Global Routes: Guatemala
Global Routes is a pioneer in the world of value-driven, experiential-based, international programming. Since 1967, they have led over 10,000 students around the globe on meaningful, fun, and growth-oriented summer programs. They offer our students an unparalleled opportunity to immerse themselves into small rural communities, develop long-lasting cross-cultural relationships, and make positive contributions that will last a lifetime. This includes reciprocal exchange and participating in community-driven service on every program.
Location
Guatemala (South America)
Length
9 days
Dates
July or early August. Specific dates to be announced!
Participants
All Summer Searchers, including from other states!
Travel
Summer Search will provide transportation - a U.S. passport is required!
Housing
Dorm-style living, sharing a bedroom with other participants
Bathrooms
Shared bathrooms
Phone Access
You will have your phone when traveling to and from the program. You will not have your phone in Guatemala
Explore different locations in Guatemala, from bigger cities like Antigua to smaller towns like Comalapa
Support building projects, using recycled materials to build parts of a school campus
Learn more about Guatemalan culture through food, music, and community
Participate in cultural or adventure activities at Lake Atitlan
Connect to a new community and culture outside of the USA
Get an expanded outlook on the world and the role you want to play in it
Develop skills in teamwork, adaptability and problem solving as you work together as a group and with local organizations
Learn more about how the environment plays a role in our world and lives
Want to connect to a new community outside of the U.S.
Want to get an expanded outlook on the world and the role I want to play in it
Want to develop skills in teamwork, adaptability and problem solving as I work together with a group and with local organizations
Want an opportunity to disconnect since I'll be outside, doing a lot of physical yet rewarding work to help communities rebuild
Have or am able to get a U.S. passport for travel
This program requires an international flight
Summer Search requires that you have a U.S. passport that expires after December 31, 2027
Other forms of ID besides an unexpired U.S. passport are not accepted for this program
Summer Search can support your passport fees, even if you do not end up placed on this program, so you can apply for your passport now!
Need help? Check our how-to guide here
