People First
We design for real humans — with different strengths, personalities and learning styles.
About Us
Yana Team Building & Events is the corporate events and team development division of Yana Trekkers, an established travel and adventure company in East Africa. We help organizations build stronger teams, improve communication and enhance workplace culture through engaging, results-focused experiences.
Who We Are
Yana Team Building & Events is the corporate events and team development division of Yana Trekkers, an established travel and adventure company in East Africa.
We partner with organizations to build stronger teams, improve communication and enhance workplace culture through thoughtfully designed, engaging programs.
YANA means "You Are Never Alone", reflecting our belief that growth and success are achieved together. We design positive, connected and results-driven experiences that help teams feel supported and aligned.
From one-day team building sessions to multi-day retreats, our focus is on helping people work better together and carry the impact back into their everyday work.
What We Do
We design and deliver team and culture-building experiences for organizations of all sizes.
- Team building (indoor and outdoor) – from problem-solving challenges to adventure-based activities that build trust and collaboration.
- Corporate training programs – practical, skills-focused workshops on communication, leadership, culture and performance.
- Company events and celebrations – launches, staff fun days, recognition events and themed experiences that bring teams together.
- Retreats and overland adventure experiences – immersive getaways that combine learning, reflection and adventure in unique East African locations.
All our programs are tailored to your team’s goals, dynamics and workplace environment, ensuring every experience is relevant, inclusive and impactful.
What Drives Us
These are the principles that guide our work with your teams.
Play with Purpose
Activities are fun, but every activity must reinforce communication, trust or collaboration.
Impact that Lasts
We want teams to take something back to work the next day — not just memories, but tools.
Our Team
We are a team of professional facilitators, trainers and event coordinators passionate about helping people work better together.
Our backgrounds span organizational development, experiential learning, adventure travel and event management, allowing us to blend practical learning with engaging, memorable experiences.
Why Clients Choose Us
The reasons organizations across East Africa trust us with their teams.
Customized solutions
We take time to understand your organization, culture and objectives before designing your experience. Every program is tailored to your team’s needs.
Professional delivery
Our facilitators and coordinators are experienced, prepared and organized, managing logistics smoothly so you can focus on your people.
Fun with purpose
Our sessions are energetic and enjoyable, but every activity is linked to clear outcomes such as communication, trust and collaboration.
Results back at work
We design with impact in mind, helping teams translate insights from the experience into practical next steps in the workplace.
East African expertise
As part of Yana Trekkers, we bring deep local knowledge, unique venues and safe, well-run adventures across East Africa.
What clients say
Real feedback from teams we’ve worked with.
“They made it so easy to connect a large group.”
“The day was well structured and really fun.”
“We saw immediate impact in how people communicated.”
Want to build something for your team?
Tell us about your team and we’ll recommend the right experience.