Every October, Safe Passage’s Board of Directors gathers in Guatemala City for our annual in-person meeting — and we open the doors for supporters, emeriti, and friends of the mission to join us. This is your invitation to see the work up close, connect with the people behind it, and experience Guatemala.
The Annual Safe Passage Visit puts you in the classrooms, alongside the staff, and in conversation with the students and families that you are a part of supporting. You’ll spend meaningful time with Safe Passage’s leadership team, take part in hands-on classroom activities, and share meals and evenings with a community of people who all showed up to do good in Guatemala.
And because understanding a place means understanding its culture, this year the trip extends beyond our campus with a guided expedition to Lake Atitlán — giving you a fuller context of Guatemala.
Wednesday, October 14 — Arrival Settle in and get oriented in Guatemala City.
Thursday, October 15 — Tour & Volunteer Day A full day on-site: campus tour, classroom visits, and volunteer time with students and staff.
Friday, October 16 — Volunteer Morning / Travel to the Lake Wrap up on-site volunteer time, then depart in the afternoon for Lake Atitlán. Overnight at the lake.
Saturday, October 17 — Lake Atitlán Cultural Day A full day of cultural activities and guided tours around the lake. (Prefer to head back early? You’re welcome to return to Guatemala City or Antigua this evening instead.)
Sunday, October 18 — Morning at the Lake / Return One more morning to take in Atitlán before heading back to Guatemala City or Antigua in the afternoon.
Throughout the week, join fellow travelers for breakfasts, happy hours, and dinner options — easy, low-key ways to meet new friends and reconnect with familiar faces who share your commitment to Safe Passage’s mission.
This visit is open to Safe Passage emeriti, longtime supporters, and anyone curious to see the mission in action. Whether you’ve followed Safe Passage for twenty years or twenty days, you’re welcome.
Experience Safe Passage in Action
Visits and Support Teams occur during business hours from 9 am to 3 pm Monday – Friday and from January through October. *Students are not in session October 26 through January 15.
Visitor Days
Last Wednesday of each month
*We will do our best to accommodate visits requested outside of the last Wednesday of each month
Support Teams
Group trips for schools, friends/family members, churches, and workplaces Coordinated with Old Town Outfitters Recommended for ages 16+ with a chaperone.
Ready to Connect?
→ Schedule Your Visit
→ Lead or Join a Support Team
Contact info: infoguate@safepassage.org
“My visit to Safe Passage was both heart-opening and uplifting — a true window into the challenges and hope within the community. I was moved by the confidence of the students, the thoughtful programs, and the dedication of the team. The experience stays with me, reminding me of what’s possible when education and compassion come together.”
— Recent Visitor
