Antigua to Petén to Rio Dulce, Guatemala

Land and Sea Maya Encounter

12 Days |
Community Visit, Getting to Know Locals and Time in Nature
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This 12-day journey is a great opportunity for deep cultural immersion, insight on social and environmental challenges and close-up to community efforts that contribute to the sustainable development of Guatemalan communities. Explore the Maya Biosphere reserve and experience the culture in the most emblematic national parks of northern Guatemala and the Caribbean coasts. This adventure is ideal for nature lovers and off the beaten path travelers!

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Trip Details

Duration

12 Days / 11 Nights

Travel Style

Active Adventure, Connect with Nature and Cultural Immersion

Languages

English, Spanish and Other Local Language

Physical Activity

Moderate activity

Location

Lake, Rainforest and Rural Communities

Connect

Wifi: Limited
Cell: Limited

Highlights

  • Partcipate in a food tour in Antigua, the colonial capital of Guatemala

  • Spend days exploring off the beaten path areas of beautiful Péten, including birdwatching in the San Pedro River

  • Explore the small village of Uaxactún and see Tikal at sunrise

  • Go boating in Rio Dulce, caving in the 'Cueva del Tigre, and get to know Garifuna culture in Livingston

  • Stay overnight in a rural Mayan village and particpate in a traditional ceremony

Details

Availability

Flexible Departure Date
All year

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Guatemala (-/-/-)

Day 2: Explore Antigua Guatemala (B/-/-)

Day 3: Laguna del Tigre National Park (B/L/D)

Day 4: Trekk to El Perú Waká (B/L/D)

Day 5: Birdwatching and sunset in the San Pedro River (B/L/D)

Day 6: Community vist and sunset in Uaxactún (B/-/-)

Day 7: Sunrise at Tikal National Park (B/-/-)

Day 8: Caving in Río Dulce (B/-/-)

Day 9: Garífuna experience in Livingston (B/-/D)

Day 10: 7 Altares and Homestay in Quehueche (B/-/D)

Day 11: River side massage and fresh ceviche (B/L/-)

Day 12: Departure (B/-/-)

What's Included

Lodging

Boutique Hotel and Family Homestay

Activities

Guide

Local guide (not bilingual)

Food

Some meals included (see itinerary)
Try all the Guatemalan local delights in the venues we visit. Veggie, Vegan and Gluten-free options are available. Specified meals B= Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner

Your Local Host

Etnica

Etnica

Locally Owned Social Enterprise

Etnica is a travel company that specializes in creating personalized, culturally immersive adventures in Guatemala. They work directly with local associations, cooperatives, independent artisans, fishermen, farmers, and families to provide travelers with uniqu

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Base Price:

$2,860/person

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Speaks: English, Spanish and Other Local Language

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