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Elevate Haiti: Port-au-Prince Rebuild Days 1-3 Day 1: Port-au-Prince After landing at Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince, you will be picked up and transported to the headquarters of our non-profit partner in Haiti.
At this time you will have the opportunity to meet the kids and receive an overview of Haiti’s culture and learn more about our community partner’s program.
Day 2: Port-au-Prince Today you will begin your first day of volunteer work. You will receive an orientation of the volunteer project you will be participating in. The orientation will include construction basics and safety measures. After a rigorous first day, you will have the chance to spend the evening relaxing.
Day 3: Port-au-Prince Today you will continue your volunteer work. In the evening you will have the chance to experience downtown Port-au-Prince and see the extent of damage made by the quake with your own eyes.
Elevate Haiti: Port-au-Prince Rebuild Days 7-9 Day 7: Port-au-Prince to Seguin Finish off your amazing Haiti experience with hiking in the mountainous region of Seguin. Today you will enjoy the natural sights of La Visite National Park that are a world away from the heat and buzz of Port-au-Prince. You will finish your trek at Auberge de la Visite – a cozy ecological lodge in La Visite National Park with views of the Caribbean.
Day 8: Seguin to Port-au-Prince You will have a chance to explore the national park before heading back down to Port-au-Prince in the evening.
Day 9: Port-au-Prince (departure) You will be transferred to the airport for your flight out after an amazing and intense experience in Haiti!
Elevate Haiti: Port-au-Prince Rebuild: Logistics Work: The construction of new facilities is extremely physically demanding work. In addition to the physical demands of the work, on the ground conditions are extremely hot: work takes place under the burning Haitian sun. We ask that you realistically assess your physical strength, abilities and endurance before planning a trip to help with the construction work. Accommodation: Two versions of this service trip are available: The basic package includes just essential amenities. You will stay in tents or on pads on the floor. Electricity is spotty and there is no running water. Bathing is done via bucket baths. Volunteers must provide their own sheets and towels. This package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are grocery stores in Port-au-Prince and Jacmel where you can purchase food and drinks. Clean drinking water will be provided to all volunteers. Volunteers may be asked to help prepare meals and help keep the houses clean. Access to water and electricity is limited. It is important to remember that this is a solidarity experience and even though the living conditions may be different than you are used to, you will be in safe places and you will be at "home". An upgraded version of the trip is also available. This package includes all meals, and accommodations at nearby hotels. Transportation to and from the hotel and site is included. Hotels: Palm Inn, Port-au-Prince: Auberge de La Visite, Seguin: Food: Volunteers will be provided with three meals a day — a simple breakfast of bread, peanut butter, fruit and coffee; and lunch and dinner meals of rice and beans with a sauce. Any other food meals will be the responsibility of the volunteer. There are grocery stores in Port-au-Prince and Jacmel where volunteers can purchase food and drinks. Clean drinking water will be provided to all volunteers. Transportation: A van will be provided to transport the group to and from all scheduled activities. Precautions: Because of the working and living conditions, all volunteers are required to have an updated tetanus vaccine. All volunteers must purchase medical travel insurance, including emergency medical evacuation coverage. We recommend that all volunteers take prophylactic malaria medication. Every volunteer or group of volunteers should also travel with their own first aid kit. Up-to-date hepatitis and typhoid vaccines are recommended. Pack all prescription medications in your carry-on. Travel: American Airlines, Continental, Delta, Spirit and Air France all fly into Haiti. What to bring, personal*: Work clothes What to bring, donations: Items to do activities with the children that your group plans
Elevate Haiti: Port-au-Prince Rebuild Days 4-6 Days 4-5: Port-au-Prince Volunteer work continues through the week. Each evening ends with downtime and activities with the kids that will benefit from your work.
Day 6: Port-au-Prince By Day 6 you will see the finished results of your labor! The volunteer portion of your journey is done. After putting the finishing touches on your work you will go to Croix des Bouquets - a village outside of Port-au-Prince known for its artisanry, especially in metalwork. Here you will have the chance to support Haiti’s local economy and bring home souvenirs for your family and friends.
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