Eswatini Mission Trip with Challenge Ministries U.S.

Come learn and serve communities in Eswatini, Africa, one of the most affected areas by poverty and HIV/AIDS. Challenge Ministries U.S. is doing amazing work - rooted in Christ - to strengthen families, disciple people, and empower communities.  
See how they are caring for orphans, restoring the family unit, planting churches, and developing strong communities. 

Dates: June 18-29, 2026
Ages: All are welcome  
Trip leader is Katie Olson.

Itinerary

6/18: Depart from MSP
6/19: Arrive in Johannesburg and stay overnight at airport hotel
6/20: Drive to Emafini, Eswatini
6/21: Go to church & have a Cultural Village Tour
6/22: Tour area and begin ICBC work project
6/23: ICBC work project
6/24: ICBC work project
6/25: Bulembu tour
6/26: Bulembu work project & After School Program
6/27: Drive to Kruger for Safari
6.28: Morning game drive, Afternoon depart for home
6/29: Arrive at MSP

Cost: $1,500/person*
* Cost includes lodging, food, and in-country transportation. Cost does not include airfare from MSP to JNB. CPC will recommend flights, but you will be responsible to purchase your own airline tickets.

Deadline to Register: March 31, 2026

Registration Fee is $250 (non-refundable; will go towards total trip cost).

Final payment is due by April 30, 2026.

Scholarships are available. Fill out the Scholarship Application by April 15, 2026 and/or reach out to Katie Olson with questions at katieo@cpcedina.org.