Our travel agency in Guatemala
Guatemala
In Guatemala, Mayan culture is not frozen in the stones of ancient temples but rather breathes in the 21 dialects echoing through Antigua’s markets, in the hands of the weavers of Chichicastenango who continue the ancestral motifs of their lineage. At dawn, when the mist clings to the summit of Pacaya Volcano, Q’eqchi’ shamans still climb to leave their offerings.
In the Petén region, we guide you to archaeological sites where howler monkeys are sometimes the only witnesses of your visit. Temple IV at Tikal rises above the canopy, offering that breathtaking view that Star Wars filmmakers captured in their first movie, a secret proudly shared by locals.
When the sun sets over Lake Atitlán, painting the water in fiery tones, stop in the small coves only accessible by boat, where fishermen will teach you their ancestral techniques. This is our Guatemala: alive, vibrant, and still preserved from mass tourism.
The local agency TERRA Guatemala
First based in Mexico, Tristan became deeply interested in the Mayan world, its history, and its people. Naturally, he developed a passion for Guatemala. After several trips, Tristan and Fernanda moved to Antigua in 2018 to found TERRA Guatemala.
Our Commitment to Responsible Tourism
By working daily with local communities, we are committed to adopting a deeply respectful approach to their cultures and their environment. Traveling with us also means supporting concrete solidarity initiatives through donations to the Casasito association.
Why TERRA Guatemala?
Unique Journeys
Our agency customizes itineraries to the fullest. Each journey is a dream of adventure, crafted with the care of an artisan. We adapt to travelers’ wishes before and during their trip. Want to add a stop? Shorten an activity? We take care of everything.
Closeness to Travelers
We foster a real sense of closeness with our travelers: personalized exchanges via WhatsApp before arrival and throughout the trip, a welcome call to start the adventure with peace of mind, and a personalized gift to mark the beginning of the journey.
A Team of Experts
Having been on the ground for nearly 10 years, we have built a network of reliable partners throughout Guatemala and beyond. Since Mayan heritage extends into Honduras, Mexico, and El Salvador, we design multi-destination adventures off the beaten path, uncovering little-known sites.
Our team
Tristan Reger
Founder
Fernanda Rio
Co-Founder
Kimy Bidault
Travel Designer
Axel Charbonnier
Travel designer
Jose Pablo Diaz
Logistics
Rossi Estefani Saloj Alinán
Accounting
Adventures with TERRA Guatemala
Volcanic Glow under the Stars
A Night Facing Fuego
An unforgettable ascent of Acatenango Volcano takes you to a cabin at 3,600 meters above sea level. At the summit, gathered around a campfire, you witness the massive eruptions of Fuego Volcano. The incandescent red glowing in the night imprints itself on your memory, leaving an indelible mark.
immersion with a Mayan family
With Maritza on Lake Atitlán
Maritza welcomes us into her family and invites you to take part in daily life. Depending on the season, this may include shelling corn, drying coffee beans, helping the grandfather in his fields, or preparing meals and dinner with the family… A wonderful experience of sharing and connection.
Tikal Awakens
Dawn in the Heart of the Jungle
Walk under the stars in a mysterious atmosphere. Gradually, the light of dawn filters through the foliage as howler monkeys and birds begin to stir. The canopy ignites with color, and the morning mist slowly reveals the surrounding pyramids.