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Climb an active volcano kayak across Lake Atitl\u00e1n and swim with sharks on the barrier reef of Belize<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":63260,"menu_order":259,"template":"","thumbnail_video":null,"checkout_hero_banner":null,"acf":[],"template_id":"na","duration":12,"trip_limit":8,"img_header":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAHero-2880x1000-560x310.jpg","continent":"The Americas","country":"Guatemala","countries":["Belize","Guatemala"],"prices_between":{"gbp":{"min":"\u00a33299","max":"\u00a33569"},"eur":{"min":"\u20ac3899","max":"\u20ac4209"},"usd":{"min":"$4449","max":"$4809"},"cad":{"min":"$6099","max":"$6599"},"aud":{"min":"$6069","max":"$6559"},"nzd":{"min":"$6759","max":"$7309"},"hkd":{"min":"$33149","max":"$36459"},"aed":{"min":"DH15569","max":"DH16839"}},"about":"

Our adventure around Guatemala and Belize isn\u2019t for the fairweather traveler.<\/strong><\/p>\n

From trekking through the jungle to swimming with sharks, this Central American escape will take you right out of your comfort zone. Come join us as we hike up an active volcano and kayak the mirror-still waters of Lake Atitl\u00e1n. Let us guide you through the jungle to the top of an ancient Mayan temple, where you can watch the sun blaze orange as it sets over the rainforest. Get set for your jaw to hit the floor as we river tube through incredible underground caves lined with giant stalactites and ancient Mayan paintings. From wild swimming in sapphire cenotes to a paddle around Belize Barrier Reef in the company of sharks and stingrays, this is an adventure of non-stop wonders, complete with Caribbean beaches, barbeques and delicious local rum. Grab your bags, Flashpackers, and join us in the Great Unknown…<\/p>\n","highlights":[],"lang":"us","trip_type":[],"hidden":true,"seasons":["spring","winter"],"scenery":["beach","jungle","mountain"],"activities":["boat_trip","cooking_class","hiking","island_hopping","local_culture","water_sports","wildlife"],"activity_level":["moderate"],"key_locations":"Antigua, Pacaya Volcano, Lake Atitl\u00e1n, Flores, Tikal, Caye Caulker, San Pedro Caye, Belize Barrier Reef","itinerary":[{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Arrive in Guatemala City Airport (GUA)","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Hola Guatemala","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Flashpackers, welcome to day one of your adventure in Guatemala. Touch down at La Aurora International Airport, where a private transfer will be waiting to whisk you off to your hotel in Antigua. Today is all about getting to know your fellow Flashpackers and settling into your new surroundings. If you arrive early, feel free to explore the nearby Parque Central (also known as Plaza Mayor) or take a stroll through the city\u2019s cobblestone streets, where you\u2019ll find pastel-hued buildings and colonial restorations lining the remarkably photogenic pavements. Look out for a riot of color as the infamous Chicken Buses zip past you, laden with people, animals and goods. This evening, we\u2019ll all head to a rooftop bar (or a local bar depending on the weather) to share a few beers before tucking into our first Antiguan dinner together. Soak in the balmy night\u2019s warmth as you chat with your guide and fellow explorers, the promise of adventure lying right on the horizon.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Hola Guatemala","text":"

Flashpackers, welcome to day one of your adventure in Guatemala. Touch down at La Aurora International Airport, where a private transfer will be waiting to whisk you off to your hotel in Antigua. Today is all about getting to know your fellow Flashpackers and settling into your new surroundings. If you arrive early, feel free to explore the nearby Parque Central (also known as Plaza Mayor) or take a stroll through the city\u2019s cobblestone streets, where you\u2019ll find pastel-hued buildings and colonial restorations lining the remarkably photogenic pavements. Look out for a riot of color as the infamous Chicken Buses zip past you, laden with people, animals and goods. This evening, we\u2019ll all head to a rooftop bar (or a local bar depending on the weather) to share a few beers before tucking into our first Antiguan dinner together. Soak in the balmy night\u2019s warmth as you chat with your guide and fellow explorers, the promise of adventure lying right on the horizon.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Arrive in Guatemala City Airport (GUA)","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAIntinerary1-925x600.jpg"],"day":1},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Volcano hiking & viewpoint picnic","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Volcano hiking and a viewpoint picnic","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

You\u2019re going to need a lot of the excellent Guatemalan coffee this morning because we\u2019re hiking the still-active Pacaya Volcano, over 2,500 meters above sea level. We\u2019ll drive an hour and 50 minutes outside the city before starting our hike. The ascent offers incredible views and if you\u2019re lucky, you may even catch a little smoke puffing from Pacaya\u2019s crater. Back at the hotel, rest your legs or explore some of the area\u2019s dining options. To eat like a local try pepi\u00e1n de pollo, a hearty chicken stew often served with thick corn tortillas. Vegetarians are in luck too: squash, black beans, corn, avocado and roasted veggie dishes are all Mayan staples, so you\u2019ll have no problem getting to grips with Guatemalan cuisine.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Volcano hiking and a viewpoint picnic","text":"

You\u2019re going to need a lot of the excellent Guatemalan coffee this morning because we\u2019re hiking the still-active Pacaya Volcano, over 2,500 meters above sea level. We\u2019ll drive an hour and 50 minutes outside the city before starting our hike. The ascent offers incredible views and if you\u2019re lucky, you may even catch a little smoke puffing from Pacaya\u2019s crater. Back at the hotel, rest your legs or explore some of the area\u2019s dining options. To eat like a local try pepi\u00e1n de pollo, a hearty chicken stew often served with thick corn tortillas. Vegetarians are in luck too: squash, black beans, corn, avocado and roasted veggie dishes are all Mayan staples, so you\u2019ll have no problem getting to grips with Guatemalan cuisine.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Volcano hiking & viewpoint picnic","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAIntinerary2-925x600.jpg"],"day":2},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Cooking class \/ arrive at Lake Atitlan","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Local cooking and onto Lake Atitl\u00e1n","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

After breakfast at the hotel (think eggs, tortillas, beans, fried plantains and of course, potent coffee) we\u2019ll hop on the bus and drive the short distance to nearby town San Miguel Escobar, which sits at the base of the steaming Volc\u00e1n Agua. Roll up your sleeves for a Guatemalan cookery class led by a local where we\u2019ll learn to make \u2013 and eat \u2013 pepi\u00e1n, a meaty stew packed with spices and roasted veggies. After lunch, we\u2019ll jump back on the bus and continue to Lake Atitl\u00e1n. Kick back with a good book or load up your phone with an epic playlist. The drive will take around three hours, but once we\u2019ve arrived at our boutique hotel, we\u2019ll be greeted by picturesque views stretching right across the lake. Take a dip in the outdoor pool, enjoy a massage at the spa or treat yourself to a few drinks overlooking the incredible horizon.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Local cooking and onto Lake Atitl\u00e1n","text":"

After breakfast at the hotel (think eggs, tortillas, beans, fried plantains and of course, potent coffee) we\u2019ll hop on the bus and drive the short distance to nearby town San Miguel Escobar, which sits at the base of the steaming Volc\u00e1n Agua. Roll up your sleeves for a Guatemalan cookery class led by a local where we\u2019ll learn to make \u2013 and eat \u2013 pepi\u00e1n, a meaty stew packed with spices and roasted veggies. After lunch, we\u2019ll jump back on the bus and continue to Lake Atitl\u00e1n. Kick back with a good book or load up your phone with an epic playlist. The drive will take around three hours, but once we\u2019ve arrived at our boutique hotel, we\u2019ll be greeted by picturesque views stretching right across the lake. Take a dip in the outdoor pool, enjoy a massage at the spa or treat yourself to a few drinks overlooking the incredible horizon.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Cooking class \/ arrive at Lake Atitlan","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAIntinerar3-925x600.jpg"],"day":3},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Kayaking on Lake Atitlan ","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Lake kayaking and ancient art","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Wake up to the stirring landscape of Lake Atitl\u00e1n spreading out before you and get set for today\u2019s activities. We\u2019ll start our day by hitting the waters for a fresh morning kayak, before heading to the nearby village of San Juan La Laguna, where we\u2019ll delve into traditional Mayan art. You can also try your hand at making like a Tz\u2019utujil artist while painting your own Nauhual Maya (aka Mayan animal spirit \u2013 the area is steeped in folklore and traditional Maya culture). The evening is then yours to do as you please. Relax with a mojito at the hotel bar, take a swim or savor a beautiful sunset over the lake. We\u2019ll be making a beeline for the massage table.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Lake kayaking and ancient art","text":"

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Today we\u2019ll be off to an early start, as we head onto our next destination. Load up your Kindle because today is all about kicking back and enjoying the ride as we travel from one side of Guatemala to the other. We\u2019ll drive the scenic 150 kilometers back to Guatemala City, hitch a flight north to the Pet\u00e9n department, and touch down an hour later in Flores at Mundo Maya International Airport. For the last leg of today\u2019s journey, we\u2019ll jump in a private transfer to the island-town of Flores proper (the name is also given to the general area comprising the towns of Santa Elena, San Benito and actual Flores), where we\u2019ll check into our boutique hotel. The evening is yours to explore the area, so after a freshen up we suggest you meet your fellow Flashpackers on the rooftop for a well-deserved drink by the pool. Feel free to move on to the nearby bars and restaurants in this small but surprisingly energetic town.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Jet set to sunset beers","text":"

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Flashpackers, today there\u2019s no itinerary and the day is completely yours. Rise late and tuck into breakfast at the hotel. Then, find a sun lounger with your name on the rooftop terrace or take a dip in the outdoor pool with stretching views across Lake Pet\u00e9n Itza. With nothing on the agenda, take things at your own leisurely pace \u2013 the perfect way to unwind after an action-packed few days.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Island life on Flores ","text":"

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After breakfast, we\u2019ll wave farewell to Flores proper and head to Tikal National Park. The ruins of a capital city belonging to the ancient Mayan Empire, Tikal spreads over 575 square kilometers of jungle and plays home to a gargantuan pyramid, ruins of millennia-old Mayan architecture, and the open plain of the Great Plaza. Towering temples isn\u2019t all there is to see at Tikal however, as the rainforest is teeming with wildlife from monkeys, parrots and toucans, to blue-headed \u2018oscillated\u2019 turkeys and if you\u2019re lucky, a rare jaguar spot. There are even crocodiles living in Tikal Lake. After a day spent exploring Tikal from the ground, we\u2019ll climb a temple for a birds-eye view of the jungle bathed in the burnished glow of a Guatemalan sunset, depending on the climate at the time of year. Bed down for the night in your forest hotel, where you\u2019ll get to drift off to the mesmerizing sounds of the nocturnal jungle.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":" Jungle sunsets and ancient temples","text":"

After breakfast, we\u2019ll wave farewell to Flores proper and head to Tikal National Park. The ruins of a capital city belonging to the ancient Mayan Empire, Tikal spreads over 575 square kilometers of jungle and plays home to a gargantuan pyramid, ruins of millennia-old Mayan architecture, and the open plain of the Great Plaza. Towering temples isn\u2019t all there is to see at Tikal however, as the rainforest is teeming with wildlife from monkeys, parrots and toucans, to blue-headed \u2018oscillated\u2019 turkeys and if you\u2019re lucky, a rare jaguar spot. There are even crocodiles living in Tikal Lake. After a day spent exploring Tikal from the ground, we\u2019ll climb a temple for a birds-eye view of the jungle bathed in the burnished glow of a Guatemalan sunset, depending on the climate at the time of year. Bed down for the night in your forest hotel, where you\u2019ll get to drift off to the mesmerizing sounds of the nocturnal jungle.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Trekking in Tikal National Park","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAIntinerar7-925x600.jpg"],"day":7},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Temple sunrise and ziplining ","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Temple sunrise and ziplining ","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

If you\u2019ve got the stamina, rise before dawn for an optional climb to a Tikal temple to watch a jungle sunrise, depending on the weather. Then you\u2019ll spend the rest of the afternoon cutting through the jungle on a thrilling zipline. Soak up the sounds of the rainforest, as the canopy unfolds below you. Then, later in the afternoon, we\u2019ll head over to Belize, where pristine white beaches await you.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Temple sunrise and ziplining ","text":"

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This morning we\u2019ll be soaking up the Belizean views via river tube. After an hour\u2019s drive to Saint Herman\u2019s National Park, we\u2019ll kit up and take a short jungle trek to the Caves Branch River. Hop in your rubber tube and drift along the river through limestone underground caves \u2013 today\u2019s tubing activities take part only in these caves. There\u2019ll be plenty of opportunities for wild swimming before we dry off and head to Belize City, jumping on a ferry to San Pedro on the Ambergris Caye. Prepare to embrace the Belizean beach life for the next few days, as we arrive at our final hotel of the trip. Belize is not known for its abundance of world-class hotels; our beach retreat is quite basic but we go here because the experience of island life that it offers is not to be missed.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Cave tubing and cenote swimming ","text":"

This morning we\u2019ll be soaking up the Belizean views via river tube. After an hour\u2019s drive to Saint Herman\u2019s National Park, we\u2019ll kit up and take a short jungle trek to the Caves Branch River. Hop in your rubber tube and drift along the river through limestone underground caves \u2013 today\u2019s tubing activities take part only in these caves. There\u2019ll be plenty of opportunities for wild swimming before we dry off and head to Belize City, jumping on a ferry to San Pedro on the Ambergris Caye. Prepare to embrace the Belizean beach life for the next few days, as we arrive at our final hotel of the trip. Belize is not known for its abundance of world-class hotels; our beach retreat is quite basic but we go here because the experience of island life that it offers is not to be missed.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Cave tubing \/ cenote swimming","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAIntinerar9-925x600.jpg"],"day":9},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Beach day in Belize ","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Beach life in Belize","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

After nine days of adventure, it\u2019s time to kick back and embrace the super-chill Belizean spirit. Wake up on San Pedro Caye, tuck into breakfast overlooking the ocean, and then feel free to use your day as you wish. Head to the spa for a massage to unwind, grab a snorkel and wade into the big blue, or hitch a short boat ride to one of the nearby island cayes\u2014the golden sands and cerulean waters of car-free Caye Caulker is just a 30-minute water taxi ride. This your chance to chill out sipping rum on a hammock until sunset, feast on fresh seafood with the sand between your toes or head into San Pedro town to browse shops, cafes and bars. There\u2019s also a fun nightlife scene at San Pedro, so come sundown grab your fellow Flashpackers and head out to explore what\u2019s on offer.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Beach life in Belize","text":"

After nine days of adventure, it\u2019s time to kick back and embrace the super-chill Belizean spirit. Wake up on San Pedro Caye, tuck into breakfast overlooking the ocean, and then feel free to use your day as you wish. Head to the spa for a massage to unwind, grab a snorkel and wade into the big blue, or hitch a short boat ride to one of the nearby island cayes\u2014the golden sands and cerulean waters of car-free Caye Caulker is just a 30-minute water taxi ride. This your chance to chill out sipping rum on a hammock until sunset, feast on fresh seafood with the sand between your toes or head into San Pedro town to browse shops, cafes and bars. There\u2019s also a fun nightlife scene at San Pedro, so come sundown grab your fellow Flashpackers and head out to explore what\u2019s on offer.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Beach day in Belize ","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAIntinera10-925x600.jpg"],"day":10},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Swimming and snorkelling in Belize","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Swimming with sharks ","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Load up on coffee and jam-dipped Johnnycake this morning, because we\u2019re leaping outside our comfort zone for an amazing experience. Jump on a speedboat and head towards Belize\u2019s Barrier Reef. Our first stop of the day is at Shark Ray Alley, where despite ocean depths of a relatively shallow six feet, the area teems with curious nurse sharks (don\u2019t worry, they prefer shrimp and squid) and stingrays spanning up to four feet wide. Snorkel through the crystal clear ocean among the sharks and stingrays; an exhilarating experience you\u2019re unlikely to forget. Hop back onto the boat for our second stop-off at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, where you can enjoy a serene snorkeling session spotting colorful coral reefs, glistening shoals of tropical fish, and if you\u2019re lucky, green sea turtles, too. Back on dry land, crack open the beers, light some candles and keep the rum flowing on our final night of the trip.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Swimming with sharks ","text":"

Load up on coffee and jam-dipped Johnnycake this morning, because we\u2019re leaping outside our comfort zone for an amazing experience. Jump on a speedboat and head towards Belize\u2019s Barrier Reef. Our first stop of the day is at Shark Ray Alley, where despite ocean depths of a relatively shallow six feet, the area teems with curious nurse sharks (don\u2019t worry, they prefer shrimp and squid) and stingrays spanning up to four feet wide. Snorkel through the crystal clear ocean among the sharks and stingrays; an exhilarating experience you\u2019re unlikely to forget. Hop back onto the boat for our second stop-off at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, where you can enjoy a serene snorkeling session spotting colorful coral reefs, glistening shoals of tropical fish, and if you\u2019re lucky, green sea turtles, too. Back on dry land, crack open the beers, light some candles and keep the rum flowing on our final night of the trip.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Swimming and snorkelling in Belize","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAIntinera11-925x600.jpg"],"day":11},{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Depart from Belize City Airport (BZE)","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"Adi\u00f3s Flashpackers","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Fellow Flashpackers it\u2019s time to say adi\u00f3s. It\u2019s over to you to organize your ferry and taxi to the airport and depart at your leisure. No matter where you\u2019re headed next, you\u2019re sure to be arriving refreshed and recharged after an incredible adventure around Guatemala and Belize. You\u2019ve hiked an active volcano mastered Guatemalan cooking, kayaked along the tranquil blue waters of Lake Atitl\u00e1n and sipped rum at sunset from a rooftop lounger. You\u2019ve climbed the gargantuan ancient temples at Tikal and watched the sunset over the rainforest, slept under the canopy of the Guatemalan jungle, and river tubed your way through the caves of Belize. We\u2019ve kicked back on the beach gazing out to the Caribbean, splashed in the turquoise waters of a plunging cenote, and jumped in to swim with sharks and stingrays. All in all, we\u2019d say that\u2019s an adventure well done.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Adi\u00f3s Flashpackers","text":"

Fellow Flashpackers it\u2019s time to say adi\u00f3s. It\u2019s over to you to organize your ferry and taxi to the airport and depart at your leisure. No matter where you\u2019re headed next, you\u2019re sure to be arriving refreshed and recharged after an incredible adventure around Guatemala and Belize. You\u2019ve hiked an active volcano mastered Guatemalan cooking, kayaked along the tranquil blue waters of Lake Atitl\u00e1n and sipped rum at sunset from a rooftop lounger. You\u2019ve climbed the gargantuan ancient temples at Tikal and watched the sunset over the rainforest, slept under the canopy of the Guatemalan jungle, and river tubed your way through the caves of Belize. We\u2019ve kicked back on the beach gazing out to the Caribbean, splashed in the turquoise waters of a plunging cenote, and jumped in to swim with sharks and stingrays. All in all, we\u2019d say that\u2019s an adventure well done.<\/p>\n","snapshot":"Depart from Belize City Airport (BZE)","images":["https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAIntineray12-925x600.jpg"],"day":12}],"alternative_itinerary":null,"theme":null,"gallery_uris":[],"trip_highlights":[],"included_highlights":[],"included":["a","e","g","t","m","b","t","Max. 14 people per trip","Everyone at a similar life stage","90% travel solo, 80% stay in touch"],"videos":[],"faqs":[{"question":"","answer":"Fly into Guatemala City Airport (GUA) and out of Belize City Airport (BZE).\n"},{"question":"","answer":"Try to arrive before 3pm on Day 1 if you can but we can pick you up anytime\n"},{"question":"","answer":"Make sure your flight back on Day 12 is after 10am, to give yourself enough time to get to the airport from Ambergris Caye\n"},{"question":"","answer":"Hotel standards, particularly in Belize, can be a little dated and service can be slow. For those looking to stay in luxury hotels, this is not the adventure for you\n"},{"question":"","answer":"For the internal flight to Flores, the baggage allowance is 15.9 kilograms. Customers may have the option to pay $1 per pound over this weight limit, but it depends on availability at the time of the flight. Please note your bag may be sent on the next flight if it\u2019s over the limit\n"},{"question":"","answer":"Please be aware that the itinerary, activities and hotels are subject to change. These changes can happen with little notice due to availability, poor weather, seasonal changes, or other circumstances beyond our control. From time to time we may also make changes to your itinerary to try out new ideas and keep things fresh\n"},{"question":"","answer":"We take safety very seriously on Flash Pack adventures, read more here\n"}],"hotels":[{"name":"Posada Don Rodrigo, Antigua","short_description":"Colonial garden hotel near Antigua Guatemala Cathedral","description":"This hacienda-style hotel is fringed by pretty tropical foliage and dates back over 300 years, with charming rustic d\u00e9cor.\n","image_url":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAPosadaDonRodrigo1.jpg","is_alternative":false},{"name":"Hotel Isla de Flores, Pet\u00e9n","short_description":" Boutique island hotel overlooking Lake Pet\u00e9n Itz\u00e1","description":"Bold pops of color lend a cheery vibe to this small and friendly hotel on the Guatemalan island of Flores.\n","image_url":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUAHotelIsladeFlores1.jpg","is_alternative":false},{"name":"Steve & Becky\u2019s, San Pedro ","short_description":"Simple cottages nestled in garden of hibiscus and orchids ","description":"We love these quaint cabanas painted in vibrant colors, not to mention the lush garden and lagoon hot tub.\n","image_url":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/GUASteveBecky\u2019s.jpg","is_alternative":false},{"name":"Sunbreeze Hotel, San Pedro","short_description":"Caribbean retreat on the Belize island of Ambregris Caye","description":"Within walking distance of San Pedro town, this beachfront hideaway comes with all the palm-tree trimmings you\u2019d expect.\n","image_url":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/1GUASunbreezeHotel.jpg","is_alternative":false}],"wellness_rooms":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip\/20592"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/trip"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/trip"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/63260"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20592"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}