Top Guatemala Hiking Tours

Though challenging, summiting Acatenango Volcano is a must while in Antigua, Guatemala. Going as part of this guided tour not only ensures your safety during the hike, but also removes the hassle of worrying about meals and equipment for the trek. Just bring personal essentials, your sense of adventure, and a camera to capture the amazing sunrise.

Immerse yourself in the coffee culture on the communal estates of the indigenous Tz'utujiles Mayans. Discover the fascinating story of how coffee arrived in Guatemala and Lake Atitlan, and learn about the ecological and sustainable techniques used by local communities. You’ll know the full production process, from bean planting to cupping, as we tour the coffee plots together. This unique experience will allow you to connect deeply with the traditions and life of the indigenous communities that live around the lake. Finally, we will explore the colorful streets of San Juan La Laguna, where art, culture and Mayan essence merge in every corner.

An early morning hike is rewarded with stunning views of the sunrise over Lake Atitlan on this hike to Indian Nose from San Pedro La Laguna. See for yourself why this short but challenging hike is one of the most popular in the area as you scramble up to the lookout point. Going with a guide not only ensures that you don’t get lost, but is also recommended for safety reasons.

If you’re looking for a coffee tour that will deepen your knowledge and expose you to interact with local communities off-the-beaten-path, this is for you. The tours take place in the community of San Miguel Escobar in the outskirts of Antigua (20 or 30 minutes) where the coffee growers will lead you through their fields, explain the work behind cultivating coffee, walk you through each processing step from bean to brew, and finish the tour by joining you for a coffee in their home. Along the way, you’ll learn more than just the process behind coffee--you’ll have authentic and transparent conversations with small-scale producers to hear firsthand about their obstacles, triumphs, and goals as coffee growers and experience their persisting enthusiasm and dedication to the coffee industry.

Our guides, with their friendliness and professionalism, will lead the tour on the San Pedro volcano at the pace of the participants, with the best transport and security organization. On this tour, you will not only be walking, you will also get historical information about flora and fauna and the community. This experience is a great opportunity to enjoy a moment in connection with the nature of the San Pedro volcano.

Our exciting climb to the Acatenango Volcano is an experience that you cannot miss. We will walk through wonderful landscapes, surrounded by flora and fauna with unique views in Guatemala. Bring us closer and closer to the powerlessness of the Acatenango Volcano The excitement continues with this incomparable experience where you will have the opportunity to spend a night under the stars, camping on the slopes of the volcano. It is a unique connection with nature that will leave you amazed.

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.

This tour will make you enjoy one of the most beautiful views around Lake Atitlan and our tour guide will give it a plus explaining you what you see around.

Travel comfortably from the Guatemala City Airport to Antigua Guatemala by booking this private transportation option. In case of delays, all flights are tracked to ensure you're picked up in a timely manner. Each traveler is allowed a maximum of one suitcase and a carry-on bag. Service is also available to accommodations within the Guatemala City hotel zone.

We live with local people and you can take a nice memory of the area, where you will take beautiful experiences

Experience the mystery and majesty of Lake Chicabál and life in a Mayan Village. Formed within the inactive Chicabal Volcano, this crater lake is considered sacred by the Mam-Mayan people of the region and is surrounded by cloud forests, making it a site of cultural and spiritual significance. It is the most popular visitor destination in the Quetzaltenango area. Descend 600 steps into the caldera and explore the lake's perimeter, learning about the 20 Mayan 'naguals' along the way. After the hike, engage with local culture during a village tour, visit a Mayan home, and learn from a weaving demonstration. This immersive experience is perfect for families and individuals looking to connect with nature and culture in the heart of the western Guatemalan Highlands. 80% of your activity fee supports the programs and clinics of Local Hope/Xela AID that empower local families and communities to be healthy, educated and self-reliant.

Enjoy a true Guatemalan adventure during this full-day or half-day trip hiking and kayaking along the shores of Lake Atitlan. Explore the rich indigenous traditions of local villages on hikes to observe farmers tending to their coffee crops. You’ll also paddle the waters of the lake, watching fishermen ply the waters on hand-hewn boats, and spot the exotic array of plant and animal life that calls Lake Atitlan home. If you’re feeling extra adventurous, you can even go for a cliff jump. Your Guatemala adventure covers all activities, a guide and round-trip hotel transport from Panjachel and Santa Cruz.

Indian Nose is located in the northwestern corner of Lake Atitlan, one of Guatemala's top destinations The mountain divides the towns of San Juan La Laguna and Santa Clara La Laguna. it is one of the most epic sunrise viewpoints in Guatemala. The beauty of India's nose walk for those who aren't into it for a long haul is that the walk takes less than 30 minutes It's a short, inexpensive adventure with epic views and a great way to start your day of adventuring in the area.

Whether you’re an admirer of avian or if you just love a walk through lush forests, this walking tour around the trails of Lake Atitlan is a great option for low-impact travel. You’ll either meet your guide in Santiago or receive pickup from Panajachel via boat and begin a hike up the Rey Tepepul Trail. This forested trail features river and wildlife views, as well as opportunities to see locals tending to their farms.

Tread where few tourists ever set foot on this 4-hour hiking tour amidst the stunning scenery and idyllic Mayan villages of the Lower Mayan Trail. Trace the same paths followed by the ancient Kaqchikel Mayans for centuries, passing by coffee and corn fields and the rugged, volcano-laden shoreline of Lake Atitlan. As you go, you’ll also immerse yourself in Mayan village life during stops in the hamlets of Tzununa, Jaibalito and Santa Cruz. This hiking trip also includes round-trip hotel transport from Panjachel.

Equal parts natural wonder and cultural landmark, Lake Chicabal is a top attraction for Quetzaltenango (Xela) area visitors. Hiking with a guide is not only the safest way to visit the crater lake—also a Mam Mayan ceremonial site—but also makes for the easiest transportation logistics straight from your Xela hotel.

Not only do you visit the volcano, you live a unique experience, you are accompanied by accredited local guides who know every trail, history of the place. Experiences include interpretive stops, contact with nature, and unique activities such as cooking pizza and marshmallows overlooking the volcano.

Don't miss the views of the ancestral Mayan trail, which are amazing. It was also used for a long time by the ancient indigenous people of the Kakchiquel ethnic group as a path to reach other towns and is still used as one of the important roads between the villages of Tz' ununa and Jaibalito to Santa Cruz, it was a trade route to sell their local products, currently it is used by tourists for walks and appreciate the beautiful views of Lake Atitlán and its imposing volcanoes Atitlán, Tolimán and San Pedro. On this trail we will have the best views of Lake Atitlán. Learn all the history and walk the ancestral Mayan trail on your own and don't miss this opportunity to live this experience, which is one of the best hikes in Lake Atitlán.

Visit the ancient ruins of Tikal and gain a deeper understanding of Mayan culture and traditions on this day trip from Guatemala City. Take a scenic flight from the nation’ capital and make your way to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed archeological park in the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. Wander the jungle with your expert guide who will provide narration about the site and dine on an included lunch.

Watch the sunrise light up Lake Atitlan and the Volcanic Ring of Fire from one of the highest points at Lake Atitlan: Indian Nose. After pickup from your Panajachel lodging and a 90-minute drive through the highlands, take an easy 30-minute hike to the summit of Indian Nose, followed by a trip to Sacred Hunters Cave. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your hotel as well as all entrance fees and a professional guide.

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.

This tour has unique activities. Topoxte for one is a post classic era where as Yaxha is a Classic. The adventure to arrive at these locations are quite interesting, safely boating on a freshwater lake, a memorable jungle trek and not to mention the historic information and value of these sites. You get to encounter, wildlife, experience a bit of adrenaline rush on your scenic hike and learn a way of historic life events of the ancient Mayas.

Embark on an adventurous day hike up the Toliman Volcano, known for its majestic peaks, lush forests, and an imploded crater. Commencing from the Santiago Atitlán market, the trail leads through maize plantations and into the tropical rainforest, providing a comprehensive and challenging experience. Discover the region's ecosystems and their vital contributions to local subsistence. Note: this tour is recommended for those with a strong fitness level.