VISIT
Join us on an adventure…
…from the UK to Uganda. Whether you have a heart to serve or are keen to simply see it firsthand, one of our upcoming trips will see your heart come alive with God’s love for the widow and orphan. Many travel to Watoto hoping to make a difference, and this they often do, what surprises them though is how changed they are on coming home. Come ready, come expectant, leave changed forever.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Andrew White Executive Director, Watoto UK
Sponsorship
Imagine what it’s like to sit across the table from your sponsored child or mother and share a meal together. After all the letters that have gone back and forth across the globe, you now get an opportunity to sit together, laugh, share stories and catch up face to face.
Dates: 5th - 14th February 2027
Cost: £1,600*
Registration Deadline: 1st December 2026
Education
Join our Education Trip and serve alongside teachers in our schools, sharing your skills, encouraging students, and supporting the incredible work taking place each day. While this trip is especially meaningful for those with education experience, it is open to anyone with a heart to serve - come, volunteer, and grow in your gifting as you make a real difference.
Dates: 30th March - 9th April 2027
Cost: £1,600*
Registration Deadline: 1st February 2027
Keep A Girl In School
Over 40,000 teenage girls have the opportunity to stay in school now thanks to our program providing sanitary supplies to schools across Uganda. Come and be a part of the team delivering these life-transforming gifts.
Dates:
28th May - 6th June 2027
Cost: £1,600*
Registration Deadline: 1st April 2027
Build
Watoto is home to over 3,500 children across 3 villages, all built several years ago by our loving and generous supporters. Come and join the build team as we bring these homes back to their former glory and welcome the families back in with open arms.
Dates: 20th - 29th August 2027
Cost: £1,600*
Registration Deadline: 1st July 2027
Baby Watoto
Baby Watoto cares for abandoned babies and toddlers aged between 0 and 2, doing everything possible to give them the best start in life. Come and join the team as we seek to love these babies and give them a hope for the future.
Dates:
27th August – 5th September 2027
Cost: £1,600*
Registration Deadline: 1st July 2027
Family Sponsorship
Have you been sponsoring for years, months or just signed up? This is an opportunity with the whole of your family to meet the precious life you are impacting through sponsorship, spend time sharing stories, visit their home and partake in community together.
Dates: 22nd - 31st October 2027
Cost: £1,600*
Registration Deadline: 1st September 2027
Neighbourhood
We are committed to thousands of women who face life in the slums of Uganda. We seek to meet their needs and empower them with a hand up in life through training and equipping. Come and be the hands and feet of Jesus as we serve them.
Dates: 12th - 21st November 2027
Cost: £1,600*
Registration Deadline: 1st October 2027
Watoto 360º
Our gap year program is a chance for young adults to learn, grow and fully experience all that Watoto has to offer. As part of Watoto 360°, you will travel to Africa and learn both in a classroom setting as well as in practical ministry. Take the opportunity to serve within our church, villages, and come alongside us as we extend our reach into the community. Watoto 360° is designed to help you grow in every area of life with God and find yourself ready to launch into the world refreshed and refuelled.
Volunteer with Watoto
Volunteer your time and talent by getting involved in one of several areas of our ministry on the ground in Africa from one month to six months. Sign up here
FAQs
Can I travel on a trip by myself?
Yes, we also organise individual trips but often find that people have the most fun when travelling as part of a team. Is it safe to visit Uganda?
We always follow the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) advice when travelling to Uganda and only take teams to areas that are considered safe by the UK government.
Do I need a visa?
UK citizens do need a visa, which costs $50USD and we’ll help you throughout this quick and online process. For citizens of other nations, we recommend contacting the Ugandan High Commission in London to confirm your needs.
What’s the language in Uganda?
In almost every situation, you will be able to communicate in English with all those you meet. Run into any problems? Our local Watoto Host will be with you throughout the trip to help with any needs.
Do I need vaccinations and malaria tablets?
Yes! Most people need a yellow fever certificate to gain entry. We also recommend visiting the NHS website or your local travel clinic for up to date travel vaccination and malaria medication advice.
Where will we stay?
Our trips use a number of trusted guest houses and hotels across the nation that we accommodate our hundreds of guests in each year. You will find them to be comfortable, reasonably priced and with helpful staff.
Any other questions?
We’d love to help, please contact us at visitwatoto.uk@watoto.com or by calling 020 3225 1048.
* All pricing is approximate and includes flights, accommodation, transport and food. We find our cost estimates are consistently very accurate. However, all pricing is based on current available costings, which may vary due to flight and accommodation demand. Our office is always happy to provide updated estimates at time of enquiry.
Connect your church, school or group with the life-changing experience of missions. We have a dedicated team who are here to help you in planning all the logistics ensuring your community have an incredible opportunity to give and grow together. Get in touch at visitwatoto.uk@watoto.com for more information.
