Journey deep into the Mayan world to learn from experts on the frontlines of tropical forest conservation, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable development!
VOLUNTEER INQUIRIES
For Individual Volunteers (not with an organization):
Graduate students, naturalists, botanists, ag. workers, backpackers are invited to make a volunteer inquiry by emailing our Volunteer Manager: Ginny Cohen, vmcohen1@gmail.com
For more volunteer info about our projects:
WorkAway: https://www.workaway.info/en/host/643966825545
WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms): https://wwoofindependents.org/user/538730
For Organizations:
With our US and Canada-based partner schools and organizations, volunteers are immersed in service work, nature and local culture in the cradle of the Mayan civilization.
Journeys in Conservation coordinates and operates sustainable development, environmental, and humanitarian group volunteer service trips to northern Guatemala’s Maya Biosphere Reserve, approximately 20 miles north of the regional capital Flores, Petén, Guatemala. Journeys last 1-2 weeks with small groups of volunteers often with chaperones. An experienced on-the-ground trip leader and operations team handle day-to-day volunteer projects, activities, meals, accommodations, and logistics to ensure each group leaves the most lasting impacts while creating unique cross-cultural connections and memories that will last a lifetime. More than simply a working holiday, our Journeys are educational and cultural experiences; so we make a point to learn about local customs and to live like Guatemalans: eating rice, beans, tortillas, and colorful fruits; swimming in the lake to cool off from the tropical heat; and after a full day of activity, experiencing the sounds of the rainforest e.g. treefrogs, cicadas, and even howler monkeys!
To learn how members of your school, religious institution, or organization can participate in a life-changing service trip, please complete and submit the Service Trip Request Form:
