Top Antigua Outdoor Activities - page 3

An ATV is a great choice for traveling around the cobbled streets of Antigua and its surrounding hills and mountains. This Antigua ATV rental lets you choose where you want to go and create your own itinerary of Antigua sights and attractions, perfect for those who want to see more in less time. Each ATV fits two people, so it's fine to bring a buddy along for the ride.

Discover one of Guatemala’s sustainable farms and sample its produce on this 1.5-hour tour from Antigua. Head to an eco-farm focused on environment-friendly agriculture, and learn how it produces organic coffee, honey, and avocados. Explore the coffee plantation and coffee-making processes; sample freshly ground coffee or tea; make guacamole (seasonal); and taste the farm’s own honey.

Spend the day discovering the gorgeous Lake Atitlán, along with the picturesque villages that line its shore, during this 10-hour sightseeing excursion from Antigua. Take in breathtaking views of this mountain lake, its southern shore ringed by volcanoes, as you visit the town Panjachel and take a boat cruise to the hamlet of Santiago de Atitlán. This Lake Atitlán adventure finishes with time for browsing the handicraft stands and businesses along Panjachel’s Santander Street. Your tour also includes a guide and round-trip transportation from your Antigua hotel.

This is one of two tours we offer made specially for our guests who don't want to drive our ATVS.This tour is done on our 6 passenger UTVs driven by our guides so the guests can enjoy in comfort, take pictures and enjoy the ride without worrying about the driving. In this tour we visit a local coffee plantation located in the nearby town of Jocotenango. Starting from our office, we have a 15-minute journey to La Azotea coffee plantation. Once at La Azotea, you'll receive a bilingual tour from our guide, where you'll learn about the coffee and chocolate making process while indulging in fine coffee and chocolate tastings.Once finished at the plantation you will hop back on the ATVs and head over to "El Cerro de la Cruz" to visit one of Antigua’s most well-known and visited landmarks. Since we are on bikes getting here is easier than taking the hundreds of steps and we enjoy a bird’s eye view of the colonial city.

Enjoy the breathtaking and wonderful views from the top of this imposing volcano. Acatenango that is located at 3976 meters (13,000 feet). Enjoy a hike of approximately 6 hours depending on the pace of the group or if you prefer by 4x4 vehicle, for an additional cost. Accompanied throughout the journey by your friendly and expert guide, who will make your experience more interesting and fun.

Hike through dried lava fields, green forests, and coffee and banana plantations en route to a scenic vista point on Pacaya Volcano on this tour from Antigua. Going as part of this guided tour not only ensures your safety during the hike, but also covers logistics like transportation, entrance fees, and lunch so you can just lace up your boots and enjoy the scenery.

Immerse yourself in Guatemalan culture and cuisine with a small-group cooking class at Cuscun Cooking School in Antigua. First, visit the local market to shop for fresh ingredients, herbs, and spices, then get hands-on in the kitchen under the guidance of a local chef. Create a variety of typical Guatemalan dishes, such as ‘tamales, ‘pepián’ (meat stew), or chiles rellenos (stuffed chilies).

Get the best views of Antigua without breaking a sweat on a private hiking tour that takes you to the top of the active Pacaya volcano. If you opt for the private tour, you will be able to set the pace for the hike, so you won't have to climb the volcano at a speed that doesn't suit your fitness level.

Visit several Antigua highlights in one convenient walking tour, ideal for first-time visitors or those with limited time in the region. There’s no need to worry about getting lost or overlooking lesser-known spots, as your guide will escort you from point to point, providing context for each attraction along the way.

Within this open car tour to better live the experience, you will know the coffee processes in a different way since the experience is directly with a local coffee farmer , it is an incredible activity which you must live, you will know both planting processes, as well as you will drink artisan coffee, in one of the most iconic communities in the coffee world by the area of Antigua Guatemala

Skip the expense of organizing your own taxi and the stress of lugging your bags to a local bus stop with this shared door-to-door shuttle service from Antigua to Guatemala City’s La Aurora Airport. Departing regularly, this shared shuttle service will pick you up from your hotel and drop you at the departures lounge. You can also request to be dropped in Guatemala City (must be confirmed in advance).

Get a short introduction to the Spanish-colonial charm of Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage site, during this 3-hour morning tour from Guatemala City. This atmospheric city was the country’s capital for more than 200 years, creating a wealth of historic architecture and gorgeous scenery for you to discover during your walking tour. Tread on Antigua’s cobblestone streets as you explore sites like the Cathedral of Santiago, Central Park and the city's iconic Arch of Santa Catalina. Your Antigua visit includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport (except during Holy Week in April).

Journey from Antigua to explore the fascinating market at Chichicastenango plus the archaeological sites of Iximché, on this full-day trip. First head to the ancient Mayan town of Iximché to explore the ruins of ceremonial plazas, temples, ball courts, and more. Then, take time to browse the ceramics and woodcrafts at the famous open-air market of Chichicastenango before visiting the city’s religious structures, Iglesia de Santo Tomas and Calvary Church. Your trip also includes a guide and round-trip transportation from your hotel in Antigua.

Visit two of the Guatemala City area’s most interesting theme parks with this private day tour. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Altamira, with its gigantic wooden structures featuring larger-than-life hands. You'll then visit Hobbitenango, a Lord of the Rings-inspired eco-park with hobbit houses and spectacular countryside views.

Take in the highlights of central Guatemala over three memorable days on this action-packed tour from Antigua, which saves you the stress of planning travel logistics. Go off the beaten path and experience village life in Cobán, then spot quetzal and rare orchids on a hike through the El Biotopto del Quetzal forest. Venture underground to explore the Lanquin Caves; marvel over the stalagmites and stalactites of the Rey Marcos Caves; and plunge into the rock pools of Semuc Champey.

Have a true Guatemalan adventure during this 2-day, 1-night hiking and kayaking adventure on beautiful Lake Atitlan. Paddle among the rugged cliffs, exotic wildlife and towering volcanoes of this gorgeous lake, watching as Mayan locals carry on their centuries-old fishing traditions. Further immerse yourself in local village life as you hike along the remote northern shore of the lake and check out the lake’s secluded canyons and unique ecosystems. This Lake Atitlan adventure includes a guide, overnight accommodation, equipment and round-trip hotel transport.

We live with local people and you can take a nice memory of the area, where you will take beautiful experiences , remember that the activity requires a stable physical condition since the walk of the day one is approximately 5 to 6 hours depending on the capacity of the clients, First Layer (Breathable): Quick-drying T-shirts (dry-fit), leggings or long lycras (compression type), thermal underwear for the night. Second Layer (Coat) : Sweatshirt, lightweight sweater, a wool or fleece jacket to keep warm. Third Layer (Protection): High quality windbreaker, waterproof and hooded, indispensable for variable weather and the summit. Shoes and Accessories: Waterproof mountain boots thick socks (wool/thermal), cold cap, gloves, scarf/cover (buff), sunglasses and sun visor

Visit the Pacaya Volcano on a full-day tour from Guatemala City that allows you to view the active volcano from a safe distance. Your tour includes round-trip transfers from major hotels in Guatemala City, and a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned minivan. Hear insightful commentary from the guide, and get great photo ops along the way.

Get up close and personal with a Guatemalan volcano on a day trip to Pacaya Volcano, one of the country’s most active. Hike through volcanic vegetation and surreal landscapes on your way to the top, enjoying views of nearby volcanic peaks of Agua, Fuego and Acatenango that you won't get anywhere else. Your trip from Antigua to the volcano also includes round-trip transportation from your hotel, so you don't have to worry about finding a meeting point.

Get off the tourist trail in Lake Atitlan as you enjoy fun, family-friendly activities and visits to local villages on this 10-hour trip from Antigua. Pick from among a range of high-energy activities like swimming, kayaking, hiking, cliff jumping or rock climbing. Or if you’re more content to watch, simply sit back and relax. You’ll also have time explore the small villages near the lake, including Santa Cruz, San Juan and San Pedro, many of which feel largely untouched by the modern world. This highly customizable trip includes all activities plus round-trip hotel transport.

Take a walk back in time as you explore the idyllic Mayan villages, ancient rituals and gorgeous scenery of Lake Atitlan on this strenuous day-long hike on the Upper Mayan Trail. Interact with the local Cakchiquel and Tzutujil Mayan tribes, visiting the town of Santa Cruz la Laguna and tracing a path along a steep path used by the tribes for centuries. You’ll also have the chance to observe the rituals of local shamans and visit the second largest market in the country. Your hike also includes round-trip hotel transport from Antigua.

Altamira is a very ecological place and has animals made by the locals with recycled materials, it has also provided an opportunity to have a job for the people of the village. Altamira has a lot of atraccions from beautiful views to giants, it has many spots so you can take photos

Explore the hills and mountains around Antigua by motorcycle with this tour. You'll visit a variety of great viewpoints, from a Hobbit-themed lodge to an organic farm, wrapping up your visit at an indigenous village situated a mile (1.6 km) above sea level. If you're an experienced motorcyclist, you'll be able to do your own driving, but don't worry if you aren't—you can always take the back seat.

This mountain biking tour from Antigua offers an intimate look at small-scale coffee production. After an intermediate ride through the beautiful countryside, tour a coffee farm with a co-op member and visit their home to learn how beans are traditionally flame-roasted and ground by hand. Tour ends with lunch with the family for an authentic travel experience that gets you in touch with everyday life in Guatemala.