Earth Lodge: an eco-friendly mountain lodge that doubles as an avocado farm and humanitarian outfit, is the ultimate traveler’s escape, at 6000 feet above Antigua, Guatemala.
With an impressive view of the surrounding volcanoes, the eco-lodge has a secluded location where backpackers and daytrippers like to hang out and exchange stories. Swing in hammocks, hike around the area or hole up in your treehouse (I did all three) – staying here alone is already an experience on its own. The biggest draw for some, is its famous homecooked vegetarian meals.
Owners Drew and Briana welcome volunteers willing to exchange discounted boarding to help out at the lodge’s reception. During my stay there, I met several volunteers from the US and England, who were picking avocados in the day and cooking by night.
As well as running the lodge and farm, Drew and Briana are very much involved in the local community, particularly the village school. From humble beginnings (donating 1Q of every Happy Hour drink) they have progressed to providing sponsorships so that more children can attend school, getting running water to the school and educating the children on recycling and sustainability. Visit Briana’s El Hato School Blog to read more about the school and how you can get involved.
Visit their website at Earth Lodge Guatemala.
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