Traveling to Uganda

Welcome to Uganda: Your CHC Travel Guide

Get ready for an unforgettable journey! This guide will help you prepare for your trip, understand Uganda’s culture, and make the most of your time visiting Children’s HopeChest programs.

Quick Facts

💡Fun Fact: Uganda is known as the “Pearl of Africa” for its stunning landscapes, wildlife, and warm people.

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Population

50 Million

Capital City

Kampala

Life Expectancy

70 Years

Currency

Uganda Shilling

Country Size

Slightly smaller than Oregon

Languages

Swahili & English (over 40 local languages spoken; Luganda is most common)

Religion

85% Protestant & Roman Catholic, 12–13% Islam

Top Exports

Coffee, Fish, Horticultural Products

Government

Presidential Republic

Poverty

Nearly 25% live on less than $1.25/day

How-To Travel Guides

Travel: Why it's Important, How to Share Your Story, and Ways to Make an Impact

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Before You Go: Required Steps

*Please print, sign and notarize this POA & Memorandum of Understanding and return to travel@hopechest.org at least four weeks before your trip. This must be done even if a parent or parents are traveling with the minor.

Good to Know Before You Go

Destination Inspiration

Books & movies to help prepare your mind and heart for your partner visit:

  • When Helping Hurts in Short Term Missions by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert
  • Toxic Charity by Robert D. Lupton
  • PovertyCure (docuseries with Michael Miller)
  • Queen of Katwe

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