Lake Atitlan Villages Tour

Embark on a tour that will take you to the most beautiful villages of Lake Atitlan from Panajachel. We'll sail past volcanoes and discover the Mayan culture of the locals.

Description

At the indicated time, we'll meet at the door of Porta Hotel del Lago de Panajachel. From there, we'll head to the pier to board a boat for Lake Atitlan.

Our tour begins with a crossing of the lake, exploring its secrets and the Mayan villages along its shores, alongside the Tolimán, Atitlán, and San Pedro volcanoes.

We will arrive at San Juan La Laguna, where we will walk through streets adorned with indigenous murals and visit a group of Mayan women artisans. Participants will learn about natural dyeing of fabrics and chocolate making.

Next, we will visit San Pedro La Laguna, exploring streets where the hippie community merges with the Mayan population.

We will return to the boat to proceed to Santiago Atitlán, known for its local market and strong Mayan culture. We will visit the square and church before dining at a local restaurant featuring authentic Guatemalan dishes.

Finally, we will return across the lake to Panajachel, completing our excursion after approximately 6 to 7 hours.