Central America Adventure

Think Mayan ruins, lush jungles, crystal-clear waters, and more. By the end of these 12 days, you’ll be feeling the Tru spirit! This tour takes you from the ancient wonders of Guatemala to the island paradise of Belize, with plenty of time to explore jungles, swim in caves, and snorkel in the famous waters of Belize! First up, it's time to hit the beach in Belize. We’re talking white sands, turquoise waters, and some of the best snorkelling spots on the planet. Caye Caulker is all about that "Go Slow" island life, and trust us, you'll want to soak it all in. Then we’ll move over to Guatemala, where the cobblestone streets and vibrant colonial vibes will make you fall in love with Central America. Next, we’ll head to the jaw-dropping Mayan ruins. Imagine ancient temples rising out of the jungle—talk about mind-blowing!

classic

When we say classic, we mean the perfect balance of culture, adventure, beaches and parties. High number of inclusions, low cost. Tru-ly authentic experiences from homestays & hostels to beach huts, hotels and boats. A classic tour means maximum adventure and minimum hassle. Built for backpackers by backpackers.

What's Included

Activities
Caye Caulker Orientation Walk Snorkelling in the Hol Chan Marine Reserve San Juan Homestay tour Cave tubing Visit Panajachel Salsa class Bike with purpose Antigua Markets and orientation walk Tikal Ruins guided tour Flight from Flores to Guatemala City

Accommodation
11 Nights Accommodation Twin Share Private Multi Share Dorm Rooms (mixed sex)

Transport
All Transport Included (except airport pick up) Private Van Transfer Public Boat Water Taxi Chicken Bus Flight from Flores to Guatemala City

Tru Leader
Your Guide! Like travelling with your best mates and one of them happens to know where they're going!

Meals
2 x Lunch 1 x Dinner
WHERE WE STAY
Playa Del Carmen
Belize
Guatemala

Our hotel is just a few blocks from Playa del Carmen Beach but if an outdoor pool is more your vibe, then not to fear - this hotel has a great outdoor pool!! Located in the heart of Playa del Carmen, there are lots of shops and restaurants to check out nearby so there's plenty to do nearby!

(Accommodation is subject to change depending on the season but will be of a similar standard)

Next up is Belize! We have a great location for our first stop in this paradise, near the beach, near some 10/10 sunset spots. Then we're headed to San Ignacio, the hotel here is the perfect chilled spot! With a garden and lounge area, which is perfect after our busy days.

From staying with locals near Lake Atitlan to checking into a hostel that promises "always good vibes" we're in for a great end to the trip! We are all about being close to the action and near the most beautiful parts of this country so get your cameras ready folks!

Bucket List
Lake Atitlan Exploring
Discover the Tikal Ruins
10/10 snorkelling spots
Antigua Markets

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12
Day 1

Meeting the group!

Are you ready for an epic 12 days?! We'll start in Playa del Carmen. You might be thinking - why Mexico? Well, it's super easy for everyone to get to anddd it's a great spot to relax for a bit before setting off on the trip of dreams. Arrive, unpack and sit back after your flight. By the evening the whole group will be here ready for our first welcome meal as a group tonight. It'll be your first chance to get to know each other, try and learn each other's names and start breaking the ice - 'Never have I ever' anyone?

Playa Del Carmen
A large group of people smiling at a dinner table at night.
Day 2

Travel to Caye Caulker

Today is our first travel day - we're headed to Belize! Grab some snacks and get ready to gaze out the window because it's an awesome journey over to our second country of the trip already. Our first stop is Caye Caulker and what an epic place to start our time in Belize! Caye Caulker is famous for the incredible marine life, the 'go slow' rhythm of life and vibey Caribbean bars. We'll arrive late afternoon and go on an orientation walk to find the local hotspots and learn more about the communities of Belize.

Caye Caulker, Belize
Private van transfer & water taxi
Caye Caulker Orientation walk
Day 3

Snorkelling Trip

Rise and shine! Welcome to the first full day in Belize! Get your snorkel ready (we say that, but we'll have it ready for you) cause we’re spending our day exploring the second most important coral reef of the world - fingers crossed we see a reef shark! In the afternoon we'll booze and cruise back to the island dancing with reggae vibes. We're on the lookout for fish (obvs), sea turtles, stingrays and nurse sharks - go pros at the ready people!

Caye Caulker
Snorkelling in the Hol Chan Marine Reserve
1 x Lunch
Day 4

Views on Views

It's our final full day in Caye Caulker so we have one final day to explore the sights. This morning, we will head out on a bike ride with a community project that supports the students of the only high school on Caye Caulker Island. The afternoon is free for you to tick off more things on your to-do list. Luckily for us, our to-do lists mainly consist of sunbathing, snorkelling and seeing as much of the local natural beauty as possible...sounds dreamy right?

Caye Caulker
Bike with Purpose
Day 5

Cave Tubing

Another travel day is ahead of us! Get your headphones ready or your best hypothetical questions (fingers for toes or toes for fingers - that kind of vibe!) We're travelling over to San Ignacio and once we get there we're going cave tubing straight away! We'll also have a delicious local lunch - Ceviche anyone? Cave tubing is so much fun and such a great way to see the insides of some insane caves, it's a lazy river on steroids.

Cave tubing in San Ignacio
1 x Lunch
Water taxi & private van transfer
Day 6

Tikal Ruins

Say goodbye to Belize, cause we're off to Guatemala! As with all journeys, we'll break it up with some exploring along the way. This one is super special because it is in one of the most beautiful National Parks. We'll stop off at the Mayan Tikal Ruins, explore, and walk through the ruins of one of the biggest Mayan cities in history. Then it's onwards to Flores and an early night as we have a flight to catch tomorrow

Flores
Tikal Ruins
Day 7

Flores Exploring

As you know by now, Flores is BEAUTIFUL! We're talking next-level cute with little cafes, amazing views of the lake and independent stalls all around. Today is a free day for you to explore the island and head out to do the things you have had your eye on from the moment you got here! Happy wandering :)

Flores
Day 8

Lake Atitlan Magic

Window blinds up and tray tables upright! Yes, that's right we're catching a flight early today over to Guatemala City! Once we land it's only a short transfer over to Lake Atitlan.
We'll be staying overnight in Panajachel. We could describe how amazing this place is but we'd never do it justice! Prepare to have your breath taken away! We'll have an afternoon to explore the local area, your tour guide will be on hand to give you some ideas!

Lake Atitlan
Fly to Guatemala City & private van to Lake Atitlan
Visit Panajachel
Day 9

Lake Atitlan and Homestay

If you've been on a Tru tour before, you'll know we LOVE a homestay! We're a social bunch, so for us there's nothing better than being able to get to meet the locals, learn about how they live, get to live how they live and of course leave with even more BFFs - it's also always a bonus if they have a four-legged friend! We'll head over to the homestay by a boat taxi - beats the subway any day! In the afternoon, we'll be taken on a tour around the district known for its vibrant colours, amazing energy and stunning street art! This is the perfect place to pick up some souvenirs from the trip.

Boat taxi across Lake Atitlan, San Juan Homestay tour
Private van & boat
1 x Dinner
Day 10

Let's salsa babyyy!

After a busy day yesterday, we are travelling to Antigua this morning! We'll stop for lunch and have some free time before the main event for today. Get your dancing shoes ready, it's time to learn how to salsa! We don't care if you have two left feet or have no rhythm, throw yourself into this and soak in the vibes - you might even surprise yourself - you'll be like Patrick Swayze in no time! Then it's the moment you've all been waiting for... it's BNO time! Of course, we'll be putting our salsa move to good use on our night out as a group. After a few Quetzalteca's you'll be on the table salsa-ing the night away.

Antigua
Private van & boat
Salsa class
Day 11

Markets, viewpoints and history

Nothing clears the air and a headache from last night more than a chilled walking tour around the local area of Antigua. We'll visit markets, architecture, and viewpoints and learn more about the history. It's also our final full day as a group. We're not crying you are...We'll spend our last day soaking in Guatemala's 10/10 vibes, taking some more group photos and planning our reunions of course!

Antigua
Antigua Markets and orientation walk
Day 12

Chilled Checkout

If we're honest we're not quite ready to say goodbye...Time really does fly when you’re having fun. If your adventure doesn’t stop here, your TruTravels leader will be happy to help with any onward travel but if it’s homebound then don’t be a stranger! Stay epic, TruFam, it’s been a dream!

Antigua
Help with onward travel
A girl in a bikini at the beach during sunset

Trip Departure Dates

Dates START - ENDAvailability REMAINING SPOTSPrice PER PERSON
March 2026
DATE: START - END21 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2026 priceU$2,250.00

FAQS

Where does the trip start & finish?

The trip starts in Playa del Carmen and ends in Antigua.

Which airport do I need to fly to?

You will need to fly into Cancun International Airport (CUN).

What is the closest airport to the end destination?

The tour ends in Antigua (Guatemala) and the closest airport from here is Guatemala City (GUA). It takes about an hour via taxi and costs about £35. Alternatively, there is a bus that takes about an hour and a half which can be organised through your guide.

Is the entry/exit tax to Mexico, Belize and Guatemala covered?

No this is not included. Expect to pay the exit and entry fee between borders. You should have $50 in cash to pay these taxes.

 

Please contact info@trutravels.com for more information.

How do I get back to the start destination and is this included in the price? If not, how much is it?

You'd would need to fly from Guatemala City in order to get back to Mexico

What kind of accommodation is included on this trip?

The accommodation on this trip will be a mixture of twin share and dorm rooms. Twin-share will always be same-sex rooms but for our dorm rooms, these could be mixed-sex, depending on the group. They will alwasy be private for TruTravels.

How much is my baggage allowance for the included flight?

All our included flights come with a free 23kg check-in bag. If you have oversize and additional bags to check in you will need to pay for them yourself.

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