Apprentice Doctor Live Event

Shadowing Trip – Kenya: 27 December 2026 – 5 January 2027

27 December 2026 - 5 January 2027
Kenya
Grades 10 – 12, Premed Students

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Progam Schedule

Dates:	27 Dec. Sun	28 Dec. Mon	29 Dec. Tues	30 Dec. Wed	31 Dec. Thurs	1 Jan. Fri	2 Jan. Sat	3 Jan. Sun	4 Jan. Mon	5 Jan. Tues
	Day 1	Day 2	Day 3	Day 8	Day 5	Day 6	Day 4*	Day 7	Day 9	Day 10
Morning 1	Arrival	Hospital shadowing	Hospital shadowing	Hospital shadowing	6.00 am Trip to Tsavo East	Safari Visit Masai village	Day trip: Diani Beach	Wasini Island	Hospital shadowing	Prepare for departure
Morning 2	Arrival	Hospital shadowing	Hospital shadowing	Hospital shadowing	Tsavo East	Trip back to Mombasa	Sunscreen and hats!	Wasini Island	Visit orphanage	Departure >
Afternoon	Orientation	Swahili lessons	Nguuni Nature Sanctuary	Mombasa guided City tour	Tsavo East	Arrive back in Mombasa Swim/relax	Diani Beach	Lunch: Wasini Island Return Momb.	Haler Park guided visit	Departure
Evening	Interact with International students	Students present cases from the day	Students present cases from the day	Evening shadowing available	Overnight: Voi Safari Lodge	Evening shadowing available	Dinner: Cave restaurant	Evening shadowing available	Reflection on the program	END OF PROGRAM

*Optional but recommended activity (Fee: $150): Wasini Island (Snorkeling and swimming with wild dolphins). **Minor changes are sometimes inevitable.

The Apprentice Doctor 10-Day Medical Shadowing Trip to Mombasa

Join us for an unforgettable Kenya experience and earn 80 medical shadowing hours

The Program Fee Includes:

A responsible, medically qualified person (chaperone) accompanying the group.
A comprehensive pre-departure guide.
Customized clinical rotations.
Airport transfers.
Hospital placement fees.
Designated mentors and support from local staff.
Gated, safe, and comfortable houses.
In-house catering.
Wi-Fi access.
24/7 in-country support.
Weekly global health tutorials.
Case study discussions in the evenings – following clinical shadowing days.
Two-way transport to your clinical site.
Basic Swahili lessons.
Certificate of participation upon program completion.
Volunteer activities (as scheduled by our local staff).
Safari to Tsavo East National Park, including a one-night stay at the amazing Voi Safari Lodge*.
Mombasa City Tour (half-day): Fort Jesus, Old Town, Hindu Temple, Elephant Tusk, Akamba Handcraft, transport, and lunch.
Haller Park (wildlife sanctuary/nature park/zoo in a forest setting – giraffes, crocodiles, and other wildlife).
The Nguuni Nature Sanctuary – Immerse yourself in nature.
Wasini Island and Marine Sanctuary* – See pods of dolphins and enjoy an unforgettable snorkeling experience.
Diani Beach – Spend a day on one of the most pristine beaches in the world!

Not Included in Program Fee (Estimated Costs):

Airline ticket
Spending money: $150 – $250
All à la carte restaurant meals will be settled by individual students (usually two meals – City Tour lunch and Cave Restaurant dinner).

Program Details:

workshop

Duration: 10 days

When: 27 Dec 2026 – 5 Jan 2027

Who: Aspiring medical professionals, Grades 10-12

Note: Students must be 16 years or older during the visit to Kenya.

Non-Refundable Deposit: $350 (Payable upon acceptance of application)

Fee: $3,500 per student (all-inclusive except airline tickets and spending money)

Note: Apologies, no scholarships or sponsorship opportunities are available for this trip.

Only 10 spots available!

Date: 27 December 2026 - 5 January 2027
Location: Kenya
Eligibility: Grades 10 – 12, Premed Students

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Progam Schedule

The Apprentice Doctor 10-Day Medical Shadowing Trip to Mombasa

Join us for an unforgettable Kenya experience and earn 80 medical shadowing hours

The Program Fee Includes:

Not Included in Program Fee (Estimated Costs):

Program Details:

Fee: $3,500 per student (all-inclusive except airline tickets and spending money)

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