GoAbroad
The Real Uganda hero photo
Have you ever thought of volunteering in Uganda? logo

Have you ever thought of volunteering in Uganda?

by: The Real Uganda

9.75 (8)Verified

Ever thought of traveling to Uganda? Know that it's a peaceful, vibrant country. Ugandans are famous for their hospitality and LOVE working with international volunteers. The Real Uganda's volunteers are motivated, collaborative, self-starters, aged 18-65. They work year round in our integrated community development programs. Join our schools, organic farms, health centers, and women's groups....

Read More

Program Highlights

Engage in a variety of activities that help real people improve their lives.

Learn about the successes and challenges of life in a developing country.

Build life long relationships with local people and volunteers from all over the world.

Spend your time with empowered Ugandans, totally immersed in local culture and way of life.

Enjoy weekends exploring Uganda. Choose from zip-lining in a rain forest, white water rafting the Nile, wildlife safari, and primate tracking.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Rural Areas, Uganda
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
Cost Per Week$100-300
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • AIDS
  • Arts
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development
  • Culture
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
See all program details

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

9.76

Total Reviews

8

The simple things in life

by: Kathy Lynch - AustraliaProgram: Have you ever thought of volunteering in Uganda?
10

My volunteering time with The Real Uganda was an eye opening experience and a reminder that a simple life can be so rewarding to others and myself. Learning from the locals and using my skills and knowledge with them was incredible. My experience was so life changing and memorable that nineteen years on, I am still in contact with the Real Uganda.

The Real Uganda logo
The Real Uganda responded to this reviewDecember 15, 2023

Aw, Kathy! Thanks so much for the kind words and tonnes of love over the years, Leslie

Amazing unforgettable experience

by: Deborah Pardon - United KingdomProgram: Have you ever thought of volunteering in Uganda?
10

From the moment we landed to the time we were collected for our return flight we were offered every opportunity to immerse ourselves in the Ugandan way of life. Amazing tour guides and travel partners.

Zip lining in the jungle

From volunteer to association founder

by: Jens Hirschfeld - GermanyProgram: Have you ever thought of volunteering in Uganda?
8

That's my (short) story from volunteering in Uganda in 2014 to founding my own NGO in Germany in November 2019. My time with The Real Uganda began in September 2014, on a rainy day in the middle of the night at the airport in Entebbe. Leslie from The Real Uganda picked me up and I spent the first 48h at her volunteer base in Mukono, enjoying a first orientation. I was then drawn to my chosen projects in Lugazi, an hour away from Mukono, on the third day. My current friend and project ...

Me & Ladies of Bulyantete after a game of NetballKids all around Eating sugarcane
Jens Hirschfeld video

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • Rural Areas, Uganda

Types & Subjects

  • AIDS
  • Arts
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Development

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Gap Year Timing:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities

Cost per week

$100-300

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Essay
  • Online Application

Related Programs

Browse programs you might like