Guatemala May 2027

COR375 with Paul Nemecek

Mountainous, heavily forested and dotted with Mayan ruins, lakes, volcanoes, orchids and exotic birds, Guatemala, “the land of eternal spring,” is one of the most beautiful countries in Central America.

$800 student cost*

*Cost with the CCS Subsidy. The $200 nonrefundable application fee is not included in this amount. The CCS Subsidy applies to 1st CCS program only.

Christmas decorations in the streets of Guatemala

Beautiful scenery of Antigua with palm trees and water

 

Student Testimonial

“This was such an incredible experience. I'm so grateful for this opportunity and for all the people on the trip and the ones we met along the way!! I would highly recommend Guatemala as a cross cultural to anyone who asks."

Elizabeth E.

Education

Spend time in schools and understand the challenges of gaining an education in Guatemala. Visit with SAU alumni teaching in international schools!

Family

Understand the issue of the “disappeared” in conversation with support groups for their families. Learn to make Mayan cuisine, especially tortillas. Experience the Mayan culture in a mountain village. Participate in a typical Mayan wedding. While in Antigua, we may live with Guatemalan host families.

Government

Experience the colonial capital of Antigua and beautiful Lake Atitlan surrounded by three majestic volcanoes. Meet with organizations monitoring work conditions in the maquiladoras, export assembly plants.

Religion

Visit missionaries and fellowship with Guatemalans. Learn about Mayan beliefs as well as the influence of the Catholic Church in Guatemala.

Economics

Learn about ministries to thousands of impoverished people. See how families scavenge at the city dump. Visit markets displaying artisan crafts. Gain a better understanding of the roots of poverty and marginalization. 

  • Study Spanish language with your own tutor at your own level for a week in Antigua.

  • Experience Guatemalan family life, hospitality, and cuisine in your week-long family home stay in Antigua.

  • See how the famous Mayan weaving is done on back strap looms. Try it yourself.

  • Visit Mayan ruins and learn more about their great civilization.

  • Meet today's Mayans, who make up half the population of Guatemala.

  • See how some of the world's best coffee is grown and roasted.

Departure Dates

May 2027 experiences will begin sometime during the week following the projected May commencement date. Students should not make irreversible plans until their departure date is confirmed by the CCS office in early February 2027.

CCS trips are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Health & Safety

This experience, like all CCS experiences, is subject to political and safety realities at the time of departure. CCS options can be physically and emotionally intense and stretching. Before enrolling, all participants should consult the disclosures on Physical Hardships of CCS.

For more details on recommended immunizations consult the immunizations chart.

Passport required (at additional cost).

Trip Costs

Students are responsible for tuition for COR374 and COR 375 and a $200 nonrefundable application fee, in addition to the $800 travel cost for the 2027 CCS May Guatemala trip.

A current passport is required.

Learn more about the CCS enrollment process

Contact the CCS Office