Top Activities on the Ground in Central Highlands - page 2

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Best rappel in Guatemala. (Located near Antigua) If you are looking for a unique experience surrounded with nature, this is an extreme adventure you won´t forget! Visit a private coffee farm where you will rappel down a 42 mts. natural waterfall. Located in Finca El Barretal, a private owned coffee farm with a restaurant where you can also have a delicious guatemalan breakfast or enjoy lunch with an amazing view. (vegetarian options are available) With almost 10 years of experience, our professional guides will teach you all you need to know. No previous experience is required. Kids from ages 9 and up can do this activity too. All you need to bring is comfortable clothes, bathing suit, tennis shoes or hiking boots and a sense of adventure, we will provide all the certified equipment needed for the activity...To finish the adventure dive in our swimming pool filled with natural spring water!

Leave behind the cobbled streets of Antigua for the treetops of Lake Atitlan on this adventure-packed day trip. Kayak or paddle board around the famed waters of Lake Atitlan along with a guide before embarking on a hike through the countryside and a zipline adventure with incredible views of the surrounding nature. This tour includes round-trip transfer from Antigua and a guide, keeping the adventure to the natural world.

Complete experience in Guatemala and Honduras. Great extension for visiting the best of Mayan World. Ecosystems, the most important destinations in Guatemala for an excelent price. In this tour you will have the entire inmersion in to the mayan world in the past and present. Driver and guides are top in the business. This experience is full of knowledge, passion, nature, traditions, culture and heritage.

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.

This 7-day motorcycle tour reveals the breathtaking landscapes of Guatemala, from majestic volcanoes to serene lakes and vibrant markets. Starting and ending in Antigua, riders will explore iconic destinations like Lake Atitlan and Semuc Champey, while also discovering hidden gems. Enjoy the thrill of riding through local villages, crossing rivers, and visiting the Biotopo del Quetzal, home to the national bird. Experience the rich culture and natural beauty of Central America on this unforgettable journey. - 7-day motorcycle adventure through Guatemala's scenic countryside - Explore famous sites including Lake Atitlan, Semuc Champey, and Antigua - Accommodation included for 6 nights in charming locations - Discover local markets and ride through picturesque villages

Watch the sunrise or sunset from the top of Pacaya Volcano, one of Guatemala’s most active volcanoes. This adventure takes you through a landscape of petrified lava and views of Lake Amatitlan and other outstanding volcanoes. Enjoy a 1.5-hour guided ascent with certified local guides and a quiet descent to the village of San Vicente Pacaya, where you can have breakfast before returning. An experience that combines nature and exercise, ideal for lovers of hiking and natural beauty. You choose whether you would like to enjoy a magical sunrise or sunset from one of the most beautiful active volcanoes in Guatemala.

Experience some of Guatemala’s best views from the top of one of the country’s most active volcanoes on a sunset trip to the Pacaya Volcano from Antigua. You’ll ascend to the crater—where you’ll see molten lava—at a relaxed pace in a small group limited to only 15 and enjoy cooler temperatures towards the end of the day.

→ You will have the opportunity to talk directly with a Mayan priest. → Participate in a personalized spiritual ceremony. → Discover in depth the history of Iximché, the first capital of Guatemala.

Climbing the Pacaya Volcano is a must for many travelers but arriving early is essential and getting there alone can be time-consuming. Skip public transit and save your strength for the hike during this private excursion which includes round-trip transportation. Plus, learn more about the volcano than travelers who tackle the climb alone, thanks to your personal guide.

Discover the intricate web of life within Antigua's breathtaking cloud forests on this immersive 3.5-hour nature tour. A certified local guide will lead you through pristine landscapes, showcasing wild orchids, vibrant hummingbirds, and the rich biodiversity of the area. Begin your journey at Antigua’s Central Park, where you’ll gain insights into the natural history of Panchoy Valley before heading to Finca El Pilar. Experience a Maya ceremonial site and learn about their connection to nature, then climb to a mirador for stunning canopy views. Conclude your tour at the hummingbird feeding grounds, home to up to six species of these enchanting birds. - 3.5-hour guided tour of Antigua’s cloud forests - Learn about Maya culture and their relationship with nature - Visit a ceremonial site and enjoy stunning views from a mirador - See multiple hummingbird species at the feeding grounds - Butterfly hotspot

This popular Pacaya Volcano day trip from Guatemala City is the perfect way to experience the beauty of the country’s most active volcano. Follow your expert local guide to the top of this fiery mountain and look out over stunning views of Guatemala countryside. It’s a memorable way to experience the natural beauty of this incredible country and is perfect for novice hikers.

We will shuttle 30 minutes outside Antigua through the town of Parramos and the small village of Chirijuyu to meet our trailhead. From there we begin an introductory climb followed by a 3km jeep track descent through coffee and avocado plantations. We will ride smooth trails through agricultural operations and then cross the rustic town of San Andres Itzapa. From there we will start our second climb (4km) up through the town on paved and cobble stoned roads before entering a pine forest at 1900m (6,400ft). Crossing a small ravine will bring us to a smooth descent and fast singletrack through pine trees. This will exit into the plains of Parramos crossing fields of corn, fruit, beans and greenhouses as you wind along agricultural singletrack. The final descent follows 500+ year old trails that have been eroded into tunnels of tight twisty fun. Exit in the town of Pastores and cycle the gradual paved downhill back to Antigua!

Spend a day out in nature on this private tour from Antigua to the Atitlan area. You'll visit Los Tarrales Natural Reserve, with its network of trails and dense flora, where you'll take a birding tour with a local guide. This will be followed by lunch (at your expense) in the Mayan Village of San Lucas Toliman, a great place for shopping for souvenirs. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Have you ever climbed an Active Volcano? Don't you think that today is the best opportunity to do something different and get a once-in-a-lifetime experience? If you're planning something to do with the entire family or if you're a solo traveler, Pacaya Volcano is the best experience for you. Just 1 hour and 30 minutes away from Guatemala City, Pacaya Volcano is one of the easiest possible hikes in Guatemala. Its smooth activity allows visitors to approach the Lava coals, the smoking cone, and enjoy the great views of other Volcanoes.

A sustainable and authentic way to discover Antigua Guatemala on two wheels. Every Wednesday, join this collective tour designed for travelers who want to share, explore and connect with local culture as they cycle through the city’s iconic landmarks. You will enjoy a refreshing break at the historic La Unión Tank with traditional hail, before continuing to the majestic Cathedral of San José in front of the Central Park and walking along the iconic Calle del Arco, where the famous Arch of Santa Catalina is located, one of the most photographed settings in the country. To close with a golden clasp, to participate in a practical culinary workshop where you will learn to prepare banana mole with traditional Guatemalan techniques, combining history, flavor and tradition in a participatory experience.

This ride combines cross country climbs with great singletrack descents high above the valley floor. A great variety of riding and a pit-stop along the way for a drink and great view at Earth Lodge. We’ll start with a shuttle ride to the north side of town, getting us well above Antigua and closer to the day’s best riding. The adventure begins with a solid climb on paved roads up to the ridge that separates Antigua from San Lucas. From there we’ll hit the trail and start a fun descent toward San Mateo las Flores, with plenty of playful sections along the way. Afterwards, we’ll traverse back toward El Hato before climbing up to Hobbitenango, where we’ll drop into another stretch of great singletrack. The trail leads us down to Earth Lodge, a perfect spot to pause for a drink and take in the sweeping views of the Antigua valley. From there, we’ll finish with one more trail descent back toward Antigua, with options to add a few extra sections depending on how the group is feeling.

A very complete tour, since the first day you have great experiences with Semuc Champey natural pools, Tikal National Park archeaological site involved in jungle, nature flora and Fauna, temples and palaces. Río Dulce exceptional boat ride and Quiriguá where is located the tallest stela in the Mayan world. With this experience you will know almost the culture of Guatemala a big vision. How looks like the country and differents contrast of living.

With a summit at 12,720 feet (3,975 meters), majestic Acatenango volcano is a challenging but rewarding hike that needs to be spread across two days. Skip the stress of renting camping gear and arranging guides when you book this convenient small-group package, with transfers from most central Guatemala City hotels. Your package includes meals, hot drinks, guiding, and camping gear: Water, flashlights, and hiking kit are your responsibility.

Experience the thrill of camping out on the slopes of an active volcano on this guided overnight tour. You’ll leave Antigua for Pacaya in the afternoon, when you’ll begin your ascent through cloud forests and lava fields, before setting up camp at a scenic viewpoint and watching the sunset and the stars come out over dinner. In the morning, enjoy panoramic views of the neighboring volcanoes before heading back down.

• Escape Antigua for the day and tour the countryside by mountain bike • See ruins one earthquake away from extinction • Visit Lorenzo's experimental macadamia farm at Valhalla – a sustainable agriculture project • Explore the villages of Santiago Zamora and San Antonio Aguas Calientes, famous for their textiles and weavings.

Classic motorcycles and epic road trips are the perfect pairing, and this Royal Enfield Classic 500 and Mayan Crossroads Volcano Loop combo tour offers just that. Suitable for experienced motorcyclists only (valid motorcycle license required), this unforgettable motorcycle trip loops around two of Guatemala’s most fiery volcanoes, Fuego—whose name literally means fire—and Acatenango, before finishing back up in the picture-postcard city of Antigua.

This is a tour that no one else has in the market, also characterized by combining the best of Guatemala. On this tour, you will visit colonial cities, an active volcano (the most active in Central America), a lagoon inside a volcano, a lake formed over time inside a volcanic crater, a beautiful indigenous market, hike through indigenous mountains, have lunch with a local family, hike into the cloud forest to see the national bird of Guatemala. You will be taken to see the most beautiful natural pools in the Verapaces area. The wonders of Hun Nal Ye are almost virgin sites. You will descend to the Mayan underworld in the Candelaria caves, the Tikal and Yaxhá archaeological sites, and much more.

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.