Baranquilla, Baranoa, Colombia

General Information

  • Location: Small town in northern Colombia, located 30 minutes from Baranquilla.

  • Population: Approximately 1.2 million people

  • Climate: Tropical weather with year-round warmth (80–90°F / 27–32°C)

    Dry season: December–April; Rainy season: May–November

  • Altitude: 328 feet above sea level.

    Community & Economy

  • Agriculture: Many locals work in farming, growing crops like cassava, plantains, corn, and tropical fruits. Cattle ranching and poultry farming are also common sources of income.

  • Livelihoods: The people of Baranoa primarily rely on agriculture, livestock farming, and small businesses for their livelihood.

  • Challenges: The people of Baranoa face economic challenges, limited access to healthcare, education, and infrastructure, and climate-related issues like flooding

Junio 3-10

Itinerary

Itineraries are subject to change

June 3

Team Arrives at the airport. Prep day for missions!

June 4

Training for on the ground Medical Health Care workers

June 5

Mission-Men’s Prison

June 6

Mission- Designated City

June 7

Mission- Designated City (with church service)

June 8

Mission- Women’s Prison

June 9

Sightseeing Day

June 10

Return Home

Packing List

A more detailed list specific to this trip will be given to each traveler ahead of time

Essential

  • Passport & travel documents

  • Bible & journal

  • Cash (small bills) & debit/credit card

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Small backpack for daily use

Clothing

  • T-shirts & long-sleeve shirts

  • Comfortable pants & modest shorts

  • Lightweight jacket or sweater

  • Rain jacket or poncho

  • Comfortable walking shoes & sandals

  • Hat & sunglasses

Toiletries & Health

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, & personal hygiene items

  • Sunscreen & bug spray (with DEET)

  • Hand sanitizer & wet wipes

  • Prescription meds & small first-aid kit

  • Electrolyte packets & stomach medicine

Miscellaneous

  • Flashlight or headlamp

  • Phone & charger

  • Snacks (granola bars, nuts, etc.

Mission Sponsors

It is thanks to the generosity of our mission sponsors and donors that make our mission possible.

Iglesia Community

8527 Pines Blvd,

Pembroke Pines FL 33024