“Meeting the Kenyan Ambassador in Israel was by far a memorable experience. He was very informative and challenged us to begin with ourselves as individuals to improve our nation.”

– Joab Tabakori, Uasin Gishu High School

“We were treated to a unique experience of the Circassian culture including their cuisine and dances at the Circassian Heritage Center in Kfar Kama. The place tells the story of a resilient people who despite the challenges faced as a diaspora community have managed to retain their rich cultural heritage. ​It also plays a crucial role in preserving Circassian traditions and language through cultural events, festivals, language classes, and educational programs.​”

– Dorah Orony, Kanyawanga High School

“Receiving the honour of being recognized as the top teacher and eventually travelling to Israel brought profound positive effects on my students, career aspirations, and the teaching profession. It has heightened my sense of fulfilment and contentment in my role, fueling deeper commitment to my students and an unwavering determination to enhance my skills as an educator.”

– Haron Sangore, Nyameru Secondary School (Voted in Mogonga Secondary School)

“The visit to the Old City of Jerusalem, especially the Western Wall, left an indelible mark on our hearts and teaching philosophies. We returned with a renewed commitment to promoting tolerance, empathy, and understanding among our students.”

– Boniface Mutuku, Teacher at St. Joseph’s Girls – Kibwezi

“During our recent trip, we visited Cana- a town known for Jesus’ miracle where he turned water into wine. Jesus adapted to the situation, turning water into wine when the need arose. Similarly, as a teacher I learnt to adapt our teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students, creating an environment where every student can thrive.”

– Gladys Kayaga, Mogonga Secondary School

“I was amazed by the innovation Israel has come up with and to learn how they have started to look for ways of solving future problems.”

– Anna Chepkirui, Kipsigis Girls

Exploring the Mount of Temptation where it is believed Jesus faced the devil during His 40-day fast. It represents the eternal battle of good versus evil and the triumph of faith over temptation.

Uasin Gishu High, Uasin Gishu Count. Population: 1101+ students. Mixed Day High School

“The teacher will learn and in turn come share the experiences, creativity, innovativeness back here in school. The life transforming experience will have a positive impact on the students and even their parents when shared.” – M’masi M.J, Principal

Kipsigis Girls High, Kericho county. Population: 1101+ students. Girls Boarding High School

“A visit to Israel by one of our teachers would be of great benefit not only to the individual teacher but by extension to the whole teaching staff that operates as one unit. The culture of team work and passion for learning from best teaching practices is what makes our teaching staff look out for opportunities. Our school is one of the newly elevated schools to national status and the demand to prepare students for international market is getting higher hence such an opportunity for our teacher would be the needed ingredient. At a personal level, this would also contribute in personal development for own benefit and for teacher to contribute better in National development issues.” – Lizzy Kirui, Deputy Principal

St. Joseph – Kibwezi, Makueni County. Population: 651 – 800 students. Girls Boarding Secondary School

“Visiting a different country has inner motivation for the teacher visiting and the school of the teacher. We expect the teacher to share experiences in all aspects of life to make our school realize our potential and limitations and appreciate who we are. From the experiences we can strive to be better and move higher.” – Jane Mwinamo, Principal

Mogonga PAG Sec, Kisii County. Population: 351 – 500 students. Mixed Day Secondary School

“With a visit to Israel the teacher will learn  more that will impact positively on the learner& the school. The school will be able to utilize the limited resources to the maximum to benefit the learners from the knowledge & exposure gained by the teacher from the Israel trip.” – Gladys Kayaga

Kirigi Mixed Day Sec, Embu County. Population: 201 – 350 students. Mixed Day Secondary School

“The teacher will be exposed to new learning experiences. He/she will be motivated and interact with other teachers and especially those in Israel and learn more about farming in Israel. This will enhance National and International intergration.” Margaret Njue, Principal

Shiongo Mixed Secondary, Kakamega County. Population: 501 – 650 students. Mixed Day Secondary School

“The teacher will feel motivated and energized to interact with international scholars and students, and compare wit the current situation at home.”  Reuben Achoki, Principal

Esukuta Primary, Kajiado County. Population: 351 – 500 students. Mixed Day Primary School

“The trip will benefit the teachers by being exposed to a different environment. The teacher will also get new ideas and innovation that will help him/her become a competent teacher and transfer them to learners. The teacher will feel appreciated because of dedicating his/her service to learners.” John Maitiani, Headteacher

Kanyawanga High School, Migori County. Population: 1101+ students. Boys Boarding High School

“The teacher representing the staff will share his/her social and educational experiences to both students and staff, and this will inspire the staff and students to do more to improve on the areas that may otherwise seem ignored.” Jacob Mbogo, Principal

Maria Soti, Elgeyo Marakwet. Population: under 200 students. Girls Boarding Secondary School

Old City of Jerusalem

Located in the Old City of Jerusalem, the Western Wall, or Kotel Hamaaravi in Hebrew, is the final relic of the Temple, cherished for prayers. Visitors often leave written prayers in its crevices.

Stations of the cross

Also known as the Via Dolorosa, the stations of the cross is a route that follows the path that Jesus took on the way to his crucifixion. The route includes 14 stations that commemorate events that happened on the way.

Mount Zion

Mount Zion holds profound significance for multiple faiths: Jews revere it for the Temple and King David’s resting place, Muslims for David’s Tomb and Muhammad’s ascent, and Christians for the Last Supper site.

Yad-Vashem

Yad Vashem symbolizes remembrance of the Holocaust’s horrors and the prevention of future atrocities. It embodies Jewish resilience in adversity and the imperative of preventing such tragedies.

Ein-Kerem

The Church of St. John the Baptist in Ein-Keren, built in 1955, encapsulates ancient relics dating from the first century BCE to 70 CE. Maintained by Franciscan monks, it’s a significant Catholic site.

Mount of Olives

The site holds sacred significance for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, associated with end-time beliefs and resurrection. Christians also revere it for Jesus’ ascension and other key events in his life.

Paster Noster Church

Pater Noster Church’s name originated from the Lord’s Prayer or Pater Noster in Latin, which is engraved in the walls of the church in various languages.

Garden of Gethsemane

The Garden of Gethsemane is also significant for other faiths, including Judaism and Islam, as it is believed to have historical and spiritual connections to figures such as King David and the Prophet Muhammad.

Mahal Memorial

The Mahal Memorial in Israel commemorates the overseas volunteers who fought alongside Israeli forces during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War.

Israel Museum

It is the largest cultural institution in the country and houses a diverse range of exhibits, including archaeological artifacts, fine arts, Judaica and ethnographic collections.

Shrine of the Book

The Shrine of the Book is considered a significant cultural and historical landmark as it houses some of the oldest surviving copies of the Hebrew Bible, as awell as other Jewish texts and artifacts.

Knesset Menorah

Opposite the main entrance of the Knesset, Israel’s government seat, stands the 4.5-meter-tall Knesset Menorah. Its branches feature 29 engravings illustrating Jewish spiritual trials and key historical moments from Abraham to modern Israel’s establishment.

Dead Sea

Not only is the Dead Sea the lowest point of the Earth. It actually is one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth, with almost 10 times more salt than ordinary seawater. In fact, it’s estimated that there are around 37 billion tonnes of salt in the entire Dead Sea.

Qumran Caves

Qumran Caves are a series of caves located near the Dead Sea, where the famous Fead Sea Scrolls were discovered, providing valuable insights into Jewish history, culture, and literature.

Masada

Built in the 1st century BCE by Herod the Great, Masada is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fall of the great fortress in 73CE marked the end of the Jewish rebellion against the Romans.

Bethlehem

Bethlehem is known for its handicrafts, particularly olive wood carvings and traditional Palestinian embroidery, which contribute to the local economy and cultural heritage.

Church of the Nativity

As one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the world, the Church of Nativity is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also believed to be the birthplace of Jesus Christ.

Sea of Galilee

The Sea of Galilee, among the earliest populated areas in Israel, features ancient remains and witnessed historic battles, including Roman conquests. It hosted the first Jewish kibbutz, Deganya, in 1909, and played a pivotal role in the early Zionist movement, with numerous settlements established nearby

Capernaum Tabgha

Tabgha is best known for Christ’s miraculous multiplcation of loaves and fish to feed the 5,000 people, and is also the spot where Jesus appeared before his disciples for the third time after his resurrection, when he tested and appointed Peter as leader of his church.

Mount of Beatitudes

Believed to be the location where Jesus gave the sermon on the Mount, the church of Beatitudes serves as a significant site for Christians. Its octagonal design symbolizes the eight Beatitudes, depicted in mosaics within, in both Latin and Greek.

Kibbutz Farm

In Israel, a kibbutz is a planned community that has primarily relied on agriculture. Degania was the first kibbutz, founded in 1909. A Kibbutz holds the belief that the Kibbutz member is a part of a unit that is greater than just his own family.

Circassian Heritage Center

The Circassians founded three towns in the Land of Israel in the second half of the 19th century, and two of them—Kfar Kama, where the Circassian Museum is housed in a 130-year-old genuine structure, and Rihanya—remain today.

Church of Annunciation

The most special significance of the church is that it is believed to be built on top of the cave believed to be the childhood home of Mary and where angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and announced the conception of Jesus.

Church of St. Joseph

The church was built on the site believed to be Joseph’s carpentry workshop.

Cana

Cana in Galilee is celebrated as the site of Jesus’ first two public miracles in Galilee – the changing of water into wine, and the remote healing of an official’s son 32km away in Capernaum.

Akko

Akko, a UNESCO Heritage Site, has a rich history. It played a vital role for Canaanites, Phoenicians, Romans, Muslims, Crusaders, Ottomans, and British. It is known for its well-preserved remains of the Crusader town, including citadels, mosques, khans, and baths.

Crusader Fortress

The fortress serves both historical and cultural significance as a remnant of the Crusader period, and its unique architecture that reflects European influence on the Holy Land.

Knights Halls

Built by the Knights Hospitaller, the Knights’ Hall is most renowned as the meeting place and banqueting hall for the Crusader knights during the medieval period until its destruction in 1291 during the Mamluk siege of Akko.

Tel-Aviv

The most significant hub for culture and entertainment in Israel is Tel Aviv. Three of Israel’s eight largest museums are located in the city, and the White City in Tel Aviv, which was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003, has the highest concentration of International Style buildings.

Shimon Peres Innovation Center

The Shimon Peres Innovation Center was founded in 2014 as part of the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation in Tel Aviv, Israel, in honor of former Israeli President Shimon Peres’ commitment to innovation and peace.

City of David

Ongoing excavations in the City of David unearth ancient structures, artifacts, and water systems, offering insights into ancient life.Visitors can explore and learn about these fascinating discoveries made by archaeologists.