• Room, board and local transportation fee: $470 USD per person*
• Team Donation: $2,500 USD per group*
• Roundtrip airfare can range from $700-$1,200 depending on dates of travel and departure city.
• Discretionary funds (about $50-100) is recommended per person

*These items should be paid either online (preferable) or by cheque to our Woburn office prior to the trip

• The ideal size of a team is 10-12 people
• The maximum size is 14 people
• Any teams less than 10 people or more than 14 people are encouraged to contact the Manager of Communications and International Relations, Erika Skafel, at eskafel@elhogar.org

The minimum age to participate in an El Hogar Connects trip is 15 years.

Contact the Manager of Communications and International Relations, Erika Skafel, at eskafel@elhogar.org with any questions, or submit an application, found at the bottom of this webpage.

As of December 2021, the international airport moved from Tegucigalpa to Comayagua, and all teams will arrive at Palmerola International Airport (XPL).  Comayagua is located about 50 minutes from the Technical Institute where teams will be staying.  All teams should arrive on the same flight, or flights that arrive at the same time in order to facilitate efficient transportation from the airport.  In extenuating circumstances if teams need to explore traveling on different flights, this must be discussed with the manager of Communications and International Relations (eskafel@elhogar.org) before booking travel.

El Hogar welcomes teams from February through October. A calendar of available dates is available here.

Teams will be provided with three meals a day that consist of traditional Honduran food.  This includes beans, rice, eggs, chicken, corn tortillas and seasonal fruits and vegetables.  Some of the produce and dairy products are produced at our farm in Talanga.  Occasionally there may be an opportunity to eat a meal off campus, and teams are also welcome to bring snacks to keep in the visitor house.  Purified drinking water will be provided.

It is ideal if someone on your team speaks at least conversational Spanish.  Although it is not necessary for everyone to speak Spanish, team members are encouraged to learn some basic Spanish phrases and vocabulary to help with communication and to enhance your experience.

You will be met at the airport by El Hogar staff who will orient you, and will drive you to El Hogar.

The temperatures are generally the highest during the end of the dry season (January – April), and a bit cooler during the rainy season (May – October), but the average daily high sits between about 77 – 90^o F (25-32^o C) most of the year.  While the temperature may be hot, the humidity is relatively low due to the high elevation of Tegucigalpa and surrounding areas.

• The project fee of $2,500 is due two months ahead of your trip.
• Payments can be made online or mailed to our office in Woburn, MA.

There is some risk associated with travel to a developing country, but El Hogar makes the safety of visitors their utmost priority.  Please review the El Hogar Connects Handbook for guidelines for your safety and security.  It is essential that all team members follow these guidelines to ensure their safety, that of the team and of the organization.

Team preparation is essential for an impactful and valuable experience in Honduras.  We recommend that you book your trip with at least six months lead time to give your team an adequate time to prepare.  Preparation materials will be provided to the team leader once you have booked your trip.

United States and Canadian Citizens do not require a visa to travel to Honduras, however they require a valid passport with an expiration of at least six months after the date your trip begins.  If you are travelling from another country, please check current travel requirements.

There are no immunization requirements for travel to Honduras from Canada or the United States, however if you are travelling from another country, please check current travel requirements.  You should check with your family doctor and/or a travel clinic for recommended immunizations. You are also encouraged to purchase travel insurance.