What is included in the cost?

Prior to the trip you will receive a group leader manual, which includes fundraising ideas; online trip handbooks and resources for participants, promotional materials, and unlimited pre-trip consultations with your trip leader.

Once in Haiti you will receive transportation to and from the airport, transportation to and from ministry sites, three meals a day, purified drinking water, sleeping accommodations, group t-shirts, customizable ministry options, an opportunity to attend local church services, evening worship, prayer, and debriefing meetings, a local sightseeing activity and basic recreation.

What is NOT included in the cost?

Transportation to Port Au Prince, passport, vaccinations, spending money, offering at church services, construction and/or ministry materials, personal insurance, suggested $300 donation for relief efforts.

What language do they speak in Haiti?

Creole and French are the two official languages. English is spoken sparingly throughout Haiti.

Where in Haiti will my group be serving?

Groups will be serving primarily in or around the capital city of Port Au Prince.

What will we be doing?

Praying Pelican Missions staff will evaluate the needs in Haiti and provide trips designed to assist in meeting those needs.  Right now we are anticipating a heavy emphasis on construction projects and mercy ministries.

Is it safe?

We do recognize that the current situation in Haiti is not one to take lightly.  We ask that teams are aware that things can happen quickly in Haiti.  With that, we take extra precautions and lay down strict ground rules to ensure safety. Our genuine partnership with pastors and other community leaders in Haiti ensures there is always someone looking out for the well being of our teams.  If at any time prior to the trip, the trip is deemed to be unsafe, a full refund will be given.

What about bugs, snakes and other poisonous creatures?

Haiti has its share of creatures; however, the chance of seeing anything dangerous is very slim. In the unlikely event that one of these creatures is encountered our staff is well prepared and equipped to handle such a situation.

What airport do I fly into?

Groups will need to fly into the capital city of Port Au Prince where PPM staff will meet them at the airport.  Please plan on arriving and departing from Airport no later than 3:00 pm.

How does transportation work within country?

All transportation within Haiti is included in the cost of the trip and will be arranged by PPM. Most often teams will be riding in school buses, church buses, or other vehicles provided by the local church.

Can I eat the food and drink the water?

All food and drink provided by PPM during trips is safe for consumption. Purified drinking water will be provided and even our cooks use this for preparing meals. Tap water in Haiti is not safe to drink.  Also, all food that is not provided by staff should be avoided unless approved by staff.

Will there be an opportunity to buy souveniers?

Yes!  The Haitian people will take every opportunity to provide you with the most beautiful painting or dangling necklace!  With that, bartering is customary in Haiti and should be used on all souvenir purchases that are bought on the street.