Travel in Guatemala

Are you planning on travelling to Guatemala? If so, then here you’ll find all the best destinations just waiting for you to add them to your ultimate Guatemala adventure. Our itineraries are filled with useful information and plenty of advice for a safe but unforgettable experience in this beautiful country.

Guatemala Quick Facts

  • Language: Spanish
  • Currency: Guatemalan Quetzal
  • Capital City: Guatemala City
  • Population: 18.4 million

Antigua Guatemala Travel Guides

The colourful city of Antigua is on everyone’s Guatemala itinerary. It’s possibly the most beautiful city in the country as well as the launching off point for the unforgettable Volcan Acatenango and Volcan de Fuego overnight hike. There are also a few fun day trips you can do from the city, such as roasting marshmallows on Pacaya Volcano and visiting Hobbitenango, Guatemala’s version of Hobbiton.

Acatenango Volcano Hike

If you’re planning on hiking Acatenango Volcano during your visit to Guatemala then the below guides cover everything you should know before booking this unforgettable experience. We’ll detail the level of difficulty you can expect, the best tour companies to book with, accommodation options, what to pack, and whether you should hike Volcan de Fuego as well.

Lake Atitlan Travel Guides

Below you can find all of our blog posts from Lake Atitlan, one of the most beautiful places in Guatemala. Our guides include details on how to get to and get around the lake, best places to stay, how long you should stay for, where to eat and of course all the best things to do.

Central and Northern Guatemala (Semuc Champey, Flores & Tikal)

Below you can find all of our blog posts from the central and northern parts of Guatemala including Semuc Champey, Flores, and the Tikal Maya Ruins. All of our guides include details on how to get to these places, how long you should stay for, where to eat and of course all the best things to do.

Xela (Quetzaltenango) Travel Guides

If you’re currently planning your visit to Guatemala, and are searching for destinations slightly off the ‘gringo trail’, then you should add Xela (Quetzaltenango) to your itinerary. It’s the second largest city in the country but is way less visited by tourists compared with other places. In our guides we’ll show you some of the best things to do and see in Xela, as well as some of the best volcano hikes you can do in the area.

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