Customized Faculty-led Programs in Guatemala
Our Faculty-led programs connect international students with the vibrant culture of Guatemala, fostering academic growth and personal development through immersive experiences and service-learning opportunities that benefit both the students and the local community.
Customized Faculty-led Programs
Since 2014, De La Gente has worked with partner institutions to design programs that adapt to various objectives according to curricular needs and focuses, including service-learning, and facilitated over 120 customized educational trips for international students.
We foster meaningful learning experiences for participants while contributing to their academic growth. Our customized Faculty-led programs aim to offer participants key insights into Guatemalan history, culture, and economic context by immersing them in the daily lives of the host communities in the city of Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and San Lucas Toliman at the shore of Lake Atitlan.
Our sample itinerary can be adapted to your curricular needs.
We handle the logistics, scheduling, and all the details in between so that all trip participants can focus on experiencing the richness of Guatemalan culture.
LENGTH: 9 days and 8 nights
PRICE: USD$ 1,200.00 per person
We Offer
Full logistics on the ground: We take care of transportation, accommodation, local meals, translation, etc.
Compliance documentation: As a registered US 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we can provide W-9 forms, Foreign Commercial General liability certificates or other documentation.
Easy payment options: We accept domestic payments by credit card, electronic check or paper check.
Well-rounded academics: Our team has the tools, experience and knowledge to guide your students.
Spanish language immersion: We provide students the opportunity to immerse in Guatemalan culture and build genuine connections with locals, prioritizing their language learning experience.
Service-learning component add-on:
Choose from agriculture projects, volunteering at coffee fields, and construction.
Fundraising opportunities: Through our Coffee Ambassador program, students and schools can raise money to fund their trips by selling De La Gente coffee in their communities. Learn more.
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What You Can Expect
Experiential Learning
Our hands-on learning activities allow participants to have more meaningful educational experiences.
Field of focus
We understand that each trip is different, and can accommodate your educational needs.
Our experience ranges but is not limited to economics, environmental studies, and supply chains in the coffee industry.
Principles of reflection and action
Diversity, empathy, respect, responsible consumption, analysis and critical judgment.
Stories From the Students:
Guatemalan immersion program helps Blugolds build Spanish skills, cultural awareness >> Read article
By Haley Blagdon and Emma Felty from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
Supporting Central American Coffee Growers >> Read article
By Alexandra Shimalla from Emory University
Why Choosing De La Gente?
Accommodation options
We can adapt to different budgets by offering accommodation in 3-5 star hotels in Antigua Guatemala and San Lucas Toliman, or homestays in the community of San Miguel Escobar.
Reliable transportation
All of our transportation providers are fully insured to protect the safety of the passengers and comply with all local law regulations, including a valid driver's license.
Food safety
Those preparing food during the trip have taken a food safety and hygiene course. Additionally, any beverage served will have been prepared with purified water, and all trip participants will have access to purified water throughout the trip.
Security and emergency protocols
We are prepared with protocols to keep minimal risk in case of natural disasters, medical emergencies, or other events that could occur during the trips.
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Partnering Universities and Institutions
Highlights of Our Programs
A tour guide will lead the participants through key buildings and locations to learn about Guatemala's historical context to better understand and analyze the key factors of today’s country’s culture.
Antigua Educational City Tour
A unique opportunity that will open the door to the coffee community of San Miguel Escobar. This is a great chance to immerse in the local culture, practice Spanish, and be part of the community (for a few days).
Homestay With a Local Family
Choose between agricultural services, coffee processing work, or construction. All activities allow participants to support coffee producers while learning about their daily lives and work.
Volunteer Opportunities
A visit to one of the Mayan towns just 20 minutes from Antigua, San Antonio Aguas Calientes, to learn about the beautiful and colorful Mayan textiles from local weavers who have learned the craft from generations before them.
Guatemalan Textile Weaving Workshop
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