Work with Indigenous Mayan Communities

location
1 - 50 semanas  ·  Edad 18 - 50+

rating  Brillante 4.7  · 
  Verificado por Volunteer World
  Ratio de respuesta muy alto

Proyecto de la más alta calidad. Este proyecto ofrece la más alta calidad que establece estándares, muy por encima del promedio.

Puntos Relevantes

  • Indulge in a fully immersive cultural and linguistic experience.
  • Gain insights into the village life of a rural farming community.
  • Gain Spanish practice by living with a host family and sharing daily life with locals.

Puntos Relevantes

  • Indulge in a fully immersive cultural and linguistic experience.
  • Gain insights into the village life of a rural farming community.
  • Gain Spanish practice by living with a host family and sharing daily life with locals.
  • Make memories you'll never forget during your time abroad.
  • Learn more about the Latin American ways, customs and habits.


  • Especialmente adecuado para

    Edad 18+
    Solteros y solteras
    Parejas
    50+

    Sobre el programa

    A unique and authentic cultural immersion experience in Guatemala, where volunteers live and work in a local indigenous community.

    Indigenous Culture projects are located in a small, rural farming community outside of Antigua. This project is designed to assist with activities that provide modest income to local Mayan families, such as the creation of woven handicrafts, while offering unique cultural exchange and experience of ...

    Sobre el programa

    Indigenous Culture projects are located in a small, rural farming community outside of Antigua. This project is designed to assist with activities that provide modest income to local Mayan families, such as the creation of woven handicrafts, while offering unique cultural exchange and experience of their daily life. Volunteers support the community in various activities depending on seasonal need in the areas of agriculture, textiles, kitchen and household chores, and language education.

    Volunteers at Indigenous Culture projects may be asked to:

    • Plant, harvest, and clean fruits and vegetables.
    • Care for farm animals such as chickens.
    • Collect weaving materials, learn to make different types of cloth.
    • Weave items such as belts, tablecloths, napkins, bags, etc.
    • Assist with cooking and cleaning, learn traditional homemade Guatemalan dishes.
    • Teach small English lessons to family or community members.

    Village life is often affected by harvest seasons, weather, and family events. Additionally, it is normal there for work to be divided by gender so male and female volunteers should expect to do different tasks. Volunteers are always supported by Maximo Nivel’s in-country coordinators but they are not on site at your project at all times. The residents speak mainly in Mayan-Kakchikel and Spanish is a second language. Participants should prepare themselves for complete cultural and language immersion.



    Día típico

    The Indigenous Culture program begins with a mandatory 1-2 day orientation session in Antigua, where volunteers receive vital information about their project and trip to the project site. They should expect to work up to 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday. That said, the goal of this project is to ...

    Día típico

    The Indigenous Culture program begins with a mandatory 1-2 day orientation session in Antigua, where volunteers receive vital information about their project and trip to the project site. They should expect to work up to 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday. That said, the goal of this project is to participate in the everyday life of the host family and the community. This means that schedules can vary greatly. For instance, some days may require 8 hours of work split between morning and afternoon while others require only 1-2 hours. 


    Actividades de tiempo libre

    Just outside of La Antigua, there is a lot to explore including nearby coffee farms, volcanoes, and both Mayan and colonial ruins. Further outside the area, participants can visit beautiful Lake Atitlán, Semuc Champey, and the famous Tikal archaeological site. Our staff are experts on ...

    Actividades de tiempo libre

    Just outside of La Antigua, there is a lot to explore including nearby coffee farms, volcanoes, and both Mayan and colonial ruins. Further outside the area, participants can visit beautiful Lake Atitlán, Semuc Champey, and the famous Tikal archaeological site. Our staff are experts on Guatemala and can answer any questions clients have. Tours and trips can also easily be booked through our on-site travel partner.

    Requisitos

    Requisitos

    Edad mínima: 18 años

    Para participar en el programa debes tener al menos 18 años en la fecha de inicio del programa. Puede haber excepciones si muestras el permiso de tu(s) tutor(es) legal(es) o si vas acompañado de tus padres.

    Conocimientos lingüísticos

    Tienes que hablar (nivel básico) Inglés

    Verificación de antecedentes penales

    obligatorio

    Restricciones de nacionalidad

    Sin restricciones. Las manos amigas de todo el mundo son bienvenidas.

    Tiempo dedicado

    Necesitaremos tu ayuda los Lunes, Martes, Miércoles, Jueves y Viernes

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios incluidos

    Servicios de Maximo Nivel

    Our fees include:

    - Airport pick-up
    - Host family accommodations (shared room with half board in Antigua and full board at the project site)
    - Program and safety orientation
    - Walking tour
    - Official certificate of volunteer service
    - Emergency contact number 24/7
    - Program management

    While in Antigua:

    - Free Tandem Conversation Program
    - Free office-wide WIFI and computer lounge
    - Free social activities
    - Free coffee and tea and on-site snack bar
    - Maximo Nivel Institute open 7 days/week

    Recogida en el aeropuerto La Aurora International Airport

    Airport pick up in Guatemala City and public bus transportation to and from the project and La Antigua at the beginning and end of the program is included. La Antigua is approximately 45 minutes from the airport, while the project is about 30 minutes outside of Antigua.

    Alojamiento

    For the first couple days volunteers stay in La Antigua to receive the orientation. In La Antigua they stay in a traditional family-stay with a shared room and breakfast and dinner included. At the project, they will also stay in a traditional family-stay which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week.

    Comida y bebida

    The first 2 days in La Antigua volunteers have 2 meals included (breakfast and dinner), while at project they have full board with 3 meals/day. Specific dietary requests can be accommodated.

    ¿Qué NO está incluido?

    ¿Qué NO está incluido?

    Acceso a Internet

    Lo sentimos, no hay acceso en el lugar del proyecto

    Boletos de avión

    El aeropuerto más cercano es La Aurora International Airport (GUA) en Guatemala City. Te ayudamos a encontrar vuelos baratos a Guatemala. ENCONTRAR VUELOS BARATOS

    Seguro de viaje

    Ir al extranjero es una aventura y siempre es mejor estar preparado. Enfermedad o lesión repentina, cancelación o robo: un seguro de viaje para Guatemala proporciona seguridad y es una ventaja tenerlo. OBTENER UN PRESUPUESTO

    Vacunas

    Si tiene intención de realizar un voluntariado en Guatemala, debe solicitar asesoramiento médico antes de iniciar su viaje social. Comprueba las vacunas que necesitas para Guatemala. COMPROBADOR DE VACUNAS

    Detalles a la llegada

    Every Monday, all year round. For the first couple days volunteers stay in Antigua to receive the orientation. The Mayan Cultural Immersion projects are located approximately 30 minutes outside of Antigua. Public bus transportation to and from the project site is included at the beginning and end of the program.
    Disponibilidad
    Enero Feb. Marzo Abr. Mayo Jun Jul Agosto Set. Oct. Nov. Dic.

    Cuotas del programa

    1 semana (estancia min.) 787€
    2 semanas 1.145€
    3 semanas 1.422€
    4 semanas 1.689€
    5 semanas 1.961€
    6 semanas 2.234€
    7 semanas 2.506€
    8 semanas 2.778€
    9 semanas 3.051€
    10 semanas 3.323€
    11 semanas 3.595€
    12 semanas 3.867€
    13 semanas 4.140€
    14 semanas 4.412€
    15 semanas 4.684€
    16 semanas 4.957€
    17 semanas 5.229€
    18 semanas 5.501€
    19 semanas 5.773€
    20 semanas 6.046€
    21 semanas 6.318€
    22 semanas 6.590€
    23 semanas 6.863€
    24 semanas 7.135€
    25 semanas 7.407€
    26 semanas 7.679€
    27 semanas 7.952€
    28 semanas 8.224€
    29 semanas 8.496€
    30 semanas 8.768€
    31 semanas 9.041€
    32 semanas 9.313€
    33 semanas 9.585€
    34 semanas 9.858€
    35 semanas 10.130€
    36 semanas 10.402€
    37 semanas 10.674€
    38 semanas 10.947€
    39 semanas 11.219€
    40 semanas 11.491€
    41 semanas 11.764€
    42 semanas 12.036€
    43 semanas 12.308€
    44 semanas 12.580€
    45 semanas 12.853€
    46 semanas 13.125€
    47 semanas 13.397€
    48 semanas 13.670€
    49 semanas 13.942€
    50 semanas (estancia max.) 14.214€
    Cuota promedio 534€/semana

    Cuotas del programa

    534€ cuotas semanales 1 - 50 semanas Edad 18 - 50+

    Métodos de pago

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    Duración

    1 - 50 semanas

    Depósito

    El depósito es simplemente para reservar tu vacante de voluntario. Los pagos se gestionan a través de PayPal, nuestro proveedor global de confianza. Si no tienes una cuenta PayPal, también puedes pagar con tarjeta de crédito.


    Pago final

    El pago final se acordará con Maximo Nivel durante el proceso de solicitud. Las soluciones habituales son la transferencia bancaria o el pago en efectivo en el lugar del proyecto.


    Conoce a tu anfitrión(a)

    Maximo Nivel

    Brillante 4.7 rating (110 reseñas)

    Agencia - fundada en 2003

    Verificado por Volunteer World

      Ratio de respuesta muy alto

    Coordinado por

    Georgie

    Idiomas hablados: Inglés, Español

    sobre la organización

    Maximo Nivel offers Volunteer Abroad and International Internship programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru.

    Conoce a tu anfitrión(a)

    Who we are? 

    Maximo Nivel is a family-owned organization that has been offering volunteer abroad programs since 2003. We are a locally-based organization in Costa Rica, Guatemala and Peru, where we also own and operate 4 intercultural centers in Antigua, Guatemala; Cusco, Peru; Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica; San José, Costa Rica.

    What we do? 

    We offer a wide range of work-study-travel programs, including Volunteer Abroad, International Internships, TEFL Certification, Gap Year, Spanish Immersion, Adventure & Culture, and more! 

    Where we work? 

    Maximo Nivel’s work-study-travel programs take place in Antigua, Guatemala; Cusco, Peru; Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica; and San José, Costa Rica. We also have off-site programs on the Pacific and Caribbean coasts of Costa Rica and Guatemala and in the Amazon Jungle and Sacred Valley of Peru. 

    Our mission/vision: 

    Maximo Nivel is a professional, ethical, and hardworking organization that is completely dedicated to providing a great experience to every student, participant, client, faculty leader, and partner who joins us.

    Our goals: 

    • Deliver high-quality, safe, affordable programs 
    • Provide the best Spanish language immersion in all of Latin America 
    • Improve impact at every volunteer project site where we work 
    • Train and certify world-class ESL teachers 
    • Organize excellent internships and other opportunities for international work experience 
    • Help people experience the world through education, adventure, and cultural travel.

    Who are we looking for? 

    Adventurous people who are passionate about travel, culture, languages, and helping others.

    Why choose us? 

    Maximo Nivel's program fees are affordable and transparent. We pride ourselves on providing great client service!

    110 reseñas · rating4.7

    Allison Smith rating5

    2018 at Work with Indigenous Mayan Communities

    I had a fabulous time in Antigua. I had wonderful teachers who were fun, patient, and supportive. I had an amazing host mom who cooked amazing food every single day. And I had the opportunity to participate in local activities through the school and other agencies in the area. Despite the tragedies ...
    Wolfgang Oberauer rating5

    2024 at Construction and Renovation Assistant

    I had the most amazing experience as part of this volunteering programme. Maximo Nivel was great in taking me feel looked after. My hist family was always there for me, kept my room clean, cooked for me and were super reliable. A great benefit was also the Spanish classes which really uplevelled my ...
    Martina Gut rating4.4

    2024 at Support Local Healthcare

    Fue una linda experiencia para mí y me quedé satisfecha de toda manera. La primera semana estaba en un asilo de ancianos y las próximas semanas en un colegio para niños discapacitados, siempre con gente muy amable. En los fines de semana siempre hice excursiones fabulosas como montaña de siete ...
    Kathleen Nordstrom rating5

    2023 at Community Childcare Supporter

    I would recommend Máximo Nivel a million times over. The warm, engaging staff and volunteer/student community make you feel welcome from the moment you step in the door, and I met several lifelong friends. There are lots of opportunities to explore, including around the city and the country as a ...
    Daniel White rating5

    2023 at Sea Turtles Conservation Experience

    Experiencing an arribada in Costa Rica was truly a once-in-a-lifetime event. Thousands of turtles arriving simultaneously to lay their eggs was a remarkable sight to behold. As a volunteer, I felt privileged to contribute to the conservation of these endangered ...
    Aisha Rahman rating5

    2023 at Sea Turtles Conservation Experience

    Observing the hatching of baby sea turtles in Costa Rica was an unparalleled experience. Everyone made me feel welcome and supported. It was great to be able to explore Tamarindo and other beach towns during the weekends and I met so many great people I still keep in touch today. Thank you for the ...

    Ubicación

    América > Centroamérica > Guatemala > La Antigua

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