Past Trips

Read feedback and overviews of some of our recent trips through Africa.

German Church Visit to Uganda and Kenya

In July 2007, a group from a church in Minden, Germany came to East Africa for two weeks travelling through Kenya and Uganda on one of ACTS' overland safari trucks.

Partnering with Family Impact the group worked with a school in Eldoret, Kenya, painting and fixing their school hall. A lot of laughs and “paint-wars” kept the team buzzing during their work. It was a wonderful way to practically show God's love to the children and wider community. The team enjoyed local lunches with the children and even learnt abit of Swahili as they interacted with them.

After the time of ministry in Eldoret, the team travelled across the border into Uganda, where the scenery dramatically changes – with red soils and lush vegetation. Three nights were spent at Jinja, the source of the Nile River, on the shores of Lake Victoria. The group camped on the edge of the river, where they were offered an opportunity to relax and enjoy some optional activities in this delightful corner of Africa. Many of the group rafted the mighty Nile river whilst others chose to bunji jump off the edge of the river valley or spend a day four wheeling through the nearby villages.

The last stop on the expedition was the world famous Masai Mara National Reserve where the group was privileged to witness the great Wildebeest and Zebra migration. Cheetahs and lion were spotted to top off a great safari.

ACTS (East Africa) is looking forward to hosting the same church for another “Kingdom Adventure” in March 2008!

Some responses were...

“ACTS really took care of us. The crew are two incredible people. Thank you for everything! I could really feel God during our trip, especially in the situations where we HAD to put all our trust in Him to bring about His best in this trip. I would do a trip with these guides again and again!”

“Our guides were really cool. They were completely open, we always had a lot of fun with them. I found it fantastic how they woke us every morning and how they led all our work and activities.”

I learnt how important it is to trust God unconditionally and realized that God loves to surprise us. The truck was very cool.”

“We had a blessed time with the guides. It was clear that they have a living relationship with God.”

“Never had such friendly and nice guides on vacation before, absolutely excellent! They were not just guides, they've been a lot more to me!”

Zimbabwe Expedition

I honestly do not remember a better organized trip with you guys or better guides/cook! I have to be honest, I don’t think I have a single thing I would have changed.

Taps, Edden and Thompson were great, the tents were fine, the food was EXCELLENT – better than Kat’s! We had so many veggies it was AMAZING! Just like I wanted (and the team bragged BIG TIME)!

All in all, it was excellent. One of the things I most appreciate is that when the things need improvement, I can tell you.

When they don’t, I can tell you also! Just know I was completely satisfied with the preparations and personnel for my trip. I will be sending an email to direct our 10% where we want it to go.

Thank you.
Darren

Barabaig Land – Northern Tanzania

In April 2007, a group from Texas, headed off with the ACTS Team for the adventure of a lifetime and some real bush camping in Northern Tanzania. Working with the International Mission Board, the group asked ACTS to help with the logistics of this trip – including the use of an overland safari truck, bush camping equipment and post-ministry safari arrangements.

The group travelled to the tiny village of Mureru, to work with the remote Barabaig tribe. The ex – chief of the tribe had 7 wives and 49 children before he came to know Jesus Christ and had has since had a great impact on his community. The team camped next to his hut and worked along side him to witness and visit people and schools in his tribe.

A goat barbeque was even put on in honour of the team – just one of the opportunties the team had to gain insight into Barabaig culture as they worked amongst them.

Working with the chief and his community, the team were a part of the village lifestyle for an entire week. They ministered to the Barabaig people, danced and sang with the children, visited the local church and ate delicious traditional goat stew.

After the mission in Mureru, the group were fortunate to enjoy a memorable safari in Tarangire National Park, staying at the beautiful Tarangire Safari Lodge. Great sightings of lion, elephants,buffalo, bat-eared fox and stunning scenery provided the perfect end to the trip.

Some of the comments from the group:

“I felt that the ACTS team was always on top of everything – always anticipating our moods before we had to ask and I felt very secure with them all the time!”

“The ACTS team was an asset and kept everything Christ centered – upbeat and fun.”

“Our guides were great, they fitted right in and became part of the group.”

“I am highly recommending ACTS for our other teams coming.”

“Our guides were a huge blessing. They multiplied the effectiveness of the entire trip. They went so many extra miles to assist and care for us, it was truly a special and memorable time. They were an unforgettable blessing with memories that will last eternally.”

Southern Sudan Mission

In December 2006, Mike Congrove of e3 Partners led a team of 3 people for a week into Lietnum and Kapoeta in Southern Sudan, as part of their evangelical and discipleship efforts in the region. This was followed up by a team of 12 traveling to Rumbek, Southern Sudan in February 2007. ACTS East Africa was called upon to assist with the team's logistical demands.

This included ACTS obtaining all travel permits needed by the group to enter Southern Sudan, chartered flights, car hire in Sudan, as well as transport and accommodation for the team in Nairobi en route to Southern Sudan.

Mike Congrove had this to say about the services provided by ACTS East Africa, “I can't tell you (ACTS) how much I appreciate all of your help with this last trip. We are starting from scratch in Sudan and learning a lot! ACTS was great to work with!”