This trip would not have been the same (or at least not nearly as good) without all of our guides, local experts, and drivers. We especially appreciated our knowledgeable and patient Program Director, Josué Ramírez Martinez. His understanding of both contemporary and historical Mayan culture, as well as the people and places of Central America was wonderful. He took great care of all of us and was always ready to answer our questions. He made the Route of the Maya and this whole travel experience truly unforgettable.
Thanks to all the people along this trip who helped us explore, learn, and see Central America.
Here are the guides, local experts, and drivers who were indispensable in making our travels fun, informative, and memorable:
Josué Ramirez Martinez
Program Director
Peten, Guatemala
Miguel Pleitz Plaza Barrios
San Salvador, El Salvador
Erick Galvez
Joya de Ceren
El Salvador
Julio Valladaras
Copan
Honduras
Manuel Ramos
Antigua, Guatemala
Lily
Centro Cultural la Azotec
Antigua, Guatemala
Guillermo- aka Willy Sunrise on Temple IV
Tikal, Guatemala
Elias Cambranes
Caracol
Belize
Carlos Portillo
Driver from El Salvador to Guatemala City
Victor "the cat"
Driver (and singer) from Peten, Guatemala to Belize City
The Coaster
One of the two busses we used on the trip. This one made it all the way down that bumpy gravel road to Caracol
ready to answer our questions. He made the Route of the Maya and this whole travel experience truly unforgettable.
