Day 1 · Orientation · Kampala
Arrival, safety & ethics briefing, introduction to Uganda's development context. Guest lecture from Mwanzo/Serah leadership.
University · 10–14 days
Student & University Programs
ESG field immersion — learning inside communities where conservation and child protection are lived, not lectured.
Custom semester-linked programmes for universities and schools — field visits to Serah Project communities, conservation sites, and locally led cultural exchange. Hanna Lukács bridges European institutions with Anthony's team on the ground.
For hands-on individual placements, see our Sustainable Tourism Internships in Uganda (2 weeks – 3 months).
Sample 12-day academic itinerary
Days 2–3 · Serah Project field module
Structured community engagement — child protection systems, education access, caregiver networks. Student reflection journals. Ethics review.
Day 4 · Sustainable tourism workshop
How tourism revenue flows to communities. Case study: Mwanzo Tours model. Group project assignment.
Days 5–6 · Conservation module · Queen Elizabeth
Park visit with ranger talk — human-wildlife conflict, community conservancies. Kazinga Channel field observation.
Days 7–8 · Primate ecology · Kibale or Bwindi
Chimp or gorilla trek (permits pre-arranged). Briefing on primate tourism economics and UWA conservation model.
Day 9 · Cultural exchange
Community-led cultural programme — music, craft, local food. Student presentations prep.
Day 10 · Group presentations
Cohort presents findings to Mwanzo/Serah team. Feedback from Anthony & faculty.
Days 11–12 · Synthesis & departure
Final reflection, optional Kampala NGO visit, departure.
Included
- All ground transport & logistics
- Faculty coordination with Hanna (EU) & Anthony (UG)
- Serah & conservation site programme fees
- Accommodation & meals (student budget or mid-range)
- Primate permits (if included in programme)
- AMREF membership for all participants
Not included
- International flights & visas
- University admin / credit fees
- Travel insurance (mandatory for students)
- Faculty flights (unless bundled in quote)
Programme content reviewed by Anthony Kiweewa & Hanna Lukács · Faculty co-design call included in planning.
Institutional booking
Timeline
Enquire 4–6 months ahead for permit availability and faculty alignment.
Deposit
40% on signed agreement. Balance 60 days before programme start.
Safeguarding
All student visits follow Serah child-protection protocols. Faculty supervision required at community sites.
Documentation
Risk assessment, insurance confirmation, and participant forms required before travel.
Enquire for your institution
Share cohort size, academic objectives, and preferred travel window.