Travel Journal: Coffee Farms & Volcano Hiking in Guatemala
The third part of the solo travel Guatemala guide.
The third and final chapter—at least for now—of the Guatemala travel journals.
We began with a sweeping introduction to Guatemala’s rich history and cultural touchpoints, pairing essential reads, evocative films, and spirited music with a dive into the frenetic energy of Guatemala City. Next came the tranquil expanse of Lake Atitlán, its villages steeped in character, followed by the colonial elegance of Antigua—each step offering a deeper sense of place.
Now, we turn to Guatemala’s beating heart: coffee. On the outskirts of Antigua, we step into the measured rhythm of a small farm, tracing the journey from bean to brew. And for a fitting finale, a trek that is both humbling and exhilarating—an overnight ascent of Volcano Acatenango, where the night sky blazes above and molten eruptions light the horizon.
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Tucked into the emerald folds of the Guatemalan highlands beyond Antigua, De la Gente is more than a coffee farm. Here, smallholder farmers have banded together in a cooperative that blends time-honored tradition with forward-thinking ingenuity, ensuring that every bean carries a story of resilience, heritage, and meticulous care.
A visit feels less like a tour and more like stepping into the heart of Guatemala’s coffee culture, where the scent of roasting beans mingles with the crisp mountain air, and every cup is steeped in purpose.
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