A Cultural & Wildlife Immersion in Uganda
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A Cultural & Wildlife Immersion in Uganda 〰️
October 2026 | ~10 Days (including travel)
Join Start the Ripple and Jan’s Trips for a cultural and wildlife immersion in Uganda that combines community engagement, conservation focused wildlife experiences, and education. This trip directly supports Ebenezer Junior School, helping provide education and daily meals for more than 160 children who did not previously have access to formal schooling.
Participants will travel through urban centers, protected natural areas, and rural communities to gain a broad understanding of Uganda’s culture, history, and daily life.
Trip Overview
Departure from the United States, typically from Atlanta or Tallahassee Arrival in Entebbe, Uganda
Optional stopover in Amsterdam lasting approximately 20 to 24 hours to break up travel. If included, accommodation is covered. Personal expenses are not included.
Total trip length is approximately 10 days, including two travel days
What You Will Experience
Urban and cultural exploration in Kampala, Uganda’s capital city. Activities include traditional Ugandan drumming and dance performances, visits to local craft and artisan markets, and time spent learning about daily life in an urban setting.
Wildlife and conservation experiences begin at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where participants take part in guided white rhino trekking and learn about conservation efforts supporting this endangered species.
The trip continues to Murchison Falls National Park. Activities include game drives with opportunities to see lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and a wide variety of bird species. Participants will take a boat cruise along the Nile River to observe hippos and crocodiles and will visit the top of Murchison Falls, one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world.
Uganda offers the opportunity to see Africa’s Big Five within a single country.
Participants will also visit Lake Victoria, the second largest freshwater lake in the world and the source of the Nile River.
Community connection is a central part of the trip. Participants visit Ebenezer Junior School in a rural village, meet students, teachers, and community members, and learn how trip proceeds support education, nutrition, and long-term community development.
Why This Trip Matters
All proceeds from this trip support Start the Ripple’s work in Uganda. This includes feeding and educating more than 160 students at Ebenezer Junior School, supporting local teachers and staff, and strengthening access to education within the surrounding community.
Trip Leadership
The trip is co led by Jan DeCosmo and Courtlyn Wesolowski.
Jan DeCosmo is the founder of Jan’s Trips and has more than 20 years of experience leading educational and cultural immersion trips.
Courtlyn Wesolowski is the President and Founder of Start the Ripple and has worked closely with the Ebenezer Junior School community for many years.
What Is Included
International airfare
Ugandan visa
Accommodation
Ground transportation
Meals in Uganda
Park entry fees and activity permits
Guided excursions and cultural experiences
Not included are personal expenses and optional personal spending during the Amsterdam stopover, if applicable.
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Interested in Joining
This trip is limited to 10-12 participants; spots are filling up—sign up today!
For questions, detailed itineraries, or registration information, please contact Jan DeCosmo at: jans-trips@comcast.net
