Build homes in La Esperanza, Honduras

  Honduras

La Esperanza

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 9-12 weeks
Dates: multiple dates year round

Description: Want to make a big difference, and maybe a house or two?

The lack of travelers to Honduras is surprising given the warm welcome you get from the people and the dramatic natural scenery. Everyone else's loss is your gain though, as you explore this gem unhampered by the hordes. The building projects in La Esperanza help people to literally make a better future for themselves and their families by building homes and schools in some of the country's poorest communities. These are real hands-on projects where you help with everything from making sun dried bricks, to painting outside walls. You'll know it's worth it though, when you see a family move into the house you built and students attending their first day in their new school.

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Highlights: What were the highlights of your trip that you couldn't wait to tell your friends about?

"Working on a project where I can see the difference that I am making from day to day, and feeling as though I am really accomplishing something. Also, meeting all the other volunteers who are really friendly and also full of knowledge about the town and all of Honduras. Living within a different culture, out of my comfort zone has been a challenge but also exciting. Plus the food in Latin America is amazing!" (Andy Arnold)

Help to build Honduras - a real hands-on way to contribute in a country steeped in history and culture.

The project is based in the small town of La Esperanza (pop 13,000 ) which is in the Western Highlands of Honduras. It is about 3-4 hours by bus from the capital Tegucigalpa. La Esperanza is populated mainly by the indigenous Lenca people, and the town is best known for its traditional Sunday market.

The local area is blessed with magnificent scenery and is fantastic for hiking/cycling. There are natural hot springs nearby. This is a great base to travel across to the Mayan Ruins at the weekend which is one of the major tourist attractions. Accommodation is in comfortable homestays with a local family.

Qualifications: Willingness to contribute is all that is needed though any construction or architectural experience would be of benefit. Beginner Spanish is required.

Cost in US$: USD 1260.00 for 1 week, USD 275.00 for every week thereafter

Salary / Pay: This is a voluntary position.

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: If you are interested in immersing yourself in another culture while giving your time to a worthy cause, then you are a typical i-to-i volunteer. We invite you to join the i-to-i community of dedicated volunteers aged 18-80 who are working on community development, building, teaching, and conservation projects across the globe. Together, we make a lasting impact that changes lives and helps preserve the planet through hundreds of worthwhile projects around the world.

Age Range: 18-80

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian and European Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Honduras Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

i-to-i Meaningful Travel's Mission Statement: Founded in 1994, i-to-i is an award-winning organization providing unique opportunities for you to travel, work and live abroad. Thousands of travelers aged 18 to 80 have joined our volunteer vacations and over 50,000 have learned to Teach English as a Foreign Language through our tailor-made TEFL courses. With over 400 projects on 4 continents, you can join the worldwide i-to-i volunteer community on an extended adventure in areas such as teaching, community development, sports coaching, conservation, building or internships in tourism, marketing, journalism, or health.

Year Founded: 1994