You will stay at Hacienda Lima Norte (HLN), located about 30 minutes from Lima’s airport and 30 minutes from the Larry Cochran School, where we will minister for the week. Rooms include basic amenities such as towels, sheets, pillows, a small fridge, soap, and shampoo. Hot water and air conditioning are typically available. The hotel features a beautiful pool and outdoor area that attracts many visitors. Since the team will be there during summer vacation, the hotel may be busy and noisy in the evenings. We recommend bringing earplugs if you are a light sleeper. The facilities provide a safe and welcoming environment for guests.

All transportation for the week has been pre-arranged by your trip leader, including round-trip transfers from the airport and transportation to ministry locations throughout the week. Your team will fly into Lima and travel together by bus to Hacienda Lima Norte. Each day, round-trip transportation will pick up your team from the hotel and take them to the ministry site. Team members do not need to worry about tipping the bus driver, as this is already included in the trip cost.

Breakfast will be prepared each day by Hacienda Lima Norte and will typically include coffee or orange juice, bread, eggs, and fruit. Lunches are freshly prepared each day by Wilma’s team of Peruvian cooks, giving you the chance to eat like a local! Peruvian cuisine is known for its unique fusion of Indigenous, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, and African influences, resulting in diverse and flavorful dishes. Meals are typically carb-heavy and often include rice and potatoes. Chicken will be the most common protein, though beef and fish may also be served at times. Some classic Peruvian dishes you might try include lomo saltado (stir-fried beef with soy sauce and spices), pollo a la brasa (Peruvian rotisserie chicken), ají de gallina (creamy chicken with ají amarillo peppers), papas a la huancaína (potatoes in a spicy cheese sauce), and various other potato-based dishes. If you have any food allergies, please notify the team leader before the trip so that arrangements can be made in advance. Our staff and partners will do their best to accommodate dietary restrictions. Dinners will be eaten at the Hacienda Lima Norte restaurant each night. You'll have the opportunity to try more Peruvian cuisine or opt for something familiar, like a hamburger. Your team leader will ensure that everyone has access to clean drinking water throughout the trip—whether through bottled water or large jugs of filtered water. Remember, NEVER drink the tap water in Peru!

At Go InterNational, participant safety is our top priority. Our internal team and external consultants use a multi-layered risk management approach, including monitoring global reports and collaborating with ministry partners on the ground. We enforce safety protocols, such as requiring students to be with an adult, while our hosts provide location-specific guidelines. Our team leaders have been trained in risk management principles and have both on-field and home-office support to ensure a secure experience. "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." – Psalm 46:1

Michelle Gash, a seasoned mission leader with extensive experience in guiding teams and discipleship on the field, will work with your group for the duration of your trip. She will accompany your group throughout the trip, facilitating ministry activities, coordinating logistics, and providing spiritual encouragement. She will be available for: ✅ Pre-trip planning ✅ Daily devotionals ✅ Debriefing sessions ✅ Ongoing support to ensure a meaningful and transformative mission experience