10-Day Uganda Student Tour Itinerary

10-Day Uganda Student Tour Itinerary

Explore, Learn & Make a Difference with Msafiri Tours

Discover Uganda on a 10-day student educational adventure that blends wildlife safaris, cultural immersion, and community volunteering. This program is designed for school groups, college tours, and university expeditions from the UK, USA, Europe, Canada, Australia, and the UAE. Here is a 10-Day Uganda Student Tour Itinerary.

Students will gain hands-on experience, deepen global understanding, and connect classroom learning to real-world contexts—all while making lasting friendships and memories.

Curriculum Links

This trip supports multiple academic areas:

• Geography: Equator crossing, ecosystems, Nile source, landforms (Murchison Falls, Kazinga Channel).

• Biology: Wildlife habitats, species diversity, conservation strategies, ecological systems.

• History & Social Studies: Uganda’s cultural heritage, colonial history, development challenges.

• Religious & Cultural Studies: Intercultural learning through Kampala, Jinja, and village homestays.

• Global Citizenship & Service Learning: Volunteering, sustainability, community partnerships, and cultural exchange.

10-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Departure – Journey Begins

• International flight from London Heathrow to Entebbe.

Day 2: Arrival in Uganda – Entebbe to Kampala

• Meet Msafiri Tours team, transfer to Kampala hotel.

• Orientation and welcome dinner.

Day 3: Kampala City Tour & Cultural Evening

• Visit Gaddafi Mosque, Namirembe Cathedral, and local markets.

• Evening Ndere Cultural Centre show with BBQ dinner.

• Overnight: Eureka Place Hotel, Kampala.

Day 4: Travel to Iganga via Mabira Forest & Jinja

• Short walk in Mabira Rainforest, visit Nile Source in Jinja.

• Lunch in Jinja town.

• Continue to Mum Resort Hotel, Iganga.

Day 5–6: Community Volunteering – Busu Village

• Orientation and group volunteering projects (murals, sanitation facilities, environmental work).

• Cultural exchange with local families.

• Evening group debriefs and cultural storytelling.

Day 7: Farewell in Busu & Return to Kampala

• Wrap up community projects, farewell celebration.

• Return via Jinja, with group lunch.

• Overnight in Kampala.

Day 8: Safari to Queen Elizabeth National Park

• Scenic drive west with Equator photo stop.

• Visit Igongo Cultural Centre.

• Evening crater lake exploration.

• Overnight: Simba Safari Lodge.

Day 9: Safari Adventure – Game Drive & Boat Cruise

• Morning safari in Mweya Peninsula (elephants, lions, buffalo, leopards).

• Afternoon Kazinga Channel cruise (hippos, crocodiles, birdlife).

• Evening campfire reflection.

Day 10: Return to Kampala & Cultural Crafts

• Scenic return via Mbarara, stop at Mpambire Drum Village.

• Final group dinner and celebration in Kampala.

Day 11: Departure

• Breakfast and transfer to Entebbe Airport for international flights home.

Logistics Breakdown

What’s Included

• International flights (London–Entebbe return)

• All accommodation (student shared rooms, staff private rooms)

• Daily meals & bottled water

• Wildlife safaris, park fees, and guided activities

• Cultural experiences and city tours

• Community project support & materials

• Private transport & airport transfers

• 24/7 on-ground support with Msafiri Tours staff

What’s Not Included

• Ugandan entry visa (~£50 / $55)

• Travel insurance & vaccinations

• Optional excursions not listed

• Personal spending money & souvenirs

Health & Safety

• DBS-checked UK coordinators & vetted Ugandan partners

• Risk assessments and safeguarding policies provided to schools

• First-aid trained staff & emergency support available at all times

Perfect For

• High school trips (ages 14–18)

• College & university expeditions

• Student volunteer & service-learning programs

• Cultural exchange experiences

• Gap year and youth travel groups

Sign-Up & Next Steps

• Group Leaders: Reserve your group dates with Msafiri Tours.

• Free Leader Places: 1 free leader for every 10 paying students (flights not included).

• Deposit: £250 / $300 per student to secure places.

• Fundraising Support: Msafiri Tours provides fundraising guides and resources for students.

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