Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is it safe to travel to Chiapas, Mexico?
A. Yes. We have been taking trips with teenagers to these indigenous communities in Chiapas, Mexico for over a decade without any issues. We have worked with trusted locals and vendors that help us maintain the safety and security of our entire group.
Q. Do I need vaccines to travel to Chiapas, Mexico?
A. There are no vaccines that are required to travel to this region of Chiapas.
Q. What are the hotel accommodations like where we stay?
A. We stay in a very safe and more modern hotel that has AC and hot showers. They provide bottled water daily for their guests. Hotel outlets use the same as the U.S.
Q. Is there cell service and wifi where we are going?
A. There is cell service in the city at the hotel where we stay. Most U.S. carriers that have international plans will have access to cell service. There is wifi at the hotel but not hi-speed. During the day when we are in the communities working there is no cell service. Some communities may have wifi depending on where we are going.
Q. Is the water safe to drink? Can we eat the food?
A. We strongly recommend not drinking beverages that are not bottled.