12. Don’t Be Scared of the Police
Just like other touristy destinations, Guatemala can be a hotspot for scams victimizing holiday-goers. The most notorious of these scams usually involve strangers who seem friendly. If there are any people to trust in Guatemala, it would be the police as the country prides itself as having the best law enforcement agency dedicated to keeping tourists safe.
Guatemala’s Politur are easy to approach, helpful and honest, rarely expecting anything in return for the service they do for visitors. However, always remember that they only patrol touristy areas, so they might not be around once you’re on the trail.