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Orange-billed Nightingale-Thrush

During our birding tour is also possible to see this beautiful bird. Its know as Orange-billed Nightingale-Thrush. Small, plain-breasted thrush of tropical and subtropical woodland; mainly in foothills, but also in highlands. In winter many birds move to coastal lowlands of west Mexico. Feeds mainly on the ground, but also in fruiting bushes. Sings from low to middle level perches, …

Need to get fit for a trek in Guatemala? Here’s how!

Do you longing for fresh mountain air, breathtaking views and that wonderful tired feeling at the end of the day? Yes! Then these are signs that you’re in the mood for a trek in Guatemala! Guatemala has some great trekking routes such as Volcan de Pacaya, Pico de Cielo, Volcan San Pedro or a nice lake shore trek (and many …

Here’s why you should use a local Guide when traveling

I think we can agree that when traveling, we would want to experience the place as best and as much as possible. One way to help you with that is hiring a local guide when traveling. If you don’t know why you should hire one, and how and where to hire one, don’t worry. I’ll be able to help you …

Living with local people in rural Guatemala: an extraordinary experience

Stay with Local Families in Guatemala Below, Wendy Moore recounts their experiences, how they became involved in daily village life and learned about the local residentsu2019 hopes, concerns and determination to change their community for the better. Three days in the remote village of Santa Cruz la Laguna sounded very attractive after the busy excitement and glamour of the cities …

Things to Do in Guatemala

Thrill seekers can get their kicks with a canopy tour, which includes flying through the jungle via a number of transmission lines. Guatemala’s rainforests are the perfect place to try this adrenaline-inducing activity and there are various opportunities for canopy excursions around Tikal and Antigua. Scale Mayan pyramids! Once home to around 100,000 Maya, the UNESCO World Heritage Site comprises …