Guatemala 7-Day Immersive Travel

Early Bird: $3950 *Book by January 31st

Standard Fee: $4250 *Book after January 31st

Our immersive group travel in Guatemala is designed for those looking for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience and learn about the diverse cultures and timeless traditions of Lake Atitlan. This trip includes intimate moments with weaving cooperatives, local families and off the beaten path excursions. Travelers are encouraged to gain a deeper understanding of global issues and immersive activities are supplemented with educational seminars and group discussions with Aly Espinoza and innovative local leaders. 

As a team of creatives, we embrace the captivating energy that attracts us to Lake Atitlan. We travel with our own photographers to capture authentic moments in real time and all photos are available to participants at no additional charge. And we always leave time for visitors to discover the region's magnetic allure on their own and create scenarios for travelers to capture what's most important to them on their own terms.

• Transportation is provided by a certified private driver.
• Accommodations are boutique-style hotels, featuring beautiful private rooms.
• Meals are freshly prepared at trusted local establishments, ensuring both safety and authenticity.
• Substitutions for dietary allergies are always accommodated.
• Supportive bilingual staff are available even during free time.
• All staff, guides, drivers, and excursion hosts are certified and paid above the minimum wage, ensuring a safe, ethical, and sustainable experience for everyone involved.

Upon reserving your spot you will receive:

• Payment Confirmation
• Expected Itinerary
• Excursion Details

Two weeks before traveling you will receive:

• Pre-Departure Checklist
• Tour Agreement Waiver

From the moment you land, we’ve got you covered:

• Airport ground transfer
• Local transportation
• Private hotel accommodations
• All dining and meals
• Curated group excursions
• Bi-Lingual Guides

What’s NOT Included? 

• Roundtrip airfare
• Travel insurance
• Souvenirs and personal expenses
• Emergency or medical costs
• Pre-trip appointments
• Duties or custom fees

Add-Ons: Must see!

• La Antigua City Tour: $550 *1 day prior
• El Paredon Beach Relax: $550 *1 day post
• Each add-on includes 1 night stay with breakfast at a hotel and round trip ground transportation.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience for every body.

Some areas of rural Guatemala require extra consideration for accessibility, we gladly work with the community to make appropriate accommodations. If there’s anything we should know in advance regarding your personal access needs, please feel free to reach out to us before booking.

This trip involves tight spaces, multiple stairs, commuter boats, tuk-tuks, microbuses, pickup trucks, and uneven terrain.

Hiptipico was founded in 2012 and worked in rural Guatemala alongside indigenous communities for 10 years. Our team is known worldwide as the pioneers in ethical fashion, sustainable sourcing, transparent production and genuine local leadership.

Hiptipico founder Alyssa Espinoza earned her Master’s Degree from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service in Washington DC where she graduated Cum Laude specializing in the Economic Development of Latin America. She traveled the world extensively completing her field research on sustainable tourism in the Amazon Rainforest and Galapagos Islands. She work in various sustainable development initiatives including Kiva.org eventually brought her to the highlands of Guatemala in 2011. Here is where Alyssa connected with talented female artisans in rural villages and together began exploring ways to create access to a global marketplace. Using social media to share the authenticity behind building a grassroots ethical brand to energize the local economy led to the overall success of Hiptipico.

For 10 years Alyssa lived full-time in rural Guatemala alongside local artists and offered private tours exclusively for film makers, universities and fashion designers looking for insider knowledge and off the beaten path exposure. Today, Alyssa is thrilled to open up these unique moments with socially-minded travelers and share this knowledge in a small group setting.

• Payment is non-refundable.
• Cancellations will be rebooked for a future date.
• Please fly into La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City (GUA).
• Travel insurance is required.
• A signed waiver will be provided and is required to participate.
• Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian.
• Passports must be valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry.
• Tourist visas are not required for travelers from the US, EU, Canada, Australia, South Korea etc. but please verify the specific entry requirements for your nationality.
• Vaccinations are not required for entry from non-risk countries.
• Consult with a healthcare provider or travel clinic for personalized advice before your trip.
• Itineraries and accommodations are subject to slight change.
• Full refunds will be issued if the trip is canceled by Hiptipico.
• Hiptipico reserves the right to dismiss participants for behavior that jeopardizes the safety, enjoyment, or cultural respect of the group.