Meet Our Team
Learn about the current Quetzaltrekkers volunteers
Guides
Hello, hola, I’m Juliane from Canada! I’ve been traveling through Latin America for the past year, and I am currently living the experience of a lifetime here at Quetzaltrekkers while supporting an amazing cause! I grew up hiking, camping, and playing different sports, and so I have always been passionate about the outdoors and I am the happiest climbing mountains! I am also a big traveller at heart and love to immerse myself in new cultures. While I am not hiking, I love to read a long book, bake and grab a good coffee.
Looking forward to seeing you on the trails!
Hello, I am Marco, I am from Guatemala and I am a Guide at Quetzaltrekkers. What motivates me is to live life when you go out to the mountain, look at the top, becoming aware of everything at every moment. The important thing is the path you’ve taken and who you share it with the summit will give you the satisfaction of the goal achieved, although the true gift is the experience that life gives us, that is why we must live life as it should.
Hello, I’m Dámaris, a young Guatemalan woman looking for challenges. I always wanted an adventure in nature and in Quetzaltrekkers I have found the challenge and adventure. I love watching series and movies,
while resting in the comfort of my personal space. I am grateful to be able to be part of this community of Quetzaltrekkers that supports and works for a just cause and to improve the quality of life and education of children in Guatemala. Join the adventure, see you soon on the hikes!
Hola! I’m Kim, a Dutchie who currently finds herself “stuck” in the Guatemalan highlands. In my quest of finding some mountains to compensate for the few hills my country has to offer I stumbled upon Quetzaltrekkers. Being able to support the children of EDELAC while doing what I love has been the most amazing experience and adventure. From hiking through local villages and communities to finding a volcano around every corner, there is always a story to be told. Hope to see you on the trail!
Hi, I’m “Goose”—a German digital nomad. Over the past 8 years, I’ve led dive expeditions at the GBR, guided hikes through the Australian desert, and instructed sea kayaking in Vancouver.
I believe every trail has a narrative, every wave holds a secret, and that sustainable tourism is about forging meaningful connections—with the land, its history, and its people. I strive to spark curiosity, appreciation, and a deeper connection to the world around us. When I’m not trail running or paddling, I blend my background in graphic design and photography into my adventures—capturing the untamed beauty of wild places and the people I meet. Excited to share my love for outdoor adventures here in Xela—let’s explore, learn, and make every moment count!
Hey! I’m Ed from the island of Guernsey. I’m an avid traveller who’s backpacked through over 30 countries, and I feel most at home in the mountains—whether I’m hiking, snowboarding, or just soaking it all in. I’ve trekked in all sorts of weird and wonderful places in the world, and absolutely love guiding here in Guatemala with Quetzaltrekkers. Getting to share my love for the outdoors while supporting such an incredible cause is something I’m really passionate about.
When I’m not on the trail, you’ll probably find me playing futból or planning my next big adventure.
When I’m not on the trail, you’ll probably find me playing futból or planning my next big adventure.
Hi, I’m Eilish from Ireland! Before joining Quetzaltrekkers, I spent 8 months travelling around Latin America. I am deeply passionate about nature and the outdoors, spending most of my professional life working as a field ecologist in protected sites. I love plants, climbing and having a coffee with an amazing view. I love learning about different cultures and connecting with people, and being a guide here is the perfect opportunity to do this. I’m excited to be part of the Quetzaltrekkers team and to be able to support EDELAC by doing something I love. I hope you join us soon for some hiking, and more importantly to create some unforgettable moments with you!
Hi! I’m Hannah from Germany. I’ve been traveling the world for the past three years, chasing new experiences and beautiful trails. I’m passionate about hiking, camping, and anything that gets me into nature. When I’m not on the trail, you’ll find me doing yoga, getting creative, diving into a good book, or sipping coffee somewhere cozy. Being part of Quetzaltrekkers lets me combine my love for the outdoors with meaningful travel—and I couldn’t be more excited to share these adventures with you!
Hey, I’m Jakob! I’m originally from Germany and have been traveling for the past three years, chasing new adventures and experiences. I’m passionate about anything outdoors—hiking, camping, and especially water-related activities. If it involves nature I’m all in. I’m stoked to be part of the Quetzaltrekkers team and can’t wait to hit the trails and share some unforgettable moments with you!
Hey everyone, my name is Aisling. I’m a bit of a weird mix: part Belgian/English/Italian. I love the outdoors and especially under the warm Guatemalan sun. I’ve been hiking for a few years now and joining Quetzaltrekkers was the perfect way to combine adventure with a great cause. The kids we support are truly amazing and I feel very grateful to be part of this whole journey.
Looking forward to seeing you on one of our hikes !
¡Hola! I’m John from Australia, although I’m not often found there. After years of volunteering as a comms mentor in developing nations and decades of mountaineering on seven continents, QT has given me the unexpected opportunity to combine these skills for a truly worthy cause. Being able to skew the usual guide demographics with some boomer energy is just a bonus.
Coordinators
Hola, I’m Yara! Coming from the Netherlands I am amazed by the spectacular mountainous scenery Guatemala has to offer. However, the best part of Quetzaltrekkers is for me the incredible people I get to work with on a daily basis, who are all supporting the kids and the social projects of EDELAC.
Hola, I’m Bryan. I love my work as a coordinator for Quetzaltrekkers here in Xela, and have spent well over a year now in this amazing place. I grew up in Oregon in the USA, but I am so grateful to live and work here in the stunning volcanic highlands, and I really value this organization’s incredible mission. All the relationships I’ve gotten to build here are so important to me, and I can’t imagine a better place to put my background in outdoor education into practice for such a unique nonprofit.