Overview
This beautiful Caribbean island is just 90 miles off the southernmost tip of Florida, but it is far removed from American culture or influence. Political tensions and distrust have isolated Cuba from much of the outside world for generations, leaving a cloud of mystery and intrigue.
Yet any misgivings about Cuba are quickly forgotten as soon as you meet the warm and welcoming people. The streets are safe and fun to explore. History, culture and natural beauty abound. The church, like other aspects of the culture, looks different than what we expect, yet it is vibrant and multiplying. It's evident what we share in common, not our differences, is what matters most.
Although travel to Cuba is restricted, Lifeline has had special permission to visit there for the past two decades to provide a broad spectrum of training to a variety of sectors. During that time, we've developed a close, meaningful relationship with Campo Amor, a youth sports foundation that includes a network of 100+ house churches spread across the island. Coaches and pastors team together to reach families in their community for Jesus.
What you might experience on a Lifeline trip...
visiting and encouraging the local house and churches
serving with the local church in the community
hosting a kid's event or leadership training
in the Caribbean.
Vulnerable Cuban Ground Iguana.
see people playing around town
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Starting $1,500/Person |
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5-15 people |
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7 days/6 nights |
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Passport required |
Trip contributions
Trips start at $1500 plus airfare. Includes lodging, most meals, in-field transportation (unless otherwise noted), Lifeline Field Guide, translators, pre-trip training, local ministry operations donation, supporting services, background check, and a non-refundable deposit of $100 per person that locks in your date.Please note: Lifeline Christian Mission considers the contributions received for all trips to be tax-deductible; therefore this is non-refundable. Should you need to cancel your trip, trip contributions already sent to Lifeline may be used for a future trip with Lifeline or designated as a ministry donation.
Not included in the trip contribution: Airfare; checked baggage fees; expenses incurred as a result of canceled flights, delays or missed flights for any reason; passport application fees; souvenirs or food at the airports; all costs related to extended stay for any reason.
Airports Options
Havana - Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Number of team members
Trips consist of 5-15 people. We intentionally take smaller team sizes for a better overall trip experience for the goers as well as the receivers. This size allows the team to have a more personal experience as they interact with one another and with the community they are going to serve. A smaller team size also allows for deeper conversations and bonding experiences on the field. And this small size prevents the location we are visiting from being overwhelmed.
Trip length
The trip is 7 days and 6 nights, including travel days.
Documents needed
A passport (valid for at least six months after arrival date), online application, background check (provided by Lifeline), and a notarized parental consent form, if needed.
Age requirements
For general team trips, team members must be at least 12 years old. For family trips, the minimum age is 7 years old. Team members under age 18, traveling without a parent, must submit a notarized parental consent form and be accompanied by an adult who will be responsible for the individual’s well-being.
Register for your trip
After your Team Leader has confirmed the date for the team’s trip, you can get a direct link to the team member application from the Team Leader. The application is not on our website.Trip Types
View different trip types on this document.
Contact us for more information [email protected]
Cuba
Saturday: arrival day, get settled into Campo Amor housing, early dinner, visit Fort La Carana canon ceremony, nightly devotions
Sunday: morning quiet time, breakfast, team splits up into groups to worship with local house churches, lunch, prep for the week’s activities, dinner, nightly debriefing and devotions
Monday - Friday: morning quiet time, breakfast, begin week’s activities which have been determined by the local leader, lunch, continue activities, dinner, nightly debriefing and devotions
Saturday: departure day - return home
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Accommodations will be at the Campo Amor guest house in Alomar, a neighborhood on the outskirts of Havana, Cuba. This includes 3 houses in close proximity that have been extensively renovated to provide group housing.. There are multiple rooms with bunk beds that share multiple bathrooms with hot showers, sinks and modern restrooms. Men and women are housed on different floors or houses. Families can sometimes be accommodated together in a single room depending on the number of team members during that visit.
Bedding and towels are provided unless otherwise instructed.
If you are a light sleeper we suggest you bring earplugs in case you have a snorer. Cuba uses the same electricity as the U.S. No adapter needed.
The majority of your meals will be prepared by a cook in the guest house at Campo Amor. A few meals may be at local restaurants.
*Come prepared to purchase one meal in Cuba and occasional coffee or drinks in local cafes during the trip.
The deposit for all Lifeline trips is $100, and it is due upon application.
When is the trip cost due?
50% of the balance is due 90 days before the trip.
Remaining balance is due 60 days before the trip.
- Guided by our local, experienced ministry staff, we avoid situations that are inherently dangerous.
- We require our staff and participants over age 18 to undergo a background check.
- We review safety procedures during orientation.
- Lifeline Field Guides have first aid training.
- Lifeline Field Guides have the direct phone number to the local Field Leader, US Lifeline staff members and a US nurse.
- Teams will have access to a first aid kit.
- Team members are not permitted to ever go off alone.
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