An Impact Experience trip is an enriching journey, to either Nicaragua or Honduras where you can witness the profound impact of providing access to safe drinking water to rural communities. Immerse yourself in the transformative experience of installing life-changing technologies while gaining a profound insight into Central America.

Join us for an adventure of purpose with Cova – these trips are far more than mere missions; they are adventurous ventures with a meaningful impact. We believe in the balance of work and play, embracing every moment to forge connections with the incredible individuals within the Cova community. During your expedition, delve into the rich tapestry of Central American history and culture, while cultivating a deeper appreciation for the significance of safe drinking water.

Five days including travel to/from the United States.

Cova Co-Founder & CEO Wes Meier, Development Director Lisa Cook, and our in-country team.

Travelers are strongly advised to visit a local health travel clinic 8-12 weeks prior to departure. Travel Clinics are up to date on all necessary immunizations and health advisories for Nicaragua. All travelers should review which vaccinations are required and recommended. All recommended vaccinations are at your discretion. You can also visit the CDC Travel’s Health for up-to-date guidance.

Each trip varies, but typically trips will include arriving and traveling around the capital city, visiting Cova headquarters in Estelí (Nicaragua) or Marcala (Honduras), community visits to see our work in action, and finally spending some time with the country’s natural reserves, beaches, or hiking dormant (and maybe even active) volcanoes!

Impact Experience trips include personal visits to rural communities to see Cova’s water treatment solutions in action and provide an opportunity to learn about how it has impacted their lives. You will also have time for exciting expeditions exploring the beautiful countryside of Nicaragua or Honduras.

We highly recommend you wait to book your flights to your destination until you have received our official email confirming your stay with us! Once your booking is confirmed, it is in most cases advisable to get your tickets early to catch the cheapest fares!

No, you don’t need to have any previous skills in Spanish! All of our programs are run entirely in English. But we always encourage our participants to get acquainted with some of the most basic terms and expressions, as even just a simple “Good morning” in the local language can be a great icebreaker to start interacting with the locals.

Cova deposit fees are designed to be as affordable as possible to allow everyone to join our programs. Therefore, considering its limited capacity and the expectations of everyone involved, Cova is unable to provide a total refund policy.

Deposit Fee

The payment of the deposit fees confirms your acceptance of one of Impact Experiences. Deposit fees are not transferable to other people but may be transferable to another trip date.

The deposit fee is refundable until sixty days before the start date of the trip. Requests for deposit fee refunds must be made via an email to Lisa Cook, Director of Development at lisa@covaagua.org  clearly detailing the reasons for cancellation.

Cancellations are subject to the following policies:

• If a traveler cancels sixty days or more before the Impact Experience start date, they can request a refund of the deposit fee, which will be provided minus any transaction costs of the refund. Alternatively, they may ask for a deposit fee credit to be held in their name for future use on any Impact Experience Trip, subject to availability, for twelve months.
• If a traveler cancels between fifty-nine and thirty days before their Impact Experience Trip start date, no refund of the deposit fee is available. A deposit fee credit may be held in their name for twelve months for future use on another Impact Experience Trip program, subject to availability.
• If a traveler cancels less than thirty days before their Impact Experience Trip start date, no refund is available. A deposit fee credit may be held in their name for twelve months from their earliest registered start date, subject to availability.

Yes, you can extend your stay before or after the trip for as long as you would like. The Cova team can help you make hotel arrangements and suggest some sites to visit if you would like. There are wonderful travel opportunities in Honduras and Nicaragua including beautiful beaches, scuba diving and snorkeling, national parks, and cultural experiences.