Roots & Rhythms of Guatemala is an immersive cultural journey hosted by Kim Haas, founder of Afro-Latino Travelers, created for travelers seeking deeper connection, storytelling, and shared experience. Click here to view the complete itinerary.

Guided by Kim’s work amplifying Afro-descendant voices and honoring the African diaspora in Latin America, this trip explores Guatemala through its living traditions — from Garifuna foodways and music to Maya ceremonies, artisan cooperatives, and community-led social initiatives. Traveling through Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and Guatemala City, you’ll engage directly with artists, cooks, healers, and changemakers whose work reflects resilience, creativity, and cultural pride.

Heart of Travel partners closely with Kim to bring this journey to life, providing on-the-ground expertise, trusted local relationships, and thoughtfully curated logistics rooted in responsible and community-driven travel. Their role is to support the experience with care, allowing space for meaningful connection and reflection throughout the journey.

This is more than a trip — it’s an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and experience Guatemala through rhythm, ancestry, and human connection.

What does double occupancy mean?

Double occupancy spots are for people traveling with a companion or roommate OR for someone traveling solo who is open to being paired with another solo traveler of the same gender to share a room. When you sign up for a double occupancy spot, please indicate if you are traveling with someone and, if so, who, and how many beds are needed in the room (1 or 2). In the event that there is an uneven number of double occupancy sign-ups, a trip participant may be required to upgrade to a single supplement. 

What does single occupancy mean?

Single occupancy spots are for travelers who want their own room and bathroom. This applies to solo travelers who are not traveling with a roommate and do not wish to be paired with another traveler. To secure a single occupancy spot, please select the "single supplement add-on" at the time of registration. If you have any special requests for your room, please let us know. 

Will Heart of Travel help me book my international airfare?

Heart of Travel does not book international airfare for trip participants nor are we responsible for changes or delays in your reservation or flight. However, we will be more than happy to research and provide information on suggested flights. Simply provide us with the airport code for any airports that work for you to fly in/out of and we will be glad to take a look! 

I have special dietary restrictions and/or medical needs or concerns. Can you accommodate me?

Yes! Heart of Travel has years of experience accommodating a range of dietary restrictions and preferences, even in some remote locations. Just let us know what you need, and we've got your back. As for medical needs or concerns, Heart of Travel does its absolute best to accommodate all trip participants' preferences, needs, and abilities to ensure everyone stays safe and healthy and has a good time. If you have a medical condition or concern that needs to be discussed in greater detail please let us know as soon as possible so we can set up a time to chat and make sure we fully understand your needs and can prepare accordingly. 

💳 Payment Plan

To make this journey more accessible, we offer a structured payment plan so you can reserve your spot and pay over time.

• $500 USD due at booking (secures your spot)

• $1,073.75 USD due January 10, 2026

• $1,073.75 USD due February 10, 2026

• $1,073.75 USD due March 10, 2026

• $1,073.75 USD due April 10, 2026

❗ Cancellation & Refund Policy

We understand that plans can change. Our cancellation policy reflects the commitments we make to our local partners and small businesses well in advance.

• 121+ days before departure: Full refund of payments made

• 61–120 days before departure: 50% refund of payments made*

• 60 days or less before departure: No refunds guaranteed

Any potential refund or future credit within 60 days of departure is subject to availability and the policies of our local partners.