Mission FAQ

Early in your trip set up you will receive a Mission Adventure Manual, which includes fundraising ideas; online trip handbooks and resources for participants, promotional materials, and unlimited pre-trip consultations with your trip leader.

Once in country you will receive transportation to and from the airport, transportation to and from ministry sites, three meals a day, purified drinking water, sleeping accommodations, group t-shirts, customizable ministry options, an opportunity to attend local church services, times of team devotion and worship, prayer, a debriefing meeting at the end of your trip.

Passport fees, vaccinations, spending money, offering at church services, construction and/or ministry materials, personal insurance, Visas and optional recreation.

You will notice that airfare from your departure city to your destination is not included in our Most Popular Locations. Airfare can be added into the per person price based on your departure city after you register. If it is added into your trip cost, then IMM will also purchase the air tickets for you. Or you can arrange your flights yourself. This can be discussed after you register.

Yes. We take extra precautions and lay down strict ground rules to ensure safety. Crime occurs in every country, but we have never had an SLM team experience a major incident of crime. Our genuine partnership with missionaries, pastors and other community leaders in the country you serve ensures there is always someone looking out for the well being of your team. Plus, remember that SLM will provide a Certified Team Leader to actually go with you on your mission trip. One of their prime responsibilities is to look out for your safety.

Most countries have their fair share of these types of creatures. While most SLM teams never see them, our team leaders and country hosts are equipped and ready to handle the situation should it arise. Working with full-time missionaries and local leaders provides SLM teams with security on every front that would be difficult, if not impossible, without them.

All transportation within the host country is included in the cost of the trip and will be arranged by SLM. Most often, teams will be riding in buses or other local transportation. Most SLM teams have dedicated transportation, but public transportation is also used when appropriate.

All food and drink provided by SLM during trips is safe for consumption. You will be advised at your Pre-Mission Trip Training and during your trip regarding food and drink that is safe or that should be avoided.

Yes. There will be a time set aside to buy souvenirs if so desired.

Your food will be flavorful and generally made from local resources. Local foods can vary. In general, if you are a picky eater you need to get over it! We do not mean to be rude, but you will experience food that is different than you are used to. Flexibility will serve you well in this area. If you need, you can always carry extra snacks with you to satisfy your food cravings and/or needs. If you have genuine food restrictions due to medical reasons, be sure that SLM and your group representative have been fully informed of these needs.