Work with Indigenous Mayan Communities

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1 - 50 veckor  ·  Ålder 18 - 50+

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Volontärprojekt av högsta kvalitet. Detta projekt erbjuder högsta kvalitet som sätter standarder - långt över genomsnittet.

Höjdpunkter

  • Indulge in a fully immersive cultural and linguistic experience.
  • Gain insights into the village life of a rural farming community.
  • Gain Spanish practice by living with a host family and sharing daily life with locals.

Höjdpunkter

  • Indulge in a fully immersive cultural and linguistic experience.
  • Gain insights into the village life of a rural farming community.
  • Gain Spanish practice by living with a host family and sharing daily life with locals.
  • Make memories you'll never forget during your time abroad.
  • Learn more about the Latin American ways, customs and habits.


  • Särskilt lämplig för

    Ålder 18+
    Singlar
    Par
    50+

    Om programmet

    A unique and authentic cultural immersion experience in Guatemala, where volunteers live and work in a local indigenous community.

    Indigenous Culture projects are located in a small, rural farming community outside of Antigua. This project is designed to assist with activities that provide modest income to local Mayan families, such as the creation of woven handicrafts, while offering unique cultural exchange and experience of ...

    Om programmet

    Indigenous Culture projects are located in a small, rural farming community outside of Antigua. This project is designed to assist with activities that provide modest income to local Mayan families, such as the creation of woven handicrafts, while offering unique cultural exchange and experience of their daily life. Volunteers support the community in various activities depending on seasonal need in the areas of agriculture, textiles, kitchen and household chores, and language education.

    Volunteers at Indigenous Culture projects may be asked to:

    • Plant, harvest, and clean fruits and vegetables.
    • Care for farm animals such as chickens.
    • Collect weaving materials, learn to make different types of cloth.
    • Weave items such as belts, tablecloths, napkins, bags, etc.
    • Assist with cooking and cleaning, learn traditional homemade Guatemalan dishes.
    • Teach small English lessons to family or community members.

    Village life is often affected by harvest seasons, weather, and family events. Additionally, it is normal there for work to be divided by gender so male and female volunteers should expect to do different tasks. Volunteers are always supported by Maximo Nivel’s in-country coordinators but they are not on site at your project at all times. The residents speak mainly in Mayan-Kakchikel and Spanish is a second language. Participants should prepare themselves for complete cultural and language immersion.



    Typisk dag

    The Indigenous Culture program begins with a mandatory 1-2 day orientation session in Antigua, where volunteers receive vital information about their project and trip to the project site. They should expect to work up to 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday. That said, the goal of this project is to ...

    Typisk dag

    The Indigenous Culture program begins with a mandatory 1-2 day orientation session in Antigua, where volunteers receive vital information about their project and trip to the project site. They should expect to work up to 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday. That said, the goal of this project is to participate in the everyday life of the host family and the community. This means that schedules can vary greatly. For instance, some days may require 8 hours of work split between morning and afternoon while others require only 1-2 hours. 


    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Just outside of La Antigua, there is a lot to explore including nearby coffee farms, volcanoes, and both Mayan and colonial ruins. Further outside the area, participants can visit beautiful Lake Atitlán, Semuc Champey, and the famous Tikal archaeological site. Our staff are experts on ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Just outside of La Antigua, there is a lot to explore including nearby coffee farms, volcanoes, and both Mayan and colonial ruins. Further outside the area, participants can visit beautiful Lake Atitlán, Semuc Champey, and the famous Tikal archaeological site. Our staff are experts on Guatemala and can answer any questions clients have. Tours and trips can also easily be booked through our on-site travel partner.

    Krav

    Krav

    Minimiålder: 18 år

    För att kunna delta i programmet måste du vara minst 18 år gammal på programmets startdatum. Det kan finnas undantag om du kan visa upp tillstånd från din(a) vårdnadshavare eller om du åtföljs av dina föräldrar.

    Språkfärdigheter

    Du måste tala Engelska (grundnivå)

    Kontroll av kriminell bakgrund

    krävs

    Begränsningar av nationalitet

    Inga begränsningar. Hjälpande händer från hela världen är välkomna.

    Tidsåtgång

    Din hjälp kommer att behövas på Måndag, Tisdag, Onsdag, Torsdag och Fredag

    Vad som ingår

    Vad som ingår

    Tjänster av Maximo Nivel

    Our fees include:

    - Airport pick-up
    - Host family accommodations (shared room with half board in Antigua and full board at the project site)
    - Program and safety orientation
    - Walking tour
    - Official certificate of volunteer service
    - Emergency contact number 24/7
    - Program management

    While in Antigua:

    - Free Tandem Conversation Program
    - Free office-wide WIFI and computer lounge
    - Free social activities
    - Free coffee and tea and on-site snack bar
    - Maximo Nivel Institute open 7 days/week

    Hämtning på flygplatsen på La Aurora International Airport

    Airport pick up in Guatemala City and public bus transportation to and from the project and La Antigua at the beginning and end of the program is included. La Antigua is approximately 45 minutes from the airport, while the project is about 30 minutes outside of Antigua.

    Boende

    For the first couple days volunteers stay in La Antigua to receive the orientation. In La Antigua they stay in a traditional family-stay with a shared room and breakfast and dinner included. At the project, they will also stay in a traditional family-stay which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week.

    Mat och Dryck

    The first 2 days in La Antigua volunteers have 2 meals included (breakfast and dinner), while at project they have full board with 3 meals/day. Specific dietary requests can be accommodated.

    Vad ingår INTE?

    Vad ingår INTE?

    Tillgång till Internet

    Tyvärr, ingen tillgång till projektområdet

    Flygbiljetter

    Den närmaste flygplatsen är La Aurora International Airport (GUA) i Guatemala City. Vi hjälper dig att hitta billiga flyg till Guatemala. HITTA BILLIGA FLYG

    Reseförsäkring

    Att resa utomlands är ett äventyr och det är alltid bäst att vara förberedd. Plötslig sjukdom eller skada, avbokning eller stöld - en reseförsäkring för Guatemala ger trygghet och är ett plus att ha. FÅ ETT PRISFÖRSLAG

    Vacciner

    Om du har för avsikt att arbeta som volontär i Guatemala bör du söka medicinsk rådgivning innan du börjar din sociala resa. Kontrollera vilka vaccinationer som krävs för Guatemala. KONTROLL AV VACCIN

    Detaljer vid ankomsten

    Every Monday, all year round. For the first couple days volunteers stay in Antigua to receive the orientation. The Mayan Cultural Immersion projects are located approximately 30 minutes outside of Antigua. Public bus transportation to and from the project site is included at the beginning and end of the program.
    Tillgänglighet
    Jan Febr Mars Apr Maj Jun Jul Aug Sept Okt Nov Dec

    Pris för programmet

    1 vecka (min. vistelse) 778€
    2 veckor 1 132€
    3 veckor 1 407€
    4 veckor 1 671€
    5 veckor 1 940€
    6 veckor 2 210€
    7 veckor 2 479€
    8 veckor 2 748€
    9 veckor 3 018€
    10 veckor 3 287€
    11 veckor 3 556€
    12 veckor 3 826€
    13 veckor 4 095€
    14 veckor 4 364€
    15 veckor 4 634€
    16 veckor 4 903€
    17 veckor 5 172€
    18 veckor 5 442€
    19 veckor 5 711€
    20 veckor 5 980€
    21 veckor 6 250€
    22 veckor 6 519€
    23 veckor 6 788€
    24 veckor 7 058€
    25 veckor 7 327€
    26 veckor 7 596€
    27 veckor 7 866€
    28 veckor 8 135€
    29 veckor 8 404€
    30 veckor 8 674€
    31 veckor 8 943€
    32 veckor 9 212€
    33 veckor 9 482€
    34 veckor 9 751€
    35 veckor 10 020€
    36 veckor 10 290€
    37 veckor 10 559€
    38 veckor 10 828€
    39 veckor 11 098€
    40 veckor 11 367€
    41 veckor 11 636€
    42 veckor 11 906€
    43 veckor 12 175€
    44 veckor 12 444€
    45 veckor 12 714€
    46 veckor 12 983€
    47 veckor 13 252€
    48 veckor 13 522€
    49 veckor 13 791€
    50 veckor (max. vistelse) 14 060€
    Genomsnittliga priser 529€/vecka

    Pris för programmet

    529€ per vecka 1 - 50 veckor Ålder 18 - 50+

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    Varaktighet

    1 - 50 veckor

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    Slutbetalning

    Din slutbetalning kommer att överenskommas med Maximo Nivel under ansökningsprocessen. Vanliga lösningar är antingen via banköverföring eller kontant betalning på projektplatsen.


    Möt din programledare

    Maximo Nivel

    Briljant 4.7 rating (110 fältrapporter)

    Byrå - grundades 2003

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      Mycket hög Svarsfrekvens

    Värd är

    Georgie

    Talade språk: Engelska, Spanska

    Om projektet

    Maximo Nivel offers Volunteer Abroad and International Internship programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru.

    Möt din programledare

    Who we are? 

    Maximo Nivel is a family-owned organization that has been offering volunteer abroad programs since 2003. We are a locally-based organization in Costa Rica, Guatemala and Peru, where we also own and operate 4 intercultural centers in Antigua, Guatemala; Cusco, Peru; Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica; San José, Costa Rica.

    What we do? 

    We offer a wide range of work-study-travel programs, including Volunteer Abroad, International Internships, TEFL Certification, Gap Year, Spanish Immersion, Adventure & Culture, and more! 

    Where we work? 

    Maximo Nivel’s work-study-travel programs take place in Antigua, Guatemala; Cusco, Peru; Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica; and San José, Costa Rica. We also have off-site programs on the Pacific and Caribbean coasts of Costa Rica and Guatemala and in the Amazon Jungle and Sacred Valley of Peru. 

    Our mission/vision: 

    Maximo Nivel is a professional, ethical, and hardworking organization that is completely dedicated to providing a great experience to every student, participant, client, faculty leader, and partner who joins us.

    Our goals: 

    • Deliver high-quality, safe, affordable programs 
    • Provide the best Spanish language immersion in all of Latin America 
    • Improve impact at every volunteer project site where we work 
    • Train and certify world-class ESL teachers 
    • Organize excellent internships and other opportunities for international work experience 
    • Help people experience the world through education, adventure, and cultural travel.

    Who are we looking for? 

    Adventurous people who are passionate about travel, culture, languages, and helping others.

    Why choose us? 

    Maximo Nivel's program fees are affordable and transparent. We pride ourselves on providing great client service!

    110 fältrapporter · rating4.7

    Allison Smith rating5

    2018 at Work with Indigenous Mayan Communities

    I had a fabulous time in Antigua. I had wonderful teachers who were fun, patient, and supportive. I had an amazing host mom who cooked amazing food every single day. And I had the opportunity to participate in local activities through the school and other agencies in the area. Despite the tragedies ...
    Wolfgang Oberauer rating5

    2024 at Construction and Renovation Assistant

    I had the most amazing experience as part of this volunteering programme. Maximo Nivel was great in taking me feel looked after. My hist family was always there for me, kept my room clean, cooked for me and were super reliable. A great benefit was also the Spanish classes which really uplevelled my ...
    Martina Gut rating4.4

    2024 at Support Local Healthcare

    Fue una linda experiencia para mí y me quedé satisfecha de toda manera. La primera semana estaba en un asilo de ancianos y las próximas semanas en un colegio para niños discapacitados, siempre con gente muy amable. En los fines de semana siempre hice excursiones fabulosas como montaña de siete ...
    Kathleen Nordstrom rating5

    2023 at Community Childcare Supporter

    I would recommend Máximo Nivel a million times over. The warm, engaging staff and volunteer/student community make you feel welcome from the moment you step in the door, and I met several lifelong friends. There are lots of opportunities to explore, including around the city and the country as a ...
    Daniel White rating5

    2023 at Sea Turtles Conservation Experience

    Experiencing an arribada in Costa Rica was truly a once-in-a-lifetime event. Thousands of turtles arriving simultaneously to lay their eggs was a remarkable sight to behold. As a volunteer, I felt privileged to contribute to the conservation of these endangered ...
    Aisha Rahman rating5

    2023 at Sea Turtles Conservation Experience

    Observing the hatching of baby sea turtles in Costa Rica was an unparalleled experience. Everyone made me feel welcome and supported. It was great to be able to explore Tamarindo and other beach towns during the weekends and I met so many great people I still keep in touch today. Thank you for the ...

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    Amerika > Centralamerika > Guatemala > La Antigua

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