Corey and Abby Stocksdale work alongside the church in Botswana in order to see transformation through church and community development. A trip to Botswana would include visiting churches, seeing the work of Children of Promise, learning about the culture and history of Botswana, and adventuring through a safari experience.

Botswana is a phenomenal entry point for those who have never been to Africa as the majority of people can speak English, there are no visa requirements, and it is considered by many to be the safest country in all of Africa. A trip to Botswana would include visiting churches, seeing the work of Children of Promise, learning about the culture and history of Botswana, and adventuring through a safari experience. Our desire for those who come to Botswana is to give them a “boots on the ground” perspective of what God is doing in and amongst the congregations we work with while also coming to a greater understanding of the culture of the Batswana people while building important relationships with those we serve alongside.

Dates: Flexible (best months are May-Sept. with May and August being the best)
Cost: $1,000 (on the ground)
Participants (min/max): 3/6
Ages: 18+ unless accompanied by parent/guardian

Day 1: Depart from U.S.
Day 2: Travel day
Day 3: Arrive in Botswana; welcome service at church
Day 4: Culture day, learning language, eating local cuisine, and visiting elders to learn some history about the church and country
Day 5: Shorobe Village, tutoring and games with Children of Promise kids, and learning about local sustainable small businesses 
Day 6: Church visit/get to know church leaders and congregants. Possible camp out night.
Day 7: Safari Day
Day 8: Shop local artisans for souvenirs. Depart for U.S.

Travel Note: Traveling to Botswana from the US you will arrive two days after leaving unless you fly on Ethiopian (which only flys on certain days). Traveling from Botswana to the USA you will arrive the next day.