Experience Nicaragua
Join a Mission Trip
Serve alongside our team and experience the transformation that happens when you join us in partnering with communities in need.
What to Expect
A mission trip with El Ayudante is more than service—it's a transformative experience that connects your team with the people of Nicaragua in meaningful, lasting ways. You'll work alongside local families, build relationships with sponsored children, and see firsthand how God is working in this community.
Teams We Welcome
Church Groups
Congregations of all sizes partner with us for week-long service experiences.
Youth Groups
High school and college groups experience hands-on ministry and spiritual growth.
Families
Multi-generational families serve together and create lasting memories.
School Groups
Christian schools bring students for educational and service-focused trips.
Serving in Nicaragua
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Build or renovate homes for families in need
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Lead vacation Bible school programs for children
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Visit sponsored children and their families
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Serve meals and distribute supplies
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Participate in community outreach events
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Worship with local churches and believers
A Typical Mission Trip
Sample Schedule Only, Each Team's Schedule is Developed with Team Leadership
Day 1: Arrival
Flight arrives, clear customs, and depart to León. Settling in on campus, dinner, and EA/HCN orientation.
Day 2: Church & Ministry
Attend a local church, provide VBS to community children, tour León, and prepare for the week's ministry.
Days 3-6: Service
Construction, children's ministry, home/community visits, and/or community outreach.
Day 7: Tour Day
Cerro Negro Volcano hike, Masaya Market, or other site. Spend the night in Managua.
Day 8: Departure
The hotel shuttle will take you to the airport for your return.
Frequently Asked Questions
A typical week-long trip runs approximately $1,000 per person, which covers all lodging, security, meals, transportation, translators, and "basic" mission projects. Airfare is not included and runs $900. Bigger mission projects will increase the cost.
El Ayudante made our mission trip seamless and deeply meaningful. The connections we made with the children and families will stay with us forever. We can't wait to come back.
Plan Your Mission Trip
Fill out the form below and our team will contact you to start planning your trip.