Ecuador
Departure Airport
MIA
Language
Spanish
Project Location
Cuenca
Why is HEFY here?
We will be building classrooms for children in need.
Country Challenge
In Ecuador, only 19% of the total rural population is registered in school. The main reason for the lack of rural enrollment is lack of accessibility to school. Extreme poverty and poor accessibility to public schools in rural areas force impoverished parents to make impossible choices. . .
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
$3395
VISA REQUIREMENTS
None
MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
TBA
TEMPLE
Guayaquil
WEATHER
Mild, Humid, 40º-70º
SIGHTSEEING
Visit the Galapagos, Snorkeling, Tortoise Reserve, Nature hike & native dancing
Bananas float in water!Ecuador is the world’s largest exporter of bananas. About $3.3 million USD worth.
Leave your pet Guinea Pig at home...Guinea Pig, also known as cuy, is an Ecuadorian delicacy. The meat is prized and tastes like a cross between duck and rabbit.
Home of the Galapagos IslandsThese inspired Charles Darwin to develop the modern day theory of evolution. Today, 1,683 species of birds have been discovered in Ecuador--that’s over 15% of known species worldwide!
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
Explore the area and experience local customs.
Clean and simple lodgings.
