21 articles to prepare your trip
San Juan La Laguna
Santiago
Totonicapán
Perched at 2,500 m elevation, Totonicapán is a vibrant center of K'iche' culture: twice-weekly markets, traditional weaving workshops and forests managed by indigenous communities.
Todos Santos
A Mam Maya village perched at 2,480 meters in the Cuchumatanes, Todos Santos is renowned for its inhabitants who wear traditional dress daily, its vibrant Saturday market, and its spectacular November 1st horse race—one of Guatemala's most singular events.
Tecpán
At the gateway to Lake Atitlán, Tecpán preserves the legacy of Iximche, Guatemala's first Kaqchikel Maya capital. Sites, cuisine, and essential advice for a memorable visit.
Sololá
Perched at 2,113 meters above Lake Atitlán, Sololá blends an authentic Maya market, a baroque cathedral, and breathtaking panoramas of Guatemala's volcanic landscape.
Santa Cruz la Laguna
A Kaq'chikel Maya village perched on the northern shore of Lake Atitlán: wooden walkways, trails leading to Jaibalito and Tzununá, sweeping views of three volcanoes.
San Francisco El Alto
Perched at 2,630 m in Guatemala's highlands, San Francisco El Alto welcomes every Friday one of the most authentic Maya markets in the country.
San Andrés Xecul
Just 12 km from Quetzaltenango, San Andrés Xecul showcases a striking fluorescent yellow church that has become an icon of Maya-Catholic syncretism. Your complete travel guide.
In the heart of Alta Verapaz, San Agustín Lanquín is your gateway to the turquoise pools of Semuc Champey, limestone caves, and tubing adventures on the Cahabón River.
Panajachel
Gateway to Lake Atitlán, Panajachel blends Mayan craftsmanship, vibrant alleyways and direct access to Tz'utujil and Kaqchikel villages.
Nebaj
Nestled in Quiché, Nebaj is the spiritual capital of the Ixil Triangle. Maya sacred sites, red huipiles, and high-altitude trekking await you.
Livingston
On Guatemala's Caribbean coast, Livingston cultivates a unique Garifuna identity between Rio Dulce, turquoise beaches and punta rhythms. Accessible only by boat.
Lac Atitlán
Nestled at 1,560 m between three volcanoes, Lake Atitlán brings together Maya villages, volcanic hikes and Tz'utujil cooperatives. Our complete guide.
Parc national Laguna del Tigre
In the heart of Petén, Laguna del Tigre National Park combines dense jungle, rare wildlife and the Maya site of Waka El Perú. An adventure off the beaten path.
Between the Maya ruins of Kaminaljuyú, the colonial Historic Center and the vibrant Zona Viva, Guatemala City offers a rich gateway to discovering Guatemala.
Flores
A small paved island in the heart of Lake Petén Itzá, Flores is the perfect base for exploring Tikal, Yaxhá and the Mayan cities of northern Guatemala.
El Remate
On the shores of Lake Petén Itzá, El Remate offers a peaceful nature stopover before Tikal. Lake, jungle, sunrise over Maya temples: everything is within reach.
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