Guatemala and Belize: Volcanoes, Ruins, and Caribbean Vibes
Guatemala and Belize: Volcanoes, Ruins, and Caribbean Vibes
The trip in a nutshell
This is a WeRoadX trip. So, what does that mean? It is a trip entirely designed and organized by experienced WeRoad Coordinators. The Coordinator takes care of the whole trip: from defining the itinerary to selecting accommodation and included experiences. Through WeRoad, you can book the trip and manage it in your personal area, just like any other WeRoad trip.
Guatemala, the land of eternal spring, is undoubtedly the most beautiful country in Central America, with its greatest cultural and natural diversity. During this trip, we will visit one of the most beautiful colonial cities in the world: Antigua Guatemala. Have you ever climbed an erupting volcano, slept at the summit, and witnessed the massive explosions up close? Well, this will be your chance to experience a magical adventure! We will visit colourful markets and villages and discover why Guatemala is culturally diverse. To do this, we will head to Lake Atitlán, a lake surrounded by 3 volcanoes and 12 villages. Here, we will learn about many traditions, hear new languages, and taste dishes that only exist in Guatemala—a true delight. We will venture into the small Guatemalan Amazon and spend time with a Garifuna community, the only
Caribbean-origin community in Guatemala. We will finish our journey through Guatemala in Tikal, the largest and most important Mayan complex in the world. Its pyramids are a marvel! We will then move on to Belize. Here, we will explore caves and float along the river in a tube. To end the trip, we will spend our last two days on Caye Caulker and visit the second-largest reef in the world. With that, we will say goodbye and return to England with countless memories and unforgettable experiences.
Tour Mood
360º - it's our great classic that allows you to discover the destination in all its aspects. We recommend packing a backpack rather than a suitcase as there will be lots of moving around.
Physical effort
HIGH - this itinerary involves hiking or similar adrenaline-pumping adventures so a high level of physical effort and adaptability is required. Be prepared for an active trip, potential long transfers and adventures like no other!
We will climb a 3,900-metre-high volcano and sleep in tents. In Guatemala, traffic can be very heavy, and on one of the days, we may spend many hours on the road. Backpacks are required to optimise space in the transports. The rest of the time, we will sleep in hotels and interact a lot with the locals to learn about their cultures and traditions. We will be in the jungle, so remember not to feed any animals we might encounter along the way. In Belize, we will go scuba diving or snorkelling, so don't forget to respect marine life.
What do I need to enter Guatemala and Belize?
Passport: 6 months of validity from the day of entry into Guatemala and Belize.
Visa: For most travelers from the U.S., Canada, UK and the EU, no visa is required for stays up to 90 days in Guatemala and up to 30 days in Belize, but it’s best to check specific requirements based on your nationality.
Certificate: Not required
Arrival and departure
The trip begins in Antigua Guatemala, so we recommend that upon landing in Guatemala City, you take a shared transfer. The travel time between the airport and Antigua Guatemala is between 40 minutes and an hour. The trip will end in Caye Caulker, which is just an hour and a half from Belize City airport. The welcome meeting will be at 6:00 PM on the first day in Antigua Guatemala, and on the last day, you can depart in the morning.
What's included
11 nights: accommodation in shared rooms
One-day trek to Acatenango Volcano, including 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner, tent, sleeping bag, mattress, and mountain guide
Entrance to Tikal National Park
Private land transportation from day 3 to day 10
A welcome dinner and a farewell dinner
Travel Coordinator services
Free cancellation with a 100% refund up to 31 days before departure
Itinerary
Welcome to Guatemala
Check-in
Return flights are not included in the price of the trip, so you can choose your departure point, time, and airline. We do this to give you maximum freedom of choice! Check-in at the hotel in Antigua Guatemala. Get ready—today marks the start of our adventure in one of the most colourful and culturally diverse countries on the planet.
Not included: food and beverages
Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage colonial city of Antigua Guatemala
Among ruins and markets
Previously the capital of the country, Antigua is one of the best-preserved colonial cities in Latin America. We will stroll through its streets, explore the typical markets, visit the Convent of the Capuchins, the famous Arco Street, the La Merced Church, the ruins caused by various earthquakes, and its magnificent cathedral. We will mingle with the locals to uncover city legends such as “La Llorona” or “El Cadejo.” All this under the shadow of the majestic Agua Volcano.
What better way to start getting to know each other than with Guatemalan specialties at our welcome dinner? Pepian, Jocon, and of course, many shots of rum to toast the beginning of our adventure.
Included: Welcome dinner and accommodation.
Money pot: Local transportation, guides, and entrance fees included in the common fund
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants
The Fuego and Acatenango volcanoes
Have you ever seen an eruption so up close?
This morning, we will wake up early and head towards Acatenango Volcano. To reach the base camp, which is at 3,600 meters, it will take us approximately 4 hours, but the views will be spectacular. As night falls, we will witness a unique spectacle. The nearby Fuego Volcano, just an hour's walk away, will offer lava eruptions like you've never seen before. We will sleep in tents and have dinner under the stars. What an adventure!
Included: Transport to Acatenango Volcano, local guide, tent, one lunch, one dinner, sleeping bag, and mattress
Money pot: Tips
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants
Returning to Antigua Guatemala
A spectacular sunrise!
Today, we will wake up very early to ascend to 3,976 meters to witness one of the best sunrises in the world. From here, we will have a view of a significant part of Guatemala’s volcanic chain. Fatigue will not hold us back. After a hearty breakfast, we will descend the volcano and return to Antigua Guatemala, where we can shower and rest after an incredible adventure.
Included: Transport to Antigua Guatemala, guide, breakfast, and accommodation.
Money pot: Tips.
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants.
Heading to Lake Atitlán
The lake of 3 volcanoes and 12 villages
Today, we will change cities and head to San Juan la Laguna on Lake Atitlán. This village is one of the most colourful around the lake. Upon arrival, we will take a tour through its art-filled streets and in the afternoon, visit several producer associations of honey, chocolate, medicinal plants, and clothing.
In the evening, we will have dinner with a family who will teach us how to cook their specialty: Pepián. During the meal, we will hear the legends surrounding the lake. Will they be true?
Included: Transport from Antigua Guatemala to San Juan la Laguna and accommodation
Money pot: Tour of San Juan la Laguna and visit to the associations
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants.
Santiago Atitlán, the cults of Maximón, and the largest market in Guatemala
The cult of Maximón
Today, we will take a boat to Santiago Atitlán, another of the 12 villages around the lake. You will notice how the culture in this village differs from that of San Juan la Laguna. Even the traditional costumes of its inhabitants are different. Here, there is a cult dedicated to a saint not recognised by the Church: Maximón. They venerate him through dances and aguardiente (a type of strong liquor). It’s quite a spectacle! The cult is always performed in private homes, so we must respect the space we enter.
Chichicastenango, the largest market in Guatemala
The Chichicastenango market is open only on Thursdays and Sundays. We will have the chance to explore its labyrinths of vegetables, clothing, and traditional souvenirs.
We’ll try our hand at bargaining and take many souvenirs home. In the late afternoon, we will return to Antigua Guatemala.
Included: Transport from San Juan la Laguna to Antigua Guatemala and accommodation.
Money pot: Round-trip boat to Santiago Atitlán
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants.
Río Dulce
The Guatemalan Amazon
We will leave very early in the morning to avoid the traffic from the capital. The journey to Río Dulce will take approximately 4.5 hours. Upon arrival, we can cross the largest bridge in Guatemala and visit the Castillo de San Felipe. We can also rent a boat to explore the river and see why it is considered a little Amazon. If we're lucky, we might spot pink dolphins and manatees. We will also spend time with a Garifuna community, which has Caribbean origins.
Included: Transport from Antigua Guatemala to Río Dulce and accommodation
Money pot: Boat rental and entrance to Castillo de San Felipe
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants.
La isla de Flores
Entering Mayan territory
We will leave Río Dulce behind and head into the Petén department of Guatemala. This region is known for being the largest in Guatemala and home to the greatest number of Mayan ruins in the world. We’ll arrive at Flores, an island in the middle of Lake Petén Itzá. Here, you can rent kayaks, swim in the lake, or stroll through the streets.
In the evening, the lively atmosphere won’t disappoint, so we can head out for dinner at one of the island’s charming restaurants and later go dancing.
Included: Transport from Río Dulce to the island of Flores and accommodation
Money pot: Group-agreed activities
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants.
Tikal
Welcome to the most spectacular Mayan complex in the world
Today, we enter the most important Mayan city in the world: Tikal. A city surrounded by jungle, wildlife, and history. It’s a setting worthy of a Star Wars film, with many pyramids. We will explore the entire city, passing through the central plaza and its main pyramid, the Great Jaguar. As we walk, we’ll spot monkeys, parrots, and countless other species of wildlife. If we're lucky, we might witness Mayan ceremonies. Climbing to the top of Temple IV will give us a breathtaking view of the pyramids emerging from the jungle. A photo at this spot is a must!
After finishing the tour, we will return to Flores, where we will spend the night again.
Included: Round-trip transport to Tikal, entrance to the national park, and accommodation
Money pot: Guide
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants.
Towards Belize
We’re changing countries
Did you know that Belize was a department of Guatemala until 1992, when it gained independence? In Belize, English is the primary language because it was a British colony. We will cross the border to reach Belize City and then take a boat to Caye Caulker. This island is small and a perfect place to relax on the beautiful Caribbean beaches. In the evening, we can go out dancing.
Included: Transfer from Flores to Belize City and accomodation
Money pot: Caves, round-trip boat to Caye Caulker.
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants.
Caye Caulker
Exploring the second-largest reef in the world
These two days will be filled with relaxation and a bit of adventure. Those who wish can
go scuba diving or snorkelling to explore the second-largest reef in the world. The underwater views will undoubtedly be spectacular. In the afternoons, enjoy the beach, the sea, and a good cocktail.
Included: Accommodation
Money pot: Activities decided collectively
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants.
Caye Caulker
Last day in Caye Caulker
On the penultimate day, we’ll prepare for our final dinner together: it will be our last chance to enjoy delicious Caribbean food and spend time together. The trip has been intense, and we return home with our backpacks full of memories, toasting to all the emotions experienced and shared!
Included: Accommodation and farewell dinner
Money pot: Activities decided collectively
Not included: Other meals and drinks are the responsibility of the participants
Time to go home
Check-out and goodbyes
We have reached the end of this adventure: we say goodbye and promise to see each other again soon for another WeRoad!
End of WeRoad services.
Note: The travel itinerary may be subject to changes from the published schedule due to unforeseen factors beyond WeRoad’s control (weather conditions, holidays, strikes, etc.).

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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:
1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.
2. Installment payments for certain countries only
If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
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However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!
If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
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In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.
Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!