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Guatemala Community Outreach

From £499, 2 weeks, Guatemala

  • Volunteering
  • Adventure 2 out of 5
  • Relaxation 2 out of 5
  • Culture 4 out of 5
Guatemala Community Outreach

Trip Highlights

  • Help improve the quality of life of some of Guatemala’s poorest families
  • Live in the beautiful & incredible setting of Antigua - nestled between three volcanoes
  • Experience life in a typical Guatemalan community
  • Help educate and improve health

Trip Summary

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What's included?

  • Host family accommodation
  • Two meals a day (except Sundays)
  • Airport transfers
  • Orientation upon arrival
  • Full support and assistance from your co-ordinator
  • 24 hour support number and contact for emergencies

What's not included?

  • All flights
  • Personal Travel Insurance
  • Visas
  • Lunches

The Guatemala Community Outreach project is one of our most successful community development programmes - a direct result of the fantastic efforts and achievements of volunteers who have helped change lives.

 

This project is perfect for anyone looking to travel to Central America and work in Guatemala whilst experiencing life in a typical Guatemalan community with volunteers from around the world.  On this project you will work to help improve the quality of life of some of Guatemala’s poorest families.


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What will I be doing?

  • Volunteer Role (2 - 6 weeks)

Volunteer Role: 2 - 6 weeks

Destination info

The name Guatemala comes from the Mayan for ‘many trees’. It is the most populated country in Central America and is bordered by the Pacific, the Caribbean, Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador and Belize.


Antigua’s setting is simply gorgeous, nestled between three volcanoes: Agua (3766m), Fuego (3763m) and Acatenango (3976m), and its streets– with flowers bursting from the local brickwork, and pastel facades under dark red, terracotta roofs – offer endless photo opportunities at every turn. Antigua is cold after sunset, especially between September and March, so bring warm clothes, a sleeping bag or a blanket.

  • Location: Small towns surrounding Antigua

Your role as a volunteer varies according to your interests and is very flexible to change when you are on the project.


You will be able to become involved in a number of aspects such as:


Education
There are a number of activities and projects that need volunteer assistance. One of the main roles is helping educate and support the children in classes such as mathematics, physical education, handicraft, English and computing.  


Health
The project helps children and their families with dental care and also provides vitamins and food.  This means that every day, the children receive nutritious food and drinks, such as carrot juice, a banana, an orange or a ham sandwich. Each morning and afternoon the children brush their teeth under the guidance of volunteers and they are provided with vitamin supplements.
In addition, the project does social work with the families of the children. The centre tries to create an awareness of how important education is for the youth of Guatemala.


Please note: itineraries and activities are subject to change.

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Additional Information & FAQs

Minimum age

The minimum age to participate is 18 years and there is no maximum age.

 

Accommodation

For the duration of the project, you'll live with one of our typical Guatemalan families. All families have been personally visited by staff, this ensures that all homes meet an excellent standard for a comfortable stay. All families tend to speak Spanish most of the time, (to help you get the most from your time in Guatemala) however, these is always at least one person who can speak English to ensure you can communicate well.

 

Meals

Your family will provide you with two meals a day (breakfast and dinner). All families are more than happy to cook any dishes that you'd like (within reason!) and many families can accommodate special dietary requirements for vegetarians and vegans. Please note that meals are not provided on Sundays.

 

Advice & Safety

Throughout your programmes you will have the support and guidance of the programme co-ordinator and team. You will be provided with competent assistance and help with any questions or advice you may need during your stay.

You will be assigned a personal travel advisor who will co-ordinate your programme with you. Feel free to contact them at any time before you go, or when you are on your travels.

In addition, you will have access to a 24 hour emergency contact number so you can contact one of our UK staff at any time should you need to.

 

 

FAQ

1. What level of Spanish do I need to take part ?

Basic level is fine

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2. Do I need teaching experience?

No you do not require any teaching experience.

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3. What happens when there are school holidays?

Volunteers take part on the Summer school.

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4. Do I get time off for extra acivities?

Yes, every evening and you will generally have weekends to yourself.

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Judy Phillips, 6th Feb 2011 - 6th Mar 2011

Please rate your overall experience
(10/10)
What were the highlights of your trip?

The school in which I worked, jardin de amor, was brilliant. The staff were very welcoming and the children really needed the school to help them escape from the cycle of poverty.

What top 3 tips would you give other travellers?

Realise that Guatemala is a huge tourist destination. Antigua was really disappointing as full of American tourists. However the school was in a small village light years way from Antigua.

How would you sum up your trip in 10 words?

Unique experience with indigenous children who really needed my help.

Please rate your pre-departure service
(10/10)
Please rate your in-country service
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Please rate your accommodation
(7/10)
How worthwhile was your trip?
(10/10)
Would you travel with Real Gap again?

Yes

Would you recommend Real Gap?

Yes

Reshma Hirani, 10th Jul 2010 - 31st Jul 2010

Please rate your overall experience
(10/10)
What were the highlights of your trip?

Tikal was amazing, and La Antigua is beautiful as are the people of Guatemala. The food in town in the restaurants was amazing. The scenery of the country and the culture and history are well worth the trip

What top 3 tips would you give other travellers?

Take a mosquito net, malaria medication and bug spray - and that's only for Antigua Visit Tikal Eat out as often as you can when in Antigua

How would you sum up your trip in 10 words?

Amazing life changing experience but don't stay with host family

Please rate your pre-departure service
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Please rate your in-country service
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Please rate your accommodation
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How worthwhile was your trip?
(5/10)
Would you travel with Real Gap again?

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