Subukia National Marian Shrine – "The City of Mary" /

The Subukia National Shrine is a significant religious and pilgrimage site located in Kenya. It holds a special place in the hearts of many Catholic faithful in the country and beyond. It serves as a place of devotion, worship, and prayer for Catholics who seek spiritual growth and connection with their faith. The shrine is dedicated to the Holy Family, emphasizing the importance of family life and values within the Catholic tradition. It is situated in Subukia, which is a town in Nakuru County, Kenya. It is located approximately 170 kilometers (105 miles) northwest of Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya.

Subukia National Shrine is a center that brings Good News of total healing through Jesus Christ to those deep mental, emotional and spiritual pain. Everyone visiting Subukia strives to have an encounter with Jesus our Divine Healer by trying to integrate Jesus and His healing message of salvation into their lives. This healing is done through celebration of sacraments and meditating of the Gospel inspired by the truth of Jesus’ healing powers for body mind and spirit.

The Subukia Shrine has in it`s record the miraculous healing of Mr. Helmut Mang who was a German architect. He is the person that designed the cross that dominates the valley in the shrine. It is dated 27th February 2005. There are other numerous undocumented healings experienced by the pilgrims at the same shrine.

The new retreat house is located at the Subukia National Marian Shrine, a serene environment for prayers, retreats, meetings or even resting. At this House there is a chance of reconnecting yourself with the Lord through sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharist. Come and experience the presence of the Lord.

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Damian Wild Safaris Ltd is a specialized tour operator with a deep-rooted passion for creating transformative and spiritually enriching experiences. Our team comprises experts in pilgrimage travel, with extensive knowledge of Local and global sacred destinations and a commitment to providing exceptional service.

Our Mission:

Our mission is to provide pilgrims and travelers with an opportunity to connect with their faith and spirituality while exploring sacred destinations in Kenya and around the world. We aim to be the bridge that connects you with the divine and ensures a hassle-free, spiritually fulfilling journey.

We are often asked about alternative ways of going for a spiritual retreat of pilgrimage.  Simply put, we’ll figure out a way that fits your needs and desires.  Here are a few alternatives for you to consider:

1. Customized tours for Groups-ideal for Church Pilgrimages, Youth Groups, Schools and Universities.
2. Private Tours-suitable for 2 to 12 travelers.  These tours are great for smaller groups, families, travelers travelling for more in-depth tours and those that are going for the first time that want more flexibility in the itinerary.  We can combine a pilgrimage with other experiences like a wild safari, photography tours and much, much more.