2019 at Explore Mayan Culture
from 1,741€
Outstanding 5
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Explore Mayan Culture
2 - 2 weeks
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Age 18 - 50+
Outstanding 5
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Verified by Volunteer World
Below average response rate
Outstanding 5 ·
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Verified by Volunteer World
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Reopening soon
2 - 2 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
·
Below average response rate
Highlights
- Learn all about coffee alongside local farmers on the side of an active volcano in Sacatepéquez.
- Immerse in Mayan culture and get your hands dirty with “defensive” reforestation at the Chico Mendes Reforestation Project.
- Follow in the footsteps of revolutionaries on a 2 ½-day trek through remote highland forests and see the sunrise over the mouth of a super volcano at Lago Atitlan.
- Practice the traditional arts of natural dyes and back-strap weaving with the women of San Juan La Laguna who continue to express their Mayan Tz’utujil culture through craft-based economies.
- Visit our permaculture farm on the beautiful Lago Atitlan to work hands-on with our local partners
Especially good for
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
About the program
An immersive two-week adventure exploring Guatemala's Mayan roots
Mayan culture has almost always been deeply connected to the trees. Guatemala itself means “place of many trees” and many Mayan communities used trees (along with their “traje” or traditional clothing) to distinguish themselves. Sadly today, you’ll notice that trees are conspicuously ...
Typical day
Day 1-2: Orientation in Antigua
We begin our Guatemalan adventure in Antigua where Guatemala's colonial history and breathtaking landscape are on full display. At the base of a volcano, surrounded by cobblestone streets and colorful markets, we'll take a day to acclimatize ourselves to the sights, ...
Free-time activities
When we aren’t learning and working with our incredible grassroots partners, we have planned all kinds of fun activities and excursions to integrate ourselves in the local culture. We have also scheduled plenty of time for you to explore your own interests.
Some examples of activities:
- Hike ...
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Details on arrival
June 18 - July 1, 2023
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Program fees
2 weeks
1,741€
Average fees
870€/week
Meet your organization
Operation Groundswell
Outstanding 5
(26 reviews)
Agency - founded in 2016
Verified by Volunteer World
Below average response rate
Coordinated by
Evelyn
About the project
We go backpacking with a purpose! Our programs combine cross-cultural dialogue, critical learning, community service, and of course, travel and adventure!
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