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Private Ground Transfer Guatemala City To Panajachel, LakeAtitlan

Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Guatemala City, Guatemala
Great choice
10+ bookings last month.
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Lauri_W ·
Oct 2025
On time, professional, and comfortable. Great service, excellent driver, allowed for any additional stops for rest stops.
· Chelsea_L ·
Jun 2026
Our driver Marlon picked us up from the airport and expertly navigated the traffic on the way to Pana. The van was comfortable, Marlon spoke great English, and he stopped at a restaurant along the way so we could have a delicious lunch. Would definitely book again!

Overview

Travel between Guatemala City or Antigua and Lake Atitlan, in style and comfort with this private transfer. With this one-way service, you'll get door-to-door transportation from your hotel or the airport to wherever you're staying at Panchajel, San Antonio Palopo, or Santa Catarina Palopa in a private vehicle for just you and your party.
  • Private transfer for just you and your party
  • Vehicles for up to six passengers are available
  • Choose from pick-up from Guatemala City or Antigua
  • Drop-off in Panchajel, San Antonio Palopo, or Santa Catarina Palopa

What's Included

  • One-way private transfer
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please send your arrival information or if you already are in a hotel in Guatemala City, send adress or hotel name.

Drop-off point

  • Panajachel, Guatemala

    Hotels and Piers

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  • 07/29/2024 - 07/04/2027

    Monday : 4:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    Tuesday - Saturday : 4:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Sunday : 4:00 AM - 3:30 PM

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
  • Stroller accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)

Featured review

Diana_K
This experience was very easy. Saul was my driver and he was amazing - he was waiting at the airport when I landed. The instructions were clear and I received several WhatsApp messages guiding my process until I finally met Saul. I felt very safe and taken care of -he offered to stop for coffee food and to use the restroom. I was impressed by the level of professionalism service and the great condition of the van

Reviews

4.9
based on 74 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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Great experience

Chelsea_L, Jun 2026
Our driver Marlon picked us up from the airport and expertly navigated the traffic on the way to Pana. The van was comfortable, Marlon spoke great English, and he stopped at a restaurant along the way so we could have a delicious lunch. Would definitely book again!

Bad Experience

Nicole_C, May 2026
I felt unsafe. I regret having to leave this review but felt our driver was traveling way too fast and I was worried the entire trip. It was one of the scariest experiences I have ever had and I experienced car sickness getting constantly jerked around. He also was texting and on the phone. My son was picked up by a different driver the following day and only had a positive experience booking this same trip.

Unreliable and poor customer service

Julia_O, Jan 2026
Our flight was cancelled and we were switched to a later flight and when we informed the company of this change their customer service did not provide any assistance whatsoever. They could not adjust the ride and they could not provide us with a new driver, and then they only offered us a 50% refund. We had to scramble to find a new service the day of our flight. This was extremely unprofessional and I do not recommend for tourists who are looking for peace of mind on a travel day

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Dear Julia, Thank you for your feedback. I'd like to clarify our cancellation policy: cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the travel date to help us efficiently manage schedules and potentially resell to other customers. I also want to reiterate that we do not operate at night for safety reasons. Last-minute changes can impact our services for other customers, and we appreciate your understanding in this matter. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Best regards,

Great experience

TONI_G, Jan 2026
We had a comfortable and efficient trip. Our driver, Andres, drove safely but got us to our destination as quickly as possible. Even though our flight was delayed, the company was responsive and understanding. Would definitely recommend!

This experience was very...

Diana_K, Oct 2025
This experience was very easy. Saul was my driver and he was amazing - he was waiting at the airport when I landed. The instructions were clear and I received several WhatsApp messages guiding my process until I finally met Saul. I felt very safe and taken care of -he offered to stop for coffee food and to use the restroom. I was impressed by the level of professionalism service and the great condition of the van

On time, professional,...

Lauri_W, Oct 2025
On time, professional, and comfortable. Great service, excellent driver, allowed for any additional stops for rest stops.

Our driver was friendly...

Lauren_C, Sep 2025
Our driver was friendly and professional. It was very nice to have a spacious van for a 3 hour ride.

Great ride to Panajachel!...

Roxana_T, Sep 2025
Great ride to Panajachel! Driver arrived on time and were open to changes the day before that helped accommodate our departure.

Ride was great. The...

Sarah_W, Aug 2025
Ride was great. The driver was waiting exactly where he said he'd be. He had a sign with our names also. We had a long drive and he offered a good stop for lunch.

Easy and reliable

BenjaminRamsgaard, Aug 2025
Reliable and trustworthy. Easy pickup at the airport. The driver stopped at a nice place to eat halfway through, and he was very helpful and drove safely. Spoke good English.

Our transfer from the...

Shannon_C, Aug 2025
Our transfer from the airport to Lake Atitlán was smooth and stress-free. The driver even stopped so we could grab lunch along the way, which we really appreciated. Highly recommend this service for anyone making the journey.

Great private shuttle

Maggie_M, May 2025
Our driver Osman was great. Knew the area we were going to very well & was able to provide us useful insight. Would absolutely book with him again!

Great driver, highly recommend

Ethel_G, Apr 2025
Osman waited for us by the I love Guate sign, he was so friendly and polite, and spoke fluent English. He drove us safely to Lake Atitlan despite the high traffic going out of Guatemala city. Highly recommend this service.

Great shuttle service

Rick_R, Mar 2025
Fabulous service and prompt. It was a bad day for traffic in Guatemala City but our driver navigated through mess well. He got us to Panajachel ahead of schedule.

Prompt efficient and easy.

Heather_B, Feb 2025
Prompt efficient and very easy. Our driver arrived at our hotel on time. Easy communication with viator to confirm. Great service. Highly recommend.

Long but exciting drive

Steven_G, Dec 2024
Friendly driver, very knowledgeable about our trip, route and safety. Simple set up with a meeting spot and a drop off. I highly recommend a private shuttle, book with confidence.

Lovely driver, great experience

Lauren_O, Oct 2024
Marlon was great. Very friendly and knowledgeable. He took us to a great restaurant for breakfast and encouraged us to practice our Spanish with him. I would definitely recommend this company.

Smooth transportation experience

Mary_L, Sep 2024
The transportation experience was very smooth - easy to find the driver at the airport and felt safe and comfortable the whole way.

Very good ride to Panajachel

Natalie_B, Aug 2024
Marlon took us to a restaurant and we had a very memorable time. It was my birthday. My friends enjoyed the ride and we stopped when was necessary. Would do it again!

Great experience

Chloe_S, Jun 2024
Osman was lovely to talk with and practice my Spanish, he took me to an authentic Guatemalan restaurant and taught me about the culture. It felt like a tour! Such a nice experience, thank you :)

Professional Driver, Highly Recommended

Mike_T, Jun 2024
Fantastic experience with our driver, Marlon. Vehicle was clean and air-conditioned. Stopped at clean bathrooms and a great place for lunch on the way to Lake Atitlan. Was very knowledgeable and provided great insights on Guatemalan tourism. Definitely use these guys again if ever in Guatemala. Highly recommended.

Professional Service, Good English, Ability to Stop, Air Conditioned

Jenna_J, May 2024
Our driver was tracking our flight and at the airport waiting for us upon arrival. We were picked up in a nice, clean van with air conditioning by a driver who spoke very good English. Our driver provided much information about Guatemala and answered any questions that we had. Despite heavy traffic that was out of his control, he safety got us to Lake Atitlan, offered to stop wherever and whenever we wanted, and took us to a unique local spot for lunch.

Highly recommend the service and driver

Benjamin_R, Apr 2024
Very dependable. Driver was on-time and waiting for us at the airport. Extremely friendly and shared a lot of knowledge about Guatemala. A/C was nice in the van. I would recommend to anybody considering using this service.

Marlon was amazing! Highly recommended.

amandagschmitz, Feb 2024
Marlon was delightful! Very friendly and kind. We were hungry so he stopped at a local restaurant outside the city and we all had breakfast together. He also stopped at a viewpoint so we could take photos. Highly recommended!

Amazing, friendly and made a new friend for life

Chris_Y, Feb 2024
Amazing and friendly driver. He made sure you were well take care of and enjoyed a few stops along the way to see vista points. Highly recommend!!!

Fantastic experience

Elisabeth_O, Feb 2024
Had a fantastic ride and experience with Marlon. He found us at the airport, gave us a great short history of Guatemala. We stopped and a lovely breakfast spot and he dropped us right at our Airbnb.

Shuttle Service

Jennarose_R, Jan 2024
Great communication and flexibility! The car was clean and comfortable, and the driver was safe and friendly. Would absolutely book again!

Highly-recommend!!!

MariaJael_N, Dec 2023
Marlon drove us from the Guatemala City airport to our hotel in Lake Atitlan. We’re giving Marlon five stars for the safe driving, the history lessons, the restaurant recommendations and keeping us entertained the whole trip! He’s the best!

Great service!

Charlotte_H, Nov 2023
Great service! Driver offered to stop along the way for anything we needed- including to take photos at beautiful lookouts. Fantastic!

Good & professional service

Odalia_T, Oct 2023
Unfortunately, we ended up coming to Guatemala when the protests & road blocks are underway , but Viator was great in modifying our reservation to accommodate the limitations of our planned trip. They were very helpful in letting us know about the current situation and keeping us abreast of all matters. Our driver at the airport, Marco, was very friendly and quick to help. Our representative at Viator, Byron was also very good at keeping us notified of any changes in the country. I highly recommend the service.

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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On average, this is booked 40 days in advance.

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