you on how to stay safe.
Mosquitoes are common, especially during the rainy season. We recommend bringing insect repellent, long-sleeved clothing for evenings, and any preferred personal protection.
The sun is hot, so if you are sun sensitive please bring sun protection.
We look forward to welcoming you with open arms—bring your helping hands, your curiosity, and your heart, and join us in this beautiful journey.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Swahili (Kiswahili): FluentThis host offers a language exchange
I speak primarily English, and Swahili and Luo. So lets share some basic language for getting by
Accommodation
We offer a cozy traditional mud hut, as well as tents for guests. Camping is welcome and fully supported on site.
We provide three meals a day, primarily using fresh, locally available ingredients.
Please let us know your dietary needs in advance so we can prepare accordingly and ensure your stay is comfortable.
What else ...
We encourage communal meals and sharing food together, as it brings us closer and makes the experience more enjoyable. We harvest fresh produce daily from the garden whenever possible.
Please note that some items like cheese and other refrigerated goods are hard to find in this region, and we do not have refrigeration on site.
We do have Wi-Fi, powered by solar energy. To conserve power, it’s available mainly during the daytime when the sun is strong. This also allows us to enjoy calm, unplugged evenings, free from constant screen time and electronic waves.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
To be working online, let us know in advance. As we may need to purchase a more permanent solar solution that can power Wi-Fi 24/7. Currently we have simple options.
Space for parking camper vans
The space is large and can accomodate large families including those traveling with campers.
Can possibly accept pets
We allow all animal relatives on the site. But we can speak if you have a more exotic species. My local community fears snakes. So if you are traveling with a unique pet, let us know to make sure that we understand how to support one another.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Ducks and Geese
Atwech (7 months)
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Akoth and Stacey welcomed me warmly. The meals were very good and I discovered many edible herbs like "apoth" and many dishes. I also cooked and really liked sharing recipes. I slept in a hut, with everything I needed (light, solar battery to charge phone,… read more
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Akoth and Stacey welcomed me warmly. The meals were very good and I discovered many edible herbs like "apoth" and many dishes. I also cooked and really liked sharing recipes. I slept in a hut, with everything I needed (light, solar battery to charge phone,… read more
