What are the cultural realities we need to be aware of?
People are friendly. English is the national language (with dialect adjustment). Poverty is real and evident and whites are the minority race. Safety issues are similar to those in a large U.S. metropolitan center.
What are the money details?
The total cost of the Adult trip is $1,956.00. The cost of the Family trip is $1,980.00 for adults and $1,273.00 for children ages 3-15. Additional cash will be needed for any personal items such as taxis, souvenirs, off-site meals as you desire and possibly departure tax.
Registration forms and a non-refundable deposit of $250.00/person are required.
Due dates for Adult Trip:
Deposit due Oct. 20
Remaining balance due Nov. 20
Due dates for Family Trip:
Deposit due Nov. 16
Remaining balance due Jan. 12
Refund policy: payments may be refundable if you determine you are unable to attend your scheduled trip up to 45 days prior to your scheduled departure. You may be able to switch to another trip during the season. After tickets are purchased (approximately 45 days prior to your departure), there are no refunds.
Expenses relating to the mission portion of the trip are tax deductible (airfare, lodging, food).
Trip prices are based on dollar value and cost of airfare. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Trip extensions might be available but must be requested at the time of deposit.
Mission trip cancellation insurance is available. Call us for details.
We reserve the right to cancel trips due to lack of subscription. In the event of cancellation of a trip in its entirety, a full refund of all deposits will be made.
What travel documents do I need?
