Are you ready to enrich your soul and create unforgettable memories?
Every Kanga Homestay is one-of-a-kind, reflecting diverse lifestyles, cultures, and religions.
At Kanga Homestay, we are deeply connected with each of our hosts and have personally visited and stayed in their homes. We maintain constant, direct communication with each individual host to ensure a genuine experience for our guests.
Alongside our hosts, we collaborate with Local Coordinators and Regional Managers. They manage your booking and arrange transportation if requested. The Local Coordinators at the homestays ensure a smooth arrival and help you feel comfortable throughout your stay. If needed, they also assist as translators and address any queries or concerns that may arise.
We offer two categories of homestays: Village Stays and Comfort Stays.
Village Stays offer a simple, authentic experience with basic facilities. These homestays provide essentials such as beds, mattresses, sheets, blankets, pillows, towels, and, in most cases, mosquito nets/sprays. Bucket showers and squat toilets are the standard. Hot water for a shower is always available; just ask your host. This simplicity is an integral part of the journey, giving you a true taste of local life.
Comfort Stays offer more advanced facilities, though they are not comparable to hotels. You may still find bucket showers or squat toilets, but overall, the environment provides a higher level of comfort and convenience.
Both categories offer a rich cultural immersion, allowing you to connect with local traditions and lifestyles. Kanga Homestay isn’t about the most convenient amenities; it’s about genuine encounters and embracing the essence of local culture.
During your stay in a Kanga Homestay, all meals are included
The variety of food depends on seasons and what is available from the hosts’ fields and the nearby markets. Mealtime might vary according to habits and daily program.
During the booking process, you will have the option to mention your dietary preferences (e.g., vegetarian, non-vegetarian) and any allergies in a comment field.
The hosts ensure that guests have access to safe drinking water. This can be achieved through methods such as boiling or filtering the water. If there is any uncertainty regarding water safety, visitors should request the host to boil the water again for added assurance. Guests can also purchase bottled water near any homestay. Some hosts provide water bottles.
During your stay at a Kanga Homestay, get ready for an exciting array of activities! From cooking traditional dishes and farming, to crafting and dancing. There’s something for everyone to enjoy.
You can explore the available activities listed in each homestay’s profile and discuss your interests with your host or Local Coordinator upon arrival. While we can’t guarantee specific activities – since they depend on the season, weather, and availability of skilled locals – the longer you stay, the more chances you’ll have to dive into these enriching experiences.
Many activities are included in your stay, but some may be subject to additional costs, which must be paid in cash on-site. Approximate costs for these excluded activities are listed in the homestay description. These costs are to be paid on-site in cash and usually in the local currency by the guests.
The language skills of the hosts are described in detail in their profiles. English skills among hosts varies significantly; however, each homestay has a Local Coordinator who speaks English and can assist with communication between visitors and hosts when needed.
Staying with our hosts offers a fantastic opportunity for a language exchange. Don’t miss the chance to learn a few new words in the local language!
We strongly recommend that guests get a local SIM card upon arrival in the country. Usually, our Local Coordinators and Regional Managers communicate through WhatsApp, as it is the most widely used form of communication.
Bring your kids along for an unforgettable adventure! Children are natural explorers and will quickly adapt to their new surroundings, making friends with local children even without sharing a common language – after all, play is a universal language!
At Kanga Homestay, we warmly welcome young travelers. Kids aged 5 to 12 enjoy a special half-price rate, while little ones under 5 can stay for free if they sleep in the same bed as their accompanying person. From the age of 13, the full rate applies. If you are traveling with children under the age of 5, please mention it in the notes field during check-out.
Kanga Homestays have a minimum stay of two nights, while most can be booked for up to six nights through our website. For longer stays, feel free to reach out via our contact form.
We highly recommend staying at least three nights to truly enjoy the rich cultural immersion and participate in all the exciting activities!
At Kanga Homestays, the check-in and check-out times are as follows:
Guests will receive an email with all essential details about their stay 15 days before the arrival date. For bookings made less than 15 days in advance, the email will be sent immediately. This will include the exact location of the homestay, directions, contact information, transport options, and more.
Guests will only receive this information if they have completed their booking, made full payment, and submitted full passport copies. If these conditions are not met, we will not be able to accommodate your stay, and the pre-arrival details will not be provided.
The locations of the Kanga Homestays displayed on the map on the website are approximate and for guidance only. Guests will receive exact details regarding the location, directions to the homestay, and available transport options 15 days before the arrival date, or within 2 days for bookings made less than 15 days in advance.
For your convenience, you can opt for private transfers from an to the nearest city or airport during the booking process. The specific arrangements for pick-up and drop-off locations and times will be coordinated between guests and the Local Coordinator or Regional Manager. To benefit from this service, you must book it during the reservation process.
Alternatively, you can choose to travel independently to your homestay. Taking a Dala Dala, a public mini-bus, or a Boda Boda, a motorbike taxi, is an exciting way to experience local life along the way. Independent arrival is only recommended if you’re traveling light.
The price for a night at a Kanga Homestay starts between 69 and 79 EUR per night, per person, with a price reduction starting from the third night onward. Kids aged 5 to 12 enjoy a special half-price rate, while little ones under 5 can stay for free if they sleep in the same bed as their accompanying person. From the age of 13, the full rate applies.
Kanga Homestay aims to build sustainable partnerships, with the goal of ensuring fair financial benefits for all parties involved.
After booking through our website, you will receive a booking confirmation.
As soon as we have processed your itinerary, you will receive an email with all the important information regarding your stay. This will include the exact location of the homestay, directions, contact details, transport options, and more.
If you have booked your stay several weeks or months in advance, you will receive the specified information 15 days before your arrival.
If you book more than 30 days in advance, a EUR 50 deposit is required at the time of booking. The remaining balance is due 30 days before the stay. A payment link will be sent to you approximately 45 days before the stay. For any bookings made less than 30 days prior to the stay, full payment is required at the time of booking.
Cash payments are not accepted on-site, except for excluded activities.
Payment Methods: Major Credit Cards (via Stipe).
Transaction fees apply when making a booking, charged by external payment service providers.
Currency Options: EUR. More currency options will likely be available in the future.
If payment is made in a different currency, exchange fees and currency risk are the responsibility of the guest.
Currently, no VAT taxes will apply.
A reschedule request can be made by email at hello@kangahomestay.com.
Guests can reschedule for free up to 10 days before their stay (once only), with new dates up to 2 months before or after the originally booked date, subject to availability. A EUR 30 fee applies for a second rescheduling or a reschedule request made less than 10 days before arrival.
A booking can be canceled via the link provided in the booking confirmation or by email at hello@kangahomestay.com.
For cancellations made up to 20 days before your booked stay, Kanga Homestay retains EUR 50 per booking.
For cancellations made less than 20 days before your booked stay, no refund will be provided (rescheduling is still possible, see above).
If you have pre-booked a private transfer and canceled your booking at least three days before your intended stay, the transfer costs will be fully refunded. For cancellations made less than three days in advance, no refund for the booked transfer will be issued.
In the unlikely event that Kanga Homestay has to cancel the booking due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., the host is unable to host), Kanga Homestay will offer a comparable alternative homestay in the same region or the full amount paid will be refunded to the guests.
Refunds are processed within 15 days and will be credited back to the original payment method used for the booking. Please note that refund transfers may be subject to fees, and customers are responsible for any exchange rate costs for refunds in different currencies.
Please note that a copy or photo of each guest’s passport is required for check-in. Without it, we will not be able to accommodate your stay, nor will any important pre-arrival information be provided.
During the booking process, guests have the option to upload a copy of their passports. If you prefer to skip this step, no worries! Just send copies via email or WhatsApp at least 20 days before your stay begins. For bookings made within 20 days, it must be provided during the booking process or shortly thereafter.
If you encounter any issues during your stay, we’re here to help! Please reach out to your Local Coordinator first, and then the Regional Manager if needed. If the matter is still unresolved, feel free to contact Kanga Homestay at hello@kangahomestay.com.
Our hosts have access to emergency contacts, including healthcare facilities, police, and fire services, ensuring your safety during your stay.
We recommend bringing a small first-aid kit when visiting a Kanga Homestay. It’s advisable to include probiotics as a preventive measure, especially in case you encounter any digestive issues. Additionally, consider packing anti-diarrhea medicine and other helpful remedies for any stomach discomfort.
When planning your trip, it’s essential to take care of your entry visas and vaccinations. Guests are responsible for obtaining their own visas and ensuring they are up to date on recommended vaccinations.
We also recommend that all guests arrange travel insurance for peace of mind during their journey. This coverage can help with unexpected medical emergencies and other unforeseen events.
Remember, you’ll be visiting homestays at your own risk, so being prepared is key!
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