| Welcome to NYAKA Volunteer & Visitor Guide Nyaka AIDS School started in 2001 offers education to AIDS orphans and needy children in Kambuga Kanungu District in South Western Uganda. Nyaka is a primary school for needy AIDS orphans. The school focuses on children who have not been attending school, due to a lack of school fees and other social problems. Nyaka School is helping to mitigate the impacts of an illiterate society and provide these children with a future. The 2006 in-take saw the school increase the number to 150 children. Volunteer Programs Nyaka has many opportunities for volunteers, teams and mission groups and all people interested in touching children lives. The only qualification is your willingness to serve and experience life like you have never done before. You will find a way of impacting this deserving community and the children in one of our programs. Skills Needed Construction workers, managers, doctors, nurses, teachers, fundraisers, college and high school students in all fields, and evangelists are all welcome. Whatever your interest is, you will serve these deserving children, and you will also learn so much from them and the community they live in. List of our programs.
Benefits of Joining Nyaka Volunteer Tour
Visit Uganda and Volunteer Program If you have passion for Nature and African Culture we recommend that you combine your Africa Holiday, Vacation or Safari experience with Volunteering at Nyaka. Nyaka is located about 40Kms from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and about 30kms from Queen Elizabeth National park. Most Volunteers and visitors of Nyaka have either been on their Mountain Gorilla or Safari in Uganda. If you would like to make your Holiday or Vacation an exceptional one by sparing some days to visit and Volunteer at Nyaka, contact Samuel Mugisha Nyaka Travel & Volunteer Coordinator at info@africantraveladvisor.com More Information on Nyaka Volunteering Contact Jackson Kaguri Founder/Director STSAD Inc/Nyaka AIDS Orphans School P O BOX 339 East Lansing, MI 48826 Email: tjk@nyakaschool.org Website: www.nyakaschool.org |
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Travel Information
When You decide to go to Uganda, Nyaka Volunteer
Depending on your country/region of departure, acquiring a ticket to Uganda
may be the first thing you need to consider as a priority. Unfortunately flights
to Uganda (generally East Africa) are still at a higher side compared to other
regions BUT within AFFORDABLE RANGES. The number of Direct Flights from
Europe and Asia are increasing.
Air ticket
The Ease with which you will get the ticket depends on your budget. However
expect a ticket price to start from $1,500 from USA, North America, Australia
& Asia; $1,000 on wards from Europe. There are chances of getting
discounted tickets especially for Student travellers but are rare especially if
you need to book well ahead in advance and to plan your Nyaka volunteer trip.
Check with your Favourite Travel Agent to book a trip Air Ticket. Airlines with
Flights to Uganda include;
You may need to ask your Favourite Travel agency, which Airline has a code
share with any of the Airlines fly in to Uganda. The port of destination is
Entebbe International Airport.
INFO: Previous volunteers have travelled with SN Brussels, KLM, and
Emirates. Contact your Travel Agent or search for discount Tickets at http:
www.statravel.com or at http://www.travelocity.com Air Port Code is EBB,
Airport City is Kampala or Entebbe if you will want to do an Internet search we
hope this information will be helpful.
Visa
You need a tourist to visit Uganda. Ugandan visas are issued at our
Missions/Embassies abroad http://www.mofa.go.ug/mission_abroad.php and
also at the Entry/Exit Points e.g. Entebbe, Busia, Malaba etc.. Underlying the
Uganda Visa Policy is the principle of reciprocity that is all countries that
require visas for Ugandans are also visa prone in Uganda. For more details
about which countries have VISA exemption check at http://www.mofa.go.
ug/immigration.php
Visa Fees
Student Visa US$20
Single Entry US$30
Multiple Entry 6 months US$80
Multiple Entry 1 year US160
Inland Transit US$15
Immunization
Once you decide you would like to visit Nyaka in Uganda, you should read
through the information below and then consult you personal physician
and/or local public health department at least seven months prior to you
projected departure date. This will allow sufficient time to receive the
immunizations in a timely order for maximum effectiveness and the least
discomfort. Consult CDC Health Information for Travelers to East Africa. http:
//www.cdc.gov/travel/eafrica.htm
Note that Yellow Fever injection must be administered and authenticated (on
Form PHS-731) by a recognized Yellow Fever Vaccinating Center.
Travel & Health Insurance
We recommend that you take some for of travel and health insurance. If you
use a CREDIT card to purchase your ticket most times it has some form of
travel insurance cover. You may also buy travel insurance separately or just
top up the Credit card cover if you have any.
There are International Air Ambulance (IAA) clinics in Uganda, which can over
excellent service in case of emergency illness. Find details at http://www.img.
co.ug/cfm/index.cfm?ID=44 or http://www.img.co.ug/cfm/index.cfm?id=11
There are other private clinics and hospitals that offer excellent good services.
At Nyaka School, Kambuga Hospital is less than 2Kms away. All the same we
hope you will not get sick while in Uganda.
When You decide to go to Uganda, Nyaka Volunteer
Depending on your country/region of departure, acquiring a ticket to Uganda
may be the first thing you need to consider as a priority. Unfortunately flights
to Uganda (generally East Africa) are still at a higher side compared to other
regions BUT within AFFORDABLE RANGES. The number of Direct Flights from
Europe and Asia are increasing.
Air ticket
The Ease with which you will get the ticket depends on your budget. However
expect a ticket price to start from $1,500 from USA, North America, Australia
& Asia; $1,000 on wards from Europe. There are chances of getting
discounted tickets especially for Student travellers but are rare especially if
you need to book well ahead in advance and to plan your Nyaka volunteer trip.
Check with your Favourite Travel Agent to book a trip Air Ticket. Airlines with
Flights to Uganda include;
- British Airways
- KLM/Royal Dutch Airlines
- Emirates Airlines
- SN Brussels
- Kenya Airways
- Egypt Air
- Eithiopia Airlines.
You may need to ask your Favourite Travel agency, which Airline has a code
share with any of the Airlines fly in to Uganda. The port of destination is
Entebbe International Airport.
INFO: Previous volunteers have travelled with SN Brussels, KLM, and
Emirates. Contact your Travel Agent or search for discount Tickets at http:
www.statravel.com or at http://www.travelocity.com Air Port Code is EBB,
Airport City is Kampala or Entebbe if you will want to do an Internet search we
hope this information will be helpful.
Visa
You need a tourist to visit Uganda. Ugandan visas are issued at our
Missions/Embassies abroad http://www.mofa.go.ug/mission_abroad.php and
also at the Entry/Exit Points e.g. Entebbe, Busia, Malaba etc.. Underlying the
Uganda Visa Policy is the principle of reciprocity that is all countries that
require visas for Ugandans are also visa prone in Uganda. For more details
about which countries have VISA exemption check at http://www.mofa.go.
ug/immigration.php
Visa Fees
Student Visa US$20
Single Entry US$30
Multiple Entry 6 months US$80
Multiple Entry 1 year US160
Inland Transit US$15
Immunization
Once you decide you would like to visit Nyaka in Uganda, you should read
through the information below and then consult you personal physician
and/or local public health department at least seven months prior to you
projected departure date. This will allow sufficient time to receive the
immunizations in a timely order for maximum effectiveness and the least
discomfort. Consult CDC Health Information for Travelers to East Africa. http:
//www.cdc.gov/travel/eafrica.htm
Note that Yellow Fever injection must be administered and authenticated (on
Form PHS-731) by a recognized Yellow Fever Vaccinating Center.
Travel & Health Insurance
We recommend that you take some for of travel and health insurance. If you
use a CREDIT card to purchase your ticket most times it has some form of
travel insurance cover. You may also buy travel insurance separately or just
top up the Credit card cover if you have any.
There are International Air Ambulance (IAA) clinics in Uganda, which can over
excellent service in case of emergency illness. Find details at http://www.img.
co.ug/cfm/index.cfm?ID=44 or http://www.img.co.ug/cfm/index.cfm?id=11
There are other private clinics and hospitals that offer excellent good services.
At Nyaka School, Kambuga Hospital is less than 2Kms away. All the same we
hope you will not get sick while in Uganda.
| Aoki (Japan) & Susan (USA) Oct 2005 |
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Samuel Mugisha
BIC TOURS & TRAVEL
Travel Planning & Coordination
P.O. Box 29878 Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256-712-305045
Mobile: +256-772-582505
Email: info@africantraveladvisor.com
BIC TOURS & TRAVEL
Travel Planning & Coordination
P.O. Box 29878 Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256-712-305045
Mobile: +256-772-582505
Email: info@africantraveladvisor.com
Jackson Kaguri
Founder/Director
STSAD Inc/Nyaka AIDS Orphans School
P O BOX 339 East Lansing, MI 48826
Email: tjk@nyakaschool.org
Founder/Director
STSAD Inc/Nyaka AIDS Orphans School
P O BOX 339 East Lansing, MI 48826
Email: tjk@nyakaschool.org
Sempa Abu Barkr
National Coordinator
Nyaka School/Nyaka AIDS Foundation
Tel: +256752-404153
Email:sempaabu@hotmail.com
National Coordinator
Nyaka School/Nyaka AIDS Foundation
Tel: +256752-404153
Email:sempaabu@hotmail.com
Before You Depart
Nyaka is continuously receiving requests for volunteering at Nyaka School. We
can only take as maximum of 5 resident & Long Stay volunteers at a time.
Volunteer schedules may range from a month to a maximum of 4 Months.
Extension is possible upon satisfactory performance as well as the volunteer’s
adaptation to Nyaka School community. You will need to apply and be
evaluated for eligibility.
Eligibility
Nyaka will take on to categories of volunteers; Short Stay & Long Stay
Volunteers. Short Stay volunteers can stay from one day to less than a
month. They can be groups or individuals. You or your group will be assigned
to s specific task or activity that is available at the time of your visit. You may
choose to visit Nyaka at any time of the year as long as you inform Nyaka and
Nyaka Travel Coordinator in time at least 1 month in advance of your
intension to volunteer at Nyaka. This is a perfect situation to combine your
Safari with Volunteer at Nyaka. See Sample Itinerary Nyaka Volunteer & Safari
Long Stay Holiday volunteers can stay for a period ranging from 1- 4
Months. This will usually require application to Nyaka at least 3 Months in
advance. Long term volunteers will usually be involved in TEACHING,
community health and administration services when needed.
To be considered for Nyaka Volunteer Placement one must meet the following
Criteria
1. Aged 18 Years
2. Secured or can secure Funding for your Stay period
3. Has Interest in Children
4. Can Speak & read Basic English
5. Both Male & Female Volunteers welcome
6. All Nationalities are welcome as long as other factors are met.
Timing & Schedule
Nyaka welcomes volunteers any time of the year. However for long-term stay
volunteer placements efforts will be made to match placements with the Nyaka
School calendar. On other hand, most volunteers may want to volunteer
during their summer holidays, fall, or after college. Nyaka will try to take on
volunteers when there are activities going on where they can participate
meaningfully.
Budget Check List
Nyaka is continuously receiving requests for volunteering at Nyaka School. We
can only take as maximum of 5 resident & Long Stay volunteers at a time.
Volunteer schedules may range from a month to a maximum of 4 Months.
Extension is possible upon satisfactory performance as well as the volunteer’s
adaptation to Nyaka School community. You will need to apply and be
evaluated for eligibility.
Eligibility
Nyaka will take on to categories of volunteers; Short Stay & Long Stay
Volunteers. Short Stay volunteers can stay from one day to less than a
month. They can be groups or individuals. You or your group will be assigned
to s specific task or activity that is available at the time of your visit. You may
choose to visit Nyaka at any time of the year as long as you inform Nyaka and
Nyaka Travel Coordinator in time at least 1 month in advance of your
intension to volunteer at Nyaka. This is a perfect situation to combine your
Safari with Volunteer at Nyaka. See Sample Itinerary Nyaka Volunteer & Safari
Long Stay Holiday volunteers can stay for a period ranging from 1- 4
Months. This will usually require application to Nyaka at least 3 Months in
advance. Long term volunteers will usually be involved in TEACHING,
community health and administration services when needed.
To be considered for Nyaka Volunteer Placement one must meet the following
Criteria
1. Aged 18 Years
2. Secured or can secure Funding for your Stay period
3. Has Interest in Children
4. Can Speak & read Basic English
5. Both Male & Female Volunteers welcome
6. All Nationalities are welcome as long as other factors are met.
Timing & Schedule
Nyaka welcomes volunteers any time of the year. However for long-term stay
volunteer placements efforts will be made to match placements with the Nyaka
School calendar. On other hand, most volunteers may want to volunteer
during their summer holidays, fall, or after college. Nyaka will try to take on
volunteers when there are activities going on where they can participate
meaningfully.
Budget Check List
- Air Ticket
- Inland Transport
- Accommodation
- Feeding
- Personal effects
When You Arrive in Uganda
BIC RESOURCES Ltd will continue to offer travel services to Nyaka Visitors
and volunteers. BIC Resources is a travel agency that will handle your travel
arrangements for your placement at Nyaka School.
Samuel Mugisha, the founder and Director of BIC Resources will be your travel
coordinator.
Airport Pick Up
There is only one airport to fly into called Entebbe International Airport, which
is 45 minutes away from the capital city of Kampala. You will be met at the
Airport by BIC Tours & Travel designated staff for your trip. You will be helped
to transfer to Kampala City and Check in at Hotel/Guest house that will have
been booked. This Airport Transfer will cost about $30 car and fuel inclusive.
Most times Samuel Mugisha, will be you Travel Coordinator and will guide you
through orientation of your Nyaka Volunteer Trip or shot stay. You will also
meet with other Nyaka Volunteers based in Kampala. In case you are a bigger
group, a joint welcome/orientation event may be organized where the Uganda
based Staff Volunteer will answer all you questions concerns you may have at
this time before you proceed to Nyaka School.
Nyaka is located in Kanungu District, about 600km Southwestern part of
Uganda. The drive takes about 7-8hours on a tarmac road. Nyaka are
located in Kambuga sub –county, Nyakagyezi Parish. If you travel by
Bus you will ask the Bus Conductor to get off from Kambuga Hospital
Stage. You will ask any body about Nyaka school and they will direct you. For
more information check http://www.kanungu.go.ug/index.htm
Transport
BIC will arrange your transport to Kampala. Depending on your budget, BIC
will recommend and arrange the best transport option for you. Nyaka School
is accessible by the Kampala-Kihiihi road by bus. We recommend the first time
that you travel with a local guide if it is your first time to be in Uganda. This
bus trip will cost you about $20 if you travel alone and $60 if you travel with a
local guide who will need to return to Kampala. We can also try to coordinate
times with others arriving which in that case would make it easy to pick you
and others up at the same time. Sometimes this coordination is possible and
sometimes not. But never fear, all will work out.
Note: The Bus trip can be a bit intimidating first time as there are delays of
departure, a lot of stopovers, a bit crowded, etc with limited comfort. But
imagine the backpacker style then the bus trip will be fun for you especially
with a local guide.
If you are not budget constraint we recommend that you take a hired car with
a driver. The car rental option is also advisable when you are traveling to
Nyaka for a few days or when combining the trip with lots of safari game
viewing activities. The car rental cost in Uganda is unfortunately considerably
on a higher side in the region so the Fuel (Gas) cost. However the comfort of
travel through the beautiful vast plains, green hills and valleys with the liberty
to stop at any spot to have a close look, take a leisurely drive in the nearby
park is work the car rental cost. Car rental cost will be about $125 per day
with a driver (fuel/gas paid separately) for a standard 4WD.
Contact BIC for detailed quotation info@africantraveladvisor.com
Money Issues
Most of the place payments will be made in Uganda Shillings. Some places you
may pay in USD. You will need to change some of your USD dollars into
Uganda shillings. The foreign exchange market in Uganda is liberalized with
many Forex bureaus competing with banks to offer better rates. There can be
a big shift in a week. BIC tour guide will help you to identify the exchange
point that gives the best rate.
NOTE:
Foreign Currency: USD is the most widely accepted foreign currency in
Uganda. Bring with you USD which can easily be exchanged at a Forex
Bureau. Older notes produced below year 2000 as well as USD notes of $1,
$5, & $10 and $20 (at some Forex Bureau) attract lower rates. Bring crisp
new undamaged $100 bills with “Big Ben” on them. These bring the best
exchange rate. They are no longer accepting older bills for exchange, so your
$100 bills must be 2000 series or newer (printed in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003,
etc.). Euros are also widely accepted at many Forex Bureau.
Travellers Cheques: can be used at some locations but are charged high
rates. We recommend that you do not bring Travelers Checks. They are really
hard to cash even in Kampala and will cost you a lot to cash them.
Credit Cards: Using any kind of credit or debit card is by chance. A VISA
card can be used at Barclays Bank locations to withdraw USD cash at a
nominal charge. MasterCard & AMEX can also be used at some
establishments in Kampala & up market lodges in National parks.
Telephone & E-mail Communication
Telephone: We recommend that you bring with you a mobile phone set if you
are to stay for more than three months. We will recommend that best
telephone service provider (MTN http://www.mtn.co.ug/personal/vas.htm, UTL
http://www.utl.co.ug/utl.php?t=personal&i=1) which allows mobile phone e-
mail or SMS.
Alternatively, BIC will provide a mobile PHONE to use during your short stay in
Kampala +256-71-305045 at a small rental fee & buy your own international
calling card. You will be able to keep in touch with your family & friends. You
keep in touch with your (important) business during stay in Uganda and at
Nyaka.
If you don’t fancy mobile phones, Nyaka School will have a fixed phone by Mid
2006 where you can receive calls.
E-mail communication: There are various Internet cafes in Kampala. BIC will
arrange and book Internet café where you can send check & send and e-mails
while in Kampala. When you travel to Nyaka, in extreme need to check you
email you will need to travel about 50-80kms to the nearest Town with
Internet connection. A Tele-centre has been opened at Bwindi Gorilla National
Park, which is about 30kms from Nyaka School, this could also be the option.
Accommodation
Nyaka Guest House: Nyaka School is building a guesthouse where we will
charge a small fee $10 a day for house keeping and food if you want it
prepared. The guesthouse will have a general kitchen where you may need to
cook a private meal.
Home Stay: We recommend home stay only a few weeks of your stay. As
long as the guest House will be available, we recommend that volunteers stay
at the school. If you are passionate about staying with a local family let us
know so we can arrange a host family for you. During orientation, you will
inform the organizers how long you would want to stay with a Host Family
stating clearly your EXPECTATIONS. If your expectations meet the
requirements of the host families available you will be informed of the host
family selected for you and how long you will stay with host Family.
Lodging & Camping: Depending on your group, duration of stay, you may
choose to do a camping experience at Nyaka School. Bring with you camping
equipments. Some of the camping equipments can be bought cheaply in
Kampala.
Food & Drinks
Uganda has a variety of food and fruits. Traditional foods include banana, Irish
potato. There are lots of fresh vegetables and fruits. We are sure you will get
used to Ugandan fresh foods, vegetables and fruits.
NOTE: The food tends to be of the unprocessed kind, so one may not really
find much tinned stuff!
BIC RESOURCES Ltd will continue to offer travel services to Nyaka Visitors
and volunteers. BIC Resources is a travel agency that will handle your travel
arrangements for your placement at Nyaka School.
Samuel Mugisha, the founder and Director of BIC Resources will be your travel
coordinator.
Airport Pick Up
There is only one airport to fly into called Entebbe International Airport, which
is 45 minutes away from the capital city of Kampala. You will be met at the
Airport by BIC Tours & Travel designated staff for your trip. You will be helped
to transfer to Kampala City and Check in at Hotel/Guest house that will have
been booked. This Airport Transfer will cost about $30 car and fuel inclusive.
Most times Samuel Mugisha, will be you Travel Coordinator and will guide you
through orientation of your Nyaka Volunteer Trip or shot stay. You will also
meet with other Nyaka Volunteers based in Kampala. In case you are a bigger
group, a joint welcome/orientation event may be organized where the Uganda
based Staff Volunteer will answer all you questions concerns you may have at
this time before you proceed to Nyaka School.
Nyaka is located in Kanungu District, about 600km Southwestern part of
Uganda. The drive takes about 7-8hours on a tarmac road. Nyaka are
located in Kambuga sub –county, Nyakagyezi Parish. If you travel by
Bus you will ask the Bus Conductor to get off from Kambuga Hospital
Stage. You will ask any body about Nyaka school and they will direct you. For
more information check http://www.kanungu.go.ug/index.htm
Transport
BIC will arrange your transport to Kampala. Depending on your budget, BIC
will recommend and arrange the best transport option for you. Nyaka School
is accessible by the Kampala-Kihiihi road by bus. We recommend the first time
that you travel with a local guide if it is your first time to be in Uganda. This
bus trip will cost you about $20 if you travel alone and $60 if you travel with a
local guide who will need to return to Kampala. We can also try to coordinate
times with others arriving which in that case would make it easy to pick you
and others up at the same time. Sometimes this coordination is possible and
sometimes not. But never fear, all will work out.
Note: The Bus trip can be a bit intimidating first time as there are delays of
departure, a lot of stopovers, a bit crowded, etc with limited comfort. But
imagine the backpacker style then the bus trip will be fun for you especially
with a local guide.
If you are not budget constraint we recommend that you take a hired car with
a driver. The car rental option is also advisable when you are traveling to
Nyaka for a few days or when combining the trip with lots of safari game
viewing activities. The car rental cost in Uganda is unfortunately considerably
on a higher side in the region so the Fuel (Gas) cost. However the comfort of
travel through the beautiful vast plains, green hills and valleys with the liberty
to stop at any spot to have a close look, take a leisurely drive in the nearby
park is work the car rental cost. Car rental cost will be about $125 per day
with a driver (fuel/gas paid separately) for a standard 4WD.
Contact BIC for detailed quotation info@africantraveladvisor.com
Money Issues
Most of the place payments will be made in Uganda Shillings. Some places you
may pay in USD. You will need to change some of your USD dollars into
Uganda shillings. The foreign exchange market in Uganda is liberalized with
many Forex bureaus competing with banks to offer better rates. There can be
a big shift in a week. BIC tour guide will help you to identify the exchange
point that gives the best rate.
NOTE:
- There is a culture of bargaining in Uganda. Also consult your tour guide
to check for Common Prices, as some places may want to charge a
relatively higher price to foreigners. - Before you get used to USD-Uganda shilling exchange rates (quick
calculations) utilize the services of your guide in your basic shopping in
Uganda. You will save time and a few dollars.
Foreign Currency: USD is the most widely accepted foreign currency in
Uganda. Bring with you USD which can easily be exchanged at a Forex
Bureau. Older notes produced below year 2000 as well as USD notes of $1,
$5, & $10 and $20 (at some Forex Bureau) attract lower rates. Bring crisp
new undamaged $100 bills with “Big Ben” on them. These bring the best
exchange rate. They are no longer accepting older bills for exchange, so your
$100 bills must be 2000 series or newer (printed in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003,
etc.). Euros are also widely accepted at many Forex Bureau.
Travellers Cheques: can be used at some locations but are charged high
rates. We recommend that you do not bring Travelers Checks. They are really
hard to cash even in Kampala and will cost you a lot to cash them.
Credit Cards: Using any kind of credit or debit card is by chance. A VISA
card can be used at Barclays Bank locations to withdraw USD cash at a
nominal charge. MasterCard & AMEX can also be used at some
establishments in Kampala & up market lodges in National parks.
Telephone & E-mail Communication
Telephone: We recommend that you bring with you a mobile phone set if you
are to stay for more than three months. We will recommend that best
telephone service provider (MTN http://www.mtn.co.ug/personal/vas.htm, UTL
http://www.utl.co.ug/utl.php?t=personal&i=1) which allows mobile phone e-
mail or SMS.
Alternatively, BIC will provide a mobile PHONE to use during your short stay in
Kampala +256-71-305045 at a small rental fee & buy your own international
calling card. You will be able to keep in touch with your family & friends. You
keep in touch with your (important) business during stay in Uganda and at
Nyaka.
If you don’t fancy mobile phones, Nyaka School will have a fixed phone by Mid
2006 where you can receive calls.
E-mail communication: There are various Internet cafes in Kampala. BIC will
arrange and book Internet café where you can send check & send and e-mails
while in Kampala. When you travel to Nyaka, in extreme need to check you
email you will need to travel about 50-80kms to the nearest Town with
Internet connection. A Tele-centre has been opened at Bwindi Gorilla National
Park, which is about 30kms from Nyaka School, this could also be the option.
Accommodation
Nyaka Guest House: Nyaka School is building a guesthouse where we will
charge a small fee $10 a day for house keeping and food if you want it
prepared. The guesthouse will have a general kitchen where you may need to
cook a private meal.
Home Stay: We recommend home stay only a few weeks of your stay. As
long as the guest House will be available, we recommend that volunteers stay
at the school. If you are passionate about staying with a local family let us
know so we can arrange a host family for you. During orientation, you will
inform the organizers how long you would want to stay with a Host Family
stating clearly your EXPECTATIONS. If your expectations meet the
requirements of the host families available you will be informed of the host
family selected for you and how long you will stay with host Family.
Lodging & Camping: Depending on your group, duration of stay, you may
choose to do a camping experience at Nyaka School. Bring with you camping
equipments. Some of the camping equipments can be bought cheaply in
Kampala.
Food & Drinks
Uganda has a variety of food and fruits. Traditional foods include banana, Irish
potato. There are lots of fresh vegetables and fruits. We are sure you will get
used to Ugandan fresh foods, vegetables and fruits.
NOTE: The food tends to be of the unprocessed kind, so one may not really
find much tinned stuff!
| See what Volunteers of Nyaka are doing for Nyaka Instead of building a school, we decided that we would support an already existing one. We picked the Nyaka AIDS Orphans School, a school for AIDS orphans in Nyakagyezi, Uganda, and we started a pen pal correspondence between the girls in Girls for Girls and the students at Nyaka.... Girls for Girls held a really successful fundraiser in support of the Nyaka AIDS Orphans School. We raised over four thousand dollars -- far exceeding our goal for the night. Next year, the students at the Nyaka AIDS Orphans School will be playing basketball on a court that we built. They will be reading books that we've bought and using mathematical sets that we've provided. By Isabel Kaplan Los Angeles. Website: http://www.girls4girls.org/ Web-Blog: Click Here |