JOURNEY OF WONDERS
Reconnect with nature. LIVE IN COMMUNITY. CHANGE PERSPECTIVES.
Step out of your routine and into the beautiful highlands of Kapchorwa, where nature hikes spark fresh thinking and Community interactions unlock timeless insights and skills.
What YouâLL EXPERIENCE
Over ten unforgettable days you will:
Learn from the triumphs and challenges of the Kapchorwa Community and its resilient entrepreneurs.
Adopt an outdoor rhythm with immersive Community hikes and campfire conversations beneath a sky full of stars.
Retrain your problemâsolving reflex by engaging with curiosity and deep listening before suggesting solutions.
âChange, but start slowly. Because direction is more important than speed.â
đŻ The results
Great ideas grow when people connect, with nature and each other.
This retreat is a chance to go home with:
đ A spacious mind ready for fresh new (or refreshed) ideas.
đĄ Insights that bridge personal purpose with thoughtful strategy.
đ«±đŒâđ«Čđż A trusted international network grounded in empathy rather than aid.
Our retreat isnât just regenerative, itâs radically connective!
ââWhere emptiness creates space, the most beautiful dreams are born.ââ
âïž What to Expect
Every day, youâll head out into nature, focusing on connection, learning from Ugandan local culture and finding moments of relaxation & reflection.
Youâll stay at Home of Friends Guesthouse, known for its warm hospitality, flower-filled garden and stunning hilltop views.đ§đœââïž
đ Key Highlights
Here are six things that make this retreat unique:
Nature-Driven Inspiration
Daily hikes through Kapchorwaâs untouched landscapes.
PERSONAL Growth
Workshops and peer-to-peer learning.
Cultural Exchange
Authentic Community experiences.
Collaborative THINKING
Co-creation sessions with local entrepreneurs.
Immersive Hospitality
Cozy moments at Home of Friends Guesthouse.
Reconnect and Recharge
Time for personal reflection and wellness.
đŁ What others say
âA journey from heart to heart!
Our first steps on the red soil of Kapchorwa, meeting the guides and staff of the Guesthouse, made us feel so welcome. This place felt so different from all the other countries we had visited before. The overwhelming green nature, the red soil, the encounters with the local Community that taught us so much about local traditions, how people live. The ease and joy...
All the tours we took, from visiting a coffee farm and a beekeeping tour, to cooking with the Mamas and the beautiful hikes through the hills and stunning nature, and the encounters with the local Communities, changed the way I look at Uganda, but also at my own life.
I learned so much from the guides about their way of living and their perspective on nature. Their knowledge about the medicinal use of plants was amazing. But also, how important their Community is to them, and the wisdom of their elders, which they use every day. The tours were amazing. Everywhere I went, I felt a sense of freedom. Of doing it together, but in your own way.
This pearl in the middle of Africa made me realize that there is so much more to live for. Just enjoying each day, instead of planning everything in your life. Every day has something good in it.
I returned with a backpack full of new insights, memories, and a more laid-back way of living. Not always trying to find solutions first, but to look at it, wait a little, enjoy life, and then go on with a new day.
And if you want to change,
start slowly,
because direction
is more important than speed.â
đ Retreat Details
Dates: 30 October - 9 November 2025
Location: Kapchorwa, Uganda
Group size: Maximum of 8 participants for a personal experience
Price:
* 1795 USD per person (single occupancy)
* 1565USD per person (shared occupancy)
Including: Airport transfers, all accommodation & meals, full activity program and experienced international & local coordination.
Excluding: Flight tickets, visa, vaccinations and any additional activities, drinks and (street)food.
đĄ Early bird discount: Sign up before 30 May and save 5%.
đ Download our detailed day-to-day program here
đž See the Experience
Sometimes, pictures tell us the most:
đ Travel with care
Journey of Wonders is designed with the planet in mind. We move mostly on foot, eat local and vegetarian where possible and avoid motorised transport. By staying longer in Uganda and supporting local initiatives, your journey creates meaningful exchange. Not just in Uganda, but also in how you view sustainability back home.
Meet our team
Daan â Your Process Facilitator
Shadrack - The Culture Connector
Daan (Oxener) guides participants through meaningful reflection, group connection and local immersion. With years of experience in Community-based tourism and a deep bond with the people and nature of Kapchorwa, he ensures a smooth, grounded and purposeful retreat journey.
Heâs also your first point of contact for any questions before, during and after the retreat, making sure every detail is taken care of so you can fully focus on the experience.
Eliza â Lead Host @ Home of Friends
Shadrack (Chebet) is the native guide and cultural connector of the retreat, leading you into the stories, traditions and landscapes of his homeland. With deep roots in the Sebei community and years of guiding experience, he brings local wisdom, humor and a natural rhythm to the journey. Shadrack is one of the founders of the Sebei Cultural Storytellers, a Kapchorwa youth group dedicated to revive the ancient Sebei culture. He developed the Cooking with the Mamas and campfire storytelling activities too!
MIEKE â CREATIVE FOOD FACILITATOR
Eliza(beth Namanda) is the heart of Home of Friends Guesthouse, ensuring that every retreat guest feels truly welcomed and cared for from the moment they arrive. With her warm presence, eye for detail and passion for hospitality, she creates a home-like atmosphere where you can slow down, recharge and reconnect. Eliza also offers relaxing massages for deep rejuvenation.
Mieke Voshol (yes, the same person of the above review!) is the creative food facilitator of the Journey of Wonders, bringing her love for healthy cooking, nature and Community learning into the journey. In the Netherlands, she organizes workshops in outdoor cooking and is the author of her own cookbook featuring creative vegetarian dishes (www.stapelgroen.nl).
đ Ready to DIVE INTO THIS ADVENTURE?
Join the Journey of Wonders retreat and discover what happens when nature, Community and creativity meetđ€
Questions? Weâre happy to help! Reach out to Daan directly via Whatsapp +256(0)780548202 or Signal +256(0)786812909.