Join us for an unforgettable adventure !

We wish to bring to this beautiful country of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) those whom we call "the treasures of the nations": that’s YOU, who wants to encourage a work and people who have touched your heart at some point. This is why we have been organizing our "Congo I love you" trips for the past few years.

What is it about ? 15 intense days to make you discover the DRC and to immerse you in the world of One Love where love, faith and solidarity meet all together. During these two weeks, you will be with the children of the One Love House while experiencing tourist and humanitarian escapades as well as spiritual sharing.

When does it take place ? Once a year, usually in early July.

What exactly do we do ? The program is subject to change based on current events, but here is an idea of the types of activities offered in the previous years :

  • Visit the Makala prison
  • Activities with our One Love Boys
  • Participation in the One Love summer camp
  • Evangelization through sports and music in Kinshasa, Muanda and Matadi
  • Spiritual sharing time
  • Sharing on the One Love Vision & how to enter into one's calling (find one's vocation)
  • Time to relax: swimming pool, restaurant...

 

How much does it cost ? The budget may vary depending on the economic situation and the evolution of exchange rates. Here is an estimate of the costs for the trip organized in July 2023:

1 Plane ticket from 1000 to 1200 USD (depending on the booking date and where you are traveling from)
2 Visa 95 USD (to be done as soon as possible)
3 Yellow fever vaccine 50 USD check with your doctor
4 Notarized invitation letter 40 US to apply for the visa to be sent to One Love France bank account beforehand.
5 Go Pass airport tax 60 USD
6 COVID Test 50 USD x2
7 Hosting costs 220 USD accommodation - electricity - water
8 Travel expenses 320 USD
9 Meals 130 USD (breakfast...)
10 Restaurant 54 USD
11 Eco-tourist discoveries 160 USD
12 Activities with the children 107 USD
TOTAL Expenses Between 2286 and 2400 USD

(It is always preferable when traveling to have an extra 100 USA, for security)

 

Once our next trip is planned we will keep you informed on this page of the registration procedures for the next edition of our trips "Congo I love you", a priori in July 2023.

In the meantime, here is the teaser of the 2022 trip (in French) to get a picture of what awaits you :

 

and a recap video of the 2019 trip :  See the video (in french).

And if you want to know more about the Democratic Republic of Congo, click here to see an informative video (in French)..

Testimonial from a participant:
I'm going to tell you about one of my most powerful moments experienced in the Congo in July 2019. 
Kanda told us that we were going to go to a prison called Makala in Kinshasa where he and his team give various courses (French, computer, self-esteem). The day after we arrived, we went all 7 French girls and the missionary team to this prison.
I will spare you the details of how to get there.
When we reached the courtyard of the minor boys I heard music.
I was surprised.
I wondered where it was coming from.
In the end, the further I went, the more I realized that this music was praise music as you can hear it in church.
In fact, we participated in a prison service with young prisoners.
There were about 50 young people sitting around,
with a team of singers and musicians, all prisoners, turned Christians.
For me, it was one of the most incredible things I have seen, because I did not expect it at all.
We prayed with these young people, we sang and danced to the rhythms of Congolese music.  It was amazing !
 
Esther, participant of the 2019 trip.