GUATEMALA

Travel with purpose to the rural areas of Chisec and work together with community members on a project to reduce poverty in the region.

TRIP DATE: jULY 22-29, 2023

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PROJECT: COMMUNITY-LED INITIATIVE TO REDUCE GLOBAL POVERTY

Limited to 30 expeditioners:

The picturesque nation of Guatemala bridges Mexico with all other Central American countries. While quaint in geographical size, the native people radiate a happiness that is larger than life. CHOICE expeditions focus on the indigenous Q'eqchi' communities of the pleasant Polochic region, amidst the breathtaking cloud forest of the Alta Verapaz state.

itinerary

Enjoy an incredible opportunity to learn about rural Guatemalan culture while also experiencing international development and humanitarian work firsthand. Along with your fellow expeditioners...

DATES	DAY	ACTIVITIES OF THE DAY	LOCATION
7/22/2023	Saturday	Arrive in GUA by 3 pm	Hotel Barcelo
7/23/2023	Sunday	Early Departure Bus to village - Welcome Ceremony	Community arrangements
7/24/2023	Monday	Project work in village + community activities	Community arrangements
7/25/2023	Tuesday	Project work in village + community activities	Community arrangements
7/26/2023	Wednesday	Project Work + community activities	Community arrangements
7/27/2023	Thursday	Project work in village + community activities, Farewell Ceremony	Community arrangements
7/28/2023	Friday	Return travel to Guatemala City	Hotel Barcelo
7/29/2023	Saturday	Explore GUA/Antigua or travel home	GUA-USA

BEFORE YOU GO

Everything you need to know before booking your life-changing adventure.

WHAT IS THE COMMUNITY’S NEED?

Expeditioners will help community members with a locally-led project that has the potential to reduce the many dimensions of poverty.

Like all areas where CHOICE serves, poverty levels in Guatemala are high and income levels are low or nonexistent. CHOICE works with and through the communities to implement systemic changes that expand options and provide paths out of poverty for individuals and families.

More information regarding the project to come.

WHAT WILL I EXPLORE WHILE I’M THERE?

In addition to serving and working in the rural community, expeditioners will also have the opportunity to visit:

Expeditioners will spend most of their time in the scenic Chisec region northeast of the capital. A brief stop will be provided in Cobán, Guatemala, which is not only the capital of the Alta Verapaz region but also the cardamom- and coffee-growing center of the district.
Depending on flight departures, this expedition will visit either Guatemala City or Antigua. Either city is steeped in history and waits for visitors hungry to gain cultural knowledge and exchange.

Expeditioners may be able to purchase additional trip add-ons to popular tourist destinations. Contact expeditions@choicehumanitarian.org for more information.

HOW MUCH DOES THE EXPEDITION COST?

INVESTING IN IMPACT

Your investment in an expedition is maximized to make a difference—it does good for both you and the community.

Around 50% goes towards the costs of running the trip. The remaining 50% goes towards CHOICE’s mission, its operations, and executing projects that address poverty like the one that you’ll be working on.

PRICING

Expedition fee: $2,395
Deposit: $300/person minimum deposit is required to reserve your spot.
Fee does not include airfare.

WHAT DOES IT COVER?

The expedition fee includes two nights’ hotel accommodations, village meals and lodging, local transportation, in-country preparation, certified Expedition leaders, and all project costs (including materials) to be used both during and following the expedition.
Expedition fee will not cover any additional accommodation needs if arriving before or after the expedition.

HOW DO I GET THERE?

Expeditioners are responsible for booking and paying for their own air travel. The expedition fee does not cover airfare.

Arrival: Land at La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala CIty before 3:00 PM on Saturday, July 22.
Departure: Leave from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City at any time on Saturday, July 29.

CHOICE partners with CV Humanitarian travel, a trusted agency that specializes in humanitarian travel to the remote places where CHOICE works. Agent Blair Greene is standing by to assist you and can be reached at blair@cvtravel.com or by calling 1 (205) 484-2029.

All other transportation that is part of the expedition itinerary is arranged by CHOICE Humanitarian (not including trip add-ons).

WHO LEADS THE EXPEDITION?

WHAT IF I HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS?

WHAT MAKES CHOICE EXPEDITIONS DIFFERENT?

With a CHOICE expedition, you’re investing in an experience that is meaningful and responsible. Our country teams and Certified Expedition Leaders (CEL) work together to make each part of your trip intentional and valuable.

CULTURAL EXCHANGE

We prioritize meaningful interactions, increased empathy, and connection between expeditioners and community members.

SUSTAINABLE PROJECTS

We only support ethical projects which are needed by the community and provide sustainable, long-term poverty solutions.

EXPERIENCED TRIP LEADERS

We are led by Certified Expedition Leaders (CEL) who coordinate extensively with CHOICE local country directors and staff.

CONSCIOUSNESS OF IMPACT

We are intentional about the impact of our expeditions to ensure trips infuse beneficial resources into the community.

MAXIMIZED IMPACT

About 50% of your expedition investment goes to CHOICE’s mission to help execute projects that address poverty like the one that you’ll be working on.

Explore all of our available expeditions, or contact us to arrange a custom expedition to one of the areas we serve.

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