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Project Ix-canaan

presents

An  Ecological, Archeological  and  Cultural  Journey

To the Mayan Rainforests
of Petén, Guatemala

Experiential     Educational     Entertaining

Schedule
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Standard Tour Includes
Local Excursions
Community Development
Mayan Sites
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Activities

Archeological:

-   Visit a variety of ancient Mayan sites, from the magnificent ceremonial city of Tikal to the miniature and magical island site of Topoxte.  Learn about the ancient civilization of the Mayas from knowledgeable guides, well versed in the history, culture and folklore of this mysterious people.

Ecological

-  Explore the jungles on foot and/or horseback with experienced guides to see and learn about the inestimable variety of flora (orchids and bromeliads, vines, medicinal plants, native trees both in Mayan folklore and present practice) and fauna (birds, monkeys, insects, snakes, crocodiles and their Mayan significance) that form the rainforest ecosystem. 

Cultural:

- Learn more about the present day inhabitants of the jungles as well as their ancient technologies through work on community devolopment programs focused on education and infrastructure development.

-   Open horizons of understanding in true cultural exchange as you stay amongst the people of a small village.  You will have the opportunity to live with a campesino family, take the local buses, visit the nearest market, take Spanish lessons, and more.