In January I am heading back to Chimbote, Peru. You are more than welcome to join me.
Please e-mail if you are interested (email: gene at monterastelli dot com)
DATES
Jan 15 – arrive in Lima. Most flight from the US get in about midnight. (I will be outside of customs/immigration waiting for you)
Jan 16 – morning bus to Chimbote; afternoon/evening touring the area and meeting staff
Jan 17-21 – in Chimbote working at the church, seeing the city and surrounding area (including a day at the beach). Types of work could include (but not limited to) building projects, working in schools, at an aging home, and at medical centers.
Jan 22 – mid morning bus to Lima; evening in Lima
Jan 23 – tour of Lima (including a visit to St. Rose of Lima)
Jan 23 – late night flight home
Jan 24 – arrive home
If you would like to come early or stay late to see the wonders of Peru, you are more than welcome to.
COST
You will need to book your own airfare (more details to come on that in next few weeks). In addition you will need to pay $300-325 dollars.
This will cover:
* All housing in Lima (hotel) and Chimbote (parish dorms)
* All ground transportation
* Most meals (not included are dinners in Lima, and the few meals we will go out for in Chimbote. Most large meals in Peru will be less than $6)
* All supplies needed for the work we will do at the parish
* Tour around Lima.
When I was in Chimbote in May I spent less than $80 and $30 of that was in tips to two can drivers who had to endure a group of high school students singing musicals for three straight hours.
NOTE: This is not an organized trip. I am not getting paid in any way for my time or effort. I am doing this because I think you will love the experience. We are traveling as fellow travelers. I am willing to help out to insure that you as good as time a possible. We are doing this together. I am not leading you. You must be at least 20 years of age (or traveling with your parent/guardian).

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