All Puerto Quetzal Tours & Excursions in 2026

Make the most of your time on dry land with a private tour of Antigua. Your excursion to the UNESCO-listed city includes a guided tour of the central plaza, along with a visits to a jade factory and the Santo Domingo Monastery. Beginning and ending at the Puerto Quetzal cruise terminal, comfortable round-trip transportation ensures that you return to your ship in time for departure.

The Best of Antigua Guatemala for Cruise Passengers Discover the essence of Antigua Guatemala on an excursion designed for cruise ship passengers. Stroll through its colorful cobblestone streets and admire the colonial architecture that has earned this city a UNESCO World Heritage Site designation. Visit the historic Santo Domingo Convent, the iconic Santa Catalina Arch, and the majestic La Merced Church, a jewel of Antigua's Baroque style. Conclude the tour in the surroundings of Antigua Guatemala's Central Park, soaking up its atmosphere, history, and culture. An unforgettable experience to discover the best of Antigua in just a few hours.Lo Mejor de Antigua Guatemala para Cruceristas

Experience an unforgettable hiking adventure on the slopes of **Pacaya Volcano**, one of Guatemala’s most active and accessible volcanoes. Your journey begins through lush pine forests and volcanic landscapes, where the air is fresh and the scenery constantly evolving. As you ascend, the terrain transforms into dramatic black lava fields, still warm beneath your feet, offering a rare glimpse into the Earth’s raw power. Along the way, local guides share fascinating insights about volcanic activity, history, and the surrounding ecosystems. Reaching the higher viewpoints, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of neighboring volcanoes and distant valleys. If conditions allow, you may even witness glowing lava flows up close—an awe-inspiring and humbling experience. Perfect for adventurers and nature lovers alike, this hike blends excitement, education, and natural beauty into a once-in-a-lifetime journey you will never forget.

Make the most of your day ashore with an unforgettable visit to Antigua Guatemala, one of the most beautiful colonial cities in the Americas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As experienced cruise excursion specialists and proud members of the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), we understand the importance of safety, reliability, and punctuality. Our professionally organized excursions are designed around your ship's schedule, giving you complete peace of mind. We guarantee a timely return to port, allowing you to relax and enjoy every moment of your adventure. Unlike large bus tours, our small-group experiences provide a more personalized and comfortable journey. Spend less time waiting and more time exploring the colorful streets, magnificent churches, hidden courtyards, local markets, and fascinating history of Antigua Guatemala. Surrounded by majestic volcanoes, Antigua is a living museum where colonial architecture, centuries of history, vibrant local traditions.

The attraction is to be in one of the most beautiful lakes around the world, having the experience to interact with the Mayan people, to be in the middle of coffee fields to admire 7 volcanoes on the road. Look how to change vegetation depending on altitude, sugar fields, the awesome lookout points, makes the best experience to be in Guatemala recommended for everyone that likes countryside, nature, culture and outdoor activities.

Take a break from the noisy crowds on your cruise ship and set off on a leisurely bird watching excursion. After pickup from Puerto Quetzal, enjoy a 1-hour drive through the Guatemalan countryside to El Paredon. Hop on a boat and float through the impressive mangroves. With the help of your guide, spot a variety of endemic and migratory birds. After the tour, receive an emailed checklist for your sightings.

This is the only place in the world where you can ride a horse on an active volcano and the lava beds. Also, sip wine as your chef cooks you Mayan cuisine on the lava itself. View of Active Pacaya Volcano above you. This experience is truly private and a luxury tour. The surreal backdrop as you traverse them on horseback, creating a once in a lifetime adventure. We are also the Horse Rescue of Guatemala and manage 125 working tour horses for medical, food and shelter. One working Tour horse supports a family of 7-10 people. All the profits of this experience benefit the 125 horses and the 250 families of Pacaya Volcano.

Something different to do around the port without going to far or having short time in Guatemala. The TOUR BUS SAN JOSE TOWN AND COUNTRYSIDE has a great panoramic views about the agro industry, Sugar cane, lufas, Papaya, Cashews, Bananas and cattle farms Is attractive and good experience to explore how the people lives. After we go to San Jose Town market and main street. And we finish driving to the beach Nautilus where the black sand makes some special enviromment will have some minutes to drink a soda or beer, walking in black sand or drive an ATV on the beach.

When your cruise ship sails into Puerto Quezal, maximize your time with a full-day shore excursion to Antigua. Alongside by your guide, you’ll absorb the colonial charm of Antigua City while listening to history-rich commentary. Marvel at landmarks like Santo Domingo Convent and the Church of La Merced and then browse stalls brimming with colorful souvenirs. Visit a rural coffee plantation to observe traditional production processes and sample aromatic cups of coffee with a local farmer.

A Very interactive experience you will make your own truffa and chocolate, learn how the mayan civilization discover the chocolate and process the cacao beans to create a hot chocolate. Is a nice opportunity to do something original in yor time in Guatemala. Also after the workshop will have the induction to a process the coffee since the plant, Wet mil, dry mill, roasting and degustation of a cup of real and 100% pure coffee. Before to come back to cruise terminal we will pass for a sightseeing in the colonial city Antigua Guatemala. Note: All schedules are acommodate to ship arrival. coudl be am, pm. or any time.

We are dedicated to enriching your adventures and experiences. We differentiate ourselves by offering an organized, safe and friendly experience from start to finish. The hike is accessible to most travelers and offers incredible views.

Explore one of Guatemala’s most exciting adventures with an unforgettable shore excursion by ATV to the impressive Pacaya Volcano. From the moment you begin the ride, you’ll feel the adrenaline as you drive through rural roads, volcanic trails, and breathtaking landscapes surrounded by vibrant nature. This experience combines adventure, culture, and spectacular views, allowing you to get close to one of Central America’s most active volcanoes. Along the way, you’ll enjoy strategic stops to admire solidified lava flows, unique panoramas, and the majesty of the surroundings. Ideal for cruise travelers seeking something different, this excursion offers safety, expert guides, and an authentic connection with Guatemala’s volcanic land. A truly out-of-the-ordinary experience that will make your visit unforgettable.

Discover one of Guatemala's hidden natural treasures while supporting a sustainable tourism initiative that benefits the communities of Sipacate and El Paredón. Travel from Puerto Quetzal to Sipacate, where local guides welcome you for a peaceful boat ride through the mangrove forests. Learn how this unique ecosystem protects the coastline, supports fisheries, stores carbon, and provides habitat for birds and other wildlife. Visit a community sea turtle conservation center and discover local efforts to protect endangered marine turtles. Continue to the Guardians of the Mangrove School, where students share their environmental education projects on mangroves, sea turtles, coastal birds, and conservation. Join interactive activities such as environmental games, mural painting, or reading with local children. Explore the school's educational garden.

Hike to the top of the active Pacaya Volcano in Guatemala on this private shore excursion from Puerto Quetzal. Hike up the solidified lava with your private guide approaching lava cones and the smoking cone along the way. At the top, enjoy unparalleled views of other nearby volcanoes, Lake Amatitlan, and the city.

Just one hour and 15 minutes driving from Cruise terminal, we have the amazing San Cayetano Farm. Very popular for the landscape and sourranded with volcanoes. Fire, Acatenango and Water volcano will be the hallmark for this amazing day. The place is for relax, drink something and be involved in a natural landscape. Ideal for families with kids or people with moving limitations. Flat areas, ramps, prepared bathrooms, not steps. Wheelchair and stroller accesible. If you need special vehicule with ramp please required in advance.

Make the most of your port visit at Puerto Quetzal by booking this private tour to Iximche, where you learn all about this important Mayan city with the personal attention of your private guide. You don’t need to stick with a tour group. Instead, you and your guide wander through the area, learning about the pyramids, ceremonial altars, and Mayan culture from your guide, and then fuel up with an included lunch.

Discover Antigua’s vibrant history, iconic landmarks like Santa Catalina Arch, panoramic views from Cerro de la Cruz, a beautiful museum at Casa Santo Domingo and enjoy a delicious lunch at Saul.

Is the only shore excursion where you can taste our wine production and Rum. we are a great sugar producer is our number one industry and produce great rums, one of the best in the world. About our vineyards and wine production is not so big but we have wines with special reserve, exclusive and edition limited. Visit a great mayan Town Santa María de Jesus and a little walking in the colonial city of Antigua. You will have the best experience in your visit to Guatemala.

Shore excursion from cruise terminal Quetzal Port. Driving to Antigua Guatemala through the wonderful countryside, amazing views to the volcanos fire. water and Acatenango, arriving to Antigua the first point is the lookout point Cerro de la Cruz breathtaking view to the city with the water volcano behind. After you will have a walking with local guide discovering, facts, legends and visiting old buildings very well preserve like the Old University, The Cathedral ruins or the wonderful Hotel museum "Casa Santo Domingo". This is a Private tour exclusive for people that doesn't like to travel in large groups an we garanteed your departure and return on time. Scheludes are acommodate to departure and arrival of the ship

Great experience to do something different from normal tours offer. "the city of Antigua by ATV". Our staff will be in the meeting point in the cruise terminal waiting for you and take you to Antigua by car. Nice places for watching and the volcanoes that sourround the Antigua Valley. After you will drive to San Juan del Obispo and participate in the process of artisanal chocolate, how they makes fruit wines. Next take the ATV and drive to Antigua sightseeing the most important monuments San Francisco, Main Square, The Santa Catalina Arch and Finishing in La Merced. Having a great lunch. Also we will talk about, history, culture, gastronomy. Great Natural enviroment three volcanoes sourranding the city Agua, Fuego and Acatenango and beitiful spanish colonial architecture. Excelent excursion for a gruop of friends or families. Note: All schedules are acommodate to ship arrival. coudl be am, pm. or any time.

This option is carefull selected for people that want to travel alone with the partner or family. Strictly private. You will be provided with a confortable car or special car for people with limitations to walk or wheelchairs, kids with strollers or infants that requires child seats. Our company is certified in inclusive Tourism and we are very well trained in doing this specific shore excursions. Note: All schedules are acommodate to ship arrival. coudl be am, pm. or any time.

From the port Quetzal to Los Tarrales Nature Reserve are two hours to drive. Experience one of most recommended hotspots for bird watching in Guatemala. A birdwatchers haven, where you will increase your bird checklist. Come and join us to explore the diverse tropical wildlife in forests and plantations in the large reserve.

Discover the nuances of coffee production in one of the world's biggest coffee exporters during this private shore excursion from Puerto Quetzal in Guatemala. Visit a coffee plantation with over a hundred years of tradition and learn about the entire process—from bean to cup—on a guided tour. At the end of your tour, visit the cupping lab to sample various coffees from the plantation and enjoy a delicious lunch.