Guatemala Unleashed

7 DAYS. 4 CITIES. • DECEMBER 2023


Embark on a journey of a lifetime with like-minded travelers and immerse yourself in local culture, music, and art. This specially-designed trip showcases alternative movements in agriculture, gastronomy, archaeology, and wellness. This is the ultimate adventure for those seeking to connect with local elements, share unforgettable experiences, and groove to the beat of Guatemala's past and present. 

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Hyperlocal World - Guatemala Unleashed
Hyperlocal World - Guatemala Unleashed
Hyperlocal World - Guatemala Unleashed
Hyperlocal World - Guatemala Unleashed
Hyperlocal World - Guatemala Unleashed
Hyperlocal World - Guatemala Unleashed

The best of Guatemala in one trip

JUST SHOW UP, WE'LL HANDLE THE REST.

After welcoming +380 travelers to Guatemala and the region, we are excited to launch a trip that goes beyond the conventional tourism. In collaboration with award-winning travel organizer Etnica, we've designed an itinerary that will allow you to visit the beauty of iconic must see destinations while participating in exclusive and out of the ordinary hands-on experiences carried out by talented and recognized local hosts. 



40% Agriculture
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Experience Coffee Farming and Tasting.

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Indulge in farm to table elevated local cuisine & mixology.

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Take part in a traditional cacao ceremony.

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Savour delicious Guatemalan local ingredients everywhere you visit.

25% Adventure
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Walk ancient Maya trails on a 3 day jungle trek with expert local guides

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Swim in the majestic Lake Atitlán surrounded by volcanoes and villages with rich live cultures!

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Hike the active Pacayan volcanoes in Guatemala and roast marshmallows in natural volcanic oven.

20% Culture
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Stay in historic colonial buildings turned into boutique hotels
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Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Visit rural communities and come up close to day to day life
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Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Explore the colorful cobblestone streets of UNESCO heritage Antigua
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Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Stay in historic colonial buildings turned into boutique hotels
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15% Leisure
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Join expert-led yoga and meditation sessions overlooking the volcanoes that surround Lake Atitlán

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Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Dance the night away in a private gathering hosted by Guatemalan International DJ Adakt.

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Participate in daily wellness experiences in the mystical Lake Atitlán
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Add-ons

Upgrade to the Mayan Biosphere package, and get extra six nights and explore the lush rainforest.

*BASED ON AVAILABILITY

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Go snorkeling in the pristine waters of Crater Azul and uncover the impressive underwater gardens.

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Explore “The City of Voices”, Tikal & the off the beaten path El Zotz archeological site.

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Walk ancient Maya trails on a 3 day jungle trek with expert local guides.

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Reward yourself at a luxurious front-lake jungle lodge after exploring off the beaten path jungle trails.




Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Spend two nights on Flores Island, the Gateway to the Maya Biosphere.



Meet your hosts

The local heroes of Guatemala

01 Debora Fadul

02 DJ Adakt

03 Chocolatería Sero

04 Etnica

01 Debora Fadul

As the Chef-Patron of Diacá, the country's leading restaurant, Debora Fadul has set  the standards for Guatemala's gastronomy. Merging food and culture, she strives to connect with individuals to bring nostalgia, ancestral knowledge, and the culture of Guatemala and its farmers to the forefront.

In 2022, she earned a nomination from the World's 50 Best as the Next 50 Best Chefs. During our trip, we'll visit to Diacá, as Chef Debora will welcome us to savour her food and share her innovative concept.

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02 DJ Adakt

For over a decade, Adakt has been highly respected in Guatemala's electronic music scene, having obtained worldwide recognition and toured around the world representing Guatemalan artists. Best known for his pioneering the now famous full moon parties in Lake Atitlan, and residency as DJ of Wachalal, a festival of culture evolution and ancestral knowledge. 

In this trip, we'll spend the weekend with Adakt to experience alternative arts and electronic music scene that he pioneers in Lake Atitlan.

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03 Chocolatería Sero

Chocolatería Sero, maker of the famous El Buen Cacao concept in Guatemala, combines their social and environmental responsibility with high quality ingredients to create fine chocolates. They also promote biodiversity, land reforestation, and better living conditions for everyone. On this trip, we will be able to sample various Guatemalan Fine Chocolates from distinct ecoregions all over the country, as well as tour cacao farms owned by their  farmers, organized communities.

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04 Etnica

Since its victory in the United Nations’ largest-ever competition for sustainable tourism, Etnica has become a leader in impact tourism organization throughout Guatemala and the Yucatan Peninsula since 2016. 

Hyperlocal and Etnica’s CEO, Pablo Martinez, have been closely collaborating in order to provide meaningful tourism experiences for customers while doing our part to foster development within the communities we work with. Pablo himself will lead the start of the trip, ensuring a local and sustainable way.

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed
Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed
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Hyperlocal Trip - The Togo Field Trip
Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed
Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed
Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

About Guatemala

Central America's most diverse country

Land of volcanoes, Mayan civilization, diverse forest systems, rich local gastronomy, thriving art scene and one of the world's most renowned plantations for both coffee and chocolate. All to be featured in this trip while supporting rural and community initiatives by going directly to the source! 


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La Inmaculada Hotel

1 Night in Guatemala City

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Los Pasos Hotel & Spa

2 Nights in Antigua

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Hotel Atitlan

4 Nights in Lake Atitlán

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Bolontiku Hotel Boutique & Spa

2 Nights in Peten 

(MAYA BIOSPHERE PACKAGE)

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Good Hotel Michelin Guide

1 Night in Antigua

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Hotel Isla de Flores

1 Night in Flores Island

(MAYA BIOSPHERE PACKAGE)

Hyperlocal Trip - Guatemala Unleashed

Basecamp

2 Nights in El Zotz & El Yesal

(MAYA BIOSPHERE PACKAGE)

Choose your package

More than 380 travellers have joined us in Guatemala. We're excited to host you next!

Guatemala Unleashed: Standard (Aug W1)
Guatemala •
$3,642.82/pp
6 nights

Guatemala Unleashed: Standard (Aug W1)

November 2025 - December 2025

Witness the progressive movements of Guatemala's agriculture, gastronomy, archaeology, and wellness.

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Guatemala Unleashed: Biosphere (Aug W1)
Guatemala •
$6,149.82/pp
6 nights

Guatemala Unleashed: Biosphere (Aug W1)

November 2025 - December 2025

Supercharge your Guatemala experience and get extra six nights and explore the lush rainforest.

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From the press

UNWTO

"Live the spirit of Camel Trophy with the Land Rover Defender".

FORBES

"This project seeks to connect travelers who visit Guatemala with actors and projects from rural communities, to value the cultural and natural heritage [Etnica]."



PRENSA LIBRE

"Pablo Martínez and Ana Sofía Godoy proposes promoting job opportunities in rural areas through responsible tourism. This is a unique experience for the visitor [Etnica]."

Experience Further

Across Central America

Guatemala Trippin is a part of EL MUNDO MAYA, a series of Hyperlocal trips and experiences designed to explore the most advanced civilizations in the Americas dating back to more than 2000 back. In Partnership with award-winning tourism organizer Etnica.

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Sneak peaks of the trip from our hosts


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