GUATEMALA
The trips worth taking.
The 8 1-day tours worth your time in Guatemala. What each one involves on the ground, who runs it, and what you pay.
Lake Atitlán in one long day from Antigua: boat hops, village culture, crafts, and Maximón, plus a small-group feel for $92.
“I have some mixed feelings about this tour though overall good. Ahead of time booking and communication was great. You get picked up in Antigua by a driver (who was great) though not a guide for the about 2 hour give or take drive to the lake. You get there and have breakfast at their…”
Hike Pacaya with an expert guide from Guatemala City, see active steam and lava fields, and enjoy big views of Fuego, Agua, and Acatenango.
“The tour guide was great, and the view was AWESOME! It was breath taking. The worst part for me was trying to avoid the horse manure. And for that reason I would not do that tour again.”
One day private trip from Guatemala City to Semuc Champey, Cobán, Cahabón River, and Kamba caves with 4x4 access and guides.
“Our guide mervin made the trip such a memorable one! We couldn’t enjoy Semuc Champey much due to the crowds during the Easter weekend, but definitely a good cultural experience and a nice place to visit!”
One day from Antigua to Iximché ruins and Chichicastenango market, plus Santo Tomás church tied to the Popol Vuh.
“Un your muy completo en un buen día cómo es domingo, buena elección de restaurante.”
Hike Guatemala’s Acatenango from Antigua through cloud forest and scree for 360° views, plus close-up Volcán Fuego eruption watching.
“Had an amazing experience and Andrés was an excellent guide! 💯”
10-hour private trip from Guatemala City or Antigua to Chichicastenango, with market time, Santo Tomás Church, Pascual Abaj, and Tecpán breakfast.
“The activity itself did not happen. When we arrived at the entrance of the town, the road was closed due to a parade. They informed us that the parade would most likely end around 1-2pm, it was 9am when we arrived. There was no other alternative offered. We ended up driving back to Guatemala City,…”
One long day from Guatemala City to Semuc Champey, with Cahabón River views, Kamba Caves, and Cobán food and cardamom.
“El lugar es hermoso . El guía muy bueno ( Ludwin ) . Esta actividad saliendo de cd. de Guatemala no alcanza para hacerla en un día . El trayecto de carretera es larguísimo ( 6 horas solo de ida ) No alcanzamos a ver las cuevas . Recomendaría hacerla en dos días , quedándose…”
Private one-day Lake Atitlán trip with San Pedro, San Marcos, San Juan, plus Kaqasiiwaan Viewpoint and the Paseo de las Artes art walk.
“Rara vez dejo reseñas negativas, pero esta experiencia fue realmente decepcionante. El proveedor nunca respondió a tiempo y no confirmó ni ejecutó la actividad de forma adecuada, dejándonos sin comunicación clara el día de la reserva. Como resultado, tuvimos que reorganizar todo nuestro itinerario y perdimos tiempo valioso durante un viaje corto. Lo más frustrante…”
