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Costa Rica
Lush rainforests, beautiful beaches, and mountain volcanoes make Costa Rica a popular tourist destination.
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International trips are available year-round through our trusted partner organizations that we've worked closely with over the years. Trips can be customized specifically to your needs. Please fill out the interest form for more information, and our partners will contact you to book your next life-changing international mission trip.
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Overview
Group Mission Trips does not operate this trip. You will be connected with a trusted partner organization that can safely and effectively run this trip.
Lush rainforests, beautiful beaches, and mountain volcanoes make Costa Rica a popular tourist destination. With much to explore, Costa Rica is an eco-adventurer’s dream come true! But regular tourists don’t get to see an often-hidden side of Costa Rica. Just outside the capital city of San José is the suburb of Alajuelita. Outside that suburb is a small migrant community of people who piece together houses with scraps and garbage they find throughout the city.
Many years ago, our local ministry partner was stirred into action. He recruited a couple of church contacts and began to build simple and well-built homes for those who are truly in need. Just as on our Guanacaste trips, we’re involved with the local church in San José while we serve, and the church maintains a long-term relationship with the families after we build their new home, to ensure our impact is truly helpful and sustainable.
Dates and Pricing
| Date | Availability | Age | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | AvailableCall for Availability |
Families/Adult Groups (All Ages) | Request More Info |
Lodging
Typically a small hotel. Teams have stayed in multiple hotels through the years depending on the location of the worksite, size of the team, and the time of year. Rooms typically have multiple beds per room with 2-4 people per room and a private bathroom.
How You’ll Serve
Here are examples of the types of projects you might be involved with:
- Replace an inadequate house with an adequate one, complete with a sturdy frame and a solid roof
- Provide much-needed conversation and company for elderly residents
- Play games and read Bible stories to neighborhood children
- Assist with other ministry opportunities provided by the local church
Our Partners
Amoveo Group was founded in 2013 by leaders with decades of experience working and living among marginalized communities and exists to see broken systems fixed in communities worldwide through partnering and investing in creative and sustainable solutions. They are involved in mobilizing people, material, and financial investment in projects which spur sustainable solutions to physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Please fill out an interest form, to learn more about this trip.
Schedule
Sample Itinerary
Saturday – Arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport - in San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO); transport to lodging facility
Sunday – Attend a local church; possibly see a local site or free afternoon
Monday-Thursday – Perform service work and outreach projects; evening devotions and God Sightings
Friday – Free day (Visit the beach or do activities such as zip lining)
Saturday – Depart for SJO airport; fly home
*Optional pre- or post-mission trip add-ons available for this location; call Robin for details.
Need to Know
- A passport is required to travel to Costa Rica.
- Be up to date on all standard vaccines, such as Tetanus, Mumps, Measles, and Rubella. Hepatitis A vaccine is also recommended. Be sure to bring bug spray (at least 25% DEET).
- Fly into the Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). Average flight cost is $500-$600.
- Lodging will be in a local hotel.
- Currency is the Colón. $1 = about 565 Colones.
- Electricity is the same as the U.S., and a converter or adapter is not needed to plug electronics into the wall.
- Spanish is the primary language.
Program
In a world where many teens grapple with anxiety, worry, and stress, this year's theme, "Equipped," highlights how God provides us with the tools for a fulfilling Christian life. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 9:8, the focus is on embracing how God enables us to approach fully living out our faith with confidence. From spiritual readiness to engaging in God's mission, it's about more than going through the motions; it's living out faith in practical ways through love, kindness, and action.
What's Included
Lodging
Most meals
On-site staff
Organized service projects
All project materials for each worksite*
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