Homestays

Live like a Local and Create Connections

Overview

Experience the true essence of a place and immerse yourself in the local culture with our homestay program. Stay with a local family and become a member of their community, giving you the opportunity to see life through their eyes and create meaningful connections. Homestays are the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself with in the culture and traditional lifestyle of rural communities in Guatemala.  The experience will put you in touch with knowledge exchange, learning, traditions and living culture.

Your host family will be able to share with you the local cuisine and show you around the town like a local!

Available in four unique locations throughout Guatemala, this program is perfect for solo travelers, those who are passionately curious, and anyone looking for an authentic and enriching travel experience.

What’s included

  • One night accommodation in private single/double room in a local family home

  • Shared or private bathroom with hot water depending on the family household were you stay

  • 1 meal per day will be provided by the host family, special diets can be accomodated

  • Access to family common areas and kitchen

  • Prior introduction to your host family

  • Local taxes

  • Interactive day-to-day travel program in specialized app with support from our team

What’s not included

  • International flights

  • Tours and activities

  • Transportation

  • Travel insurance

  • Not specified meals and drinks

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Personal expenses

  • Payment and transaction fees

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“Do you want to know what it is like to live in Guatemala? Do a homestay with Etnica Travel :) Staying in Silvia's home and being hosted by the Manos de Fé women's cooperative in San Antonio Aguas Calientes was a very unique experience that was conveniently close to Antigua. I recommend it to anyone looking to get out of the tourist bubble and into the real Guatemala. You will also enjoy the attention to cultural detail by participating in their tailored activities and you will have a blast with this group of funny ladies and their families. Highly recommended!”

— Lauren O’Neill, USA