Expeditioners will travel to a cluster of villages nestled in the beautiful mountains of the Polochic Region in the Senahu community, in the Highland region outside of Quetzaltenango, or in the Southern Coastal area.
Due to COVID-19, the Thanksgiving and Christmas break expeditions are still tentative. Should we proceed, some expeditions may not be offered. Registration is now scheduled to open July 1st, and we will keep updating this page with the most recent information.
There must be a minimum of 20-25 participants in order for an expedition to proceed. Please refrain from purchasing airfare until the expedition has been confirmed.
TRAVEL DATES & REGISTRATION
SPRING BREAK 2020
ARRIVAL: April 5, 2020 International flight arrival to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) BY 5pm local time.
DEPARTURE: April 12, 2020 International flight departure from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) at any time.
SUMMER YOUTH 2020 (AGES 16-19)
ARRIVAL: June 12, 2020 International flight arrival to La Aurora International Airport (GUA). Group will travel together.
DEPARTURE: June 22, 2020 International flight departure from La Aurora International Airport (GUA).
SUMMER FAMILY 2020
ARRIVAL: June 27, 2020 International flight arrival to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) BY 5pm local time.
DEPARTURE: July 5, 2020 International flight departure from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) at any time.
THANKSGIVING 2020
ARRIVAL: Nov 22, 2020 International flight arrival to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) BY 5pm local time.
DEPARTURE: Nov 29, 2020 International flight departure from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) at any time.
CHRISTMAS 2020
ARRIVAL: Dec 27, 2020 International flight arrival to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) BY 5pm local time.
DEPARTURE: Jan 4, 2021 International flight departure from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) at any time.
PRE & POST TRAVEL
Expedition participants are free to organize their own travel before or after the expedition, but they must attend orientation the first day of the expedition and depart from the village the final day of the expedition. READ THE FAQs >
EXPEDITION FEES - FAMILY
$1,195 + airfare per person. Includes food, accommodations, ground transportation, and project materials. A $300 deposit is required to reserve your reservation. *Participants must be at least eight (8) years old or older. FH is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. 100% of the expedition fee is tax deductible and can be funded through donations.
EXPEDITION FEES - YOUTH
$2195 per person. Includes airfare, food, accommodations, ground transportation, project materials, cultural experiences, an overnight hike to Acatenango Volcano, a trip to Semuc Champey and exploring village caves and waterfalls. International airfare for youth will be booked by Family Humanitarian to allow the group to travel together. Departure airport will be from DFW and the expeditioner is responsible for transport to the departing airport. A $300 deposit is required to reserve your reservation.
Each expedition includes at least one village-driven building project in which everyone is welcome to participate. The project is generally a school, clinic, or water system and is directed by local masons and foremen using local materials. Other areas of focus include training programs centered around business development, education, and healthcare. We strive to adapt each training to the individual needs of each community.
Each expedition includes at least one village-driven building project in which everyone is welcome to participate. The project is generally a school, clinic, or water system and is directed by local masons and foremen using local materials. Other areas of focus include training programs centered around business development, education, and healthcare. We strive to adapt each training to the individual needs of each community.
Family Humanitarian participants will work side-by-side with villagers throughout the day enjoying cultural events in the process. Both camp-like accommodations with running water, electricity, cold showers, and common eating areas and Hotel/Guest House accommodations can be anticipated. There will also be opportunities to explore local caves and pristine waterfalls.
