Places
Explore key regions, cities, sites, and routes in Honduras.
Why Honduras
Honduras’ resilient communities invite teams into meaningful collaboration with community organizations, schools, and relief groups. Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula anchor partnerships, Copán reveals Mayan heritage, and the Bay Islands (Roatán, Utila) provide rest after service days. Security requires careful planning; we work only with vetted partners, trained drivers, and flexible schedules so leaders can focus on relationship building and generosity. Review our travel commissions guide to maintain long-term support for Honduran partners.
Top Highlights by Theme
- Tegucigalpa: Catedral de San Miguel, El Picacho Christ statue, markets, and urban programs serving vulnerable families.
- San Pedro Sula & Comayagua: outreach centres, artisan crafts, colonial cathedrals, and microenterprise networks.
- Copán Ruinas: Mayan archaeological park, Macaw Mountain bird rescue, and Lenca cultural villages.
- Bay Islands: Roatán or Utila coral reefs, boat gatherings, reef restoration, and donor appreciation on the beach.
Sub-Regions & Routes
Tegucigalpa & Central Highlands
- Base in secure partner lodging or guest/partner compounds with reliable power and water filtration.
- Engage with community organizations, clinics, and schools serving urban communities.
- Visit El Picacho or La Tigra National Park for hillside reflection.
San Pedro Sula & Northern Corridor
- Travel with vetted drivers to San Pedro Sula for medical, education, or entrepreneurship projects.
- Explore Comayagua’s colonial architecture, clock tower, and Holy Week traditions (seasonal).
Copán Ruinas & Lenca Highlands
- Optional extension to Copán for Mayan ruins, coffee cooperatives, and sustainable tourism partners.
- Combine with Celaque National Park for creation care sessions.
Bay Islands & La Ceiba Coast
- Fly to Roatán or ferry from La Ceiba for rest and donor appreciation.
- Support reef restoration, vocational training, and youth outreach while enjoying coastal rest.
Trip Length & Pacing
6 Days
- Arrive Tegucigalpa; orientation, evening gathering, and partner briefing.
- Two service days (construction, clinics, VBS) with local partners.
- Travel to La Ceiba or Roatán for beach rest and donor dinner; depart via Roatán or Tegucigalpa.
8 Days
- Adds San Pedro Sula outreach and Copán Ruinas heritage with cultural debrief.
- Includes leadership workshop or trauma-informed debrief in Tegucigalpa.
11 Days
- Comprehensive circuit: Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula, Copán, Bay Islands, and Comayagua.
- Adds reef restoration, microenterprise coaching, and multiple donor appreciation events.
- Allows flexible morning, storytelling sessions, and long-term planning with Honduran leaders.
Best Time to Go
- Dry season (November–April) offers warm temps (70s–80s°F) and less rain.
- Rainy season (May–October) brings afternoon showers; we schedule indoor projects and flexible transportation.
- Hurricane season (June–November) requires close monitoring and contingency plans.
Group Logistics
- Airports: Toncontín (TGU) in Tegucigalpa, Ramón Villeda Morales (SAP) in San Pedro Sula, Golosón (LCE) in La Ceiba, and Juan Manuel Gálvez (RTB) in Roatán.
- Transport: private coaches, 4x4 vehicles, ferries to islands, and domestic flights; we vet drivers and routes for safety.
- Lodging: guesthouses, partner compounds, secure hotels, and island resorts suited for donor appreciation.
- Meals: Honduran cuisine—baleadas, tamales, sopa de caracol, tropical fruit; we ensure safe food/water and accommodate dietary needs.
- Mobility: light to moderate—urban walking, hills, and beach sand; we plan rest stops and accessible alternatives.
- Fundraising moments: rooftop gatherings at El Picacho, island bonfires, coffee farm dinners, and cultural music nights.
Extensions & Combos
- Pair with Guatemala or Belize for Central American circuits.
- Add Florida or Texas for donor briefings before/after the trip.
Safety & Stewardship Notes
Security varies by region. We operate with vetted local partners, secure lodging, trained drivers, and contingency plans. If conditions change, we adapt the itinerary or pivot to remote support to protect teams and honor Honduran leaders.
FAQs
- Q: Do we need visas? A: U.S. travelers receive a tourist card on arrival; passports must be valid six months beyond travel dates.
- Q: Are vaccinations required? A: No, but hepatitis A/B, typhoid, and tetanus are recommended; we brief on mosquito precautions and hydration.
- Q: Can donors join service-focused trips? A: Yes—we design dual-purpose itineraries balancing service, storytelling, and coastal downtime.
- Q: How do we handle donations? A: We coordinate with partners for priority supplies and guide customs processes for tools or medical kits.
- Q: How far ahead should we plan? A: Plan 6–9 months ahead for dry-season travel, partner scheduling, and hurricane-season contingencies.
Review fundraising ideas in our travel commissions guide, or add Honduras to your request via the lead form when you’re ready to plan.
Highlights
- Tegucigalpa: community partners, development projects, and hillside reflection
- San Pedro Sula & Copán: outreach hubs, artisan markets, and Mayan heritage
- La Ceiba & Roatán: Caribbean rest, reef conservation, and donor appreciation
- Comayagua & rural highlands: microenterprise, education, and nature retreats
Fundraising for Churches
How Churches Use Honduras
- Tegucigalpa worship services, outreach, and training alongside pastors serving urban neighborhoods and vulnerable families
- San Pedro Sula and Comayagua projects supporting education, medical clinics, microenterprise, and youth discipleship
- Copán Ruinas cultural immersion with artisan cooperatives and Mayan history framed for gospel storytelling
- La Ceiba or Roatán sabbath retreats that balance coastal rest, donor appreciation, and creation care after ministry days
What Works Well
- 7–9 day itineraries combining urban ministry (Tegucigalpa or San Pedro Sula) with one coastal or highland retreat block for sabbath
- Daily worship/teaching windows in partner churches, guesthouse courtyards, or beaches before service projects
- Heat-aware schedules, hydration plans, and nightly debriefs to process impact and trauma-sensitive experiences
- Fundraising moments: rooftop worship at El Picacho, coffee farm dinners, island bonfires, and cultural music nights
We handle security assessments, partner coordination, and logistics so pastors can shepherd teams, cultivate generosity, and honor Honduran leaders.
Sample Ministry Focus
- Arrive Tegucigalpa; orientation, worship with local church, and cultural briefing
- Service day (clinic, construction, VBS) followed by reflection and partner dinner
- Travel to San Pedro Sula or Comayagua for microenterprise coaching and youth outreach
- Retreat in Roatán with sabbath morning on the beach, snorkeling or reef restoration, and donor appreciation dinner
- Final debrief back in Tegucigalpa capturing stories and next steps for supporters
What ETS Tours Provides Here
- Custom routing across Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula, Copán, Comayagua, La Ceiba, and Bay Islands with vetted guides and ministry liaisons
- Worship logistics: church coordination, portable sound, translation, communion elements, and trauma-informed worship planning
- Transportation: secure drivers, air-conditioned coaches, domestic flights or ferries, and backup plans for weather or security shifts
- Ministry partner vetting: churches, schools, clinics, anti-trafficking ministries, and social enterprises in each region
- Hospitality: mission guesthouses, partner-run retreats, safe hotels, and coastal resorts sized for donor appreciation
- Fundraising support: artisan gifting (coffee, textiles), storytelling assets, generosity prompts, and post-trip follow-up templates
- 24/7 operations monitoring advisories, hurricane updates, and on-ground conditions to keep teams safe and effective
Talk with us to design your Honduras ministry itinerary, or add Honduras to your request at the lead form.
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