Short-Term Missions

We design our Christ-centered short-term mission packages to be as affordable as possible.

Imagine stepping into a place. People welcome you with kindness. Worship fills the air on Sunday. Yet many hearts still carry deep fear. Central Botswana is a region rich in culture, history, and spiritual significance. Approximately 70% of people consider themselves Christians. But only 10% truly follow Jesus with a born-again faith. Many people mix Christianity with traditional beliefs. They turn to ancestors, charms, and witch doctors when life gets hard. They often seek protection from spells or charms instead of trusting God. Many people do this because fear feels stronger than faith when illness strikes, money runs out, or family conflict arises. This leaves hearts searching, weary, and open to the love of Christ. You can bring hope and light to these lives. You can show God’s love in a way that is practical, real, and life-changing.

We invite you to join us in Serowe, Botswana. We can host individuals, couples, and teams. We handle most in-country logistics (see below for details). You do not have to worry about transportation, housing, or meals. We want you to focus on ministry, relationships, and the Gospel.

Many visitors tell us they came to serve, but God also changed them. You will meet believers who love Jesus deeply. You will see God answer prayer. You will learn how to share Christ in a different culture with humility and joy. You will leave with a bigger view of God’s heart for the nations.

For Teams:
  1. We will pick you up from the airport. We offer transportation to and from your ministry locations, except for individuals who prefer to travel separately.
  2. You can stay in a comfortable guesthouse with internet included.
    • Laundry service is available at an extra charge.
  3. You will enjoy meals prepared by a trained chef who adheres to strict food safety guidelines.
    • We give purified water.
    • Please let us know of any food allergies.
  4. We also offer a game drive to see Botswana’s amazing wildlife.
For Individuals or Couples:
  1. We will pick you up from the airport. We offer transportation to and from your ministry locations when our routes overlap. Otherwise, if you prefer to travel separately, that cost will be your responsibility.
  2. You are welcome to stay in our home and enjoy free high-speed internet.
    • We don’t charge rent, but we ask that you help cover the increased water and electricity costs.
    • Please note that we have 2 large dogs.
    • Or we can find you a suitable guesthouse, and you will pay them directly.
  3. Meals and purified water are not included. You can buy those items directly from local shops or from restaurants.
  4. We can also include a game drive to see Botswana’s wildlife. We design our mission packages to stay as affordable as possible.
Travel to Botswana is simple for many.
  1. Botswana grants passport holders from many countries a no-cost 90-day single-entry visa upon arrival. Current list (to change, please verify) includes:
    • Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria.
    • Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria.
    • Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic.
    • Denmark, Dominica, Dominican Republic.
    • Estonia, Eswatini (Swaziland).
    • Finland, France.
    • Gambia, Germany, Greece, Grenada, Guyana.
    • Holy See (Vatican City), Hong Kong, Hungary.
    • Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy.
    • Jamaica, Japan.
    • Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait.
    • Latvia, Lesotho, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg.
    • Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, Mozambique.
    • Namibia, Nauru, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway.
    • Oman.
    • Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal.
    • Qatar.
    • Romania, Russia.
    • Samoa, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea (Republic of), South Sudan, Spain, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Sweden, Switzerland.
    • Tanzania, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Tuvalu.
    • Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay.
    • Vanuatu, Venezuela.
    • Zambia, Zimbabwe.
    • For other countries, please check with the nearest Botswana embassy for entry requirements.
  2. Vaccinations are not required by the Botswana government to enter the country.
    • The only exception is if you have been in an area where Yellow Fever is found. If you have been in one of those areas, please bring your Yellow Fever vaccination card.
    • Our location is far enough south that malaria is not a concern. Mosquitoes are here, but not the ones that carry disease.
    • Please inquire with your medical professional for further details.
  3. The weather is comfortable year-round. We are in the Southern Hemisphere, and our seasons are the opposite of those in the Northern Hemisphere.
    • Summer time is the rainy season, and winter is dry.
    • We recommend dressing in layers, as mornings and evenings can be cool while midday can be warm.
  4. These details make it easy for you to focus on ministry without distractions.
Your ministry will match your skills and passions.
  1. We can work with you to find local partners for evangelism, pastor training, children’s ministries, or construction projects.
  2. We can help you serve in ways that meet real community needs. Some ministries have small extra costs.
Not Included in Mission Costs
  • Any costs related to passport, air travel, mission travel insurance, souvenirs, and personal expenses.
  • You will need to fly into Gaborone, Botswana (code GBE).
    • We STRONGLY recommend traveling via Johannesburg, South Africa, and flying to Botswana on Airlink.
    • Please do not fly on Air Botswana, as, in our modest opinion, they are unreliable for international connections.
  • For local shopping and payments, most stores accept MasterCard (typically the best exchange rate) and Visa.
    • You can also withdraw Botswana Pula from an ATM.
    • If you bring U.S. dollars, money exchange shops and banks offer the lowest exchange rates.
Local Ministry Cost
  • We never charge a fee for mission administration for our coordination.
  • If you feel led to give extra, donations help support the ongoing ministry in the region.
  • Your generosity enables us to continue training pastors, providing Bibles, and caring for communities year-round.

Short-term missions give you more than a chance to serve. They stretch your faith. They teach you how to trust God in new ways. You will meet local believers who are passionate about Christ. You will witness God at work in lives every day. You will form friendships that last a lifetime. You will leave with a deeper understanding of God’s heart for the nations. Every person who comes leaves changed. Every community touched leaves stronger in faith. You will not just visit Botswana. You will join the work God already started here.

God is calling laborers into His harvest. The need is great. The opportunity is urgent. People here need to hear that Jesus is alive and powerful. Your obedience can make a difference. Together, we can share the Gospel, disciple new believers, and strengthen churches. Every prayer, every hour of service, every act of love counts.

If your heart is stirred to serve, contact us today. We will work with you to design a trip that fits your gifts, your schedule, and your passions. We want to help you step into ministry with confidence and joy. Please share your preferred travel dates, group size, and the type of ministry you want to do. We will respond and start building a custom plan for your team.

“The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.
Pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers.”

Matthew 9:37-38