About Event
JIC Journey to Guatemala June 2025 in partnership with tour operater, JUSTIFI.ORG
For Jewish Professional Singles & Couples ages 35-55 (the trip is generally 90% singles, 10% couples) Ages 37 and under, can also apply.
Trip is kosher and Shabbat is observed- all Jewish backgrounds are welcome to join! This trip includes purpose, adventure & spirituality.
TRIP DATE: Sunday, June 22 – Sunday, June 29, 2025
(option to travel from Sunday 22 – Thursday 26)
8 days/ 7 nights $2990 (excluding flight)
5 days/ 4 nights $1995 (excluding flight)
See program times and flight info below..
JIC & Justifi trips take you into the heart of the local culture; we provide an amazing, growth-oriented, immersive adventure to some of the world’s most inspiring destinations. Our Guatemala trip begins at the breathtaking Lake Atitlán, surrounded by volcanoes and vibrant Mayan villages, and continues to the charming colonial city of Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled between majestic mountains. We arrange all the logistics (activities, domestic transportation, accommodations, meals) along with fantastic educational experiences led by Justifi staff and local Guatemalan leaders. In addition, we will learn about the human rights challenges that Guatemala faces by meeting with inspirational changemakers — and we’ll roll up our sleeves to volunteer and help make a meaningful impact. (See more trip highlights below)
INCLUDED: 7 nights' accommodation in 4.5 Star Hotels, private bus transportation, all programs, entrance fees for all excursions & deluxe kosher catering,
– Room Rates are based on shared (double-room) accommodations.
– For solo travelers, JIC will arrange a roommate for you.
– For travelers who want to upgrade to private room add +$770 (7 nights) +$430 (4 nights)
– Travelers will need a valid passport to enter. NO visa required for Guatemala.
Will be staying in recommended 4.5 star hotels that are very comfortable and safe, such as the Porta Hotel del Lago in Panajachel, the capital of the Lake Atitlan region and the Hotel Posada de Don Rodrigo in the heart of colonial Antigua’s.
Itinerary: Click here
Trip FAQ: Click here
(NOT included) international flights, airport transportation, travel and medical insurance, $75 tips for tour guides, personal extras
At the bottom of this page, you can browse our Facebook photo albums from past international trips like Peru, South Africa, Thailand, India, Dubai, etc…
Space is limited. Apply here:
Step 1 CLICK HERE TO APPLY/ FILL OUT SHORT FORM
Step 2: We will contact you to arrange a short Zoom interview.
Step 3: Once you have been approved to join the trip, we will send you the link to pay trip fees or deposit.
Step 4: FLIGHTS: (do not book flights yet!) once the trip has enough participants, we will all book our flights at the same tiime together. But for now, here is the arrival/ departure info..
Arrival into Guatemala City (GUA)
Sunday June 22 , before 2pm
Departure from Guatemala City (GUA)
(2 options)
Thursday, June 26
Depart: after 7pm
Sunday, June 29
Depart: after 12pm
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Contact/ Questions? email events@jicny.com and write "Guatemala trip" in the subject line..
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GUATEMALA FACTS & TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
– The President of Guatamala speaks Hebrew and studied at Hebrew University
-In 1948 Guatamala was one of the first countries to recognize the State of Israel
-Guatemala made history again in 2018 when it relocated its embassy in Tel Aviv back to Jerusalem
-Incredible adventures on Lake Atilan and it’s awe-inspiring beauty
-Antigua Guatamala is the best preserved and beautiful colonial city in Central America
– Top 10 in the world cocktail bar and Speak Easy
-Hands-on artisanal chocolate-making (kosher)
-ATV mountain adventure through dramatic trails and panoramic miradores
-Two hands-on volunteer projects with impactful NGOs supporting local children and families
-Permaculture farm tour + personal session with its founder, an international eco-innovator
Ziplining through the breathtaking Reserva Natural
-Hiking the Pacayayo volcano and watching an erruption
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VISIT Facebook albums from past JIC International trips:
Peru album #1 (Aug 2024) https://www.facebook.com/share/Qs6cJcPtc2FMA8Bw/?
Peru album #2 (Aug 2024) https://www.facebook.com/share/iy6U7832f4z7yRQh/?
South Africa (Dec 2023) https://www.facebook.com/share/WK2PPuSStHnTBcqr/?
Thailand (Aug 2023) https://www.facebook.com/share/WCX5Tr9STvGSdZLa/?
India (Aug 2022) https://www.facebook.com/share/DTW8JoqaBaww9Nig/?
Dubai (May 2022) https://www.facebook.com/share/Kj5P17pjxwfQ7X9S/?
Poland (2019) https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10156139097201945&type=3
Poland (2025) https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1107732901382619&type=3