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 am Quinn from the United States. I love doing anything outside!! I have been guiding and recreating for the past two years in Alaska and New Zealand, and I am really excited to explore the highlands of Guatemala. I also enjoy climbing, mountaineering, and cribbage. Especially cribbage. You will also probably see me packing a couple books into my pack for the trek ahead. I am incredibly grateful to be working for Quetzaltrekkers and thank all of you for your support of the organization.
Hi, I’m Charlotte from France, and if there’s a tree, mountain, or random patch of grass, I’m probably there, living my best outdoorsy life. Whether I’m hiking up a mountain (or, you know, taking a nap halfway up), exploring forests, or simply pretending I know how to build a shelter, nature is my happy place. I’m convinced fresh air is the best thing ever, and I’m always on the lookout for my next adventure —hopefully with snacks involved!
Hi, I’m Zarar coming to you from Vancouver, Canada. An outdoor kind of fella, I’m first and foremost an avid sea kayaker – guiding, instructing and doing my best to speak whale. Whether I’m hiking rugged trails, venturing far off shore or using bad (but always intentional) puns, It’s all about living every moment to it’s fullest. You’ll definitely find me chasing the spiciest foods and dropping choice Lord of The Rings references at every opportunity. Looking forward to more adventurers joining our Fellowship!
Hello, I’m Isabel from the United States. My love for traveling, the outdoors and education has made hiking through Guatemala and hanging out with the kids from EDELAC a dream for me! I love exploring the coffee shops of Xela, reading a good book and taking in the volcanic landscapes.
Can’t wait to be your guide!
Hi there! I’m Tom from England, a passionate explorer of the outdoors with a love for mountains, thru hiking and skiing; If there’s a mountain, trail, or wild plant to discover, count me in! When I’m not out hiking in the Rockies or scaling mountain tops you’ll find me over the campstove cooking up a storm for my trail buddies. I love every moment of outdoor adventure and can’t wait to share the thrill of Guatemala with you.
“Make sure you’re upwind because the beans
don’t agree with him.” — Quinn (QT guide)
G’day, I’m Michelle from Australia. I’ve been traveling the last 18 months and discovered Quetzaltrekkers in January. After hiking with them I immediately knew that I wanted to return and feel extremely privileged that I can volunteer my time to such a wonderful organisation.
When I’m not hiking I enjoy a quailty cup of coffee or glass of wine, hanging in the sun, scuba diving and dancing. Looking forward to meeting you all soon and helping you discover the beauty of Guatemala!
When I’m not hiking I enjoy a quailty cup of coffee or glass of wine, hanging in the sun, scuba diving and dancing. Looking forward to meeting you all soon and helping you discover the beauty of Guatemala!
I can’t wait to hit the trails with you—thank you for supporting EDELAC!
Hey everyone! My name is Nathan, I’m from the United States and more specifically the state of Utah. If there’s anything I’ve learned in my short life it’s that I love working for a good cause, being outside, and learning new things. Guiding here at Quetzaltrekkers has been an amazing opportunity to do all three! On the trail I like to make sure that everyone’s feeling healthy, enjoying fresh air, and learning something new. I can’t wait to hike with you!
Hello, I’m Jonathan from the Lake District in the UK. I have just finished my degree in Outdoor Leadership, and for the last 5 years I have been in the outdoor industry, working in outdoor education and guiding. If I’m not out on a hike, you can find me cooking up a storm in the kitchen. Looking forward to hiking with you!
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!
Hi! I am Gracie from the United States. I love all things outdoors and nature. I have guided the past three summers and absolutely love taking people up mountains are on multi day treks! When I’m not hiking or climbing a mountain you can find me surfing or relaxing in the sun. I am so grateful to get to be part of an amazing organization like Quetzaltrekkers and can not wait to share the beauty of Guatemala and hiking with others.
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.