Farm work in Uganda
- Urban everyday life
- Varied activities
- Diverse cuisine
Volunteering at the Farming Project is all about sustainable agriculture. You get to know modern agricultural methods, you can look over the shoulders of the staff and get actively involved in the project. You have a wide range of tasks that can be tailored to your previous knowledge and personal interests. Support the project in the production of food and help pass on agricultural know-how to the local population!
Greater Kampala region
from 16 years
4 - 52 weeks
/ from €1.090
Wednesday, Sunday
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.
What's the matter?
Although Uganda is a relatively fertile country, extreme weather conditions and the resulting spread of pests endanger the harvests. This is worrying because around 80% of export earnings are gained from agriculture. The main products are coffee, tea, cotton, tobacco, vanilla, honey, cut flowers and cocoa. Fish is also one of the most successful export goods from Uganda.
Your placement is a non-profit center near Kampala, the capital of Uganda. This operates sustainable agriculture in order to achieve high yields and conserve natural resources. The center includes a poultry farm with laying hens, a livestock farm with goats, pigs, rabbits and cattle, a fish farm and an apiary. In addition, knowledge about sustainable agriculture is passed on to the population in the center.
There are also gardens and beds for growing green tea and various types of vegetables and fruits such as watermelons, bananas and cassava. A tree nursery and cultivation areas for fodder plants are also part of the deployment site. The farming project also produces organic fertilizer and biogas.
The aim of the project work is to disseminate modern cultivation methods and to enable the local population to manage available land sensibly. In addition, the yield of the harvest should be increased. If you enjoy working in the great outdoors and are passionate about sustainable agriculture, then farm work in Uganda is for you!
Your tasks as a volunteer
As a volunteer, you can get involved in all areas. You will work in a team with local colleagues and other volunteers. You help with the poultry farming and at the hatchery. In the field of animal husbandry, you take care of the animals, feed them and help to treat sick animals. In the fish farm you feed the fish, change the water and keep records of the population. Depending on the season, you can also help with the production of honey. In the field of horticulture, you support the preparation of the breeding beds and the cultivation of fruit and vegetables.
You will help with tree planting and help with the production of fertilizers and biogas. If you have the appropriate prior knowledge, you can get involved in training programs. Other possible activities are in the areas of food preparation, visitor tours and website support.
Your working hours may vary. However, you will work a maximum of 40 hours a week and eight hours a day. You have the weekend off. The on-site team will discuss your daily work schedule with you. Breakfast is usually at 8:30 a.m. Excursions to other agricultural centers often take place.
There is a shorter break in the morning and a lunch break. Your life on site is close to nature and varied. The bucket shower and eco-toilet (pit latrine) provide an extra portion of adventure flair!
Accommodation Catering
Accommodation on the farm in Uganda
In Namungongo, Greater Kampala, you will be accommodated with up to 14 other volunteers directly at your place of work. The dormitories have bunk beds, but if you would like a single room, this can be requested for a fee.
The accommodation is equipped with an authentic bucket shower and running electricity. You will also find a typical latrine there. You don't have to worry about your laundry: During your stay, your laundry can be washed for a small fee.
Your breakfast and dinner will also be provided at the project location. If you would like to prepare something yourself or are planning a cooking evening with the other volunteers, you can buy food in the surrounding supermarkets and prepare it in your kitchen!
Location
Greater Kampala region
The metropolis and capital Kampala is located in southern Uganda. Here you will find small busy streets, modern skyscrapers, restaurants and a lively nightlife. So there is a lot to discover!
With a bit of luck you can even see marabou storks hatching their young in the middle of the city center, near the rugby court! Trees and hills adorn the cityscape around the center. The streets are full of so-called boda-bodas - these are bicycle taxis, which most people in Uganda use to get around.
But not only the capital has a lot to offer: the further you drive out of Kampala, the more adventure awaits you during your trip. Kampala is considered Uganda's transport hub, which is why all our projects are located in the greater Kampala area. The capital is also not far from Africa's most famous freshwater lake, "Lake Victoria".
So you've come to the right place if you want to experience Uganda intensively - both life in the metropolis and the landscapes in the surrounding area!
Your free time in the greater Kampala region
Welcome to the Greater Kampala Region! The capital of Uganda is the best place to learn about the country's rich history and culture. For example, you will find the "Uganda Museum" here, which is one of the best museums in Africa with its large collection of cultural and historical treasures. In addition, numerous churches, mosques and other places of worship bear witness to the great heterogeneity and diversity of the country.
Away from the culture you will find many markets, restaurants and bars in the lively city as well as a nightlife that can easily keep up with the European metropolises. Kampala is also a real institution when it comes to street food. “Luwombo”, an elaborate cooking dish that is prepared and served in a banana leaf, is particularly popular.
Do you need a short break from the chaotic city life? Then explore the outskirts of Kampala. Lake Victoria is only a few kilometers away. The coasts and numerous small islands that you will find on Africa's largest lake are definitely worth a visit. And the rest of Uganda is chock-full of must-see attractions if you find the time.
The waterfalls of the Murchison Falls National Park or the Ruwenzori Mountains with peaks over 5000 meters are definitely among them. You should also not miss a tour to see the rare mountain gorillas. Because: The last specimens live exclusively in Uganda and the neighboring countries.
For more (insider) tips, you can also get in touch with your local contact at any time.
On-site procedure
Arrival in Uganda
Arriving at Entebbe Airport, you will be picked up by one of our team members who will take you to Kampala. The transfer from the airport to Kampala is included in the services and takes about an hour, depending on traffic. Our team ensures that you arrive safely at the accommodation and is your contact person for the entire duration of your assignment in Uganda.
In the first one or two days you will be accommodated with our host family in Kampala. There you will also meet other volunteers with whom you can share your experiences in Uganda.
Orientation program in Kampala
During the first two days that you are accommodated in Kampala, our team will prepare you for your upcoming stay in Uganda. You will be offered activities and individual excursions that will help you to get to know the country and the people better. Our team will also show you what you need to consider so that you can find your way around the area and inform you about your activities and tasks in your project.
The program includes, among other things: sightseeing in Kampala, visiting a market, changing money and getting a SIM card, Ugandan cuisine, getting to know public transport, ...
After the orientation program, our staff will take you to your accommodation.
Your first day in the project
After the orientation program, the staff will take you to your accommodation. Which accommodation you end up in depends on your location and project. Your placement is always as close as possible to your accommodation. Each project position has different working hours, which will be discussed with you right at the beginning of your assignment. On the first day you will get to know the employees and the work processes and you will be briefed on your tasks.
Pricing
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4 weeks of participationbase fee€ 1.090, -
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up to 48 weeksextension week€ 130, - / week
included
Services
Before departure
- Individual advice and support from our trained RGV team in Munich
- Organization including placement in the project and coordination of your stay on site
- Assistance with preparation: visa, health care, travel insurance, etc.
- Non-binding flight advice
- Travel ABC with packing list for your travel preparation
- RGV t-shirt
On site
- Airport transfer on the agreed arrival and departure days
- Accommodation at the job site
- Meals: Breakfast and dinner
- Orientation program with the team on site
- Support and guidance from the on-site team
- RGV 24h emergency number
- Project t-shirt to wear during on-site activities
After return
- Participation confirmation of your voluntary commitment
- Reflection course on your experiences abroad
- Evaluation sheet and optional feedback discussion
not included
Services
- Round trip
- Private expenses on site
- Excursions with microlight flights
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- Visa and Vaccinations
- All nights outside your agreed accommodation
- Public transport and extra transfers
- Drinks
Individual
Recommended additional offers
& must-haves
Would you prefer to stay in a single room? Are you vegan or do you have special requests for food? Or do you want to do some cool trips with other volunteers in your free time and explore the country?
With us, you benefit from a variety of optional additional services that you can add individually to your booking, depending on your preferences.
Cheap flights with our flight partner thanks to volunteer rates.
Would you like to receive a cheap flight offer for your stay abroad that is perfectly tailored to you? After you have successfully registered, you can have a non-binding offer created.
The excellent rates for volunteers, students and young people are a great advantage. Arrival times and flight time changes can also be sent directly to RGV upon request, so that our RGV teams in the destination countries are always informed about your arrival times.
These special tariffs give you special added value:
- maximum flexibility for rebookings and cancellations
- generous baggage allowance
- Additional discounts on one-way flights: The new volunteer tariffs include attractive discounts to reduce your financial burden on one-way flights (e.g. for stopovers, project or country combinations).
Benefit from the 4 in 1 ERGO travel insurance.
You can easily book the long-term travel protection of ERGO Reiseversicherung after you have registered. You will receive the links to this automatically after a successful registration.
The following building blocks are included:
- Health Insurance
- Comfort protection: accident, liability and interruption insurance
- Travel insurance
- Interactive online TEFL/TESOL course for volunteers
- Interactive online TEFL/TESOL course
- Language courses for volunteers and interns in Uganda
- English language course in Kampala
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Two tools to get you started on your personal developmentPersonal development introductory courseFree of charge
Greater Kampala region
Team
site
Joseph is the team leader of our Uganda team and is actively supported by his wife. Since we offer different project locations in Uganda, RGV team leader Joseph usually accompanies you during the transfer from the airport to the location and back.
If you have any questions or problems, you can always count on Joseph’s support. He is actively involved in his non-profit project work for the population in his country and would be happy to receive your support and ideas!
“Tusanyuse okukulaba!” - “You're welcome"
Volunteers talk about their experiences Joint commitment - big impact!
Farm work in Uganda
There are so many impressions, experiences and stories that I could tell you about, but I can only advise everyone to experience it for themselves. I have not regretted for a second that I did my voluntary service in Uganda.
01.08.2020
John
Field report from farm work in Uganda
In my first week I was able to actively help with a project to grow banana trees and subsequently improve many things in the administrative area of the organization.
01.08.2020
Bettina
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FAQ
to the project
How far in advance do I have to register?
Ideally your registration takes place at least 3-6 months before the desired departure date, But also short-term registrations are up 1-2 months before the planned departure is possible.
But it could be that your dream project is already booked. In this case we will try together to find a suitable alternative for you.
Can I travel with a friend or in a group?
Yes! On request we enable a double room if you for two with a friend or a friend, or an apartment or other suitable accommodation for groups.
We are very happy to enable our participants to go on a project and share accommodation with friends. Shared accommodation is usually possible both in the volunteer house and with the host family, although the room in the volunteer house may also be shared with other participants. In some locations there is also the option of sharing an apartment.
When registering, please always mention the person(s) traveling with you!
Can I combine projects?
Yes! You can combine projects at one location, at different locations, but also in different countries. It is also possible to combine a project with a trip. You can specify your desired combination directly when registering.
Combination options at a glance:
- Combine programs in one country
- Combine programs across countries
- Combine a program with a language course
- Combine a program with ours Adventure & Trips
There are a few things Project combinations to note: The minimum length of stay per project must be observed and you may incur additional costs for country combinations, for example for an intermediate flight.
What are the project fees used for?
Although we are a non-profit organization, there are costs associated with volunteering abroad. Find out here, why volunteering requires money and what your project fee is used for.
What visa do I need for Uganda?
You need a tourist visa for Uganda. You can apply for this online in advance. You will then receive the visa upon arrival, where you will also pay the visa fees (about €50). The visa is valid for 90 days.
An extension is possible on site and costs about 100 €.
What language skills do I need for the project in Uganda?
A good knowledge of English is required, and a Luganda language course is also recommended.
What vaccinations/ health precautions do I need for Uganda?
Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter Uganda.
We generally recommend a consultation in a practice for travel and tropical medicine.
You can get general information about recommended health care and vaccinations online Center for Travel Medicine as well as on the side of Foreign Office.
What are the requirements for the environmental project?
No special prior knowledge is required to participate. Motivation, good health, the ability to work in a team, fun working outdoors and an interest in environmental issues are important.
What do I have to bring?
Clothing that can get dirty, ideally dungarees, rubber boots and work gloves. Female volunteers should wear clothing that covers their knees and arms.
Ready to volunteer in Uganda? Start your adventure abroad with Rainbow Garden Village!
Rainbow Garden Village has been offering volunteer work and internships abroad since 1999. What started as a small student initiative in Ghana has now grown into an organization with over 250 projects around the world.
You can be sure that your work as a volunteer will be an unforgettable experience. Bring your commitment and your knowledge to do good locally - and at the same time benefit from the unique experiences that will promote your personal development.
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to the volunteer
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Choose your volunteer project and register online.
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We will review your application and confirm your participation.
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Prepare for your assignment online or in our preparatory seminar in Munich.
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Here we go! During your volunteer work, we will support you at any time with our on-site team.
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