Work and Travel in Mukono

WORK IN MUKONO ALL YEAR ROUND

Are you planning to visit Uganda for business, safari, and tour or just for a volunteer vacation? Or you just have a friend, relative or a loved one who plans visit Uganda soon?

If you the answer is yes- then why not explore and discover the hidden adventures of Uganda with us!

We are the Amazing Expeditions! I am Sandy and who extends a warm welcome to you to Uganda.

We are a comfortable Ugandan family in Mukono district; 2 minutes drive from down town. Really good home, cooking and caring hospitality, well arranged rooms, a sitting room with T.V and Wi-Fi.

We are people who love meeting new friends and making connections. We just don’t get satisfied with meeting only people of our area and it’s the reason behind the set up our Amazing Home as a host family to broaden our horizons in making friends from other countries and meet people from different cultures and backgrounds.

We are engaged in a number of activities and projects. We run a not-for-profit community development organization, a rural women support group and a school for needy children and several youth empowerment projects.

We are farmers and we love adventure! We are travel addicts, we love fun and we love to party, sometimes! For people interested in offering their skills as volunteers from just one hour to few weeks, we can arrange something for you!

We are love farming and we have our farm called Hope Mixed Farm found in Mengo village which is situated in Mukono District 25 km south of Mukono town which lies at the main road from Katosi Landing site.

we grow organic fruits and vegetables namely: Tomatoes, beans, maize, cabbage, onions, carrots, pumpkins, watermelon, mangoes and passion fruits.

SEASONAL WORK IN MUKONO

SPRING

What kinds of work are available in the spring time in Mukono. Remember to keep work that is all year round in the section above and not mention it again here.

SUMMER

Since we love farming, We decided to diversify our farm into a mixed farm by starting up a live stock farm whereby we started with goats, pigs, chickens.

We designed a project of Livestock farming and plans for constructing shelter and fence for the animals and birds are on the table.

You can help in construction even if you have never picked-up a hammer before. This unique opportunity lets you get your hands dirty and actually see what a difference you have made before you head back home.

Project Dates:
? 11th June – 6th July 2018
? 9th July – 3rd August 2018
? 6th Aug - 31st August 2018

Program Fee:
? 1 week stay – $560
? 2 weeks stay - $710
? 3 weeks stay - $810
? 4 weeks stay - $910

Program fee Covers:

? Project donation (Materials & Resources)
? 3 meals & Accommodation
? Airport pickup
? T-shirts

A portion of all proceeds goes into supporting projects run by our non-for-profit organization.

AUTUMN

What kinds of work are there in Mukono in autumn? Maybe it's harvest time, but do people need the help of foreigners for either cheap labour or expertise? This is the kind of thing we need to know here.

WINTER

Skiing in Mukono - does it exist? Is there plenty of opportunities for people to get work in Mukono in the winter? What kind of skills are needed at this time of year? Please update this section and let fellow travellers know what you have learnt if you have worked in Mukono in the winter or if you are a host and live here and can share your knowledge.

ATTITUDE TO FOREIGNERS WORKING IN MUKONO

It is important for potential foreigners to understand that the culture in Uganda is quite different from what you are accustomed to. Foreigners should bring with them an easy-going, open-minded and relaxed attitude. Locals are curious, very friendly and social people.

While The Amazing Home will endeavor to maintain a daily routine, foreigners should understand that things move slowly in Africa (and indeed in rural communities). Relax and enjoy the slow pace. Remember that life in Africa is not as organized and predictable as life in developed countries.