Almost every airline offers 20-25 kilograms of luggage per person as well as 5-10 kilograms of carry-on luggage included in the price of the ticket. You should double check the airline Terms & Conditions when buying the ticket. Of course, you can always choose the pre-purchase excess baggage option.
15 KILOGRAMS OF DONATIONS
Every volunteer is obligated to bring 15 kilograms of humanitarian help. Each parcel is put together individually. Normally, it includes medicine, medical supplies (no restricted items and liquids), children’s wear, toys, household goods. Each volunteer is provided with a cover letter from Health&Help, explaining the contents of your donation cargo.
10-15 KILOGRAMS OF PERSONAL BELONGINGS
You can always buy necessary clothes in Guatemala or use clothes left by past volunteers. Clothes can be bought for affordable prices ($1-5) at second-hand shops or at the mall. Cosmetics and personal hygiene products are accessible at the local supermarket or at the twice-weekly farmer’s market. It is recommended that you bring practical and comfortable clothes only.
WINTER SEASON (OCTOBER-MARCH)
It’s chilly in winter, +15…+5C, rain is to be expected.
We recommend bringing the following essentials:
SUMMER SEASON (MARCH-AUGUST)
It’s hot in summer, +20…+35C. There is little rain and no mosquitos.
We recommend bringing the following essentials:
AUTUMN SEASON (AUGUST-OCTOBER)
It’s warm in autumn, +15…+20C. It is constantly raining.
We recommend bringing the following essentials:
MISCELLANEOUS
MUST-HAVES
WHAT NOT TO PACK FOR GUATEMALA
It’s sensible not to bring unnecessary stuff you can always buy at the local supermarket or find at the clinic. Being a volunteer means to respect local traditions and lifestyles, so please don’t bring any provoking or revealing clothes. There is no need for party dresses and designer gowns. It makes absolutely no sense to bring clothes you are barely using.
We do not recommend bringing:
Plan carefully before packing. Make a list of things you need to bring and decide who will take what in case you are traveling with a friend. Pack your stuff, folding, rolling and spreading them to occupy all the space inside the bag. Bring multi-purpose items.
Watch some Youtube videos for tips how to pack your bag.
Have a nice trip! See you soon :)