Dominican Republic
Departure Airport
MIA
Language
Spanish
Project Location
Santiago
Why is HEFY here?
We will be building the first early education school for local children coming from single-mother homes.
Country Challenge
Over 40% of the Dominican Republic lives below the poverty line. Poverty is especially crippling in the country since access to money is required to participate in schools and to access healthcare services. . .
Read moreGroup 1
May 26 to Jun 11
Group 2
Jun 9 to Jun 25
Group 3
Jun 23 to Jul 9
Group 4
Jul 7 to Jul 23
Group 5
Jul 21 to Aug 6
Cost
$2575
VISA REQUIREMENTS
None
MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
TBA
TEMPLE
Santo Domingo
WEATHER
Hot, Humid, 70º-90º
SIGHTSEEING
Canyoneering, Snorkeling, Catamaran tour
Let's Play Ball!Baseball or “biesbol” came to the D.R. in 1880 and quickly became the country’s favorite sport. More than 1 in 6 players in the MLB are from Latin America, the majority from the D.R.
The real Captain Jack Sparrow:The original Pirates of the Caribbean was filmed in the D.R. and the country actually has an extensive pirate history. In the 15th and 16th centuries, pirates would hide around islands and ambush Spanish ships headed towards Santo Domingo.
No kissing!It’s illegal to kiss in public in the Dominican Republic!
Know God.
"Let this be a defining moment in your life. Choose to do the spiritual work required to enjoy the gift of the Holy Ghost, which can - and will - change your life." - President Nelson
Connect with local church members.
Experience local customs.
Clean and simple lodgings.
