Partners in purposeful travel
Working together, rooted in our Communities
At Home of Friends, partnerships grow from shared values and time spent together on the ground.
We believe travel becomes more meaningful when people collaborate with care: listening first, learning along the way and building on what is already strong.
Over the years, we’ve worked with local and international partners who share a respect for nature, curiosity for culture and a belief that tourism can contribute positively to Communities across Mount Elgon and Uganda’s wider adventure regions.
Tour & adventure operators
We collaborate with tour operators who value real encounters, thoughtful pacing and responsible travel practices.
Matoke Tours DMC - leading tour operator and destination management company in Uganda.
Massif Montane Expedition - specialist in Mount Elgon trekking and wilderness routes.
Alakara Reiser - Norwegian-Ugandan operator focused on Eastern Uganda’s authentic experiences.
Red Dirt Uganda - expert in cycling and mountain bike tours in Uganda and Rwanda.
Njia African Adventures - promoter of sports and running tourism across East Africa.
Kara-Tunga - purpose-driven tourism enterprise for inclusive development in Karamoja.
Discover Sipi - local impact-driven tour operator based at Sipi Falls.
Via Via Entebbe - lively hub for travelers, connecting like-minded tourism partners across Uganda.
training & development partners
Alongside our daily hospitality work, we collaborate with organisations that strengthen skills, learning and entrepreneurship in tourism:
Ukarimu Academy - Africa’s first open-source curriculum for hospitality and tourism training.
Explore Travel Oasis - adventure travel blog promoting sustainable destinations.
Summits of Africa (Jan Bakker) - trail development expert dedicated to quality hiking in Eastern Uganda.
Climate Friendly Travel - helping tourism lead the way to zero emissions by 2050.
These collaborations help us keep learning - and improving - together.
Some of the impact and learning from these partnerships is shared in our Impact Library.
Community & sports initiatives
Some partnerships grow from shared passions for outdoor life, movement and Community connection:
Run Kapchorwa - Community enterprise founded by Home of Friends, linking sports and sustainable tourism.
Sunny Outdoors - Jinja-based community promoting outdoor activities and eco-gears.
Lodges & places we trust🏡
Some connections grow naturally over time.
Through shared guests, conversations and visits, we’ve come to know a number of places across Uganda that, each in their own way, reflect a similar spirit: thoughtful hospitality, embedded in nature and genuine care for people.
While every lodge has its own story and style, these are places we feel confident recommending to travellers who value depth, calm and meaningful encounters.
Hyena Hill Lodge - peaceful hilltop retreat overlooking Lake Mburo, known for its personal touch and natural setting
Dave the Cave Eco Lodge - creative, nature-integrated stay near Lake Bunyonyi with a strong local story
Murchison River Lodge - relaxed riverside lodge at the edge of Murchison Falls National Park
Via Via Entebbe - vibrant meeting place for travellers, creatives and local initiatives
Stevalyn’s Ridge View Lodge - tranquil escape with lake view near Jinja, offering a green and welcoming atmosphere
Kalitusi Nature Resort - quiet, nature-based stay near Lake Mburo with a focus on simplicity and surrounding wildlife
Turaco Treetops - forest lodge on the edge of Kibale National Park, immersed in birdlife and primate habitat
Wider collaboration & visibility
We also take part in broader networks within the adventure tourism sector, including initiatives such as the Adventure Tourism Uganda collective and Equera.ai.
These connections help share stories from Uganda’s Land of Champions - and keep the conversation about responsible adventure travel moving forward.🌍
Let’s Connect🤗
Every collaboration starts with a shared mindset: respect for nature, openness to learning and the belief that travel can bring people closer.
If you feel your organisation aligns with this spirit, we’re always open to a conversation.