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The lodge offers volunteering opportunities and placements to its surrounding nearby communities in conservation, Health, music dance and drama and also education projects to alleviate poverty among the rural poor.
The lodge contributes 30% of its profits to fund conservation projects through AFRICODE (African Community Based Development Initiative) a local community based organization supporting marginalized communities along Bwindi Impenetrable National Park southern sector.
AFRICODE is defined by our passion for ambition and the opportunities that can be experienced around the world
“Over the last few years I’ve been exploring some of Southern and East Africa’s most remote places in jam-packed rickety buses, pick-ups, cement trucks, boats, dug-out canoes, by foot and on motorbikes organising hundreds of meetings with diverse and disadvantaged communities, local grassroots organisations, governments, national parks and international volunteers in the field.
I’ve found places in real need of support, where international volunteer programmes will offer genuine opportunities to contribute to the sustainable conservation and development of some of the earth’s most fragile, but beautiful and inspiring places. My ambition is to connect people and nature in underprivileged corners of the globe, and to inspire individuals to make a difference, to do something amazing, to experience what’s beyond. And so AFRICODE was born.”
AFRICODE-BWINDI Experience
Life changing challenges in the world’s most fascinating places, beyond the tourist trail, beyond anything you’ve seen, heard, tasted, smelt and felt before.
Make a real difference.
Contribute to sustainable development and conservation that improves the lives of marginalized rural poor people living along Bwindi National Park a world heritage site.
Incredible destinations.
Immerse yourself amongst different cultures in the world’s most beautiful places
Quality expeditions.
Whilst living in a remote and rural location, we’ll house you in comfy accommodation, prepare you good grub and design appropriate placements. You’ll be well looked after, when you want it, by a motivated and great team of people.
Personal and career benefits.
We offer truly authentic, ethical and tailored overseas volunteer work in incredible places for ambitious and adventurous souls seeking a new challenge.
Great value.
We’ve kept our prices to a minimum, but we’ll deliver a well-managed and complete experience.
You can start planning today.
Travel
Travel is one of the most rewarding and enriching experiences.
Learn more about the diverse world in which you live
Challenge yourself in new and different environments
Increase your knowledge and widen your perspective
Be inspired by seeing new things and meeting new people
Feel the buzz from adventure and doing something you’ve never done before
Disconnect from your regular life and wake up to something new everyday
Have memories and stories that will stay with you forever
Marvel at the natural wonders in hidden corners of planet earth
Learn about different cultures first–hand and experience different ways of life
Re–charge your batteries doing something refreshing and revitalising
Broaden your horizons
Build your confidence and embrace change
Boost your career
Your volunteer experience should not be a gap in your resume, in fact it can stand you out from the crowd at interviews, and really help your job prospects.
Work experience doesn’t have to be paid, or directly relevant – volunteering abroad is a brilliant way to apply yourself in an unconventional setting
Companies are eager to hire people with international work experience and global skills
You’ll gain new and unique skills
Show your communication skills and true exposure to different cultures
Demonstrate your self–confidence, worldliness and knowledge of this multicultural world
Prove you have transferable skills necessary to handle different situations
Shout about your ambition, flexibility and ability to adapt
If it’s something you’re passionate about you’ll really glow in interview
Get across that you’re concerned with something more than just the bottom–line
You may actually become clearer about your career goals if you need to
Some can acquire college credits
You’ll get a reference from AFRICODE at the end of your placement
What Can I Do?
Make a difference
Most human beings do feel the urge to act in a humanitarian capacity at least once in their lives.
Volunteering abroad is a lot more meaningful and purposeful than just a holiday
It’s a great way to ‘give something back’ and appreciate the things you’ve been lucky enough to experience in your own life
The opportunity to physically contribute to something you’re passionate about
Your knowledge, training, time, dedication and experience can make a big difference to the world
You’ll genuinely feel needed and wanted where you participate
It’s energising to be proactive and involved with working towards positive sustainable change
You may actually end up ‘receiving’ just as much as you give
What can I do?
Do something out of your ordinary to the AFRICODE
You can travel to incredible places whilst boosting your career and making a difference all at the same time.
You’ll affordably travel to remote and unique places and meet people you’re unlikely to visit or have access to as a tourist. Travelling with a purpose is hugely rewarding and puts a very different spin on an experience
You’ll live and work closely with rural communities and genuinely be immersed within another culture, so have the chance to challenge yourself in a new environment, with both personal and career benefits
You’ll have the opportunity to build relevant work experience through our tailored work and travel programmes in Africa
You’ll definitely being doing something
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