Ugandan Village Vibes
Overview
While at our home, you will enjoy the warmth of Ugandan culture within the settings of our 'Ugandan Village Vibes' homestay. You will live rural in a green, charming setting with beautiful gardens and colorfully flowery surroundings. Other than that, you will enjoy: Traditional Ugandan meals prepared lovingly Comfortable rustic local accommodation constructed using local materials Cultural activities like cooking and craft workshops with the girls and youths Helping out at sustainable agricultural projects like vegetable growing, tree planting and mushroom growing. You will capture the heartbeat-touching moments with our friendly community. You will communicate with us in English or learn English plus our local languages like Luganda, Runyoro and Rukiga. You will stay in our local community Enjoy a different kind of holiday experience in an off-the-beaten-track adventure that will keep you connected, inspired, and refreshed. Come join our village family!
House Rules
General Rules 1. Take care of our home and community: Be gentle with our home and the world around us. 2. Quiet hours: 10 PM - 7 AM (keep noise level down within this period) 3. Clean up after self: In regard to shared spaces, like the kitchen and living room. Sustainable Practices Conserve water and energy: Please turn taps and lights off when not in use 1. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Please help us to reduce waste by using the recycling bins and reusing items where ever possible. 2. Eco-friendly products: We provide eco-friendly soap, shampoo, and toilet paper; please make use of this to reduce environmental impacts. Cultural Respect 1. Modest Dressing: Please cover your shoulders and knees while going into and interacting with the local community. 2. Remove Shoes: Please remove your shoes before entering our home or the homes of the locals. 3. Respect local culture: Understand, learn, and respect local practices and customs Safety and Security 1. Lock doors and windows: Remember to lock your room and the main house when you leave 2. Take care of belongings: Always look after your personal belongings and take care of your valuables 3. Emergency contact: Please leave your local contact for any emergency Food and Drink 1. Meal times: Please join us at meal times- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 2. Food Allergies: In case of food allergies or dietary preferences, please let us know. 3. Water: Please drink filtered water provided; kindly avoid tap water. Community Involvement 1. Activities: Participate in community activities such as cooking classes and craft workshops. 2. Respect Local Ways: Be open-minded and respectful when engaging with the local community. 3. Share Your Skills: Consider sharing skills or knowledge with the community. These rules are put in place to ensure that everyone enjoys their time in a comfortable, respectful, and generally pleasant stay. Thank you for your cooperation!