Guatemala: Under the Mayan Sky | Deadliest Journeys

Known for the beauty of its active volcanoes and its turquoise lakes, Guatemala is going through an endless economic crisis, making the country one of the poorest in Latin America. Whether urban or rural, all populations are affected and rely on their courage or the Mayan gods they worship. Tomas, a shaman, takes his apprentice on a pilgrimage in the footsteps of his Mayan ancestors to the city "El Mirador", one of the most inaccessible on the continent. To earn a living, Anthony drives a taxi in a tuktuk. Faced with competition from urban areas, he decided to tackle mountain roads where only 4X4s usually venture.
Directors: Julien BOLUEN; Charles COMITI

[samuelramos]

Broke my heart when Anthony embrace his mom and sis and told her he wouldn’t leave them like their father did.

[markmcarthy]

One of the coolest guys I’ve ever met, built like a brick chithouse, was from Guatemala. Eric Rodriquez, barely new English when he and is wife Maria moved to St Louis. After a few years I learned SO much about their ancient history and modern hardships. Could outwork anyone, and with a smile too

[KingCyrus-iwyx]

This documentary isn’t all about the most dangerous roads, it’s about the daily struggle people go through in order to have a decent life. The diverse culture, religions, beliefs and social and economic activities of different people is also well documented here. Awesome job and thanks for enlightening us and taking us where we haven’t been yet. 🇰🇪❤️

[ramishrambarran]

Thank You for bringing these wonderfuld documentaries of the struggle for survival in countries we would never be able to visit in one life.
Regards.
Trinidad & Tobago. West Indies.

[FMATheQuiet]

this is the most inspiring and heartwarming deadliest journeys episode!

[skullcrusher]

Thanks for a new episode of deadliest roads, upload some more new ones 🎉

[Edgar-rbhr]

Gracias por documentar una gran y mínima parte de mi país... Está impresionante

[machseven]

“Two Shamans dancing is bound to wake up the elements”


HILARIOUS

[violetgilkes]

The drivers endless questions and high speed seemed to make the people more worried about getting to their destination safely😮😮😮

[crisfer]

God bless them to have better opportunities so they can succeed...🙌🙌

[xmaster]

I always loved the tuk tuk. They're just weird and cool.

[howlinwulf]

Id be proud to be mayan.
Old civilization with beautiful costims and people.
Gid Bless

[aneesahmed]

Whenever there is a Deadliest Roads documentry, there will be an old Toyota Hilux or Toyota Landcruiser present in the scene. These vehicles are a staple of the channel.

[saravasquezlopez]

Exelet documental gracias por your vidio

[fredmugo]

What a beautiful, beautiful documentary

[thentil]

So tragic we let such economic inequality destroy lives needlessly.

[SgtWhitebeardGaming]

@44:25 that look of that kids really get's you. Praying that somehow fate will give them a better life.

[Abgyus]

Betapa popularnya Toyota hixul 4wd ini.. Tidak kira dinegara mana pun. Ditimur tengah, afrika.. Asia.. Mesti akan nampak kelibat Toyota hilux

[RESET]

When the fat lady with a mouth full of gold said they where struggling it hit me in the feels 😂😂😂😂😂

[violetgilkes]

the kids are self sacrificing and hardworking. I hope things will get better for them and their families.