Nuestra Cabaña, Mexico
WAGGGS World Centre
Based on 10 days, 9 nights, Full board, flight tour for 20 passengers travelling August 2025. Subject to availability.
A colourful land of soul-stirring diversity
Welcome to Mexico, where Aztec temples meet lively fiestas and tantalising flavours! Not only is this destination full of colour, character and carnitas, but it’s home to WAGGGS World Centre, Nuestra Cabaña, located in beautiful Cuernavaca, the City of Eternal Spring.
Here, you have the opportunity to connect with other Guide and Girl Scout groups from around the world, take part in community projects and explore Mexico’s larger than life cities.
From the old-world treasures of Cuernavaca to the Sun and Moon Pyramids of Teotihuacan, you’re set for a once in a lifetime adventure. Visit Taxco, Mexico’s silver city or the craft markets in Tepoztlán. Experience the serenity of the Xochimilco Floating Gardens or the buzz of Mexico City – there’s something for everyone!
Warm and welcoming, spectacular and serene, a trip to Nuestra Cabaña is a bucket list experience for a reason!
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In the WAGGGS World Centre, Nuestra Cabaña.
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Stay at WAGGGS World Centre, Nuestra Cabaña
Nuestra Cabaña was officially open in July 1957. Since then, they have received more than 70,000 Girl Guides and Girl Scouts from all over the world.
From the moment you pass through the Chief’s Door, you’ll be greeted by 5 acres of tropical gardens. Stay in dormitory-style accommodation and enjoy access to the swimming pool, tennis court, volleyball court and common dining room, as well as plenty of scenic spots to relax with friends. Here you’ll find a craft house and music room – perfect for letting your creativity go wild.
Activities and Excursions
Stay at Nuestra Cabaña, where you’ll enjoy plenty of arts, crafts and international activities, as well as plenty of time in the local community, meeting locals and taking part in some charity work projects. This trip will see you make the most of Mexico’s most famous sights.
Popular events & excursions with our groups?
Events
- Day of the Dead Celebrations
- Monarch Butterflies
- World Thinking Day
- Summer Friendship
Excursions
- Mexico City
- Sun and Moon Pyramids of Teotihuacan
- Xochimilco Floating Gardens
How could your trip to Nuestra Cabaña look?
Like all Venture Abroad activity holidays for youth & adult groups, you can tailor your time away to suit your group – we know it’s useful to see how your time away could look, so here is a suggested itinerary.
Day 1
Depart the UK by flight and your adventure has officially begun! You’ll transfer to Nuestra Cabaña World Centre to explore the area and settle in, and your evening can be spent at leisure.
Day 2
Take part in a programme of activities organised by Nuestra Cabaña and get to know Guides from all over the world! After a busy and sociable day, enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 3
Take part in a local service project with your new friends at Nuestra Cabaña – a very rewarding part of the trip! Then the evening is all yours.
Day 4
Head into the city of Cuernavaca for a day of sightseeing. Visit Cuernavaca’s museums, parks and gardens and soak up the local culture and cuisine. Then wind down in the evening.
Day 5
Visit Taxco, Mexico’s small yet stunning silver city, set against a backdrop of dramatic mountains and perfectly preserved colonial architecture. Then return to Nuestra Cabaña for an evening of activities with fellow Guides.
Day 6
Visit Tepoztlán and explore the fascinating craft markets and beautiful cathedral. Return to Nuestra Cabaña for an afternoon of activities, then enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 7
Take part in the traditional pinning ceremony, and enjoy the surroundings of Nuestra Cabaña!
Day 8
Enjoy your final day in Mexico, then spend your final evening at Nuestra Cabaña with a Mexican Fiesta!
Day 9
Discover more of the local history on a Guided tour of Mexico City, before returning to the airport and beginning your journey back to the UK.
Day 10
Arrive home.
Based on 10 days, 9 nights, Full board, flight tour for 20 passengers travelling August 2025. Subject to availability.
- Return scheduled flights from London to Mexico City
- Return coach transfers between Mexico City Airport, Mexico City and Nuestra Cabaña
- 1 night half board accommodation at Nuestra Cabaña (pre event) followed by 7 nights’ full board accommodation at Nuestra Cabaña (based on shared dormitory-style rooms)
- Summer Friendship Event
- Guided tour of Mexico City
- Pinning Ceremony at Nuestra Cabaña
- 24-hour emergency assistance during your tour
- Itinerary planning and all visits and activity arrangements
- Travel insurance
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