Kimkim Trip Reviews for Guatemala

4.8
Based on 135 ratings
Read 135 verified reviews by travelers who booked their trip to Guatemala on kimkim. You can also read reviews about kimkim on 3rd party sites including Google, TrustPilot and Yelp.

Kudos! To all the team members of Columbus Gu...
Guatemala | Sep 21 - Sep 27, 2024

Katrina
Katrina C.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2024
Kudos! To all the team members of Columbus Guatemala travel! They are always there from the beginning of our journey til the end it was perfect! I will recommend this travel agency to al travellers they are very reliable, and trustful. All the team effort they did makes you feel comfortable in every way of the journey. They will create our journey memorable! I would like to thank all the team members from the drivers, tour guides and especially the group of the Columbus Guatemala... Read more

Kudos! To all the team members of Columbus Guatemala travel! They are always there from the beginning of our journey til the end it was perfect! I will recommend this travel agency to al travellers they are very reliable, and trustful. All the team effort they did makes you feel comfortable in every way of the journey. They will create our journey memorable! I would like to thank all the team members from the drivers, tour guides and especially the group of the Columbus Guatemala travel. I really wanted to give you all 10 stars!!! Till we meet again , Muchos Gracia’s!!!

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Naif Boutique Hotel
Antigua
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Utzjay Hotel
Panajachel
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El Recreo
Lanquin
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Maya Internacional
Flores
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Thank you
Thank you
Guatemala
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Pacaya Volcano visit
Pacaya Volcano visit
Guatemala
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Semuc Champey
Semuc Champey
Guatemala
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Villages Around Lake Atitlán by Boat
Villages Around Lake Atitlán by Boat
Guatemala
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Tikal Maya Ruin
Tikal Maya Ruin
Guatemala
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Transfer from San Ignacio to Tikal National Park
Transfer from San Ignacio to Tikal National Park
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Welcome to Guatemala
Welcome to Guatemala
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Local specialist: Catherina Tittaferrante

Memorable trip
Guatemala | Aug 28 - Sep 6, 2024

Abdul
Abdul A.
Kuwait | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2024
The trip was very well organized on short notice. I enjoyed the nature and the culture part of the trip. I would highly recommend it to those who would like a little adventure or relax and enjoy nature and old towns, like Antigua. Read more

The trip was very well organized on short notice. I enjoyed the nature and the culture part of the trip. I would highly recommend it to those who would like a little adventure or relax and enjoy nature and old towns, like Antigua.

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Good hotel Guatemala City
Guatemala
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Villa Caribe
Livingston
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Hotel Casa Amelia
flores

I was looking for a luxury or a boutique hotel. This was neither. The staff were very professional and the location was very good. I appreciate everybody’s support whenever I asked for something.

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Hotel Isla Verde
Santa Cruz la Laguna
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Casa Encantada
Antiigua
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Local specialist: Eduardo Celada

I have so many good things to say about this ...
Guatemala | Aug 26 - Sep 4, 2024

Jeffrey
Jeffrey K.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 06, 2024
I have so many good things to say about this trip. Eduardo was great at planning with us and very communicative with us during the trip. We even had a problem when my girlfriend accidentally left her phone in one of the transport vans and arranged to have it se t on the next plane to get it back to us at our next location. Josias was an amazing guide on both the day at Atitlán and on the Acatenango hike. He was great at both telling us stories of the culture and the area but also making... Read more

I have so many good things to say about this trip. Eduardo was great at planning with us and very communicative with us during the trip. We even had a problem when my girlfriend accidentally left her phone in one of the transport vans and arranged to have it se t on the next plane to get it back to us at our next location.

Josias was an amazing guide on both the day at Atitlán and on the Acatenango hike. He was great at both telling us stories of the culture and the area but also making it fun and lighthearted along the way. We can’t recommend him enough. In addition to a great guide the views of the Acatenango hike were once in a lifetime type experiences.

Kevin was a great local guide through all the villages around Atitlán and explaining the languages and the Mayan calendar. He took us to the Maximón house and gave us great insight into the local culture.

For our time in Tikal and Yaxhá Oliverio (Ollie) was so knowledgeable and added so much to the tours of all the ruins.

Fernando and Luis were great drivers and helped so much at the border crossing from Guatemala and Belize making it much easier than it might have been.

We loved the ATM caves and José was really great teaching us all the history of the Mayan use of the caves as well as all the geologic history of the caves, as well as all the flora and fauna on the hike.

In Cate Caulker Ragga Sailong Adventures guided by our captain Keanu and Penny were awesome showing us the best spots and getting to swim along manatees, sharks, rays, fish and all the fish on the reef was so amazing. They also had great food and drinks including some amazing ceviche.

Overall we loved the trip so much and everyone we came across were truly wonderful and I felt so lucky to be able to see their world through their eyes a bit. The hotels, food, ruins, volcano hike, snorkeling and all the activities were second to none.

Hotel Reviews
Island Magic Beach Resort Ltd
Caye Caulker

Great hotel with a wonderful swim up bar, great drinks and a nice ocean view.

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Falling Leaves Lodge
San Ignacio

Great hotel with great food. Paula was really welcoming and so kind to us.

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Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten

Such a cool environment with all the animals around you feel truly in the middle of the jungle.

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Hotel Posada del Angel
Antigua Guatemala

Such a unique hotel with so much character. Staff were so attentive and caring.

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Hotel Barcelo
Guatemala City

Great breakfast and convenient right next to the airport

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Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Replied on Sep 09, 2024

Hi Jeff,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and Cassidy enjoyed your time with us. Your feedback truly means a lot and motivates us to continue showcasing the beauty and uniqueness of Guatemala and Belize.

It was a pleasure having you explore the region with us, and we’re excited to keep sharing our passion for these amazing destinations with others. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you both back for more adventures in the future!

Safe travels and best wishes,

Amazing trip in Guatemala!!
Guatemala | Aug 10 - Aug 17, 2024

Julien
Julien C.
Oak Brook, IL | Reviewed on Aug 18, 2024

Amazing trip in Guatemala. Alex was excellent at organizing the trip and making sure we would feel safe and taken care of during the entire trip. Rudy was our local guide - very knowledgeable and helpful, always smiling and supportive. It was an outstanding trip in a beautiful country. Swimming in Lake Attitlan was one of the best and fulfilling experiences...

Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Aug 19, 2024

Thank you for your amazing words pictures and feedback, Thank you so much for giving me the chance to create your family visit to Guatemala, Rudy, Diana, and every member of the team are very thankful for your openness to our true colors, history, and culture.

I hope you share the good memories and the culture of Guatemala with your friends and family at home. Once again thank you for letting me be a part of your travel memories with your beautiful Family.

Best from the colonial city,
Alex

A Spectacular Guatemalan Family Adventure
Guatemala | Jul 25 - Aug 3, 2024

Shaylin
Shaylin C.
Brookfield, IL | Reviewed on Aug 03, 2024
Alex was absolutely wonderful from start to finish and our experience in Guatemala was amazing!! I would highly recommend having him and KimKim prepare your next trip! Originally, I was looking for help in planning a trip for my husband and myself. Not knowing too much about Guatamala, I wanted some local advice about what we should see, do, eat, and experience while staying safe. Quickly into the planning my mother-in-law wanted to join and soon after so did my sister-in-law, turning our... Read more

Alex was absolutely wonderful from start to finish and our experience in Guatemala was amazing!! I would highly recommend having him and KimKim prepare your next trip! Originally, I was looking for help in planning a trip for my husband and myself. Not knowing too much about Guatamala, I wanted some local advice about what we should see, do, eat, and experience while staying safe. Quickly into the planning my mother-in-law wanted to join and soon after so did my sister-in-law, turning our adventure into a family holiday haha Alex was incredibly patient and accommodating the entire time. He helped to adapt plans and ensure we all had lots of activities we could enjoy together. Also, when we brought up different ideas he helped to coordinate diverse activities that ended around the same time so everyone could experience what they wanted to see/do without feeling like we missed out on anything which was wonderful.

Joel, our day-to-day guide was also fantastic!! He helped us with translations, cultural nuances, and was an absolut blast to be around. We laughed constantly and his presence make everyone smile. While on our hikes he was knowledgeable and patient as well.

Overall our experience in Guatemala was even better than we expected! The people were so friendly, the food was fantastic, the culture is rich and unique, and thanks to Alex, Joel, and everyone that helped us along the way we had a super easy and safe time traveling around the country.

11/10 - We would all go back in a heartbeat!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Meson de Maria
Antigua Guatemala

Adorable boutique hotel with a good breakfast and lovely community spaces to relax together during the day. The location is perfect for easy access all around Antigua.

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Hotel Barcelo
Guatemala City

Easy hotel to access the airport. Comfortable beds, great restaurants, and lovely live music all made the hotel feel very comfortable! However, there was loud music playing until midnight when we were there which made it quite hard to sleep and with a really early flight that was a struggle. I would recommend asking for a quiet room away from the center of the hotel if you are looking for a bit more rest.

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Hotel Atitlán
Panajachel

A super beautiful hotel with a view that is jaw dropping. The infinity hot tub was a wonderful treat and the chapin breakfast was very good. There were a lot of families with young kids staying in the hotel while we were there so the pool and gardens were quite loud and full of children running around, which is something to note if you're a couple or just adults, but could be a positive if you have children yourself.

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Las Lagunas hotel
Flores

Our favorite hotel of the trip! This luxury space makes you feel like you're in a secret getaway. The staff was so kind and friendly, the rooms we huge with private hot tubs, and everywhere on property there were amazing views of the lake and jungle!! The bed was super comfortable as well and the shower was perfect after a day in the kayaks or out exploring Tikal. The food was all delicious as well (breakfast, lunch, & dinner!), if you like cinnamon rolls I would suggest their french toast for breakfast. Highly highly recommend!!

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Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Aug 06, 2024
Hola Shaylin, you guys are amazing. Thank you for taking the time to provide honest feedback. I'm so happy you all have fun and now have good memories to share with your friends and family at home. I will check on the hotel areas to ensure better rest for future travelers. I'm sorry you had to deal with that situation. Joel had a fantastic time and shared only good things about you. I'm very thankful for you giving me the chance to visit this lovely place I get to call home. You made my... Read more

Hola Shaylin, you guys are amazing. Thank you for taking the time to provide honest feedback. I'm so happy you all have fun and now have good memories to share with your friends and family at home.

I will check on the hotel areas to ensure better rest for future travelers. I'm sorry you had to deal with that situation.

Joel had a fantastic time and shared only good things about you. I'm very thankful for you giving me the chance to visit this lovely place I get to call home. You made my job easier by being sincere and direct with your preferences.

Once again thank you and I hope you guys had a nice return back home.

Best from lovely Antigua,
Alex

Awesome Tour of Antigua & El Paredón
Guatemala | Jul 20 - Jul 27, 2024

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Arlene S.
New Rochelle, NY | Reviewed on Jul 30, 2024
Esteban our tour guide for the week was not only professional, engaging, and knowledgeable, but also very attentive to all our needs. Our group included 4 middle aged adults, a young adult and an older teenager, with various activity levels. Esteban accommodated all our individual needs/interests with ease, so that we all had a marvelous time.
We also went on several different tours, such as the walking tour of Antigua with Street Food, Altamira, chicken bus tour of the surrounding...
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Esteban our tour guide for the week was not only professional, engaging, and knowledgeable, but also very attentive to all our needs. Our group included 4 middle aged adults, a young adult and an older teenager, with various activity levels. Esteban accommodated all our individual needs/interests with ease, so that we all had a marvelous time.
We also went on several different tours, such as the walking tour of Antigua with Street Food, Altamira, chicken bus tour of the surrounding villages, Pacaya volcano, and a trip to El Paredón on the Pacific coast. Would definitely go back to Guatemala as there’s so much more to see & experience!

Local specialist: Catherina Tittaferrante
Catherina
Catherina Tittaferrante
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Aug 21, 2024
My beautiful Arlene, We are ery honored and grateful to have met you, we truly believe in making life's moments extraordinary and our goal has always been to exceed travel expectations, so we feel very happy to know that we were able to commit our mission by sharing and inspiring the love we feel for Guatemala our hometown as well for the rest of the destinations we operate. This is exactly what we all want in our team like Esteban, for all our travel friends to discover the true... Read more

My beautiful Arlene,

We are ery honored and grateful to have met you, we truly believe in making life's moments extraordinary and our goal has always been to exceed travel expectations, so we feel very happy to know that we were able to commit our mission by sharing and inspiring the love we feel for Guatemala our hometown as well for the rest of the destinations we operate.

This is exactly what we all want in our team like Esteban, for all our travel friends to discover the true cultural wonders and beauty that sorrounds us, going outdoor to discover ourselves inside, becoming a huge community.

Friends like you who find purpose for traveling while also volunteering is gold to us! Generating such a positive impact. Thank you for what you do, we value you for who you are and what you do.

Amazing Guatamala
Guatemala | Jul 5 - Jul 20, 2024

Anne
Anne M.
the Netherlands | Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024
The trip was exceptionally well-organized, with Chris and the team always available to answer any questions or to make suggestions. The roundtrip itinerary was thoughtfully planned, making perfect sense for exploring the best of Guatemala. Our guide for the first part, Diana, was incredibly motivated to accommodate her guests. She has extensive knowledge of the culture and a deep love for her country. We enjoyed a very active and sporty vacation, just as we had wished for. Read more

The trip was exceptionally well-organized, with Chris and the team always available to answer any questions or to make suggestions. The roundtrip itinerary was thoughtfully planned, making perfect sense for exploring the best of Guatemala. Our guide for the first part, Diana, was incredibly motivated to accommodate her guests. She has extensive knowledge of the culture and a deep love for her country. We enjoyed a very active and sporty vacation, just as we had wished for.

Hotel Reviews
Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten

restaurant staff not very welcoming and a bit impolite; you always have to pay every single bill and no possibility to have one check-out bill. Even different billing between bar and restaurant. Therefore incurring creditcard costs for every single transaction. Water needed to paid for. No water offered at breakfast.

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Ramon's Village Resort
San Pedro
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divecenter at the hotel
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overall friendly staff but sometimes a bit too pushy
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food is not the best food on San Pedro; rooms were very clean !
Hotel Isla Verde
Santa Cruz la Laguna
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no warm water for showers; bathroom not very clean and with spiders; running water which made the bathroom constantly wet area
Acatenango Campsite

Best location on the campsite!

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Hotel Panchoy
Antigua
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Activity Reviews
Kayaking & Hiking Lake Atitlán
Kayaking & Hiking Lake Atitlán
Guatemala

The hike had to be cancelled because of a miscommunication with Mundo hotel. Also the hike would have been at noon which is the hottest period of the day. So not very convenient timing. The kayak was great fun!!

Hike Acatenango Volcano & Camp Overnight
Hike Acatenango Volcano & Camp Overnight
Guatemala
Valley Ride - Bicycle Tour of Antigua's Villages, Farms, and Ruins
Valley Ride - Bicycle Tour of Antigua's Villages, Farms, and Ruins
Antigua

Biking very dangerous because of traffic. we were expecting a ride in nature but this was more of a road ride. So would rather do this tour by quad for example because the biking itself is not pleasant. The tour was great! Chocolate factory, Macademia nuts etc!

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Explore Tikal National Park
Explore Tikal National Park
San Ignacio
Boat Tour of Lake Atitlán Villages
Boat Tour of Lake Atitlán Villages
Guatemala
Sunrise on Acatenango & Descent
Sunrise on Acatenango & Descent
Guatemala
Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Guatemala
Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Class
Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Class
Antigua
Local specialist: Chris Gwinner
Chris
Chris Gwinner
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Replied on Jul 30, 2024

It was our pleasure Anne and thank you again for visiting Guatemala! It was great to meet you and your kids during your time here in Antigua. Diana had a great time during the rest of the trip with your family and really appreciated your great energy. Spread the word about Guatemala with your friends and family, the more people know the better!

KimKim Team was Fabulous!!
Guatemala | Jun 23 - Jul 3, 2024

Rahul
Rahul M.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2024
Our guide Esteban was absolutely amazing. He was with us in Antigua and Lake Atitlan, and was great with the kids and with the grandparents. The whole KimKim team was very accommodating. They were attentive to our initial requests and put together the perfect itinerary that wasn't too overwhelming and allowed for some flexibility. We were a relatively difficult group, as initially we had a party of 5, then a couple of weeks before the trip we added 2 more people. The team repsonded... Read more

Our guide Esteban was absolutely amazing. He was with us in Antigua and Lake Atitlan, and was great with the kids and with the grandparents. The whole KimKim team was very accommodating. They were attentive to our initial requests and put together the perfect itinerary that wasn't too overwhelming and allowed for some flexibility. We were a relatively difficult group, as initially we had a party of 5, then a couple of weeks before the trip we added 2 more people. The team repsonded quickly, found bigger accommodations for us where necessary, and upgraded the vehicles used to transport us everywhere. Even during the trip, we encountered an issue with one of our accommodations in Lake Atitlan, and the team mobilized quickly to rectify all issues we had identified. I got sick on one of our days in Antigua, and Esteban and the KimKim team accommodated a last minute change to our itinerary for the day, providing us with alternate options for experiences, and also being kind enough to fetch me some electrolyte drinks to keep me hydrated thru my sickness. They even offered to connect us with a local doctor.
Esteban gave plenty of recommendations for places to eat and visit during our spare time, continuing to send us recommendations via WhatsApp even after we had parted ways. KimKim was the ideal tour company for us in Guatemala, and we would absolutely recommend them again.

Hotel Reviews
Chalet Jucanya
Panajachel

The house itself is a bit old, not very modern. Very spacious with 3 bedrooms, comfortably slept our party of 7. Nice big common area living room, dining room, and large porch with dining area. Beautiful view of the garden/grounds and Lake Atitlan. We had a few issues--no covers for trash cans in restrooms (no toilet paper can be flushed, so these are critical to ensure house doesn't smell), no napkins/paper towels, no kitchen towels, not enough bath towels, not enough shampoo/soap, no hangers in the hanging closets. All issues were ultimately rectified when we brought them up to our travel company.

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Walking distance from a great coffee shop, and immediately in front of Lake Atitlan. Made for great morning walks.
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Casita Del Rosario
Antigua Guatemala

Beautiful property, ideal for our group of 7. Beautiful courtyard and rooftop deck, bedrooms all well-appointed with TV's and fans, and a modern kitchen. Loft space in the front room is a bit noisy with all the traffic out on the street, but the 3 bedrooms are tucked away in the back of the house and are extremely quiet. Ideally located, right near the middle of town, easily walkable to any destination in Antigua.

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Very close to center of town, walkable anywhere in Antigua.
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Esmeralda House
Flores, Petén.

No screens in living area, so you need to wear mosquito repellent. A/C only in the bedrooms, so common areas are extremely hot and humid. Kitchen was not very well appointed--not enough bowls, cooking utensils, etc.

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Local specialist: Catherina Tittaferrante
Catherina
Catherina Tittaferrante
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Jul 27, 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that Esteban was your local friend.

Our team is dedicated to ensuring that every detail of your trip is perfect, and it's heartening to know that we met the expectations.

We appreciate your kind words about our responsiveness and flexibility, everything we do and promote is based on our vision.

Your comprehensive well-being is our mission as a real friend so please keep us always in your hearts and minds so we can keep sharing on a next destination. It could be Belize, Argentina, Colombia.

Guatemala-highly recommend!
Guatemala | Jul 5 - Jul 11, 2024

Rebecca
Rebecca M.
Memphis, TN | Reviewed on Jul 15, 2024
This was a seamless and wonderful trip! It was easy to plan and communicate through KimKim. Catherina and all of Columbus Guatemala Travel was prompt at getting back to me and answered all my questions and were flexible with our interests. Our tour guide throughout the week as JJ. He was amazing! My Spanish is intermediate so I appreciated being able to practice speaking Spanish, but it was very comforting to have a bilingual local as our guide. My daughter and I were hesitant to travel... Read more

This was a seamless and wonderful trip! It was easy to plan and communicate through KimKim. Catherina and all of Columbus Guatemala Travel was prompt at getting back to me and answered all my questions and were flexible with our interests. Our tour guide throughout the week as JJ. He was amazing! My Spanish is intermediate so I appreciated being able to practice speaking Spanish, but it was very comforting to have a bilingual local as our guide. My daughter and I were hesitant to travel alone, but having an excellent guide eased any anxiety we might have had. Even when we explored on our own, JJ gave us advice on where to go and checked in on us from time to time. We learned so much about the culture and history from talking with JJ, that we never would have learned on our own. He even helped teach me Spanish slang/phrases that were specific to Guatemala. Columbus Guatemala Travel even welcomed us with a small party so we could meet in person the people who had helped plan our trip!

All our locations we visited were wonderful as well as the hotels. Some highlights: Antigua is a beautiful and amazing city and we loved exploring it and the surrounding towns. We went out at night on our own and I went on a solo run through the city early one morning and never felt unsafe. I normally hate to shop, but I bought souvenirs from all the shops/artisans we visited because there were amazing items I wouldn't be able to find in the States, I wanted to support the local people, and everything was very affordable.

Lake Atitlan and the surrounding towns were amazing as well! Casa del Mundo was the absolute best and most unique hotel I'll probably ever see. It was an entire experience and I could see myself bringing the rest of my family just to see the lake and stay at Casa del Mundo again. Our hike to see the sunrise was the most beautiful view I've ever seen and was totally worth the struggle with the high altitude!

The locals were very friendly and would start conversations often! Knowing some Spanish was definitely helpful, but if you have a bilingual guide and use a translating app while alone, only speaking English would not be a huge problem. Seeing how people live off the land in a developing country is very worthwhile. I could go on and on about this trip, but I will end saying I'm grateful for JJ and the entire travel company. I'm a public school teacher and I have to save up for awhile before leaving the country, and I can definitely say this trip was worth every penny!

Hotel Reviews
Dos Mundos Monterrico
Monterrico

The grounds and buildings were beautiful. The pools were relaxing and clean. The food and service was excellent. The individual cabins were charming and relaxing. For spoiled Americans like myself, it's good to know that there is AC but not hot water. HOWEVER, I'm not complaining, because after learning about the area I understood that running water is hard to come by anyway, and it was very refreshing to take a cold shower because Monterrico is the warmest of all the places we visited. The beach has beautiful black sand, but was a little dirty. I'm not blaming this on the hotel but on people who litter. And it might have been dirtier because storms came through a few days before we did. It was very relaxing to lay by the pool or eat a wonderful meal and listen to the waves. We also booked relaxing massages and an early morning Mangrove tour, both of which were excellent.

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It was a perfect location for relaxing, but not if you wanted to explore the area on foot.
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Hotel San Jorge
Antigua

This was a small, beautiful hotel that has a peaceful courtyard, excellent breakfast, nice views of the mountains from the balcony, and a perfect location for exploring Antigua. The staff was helpful and friendly and we felt safe enough to sleep with our window open. I appreciated all the filtered water throughout the hotel so I didn't have to buy plastic water bottles, and the availability of coffee throughout the day. Beautiful experience!

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The courtyard and decorations.
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Very easy to walk to everywhere in Antigua.
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Friendly and helpful
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Casa del Mundo
Lake Atitlán

This is a place like no other. Absolute paradise. If I could have brought my entire family, I would want to live there! The grounds and views were amazing, the staff was friendly and helpful. This was very valuable when trying to carry large bags up all those stairs when you aren't used to the altitude! The restaurant was wonderful. I loved explored all the gardens and seeing how environmentally conscious the owners are. The traditional Mayan decorations in the rooms and throughout the property were absolutely amazing. Anyone who is interested in this hotel should look at pictures and remember that it's even better in person. My only complaint is that I was only able to stay 2 nights. I almost cried when we left. My daughter and I are athletic and in good shape, but keep in mind if you are not, or have balance issues, getting around the hotel grounds might be a little difficult!

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The decorations were amazing!
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You have to take a boat to get to this hotel and the surrounding towns but it adds to the experience.
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Very helpful and polite. I was amazed at how strong the young men were at carrying our bags up all those stairs.
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Perfect
Activity Reviews
Hike Rostro Maya or Indian Nose
Hike Rostro Maya or Indian Nose
Guatemala

Indian Nose: This was a very early morning hike and absolutely worth the lost sleep! I'm very athletic but the hike was challenging, especially for those of us who live at sea level and aren't used to the altitude. But I love challenges and the view at the top was the best I've ever seen! Watching the sun rise over Lake Atitlan was an amazing experience.

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Antigua Street Food Tour
Antigua Street Food Tour
Antigua

This was a walking tour, which is the best way to learn about Antigua! We learned about the food and culture and history of the area. We were so full of wonderful food that we didn't have to eat for quite awhile! JJ, as always was a great guide.

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Thank you
Thank you
Guatemala

JJ made sure we go to the airport on time and we were sad to leave!

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Visit San Juan La Laguna
Visit San Juan La Laguna
Guatemala

This is an absolutely beautiful city. We had a lovely and relaxing breakfast. We visited several shops in the area and saw demonstrations by Mayan women or locals. I was able to buy many things for my family and learn about the culture at the same time!

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Villages Around Antigua By Chicken Bus
Villages Around Antigua By Chicken Bus
Antigua

This was fun and informative! JJ taught us a lot about the history and culture of the area. The land and weather was beautiful. And the people were friendly. I loved visiting the local shops/artisans and learning about how the different items were made!

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Welcome to Guatemala
Welcome to Guatemala
Guatemala

JJ was our guide and picked us up on time and we immediately felt comfortable with him!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
JJ was an amazing guide!
Transport
Local specialist: Catherina Tittaferrante
Catherina
Catherina Tittaferrante
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Jul 27, 2024
Thank you so much for your glowing review!
Meeting you has been so wonderful but sharing with you was even more extraordinary.
We rejoice with every travel experience, goal, success and meeting incredible people like you throughout this life is also worth celebrating. Thank you for your friendship and trust It's fantastic to read how JJ's bilingual skills helped ease any anxiety and added depth to your cultural understanding and spanish practice. We are delighted by your appreciation of... Read more

Thank you so much for your glowing review!
Meeting you has been so wonderful but sharing with you was even more extraordinary.

We rejoice with every travel experience, goal, success and meeting incredible people like you throughout this life is also worth celebrating. Thank you for your friendship and trust It's fantastic to read how JJ's bilingual skills helped ease any anxiety and added depth to your cultural understanding and spanish practice.

We are delighted by your appreciation of our culture, history and artisans; It means everything to us that we can all become one huge strong community that treasures artisanal processes and helps preserve them.

Our hope is to meet your family and make them our friends as well, there is an entire universe to discover!

Outstanding! Great trip and I'm recommending to friends.
Guatemala | Jun 30 - Jul 9, 2024

Eliot
Eliot W.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jul 14, 2024

Wonderful! Thanks to Chris and our guide Joel for putting together a great itinerary and shepherding us through a phenomenal trip. I traveled to Guatemala with 4 teenagers...who thought this might have been our best adventure yet. Chris and the team suggested a great itinerary, matched the level of adventure + downtime our group was into, were collaborative with adjustments, helped manage within our budget, and communicated well throughout. If we return to Guatemala, we'll work with Chris again....and I'll recommend him to friends.

Local specialist: Chris Gwinner
Chris
Chris Gwinner
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Replied on Jul 15, 2024

It was our pleasure Eliot and thank you again for visiting Guatemala! It was great to get to know you and the family during your time here in Antigua. I know Joel had a great time during the rest of the trip with your family and really appreciated everyone's curiosity. Spread the word about Guatemala with your friends and family, the more people know the better!

Like having family plan and guide your trip!
Guatemala | Jun 22 - Jun 26, 2024

Nicole
Nicole P.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jul 07, 2024
From the first interaction, the experience was outstanding. I entered the basic ideas around the type of trip, I wanted to plan for me and my nine year old son. Alex took those basic ideas and shaped an unforgettable trip filled with adventure. I didn’t want to stay in “budget” hotels but certainly didn’t have the need to be at glamorous hotels either. Alex found the perfect balance! The hotels were beautiful, amazing staff, great restaurants onsite and amenities. There were a couple of... Read more

From the first interaction, the experience was outstanding. I entered the basic ideas around the type of trip, I wanted to plan for me and my nine year old son. Alex took those basic ideas and shaped an unforgettable trip filled with adventure. I didn’t want to stay in “budget” hotels but certainly didn’t have the need to be at glamorous hotels either. Alex found the perfect balance! The hotels were beautiful, amazing staff, great restaurants onsite and amenities.

There were a couple of times that I even went back to Alex and mentioned some other ideas or tweaks we were interested in making to the itinerary. He helped us figure out those adaptations within budget. Alex was a fabulous partner at each stage before, during and after our trip.

Alex was unavailable to be our guide during the dates of our trip but he substituted his brother Viny, who was also fantastic. Although Alex was away from the office, he gave me a proactive heads up about Pacaya being unavailable. This was one of our primary goals for our trip so we were very concerned and were debating to postpone - just as we were getting ready to catch our flight out. Alex, his cousin and brother who all work for OTO, worked to get confirmation about whether we could go to Pacaya or not and how to make it happen safely. It gave us the confidence to continue with our trip and really appreciated their attention to it in short order.

Viny was such a friendly, warm and knowledgeable guide. Since this was supposed to be just a mom and son trip, my son was very concerned that a third person would be with us. The end of the trip my son said he missed a Viny and having a guide was a great idea! Viny made it very easy, taking charge to manage our timeline, transportation coordination with local guides, different sites and coordinating with hotel, concierge and restaurants. He really removed all of the administrative efforts for me so that I could focus on being with my son and enjoying our time together and experiencing Guatemala.

We went the zip lining, hiking Papaya and roasting marshmallows where Viny prepared a nice picnic, and kayaking at Atitlan, and went to Mayan Ruins. We were originally supposed to do more hiking, but my son was all hiked out, so Viny adapted our itinerary last minute so that we could go to textile and a cacao shop.

Then on our last night, Alex got a hold of me to alert me to a local event transpiring that roads were potentially going to be blockaded and we could get stuck potentially missing our flights the next day. I told Alex that I would prefer to leave Lake Atitlan that night and head to Guatemala City. He swiftly arranged transportation, and a safe and comfortable hotel stay in Guatemala City at no extra charge. We caught our flight the next day with no issues.

I’m so grateful for Alex’s attention to detail and genuine concern for us and our trip or we wouldn’t have known in real-time what was happening. I highly recommend Alex, Viny and OTO. This was my second time to Guatemala and we’re already planning the third trip. Definitely will be looking to use them again!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Atitlán
Panajachel
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Porta Hotel Antigua
Antigua Guatemala

Beautiful experience, great rooms, water filters amongst other amenities, staff offers high service level and the onsite restaurant is fantastic. I needed laundry done before leaving and the staff took it late in the day after the cut off and returned it to me that night. Highly recommended!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Zipline Adventure at Lake Atitlán
Zipline Adventure at Lake Atitlán
Guatemala
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Jul 08, 2024

I don't know how to thank you enough Nicole, It was a real pleasure to work with you and create a memorable trip for you and Cian, I'm glad Vini was a good fit for you and Cian to enjoy the adventures, the culture, and the beauty of Guatemala. Despite the changes and the last-minute circumstances, you were very kind and understanding with everything.

I hope we get to see you and Cian again in the future. Once again thank you for taking a little part of Guatemala in your memory. Spread the word about Guatemala if you have a chance.

Best from lovely Antigua,
Alex

Unforgettable Guatemala
Guatemala | Jun 21 - Jun 29, 2024

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Dianne L.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2024
We worked with Juan in the Guatemala office. He and his team are very thorough and helpful at every step of creating a custom trip. We were offered several options and travel plans during our time in Guatemala. All the guides were well versed in the area/activity they provided. I felt everyone involved had our best interest in mind. All pick ups and transports were on time and in clean vehicles. We felt safe and happy with the options that we chose.
I would absolutely recommend them...
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We worked with Juan in the Guatemala office. He and his team are very thorough and helpful at every step of creating a custom trip. We were offered several options and travel plans during our time in Guatemala. All the guides were well versed in the area/activity they provided. I felt everyone involved had our best interest in mind. All pick ups and transports were on time and in clean vehicles. We felt safe and happy with the options that we chose.
I would absolutely recommend them to friends wishing to travel in Guatemala. In our case, mostly in the Antigua area.

Activity Review
Walk Antigua Like a Local
Walk Antigua Like a Local
Antigua
Local specialist: Juan Tittaferrante
Juan
Juan Tittaferrante
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Jul 16, 2024
Dear Dianne and Derold Since the very first moment we start our communication it has been a wholesome time together. We pursuit and are passionate about sharing the awe-inspiring culture and traditions of Guatemala with incredible friends like you.
Our community is dedicated to providing above and beyond excellence with intention and mindfulness, ensuring that we all have unforgettable memories in our hearts to share.
This has been the shine we need to continue lightning our paths and... Read more

Dear Dianne and Derold

Since the very first moment we start our communication it has been a wholesome time together. We pursuit and are passionate about sharing the awe-inspiring culture and traditions of Guatemala with incredible friends like you.
Our community is dedicated to providing above and beyond excellence with intention and mindfulness, ensuring that we all have unforgettable memories in our hearts to share.

This has been the shine we need to continue lightning our paths and live a life full of joy, it is so wonderful to read how you felt safe as this is our Golden Rule.

We will always be here for you and of course we would love to continue exploring together, all our destinations are as phenomenal as Guatemala and Antigua. Maybe a little more coffee and tortillas at Colombian style or Rum at Dominican Republic.

Our brief tour in Guatemala, arranged by Ale...
Guatemala | May 25 - May 29, 2024

Peggy
Peggy L.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 27, 2024
Our brief tour in Guatemala, arranged by Alex of Old Town Outfitters in conjunction with KimKim, was outstanding . In four days we visited Tikal and Lake Atitlán and surrounding Villages of San Jose and Santiago. We learned about the history of the areas and people who lived or live there as well as the flora and fauna. At Tikal, we saw ancient Mayan Temples and dwellings.and our guide shared history. We saw several spider monkeys and birds. Our guide was knowledgeable about plants... Read more

Our brief tour in Guatemala, arranged by Alex of Old Town Outfitters in conjunction with KimKim, was outstanding . In four days we visited Tikal and Lake Atitlán and surrounding Villages of San Jose and Santiago. We learned about the history of the areas and people who lived or live there as well as the flora and fauna.

At Tikal, we saw ancient Mayan Temples and dwellings.and our guide shared history. We saw several spider monkeys and birds. Our guide was knowledgeable about plants and how Mayans used them. He named birds for us.

At Lake Atitlán. we had a wonderful guide and helper for our two-day stay. Vinicio. our guide. was totally bilingual in spanish and english so everything at restaurants and accommodations were seamless.
My husband and I are birders; so we had a birding tour with Pablo Chumil, a premier birder in Guatemala. We were delighted to learn new birds .
In the village of San Jose, we we had educational demonstrations on bee-keeping and honey production, weaving and natural dye-making, and chocolate-making. In Santiago, Pablo Chumil, who is Mayan, told us about the blending of the Mayan and Christan religions and took us to a shrine that honors both.

We had excellent drivers who were always on time and made safe transfers.

Our accommodations and meals were good. The Casa del Mundo, perched in a cilff above Lake Atitlán was lovely . Unbeatable view of the lake and three volcanoes !

All in all, a great trip.

Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Jun 27, 2024

Thank you tons, Peggy! I'm so glad you enjoyed your time with Vini, Pablo, and the rest of the team. It was super nice to meet you and help you create a lovely visit to Guatemala.

I hope you and Michael are doing great, let me know if you visit Antigua with Monica shortly. Hopefully, I will have more time for a coffee or a meal. Thank you so much for allowing me to participate in your adventure.

Best from the lovely colonial city of Antigua.

This was such a memorable trip!
Guatemala | May 6 - May 10, 2024

Tiana
Tiana H.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on May 19, 2024
This was such a memorable trip! Kim Kim was a great interface through which to connect with Alex at Old Town Outfitters, who crafted an incredible itinerary according to the activities and learning that I was hoping for in visiting Guatemala. My guide for the historical tour (Dary) was so knowledgeable and friendly, and my guide for touring Lake Atitlan and Pacaya Volcano (Christa) was personable, attentive, professional, but also just so gracious and fun to hang out with! The drivers, too,... Read more

This was such a memorable trip! Kim Kim was a great interface through which to connect with Alex at Old Town Outfitters, who crafted an incredible itinerary according to the activities and learning that I was hoping for in visiting Guatemala. My guide for the historical tour (Dary) was so knowledgeable and friendly, and my guide for touring Lake Atitlan and Pacaya Volcano (Christa) was personable, attentive, professional, but also just so gracious and fun to hang out with! The drivers, too, were exceptional, and the accommodations were overall really tasteful. I can’t thank the team at Old Town enough for all their work and expertise, and for the kindness and genuineness they treated me with.

Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on May 20, 2024

Thank you very much, Tiana, it was incredible to meet you and know that you took a little piece of what we truly are in Guatemala. Christa, Dary, and the rest of the team enjoyed your kind company and your lovely charisma. I hope you are doing great on your new adventure and such, please share the experience with the ones at home. A big hug from the colonial city.

Exceptional Service and Unforgettable Experience
Guatemala | Apr 16 - Apr 27, 2024

Claudia
Claudia C.
Corona, CA | Reviewed on May 04, 2024

"Exemplary service! From start to finish, our experience with Cathy was nothing short of exceptional. Our tour guide Juan and Estevan were not only knowledgeable but also personable, making our journey unforgettable. Five stars all around!"

Local specialist: Catherina Tittaferrante
Catherina
Catherina Tittaferrante
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on May 07, 2024

My lovely Claudia,

Our frienship is here for you at any time, it has been such a wonderful experience to share with you and your beautiful family I'm greatful for having the opportunity to meet them all and connect with all through the creation of unforgettable moments it is my purpose in life.

Thank you for taking the time my dear Claudia to rate us and of course I will let Esteban and Juan know your kind and warm words.

Very kind and knowledgeable about every cite ...
Guatemala | Apr 16 - Apr 27, 2024

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Alexa B.
Montclair, CA | Reviewed on Apr 28, 2024

Very kind and knowledgeable about every cite we traveled to. My family and I had a great time!

Local specialist: Catherina Tittaferrante
Catherina
Catherina Tittaferrante
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on May 03, 2024

Alexa, we really appreciate your time and your review, we loved our time together.
Your family is so wonderful and warm that we feel like we've known you forever.

Hope to see you soon and our biggest wish is for you to keep enjoying and building strong memories.

Amazing Visit!
Guatemala | Apr 13 - Apr 20, 2024

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Meg S.
Middletown, NY | Reviewed on Apr 25, 2024
We just returned from an awesome trip to Guatemala that Chris and his team arranged for us. Chris took the time to meet us for coffee the morning after we arrived so we could ask any questions and discuss our plans for the week- super friendly and made us feel immediately comfortable! We spent two days exploring with Jerry, who was wonderful as well! We did a walking tour of Antiqua and learned so much with him! The next day, a hike up the Payca volcano, which was definitely a highlight... Read more

We just returned from an awesome trip to Guatemala that Chris and his team arranged for us. Chris took the time to meet us for coffee the morning after we arrived so we could ask any questions and discuss our plans for the week- super friendly and made us feel immediately comfortable! We spent two days exploring with Jerry, who was wonderful as well! We did a walking tour of Antiqua and learned so much with him! The next day, a hike up the Payca volcano, which was definitely a highlight for us. We moved on to Panajachel for a few days and explored the surrounding towns with Pablo- loved it! Ivan, our driver was always on time for our adventures and incredibly kind and accommodating. I think private transportation and guides was key for us being able to relax and absorb our surroundings. This is a trip we will never forget and I would highly recommend Old Town Outfitters to anyone planning to visit beautiful Guatemala!

Local specialist: Chris Gwinner
Chris
Chris Gwinner
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Replied on Apr 25, 2024

Thank you for the thorough review Meg! It was our pleasure and thank you again for choosing to get to know the real Guatemala through Jerry and our other local guides. Our team had a great time with you and we hope to see you again in the future. Spread the word about Guatemala with your friends and family, the more people know the better!

Great time in Guatemala!Matt was our specia...
Guatemala | Apr 2 - Apr 23, 2024

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Merrilee E.
Canada | Reviewed on Apr 24, 2024
Great time in Guatemala! Matt was our specialist at the beginning of the process, but Alex Coronado took over our planning process when Matt had to do some guiding. Alex was terrific! Very responsive, friendly, and he provided excellent advice. He touched base with us frequently throughout the three weeks we were in Guatemala to ensure that we were enjoying the trip. We had to make some last minutes changes which he accommodated quickly and efficiently. Alex went over and above making sure... Read more

Great time in Guatemala!

Matt was our specialist at the beginning of the process, but Alex Coronado took over our planning process when Matt had to do some guiding. Alex was terrific! Very responsive, friendly, and he provided excellent advice. He touched base with us frequently throughout the three weeks we were in Guatemala to ensure that we were enjoying the trip. We had to make some last minutes changes which he accommodated quickly and efficiently. Alex went over and above making sure we were well taken care of.

All of the guides were professional and knowledgeable about the areas we were visiting. The drivers were prompt and the cars were in good shape. There was one situation where a car broke down (could happen to anyone) and Alex and our guide arranged for another car very quickly.

All of the accommodation was very good and the food was excellent. As was the Guatemalan coffee.

Thanks to Alex and the KimKim team for making our visit to Guatemala very special!

Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Apr 26, 2024

Thank you very much for your comments, it was extraordinary, special, and efficient working with you both. I can affirm that you are sincere and respectful people with whom it was a real pleasure to talk and get to know.

I am glad that our effort as a team was reflected during your visit to Guatemala, I hope I get to see you soon, and why not, maybe in Toronto with Eleanor and Isabella.

A big hug for you both from the colonial city of Antigua Guatemala!

Awesome team to work with
Guatemala | Mar 27 - Apr 3, 2024

Lydia
Lydia M.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024
Honestly dealing with Alex (the travel agent) is what made us decide to go to Guatemala. He made us feel safe and worked very well with us. We even got to meet him and his beautiful family while we were there. What I also really appreciated is him always being available on WhatsApp for questions and addressed any concerns that I had. He had us working with our favorite tour guide Christa who me and my wife got close to and learned to love Guatemala and the people of Guatemala because of her.... Read more

Honestly dealing with Alex (the travel agent) is what made us decide to go to Guatemala. He made us feel safe and worked very well with us. We even got to meet him and his beautiful family while we were there. What I also really appreciated is him always being available on WhatsApp for questions and addressed any concerns that I had. He had us working with our favorite tour guide Christa who me and my wife got close to and learned to love Guatemala and the people of Guatemala because of her.

Seriously the whole team that we had was amazing from our agent Alex, our guide Christa, and our driver David.

Activity Reviews
Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Guatemala
Explore Tikal National Park
Explore Tikal National Park
Guatemala
Kayaking & Hiking Lake Atitlán
Kayaking & Hiking Lake Atitlán
Guatemala

Our favorite place!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Christa was awesome
Transport
Antigua Walking Tour
Antigua Walking Tour
Guatemala

It was good but we would’ve liked to do it with our guide who was also with us on it.

Local specialist: Alex Coronado
Alex
Alex Coronado
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Apr 16, 2024

Thank you both for taking the time to leave us your review. I'm glad you were able to get to know a bit of the real Guatemala with our local team. Christa and the rest of the crew had a great time with you and appreciated your positive attitude and beautiful energy! Please spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Thank you again for your lovely visit!

Amazing Guatemala!
Guatemala | Mar 24 - Mar 31, 2024

Janine
Janine F.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Apr 01, 2024
Best trip ever thanks to Catherina, Esteban, Mario and David. Our Guatemala trip was flawless, beautiful, and had so many once in a lifetime memories. Thanks to kimkim and Columbus Travel for your kindness, the care we felt every step of the trip, and for sharing your beautiful country with us. Mario, thanks for showing us the amazing Mayan culture right in Guatemala City. David, you are a philosopher and we appreciated all we learned from you about the Mayan and Guatemala. Esteban, thanks... Read more

Best trip ever thanks to Catherina, Esteban, Mario and David. Our Guatemala trip was flawless, beautiful, and had so many once in a lifetime memories. Thanks to kimkim and Columbus Travel for your kindness, the care we felt every step of the trip, and for sharing your beautiful country with us. Mario, thanks for showing us the amazing Mayan culture right in Guatemala City. David, you are a philosopher and we appreciated all we learned from you about the Mayan and Guatemala. Esteban, thanks for taking us to Lake Atitlan and spending part of Semana Santa with us away from your family. We will never forget the Mayan Good Friday processions we saw on the way to Antigua.. and of course sharing your hometown with us! Much appreciation. We wish we could stay another week. Guatemala is one of the most beautiful places we have traveled, the history, nature and people are special.

Hotel Review
El Convento Boutique Hotel
Antigua Guatemala

Beautiful hotel!

Authenticity & Character
Gorgeous room, location and character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Villages Around Lake Atitlán by Boat
Villages Around Lake Atitlán by Boat
Guatemala

Lake Atitlan is stunning ringed with mountains, birds and gorgeous green forests and flowers. Esteban took us across the Lake in a wave cutter boat.. and to San Pedro. We got to go see a colonial church and the floats ready for Good Friday. Also the market while the city was built into the cliff surrounding the Lake. Stunning! We then too a tuk tuk to San Juan.. and to a few women’s cooperatives.. one for hand dyed clothes. They use natural dyes and the women on the coop are supported through their craft. Beautiful textiles! Then to a medical coop.. where we learned about Mayan medicinal practices. And finally to a chocolate factory.. and an amazing art gallery. Was such a beautiful place with amazing people. What an amazing memory. Appreciate Esteban.. who knows everyone in these cities 😊 taking us to meet these incredible people.

Quality of Experience
Esteban!!!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Esteban made each moment special!
Transport
Boat ride was an adventure
Kaminal Juyu Pre-Columbian Archaeological Site
Kaminal Juyu Pre-Columbian Archaeological Site
Guatemala City

Mario and Esteban took us from the airport to see the Serpent Mound and then the Kaminaljuya a pre classic Mayan site right in Guatemala City. Mario was so knowledgeable about the site and city.. we got to see a Mayan ritual while there. We then went to the site museum. So many amazing artifacts! Was a great first introduction to Guatemala. Mario and Esteban were so kind and welcoming!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Top notch kind and friendly.. both Mario and Esteban.
Transport
Yaxhá Sunset
Yaxhá Sunset
Guatemala

David is so knowledgeable and was an amazing guide to the Mayan sites. We appreciated his humor, his deep thoughts, and his willingness to share his knowledge with us. Great guide to to an out of this world place.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Catherina Tittaferrante
Catherina
Catherina Tittaferrante
Local specialist in Antigua Guatemala | Replied on Apr 20, 2024
My heart is full with joy to read your wonderful and kind review! I am absolutely delighted to know that your trip to Guatemala is the materialization of our vision and mission, this is truly our purpose in life. Mario, Esteban, David and I are passionate about sharing the beauty and culture of Guatemala, but even deeper, our eyes have seen how pure love can flourish by connecting as we travel, the way we impact our communities, nature and every step on this journey. called life; It warms... Read more

My heart is full with joy to read your wonderful and kind review! I am absolutely delighted to know that your trip to Guatemala is the materialization of our vision and mission, this is truly our purpose in life.

Mario, Esteban, David and I are passionate about sharing the beauty and culture of Guatemala, but even deeper, our eyes have seen how pure love can flourish by connecting as we travel, the way we impact our communities, nature and every step on this journey. called life; It warms our hearts to know that we are part of it.

Your appreciation for the blend of individual virtues and skills transformed into unforgettable moments truly captures the essence of what we look every time we are designing a trip plan.

Thank you for trusting us we will always be happy to welcome you to this huge family so we can keep exploring more of the world's wonders. Until then, may the memories of this trip continue to bring you joy and inspiration.

Huge hugs to you my lovely Janine, you have an extended family from now on