This immersion trip will connect you with local culture through hands-on activities in collaboration with artisans, businesses and nonprofit organization.
Small group experience (Max. 12), standard service level, private transportation.
Medium level walking and hiking, suitable for active people. Nothing too challenging.
Immerse yourself and volunteer in the living Mayan culture at Lake Atitlán, explore colonial streets, hike an active volcano, and explore a civilization-spanning culture that reaches back centuries .
This tour includes 2-3 days walking and working alongside incredible and sustainable local organizations strengthening communities by promoting education, well-being, and empowerment. Activites depend on the current need and all through our grand adventure we focus on uplifting cultural preservation of indigenous communities throughout Guatemala.
Day 1: Bienvenidos a Guatemala! Airport pickup upon arrival.
Day 2: Historical Antigua Tour & Jade Workshop (B,L)
Day 3: Pacaya Volcano Hike (B,L)
Day 4: Travel to Lake Atitlan (Panajachel) (B,L)
Day 5: Community Project Volunteering (B,L)
Day 6: Community Project Volunteering (B,L)
Day 7: Explore the other villages of Atitlan & visit the Maximon Deity of Santiago (B,D)
Day 8: Travel to Lanquin (B,D)
Day 9: Tour at the magical Semuc Champey and Lanquin Caves (B,L,D)
Day 10: Travel to Flores (B,D)
Day 11: Visit to the Mayan ruins of Tikal (B,L)
Day 12: Free Day (Optional tours to Yaxha or Uaxactun) (B)
Day 13: Free time in Flores and return to Guatemala City via by plane from Mundo Maya Airport. Final dinner back where it all began! (B,D)
Day 14: ¡Adios!