join us in antigua guatemala FOR THE ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME
Why antigua Guatemala?
The land of eternal spring
Antigua Guatemala sits at about 5000 feet of elevation, in a valley surrounded by three volcanoes (two extinct, one active). This unique location has its own micro-climate, with year-round highs in the mid-to-upper 70s and lows in the 50s.
Antigua has two seasons:
"Summer” is the dry season, and runs from October to April, approximately.
“Winter” is the rainy season, running the rest of the year. In general, this means beautiful mornings and some rain in the afternoon. While we schedule most group activities for the morning
The History & Culture
Founded by the Spaniards, in the mid-1500s, as the third capital of colonial Central America, it was abandoned in the late 1700s when the capital was moved to present-day Guatemala City.
Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, left behind are the cobblestone streets, churches in various states of ruin and restoration, and history around every corner. From art and sculpture, to textiles and architecture, there is so much so see, learn about and explore in the small 9 block by 9 block core of the city.
The coffee
Guatemalan coffee is second-to-none, if you ask us, as much of it is grown on the slopes of Volcán Agua (Water Volcano), just outside of Antigua. The rich volcanic soil and perfect climate produce impeccable coffee.
A centerpiece of our trips is a trip led by one of the De la Gente coffee farmers. This small cooperative from the town of San Miguel Escobar hand-picks their coffee and it’s sold as direct trade, elevating the lives of the farmers, their families and their community.
We will meet the farmer at his or her house, hike up to their coffee plantation, and learn about process of growing and harvesting coffee. We will then return to their home, learn more about the processing of coffee, get hands on experience roasting and grinding the coffee over a traditional comal, and then have lunch together.
UPCOMING TRIPS
feast your eyes…
There is no shortage of delicious food and drink, and you’ll eat - possibly - like you never have before! From fresh local fruits and veggies to dishes created by chefs hailing from around the word.
create lasting memories
A group tour is a unique experience, and one we carefully curate each time. We keep the groups small so that everyone gets to know each other. The small size also allows us to be flexible in what we do, whether it’s stopping when you see something interesting, or completely pivoting one day and doing something different. We also hope you’ll come away from this experience with new perspectives, new friends, and a new favorite place to visit!
