GUATEMALA · DESTINATION
The trips worth taking.
The 10 lake atitlan tours worth your time in Guatemala. What each one involves on the ground, who runs it, and what you pay.
14-hour small-group round trip from Antigua to Lake Atitlán villages with a private boat, cultural stops, breakfast, and top volcano views.
“Omg incredible!!!! Just book it!! Very worth the money. Alex did a great job explaining things and guiding us. Everyone was so wonderful and I would absolutely do this excursion again!”
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…”
Shared shuttle with hotel pickup and air-conditioning for the ~3-hour transfer between Antigua and Panajachel on Lake Atitlán, with flexible times.
“No hitches, driver was friendly. Company also has clear communication, and the driver came directly to the pickup spot we had specified.”
Lake Atitlán cruise from Antigua with hotel transport, volcano views, and guided time in Panajachel and Santiago de Atitlán.
“The lake was beautiful but it was too far for only 3 hours that we spent there. The tour guy was rushing”
Cruise Lake Atitlán from Panajachel to Santiago de Atitlán to see Maximon, with volcano views and Panajachel market stops.
“I was the only person on my trip and therefore I was not provided with an English-speaking guide. I was travelling in a private vehicle and had a box to myself which was an advantage in terms of comfort but possibly detracted from the experience of meeting other travellers. My trip was scheduled to last…”
Lake Atitlán day cruise with Guatemala City transport, volcano views, Santiago de Atitlán, and a Panajachel stroll on a 10-hour trip.
“The drive to the lake took awhile because of the slow windy roads but the lake was so beautiful and the small towns were very nice to shop in. We made a stop on the way to have some breakfast and it was a lovely restaurant, very nice.”
One long day from Guatemala City to Lake Atitlán: boat rides, Mayan villages, and hands-on workshops in San Juan la Laguna.
“What a wonderful experience! Nice communication from Pedro before the tour. Elli was my guide and Carlos was the driver. Safe and friendly driving from Carlos! Elli was so sweet and a great guide! Knowledgeable and helpful. The tour was well organized. Great stops along the way. The views from the lake, boat ride and…”
ATV from Panajachel to Santa Catarina Palopo and San Antonio Palopo for coffee, ceramics and chocolate in about 4 hours.
“It was awesome. The guide was great. We were able to stop and take pic and our guide took pics as well.”
A small-group day trip from Antigua to Chichicastenango market and Panajachel on Lake Atitlán, with church rituals and big views.
“Everything about this tour was great, our guide was extremely knowledgeable. The ride was safe. The only thing to be aware of this does include the lake in the extent of eating at a restaurant overlooking the lake. I went for the market so I didn’t mind but if you want a more immersive lake…”
From Antigua, ride boat and tuk tuk on Lake Atitlán to San Juan and San Pedro for markets, weavers, chocolate, and big lake views.
“An excellent tour to Lake Atitlan with the best tour guide in Antigua Ms. Nayeli. We will highly recommend to all our friends.”
