Strap on your hiking boots and grab your best camera because you're off on a camping adventure at an active volcano in the southern Guatemala highlands. Your destination is Acatenango, a 13,044-foot (3,976 m) stratovolcano looming over the historic city of Antigua. A 4WD vehicle will lead you up to the trailhead, from which you'll make the ascent to the summit and snap incredible photos along the way.
This active adventure will take you on hikes around three different volcanoes in Guatemala's western highlands. Become one with nature as you traverse dried lava fields, enjoy picnic lunches atop volcano summits, and camp under the stars. When not ascending mountains, you'll embark on walking tours of historic Antigua and boat rides on the shimmering waters of Lake Atitlán.
This quick yet action-packed itinerary includes the best adventures in Guatemala's western highlands. Stroll through the well-preserved colonial town of Antigua, bike along epic downhill runs on mountain trails, and camp in front of an active volcano. You'll return from this escape inspired by the rugged beauty of the land and the warmth and welcoming spirit of its people.
This trip to the heart of Central America offers fascinating historical culture, thrilling adventure, and jaw-dropping vistas. You'll fall in love with the charming colonial city of Antigua, learn about ancient Mayan civilization, and hike and bike some of Guatemala's stunning mountain volcanoes.
In less than a week, you can experience some of the most phenomenal natural wonders in Guatemala. This active adventure will take you to the central highlands, where you'll explore the cobbled streets of Antigua, followed by a hike up the mighty Volcán Pacaya. Then you're off to mythical Lake Atitlán for kayak rides and nature hikes before ending the trip strong with camping at the summit of yet another volcano.
Experience the best of Guatemala and its Caribbean neighbor Belize on this action-packed nine-day adventure. You'll arrive in Guatemala City and, from there, embark on lake tours, volcano hikes, and visits to ancient Maya ruins. Then you'll hop over the border to the Belize highlands, your base for excursions to Caribbean isles and even more historic ruins.
Discover Guatemala's volcanoes and lakes on this 12-day hiking holiday. The adventure begins in the UNESCO-listed city of Antigua and continues to the lush Maya highlands, where you'll summit three fiery volcanic peaks: Pacaya, Acatenango, and Fuego, and camp on the mountains as you go. Finish with a three-day trek through the countryside via coffee farms and Maya shrines to sparkling Lake Atitlán.
An unforgettable Guatemalan adventure awaits on this active 12-day tour. On guided excursions, you'll hike up four volcanoes: Acatenango, Fuego, San Pedro, and Pacaya. Witness the rumbling summit of active Fuego, and experience a starry night's sleep at a camp on the neighboring Acatenango. Bike rides, kayaking, and surfing offer other exhilarating ways to experience this diverse landscape, while food-themed activities will reveal the country's heart and soul.
Conquer seven summits on this 14-day trekking tour of Guatemala's Ring of Fire volcano zone. Setting out from the charming colonial city of Antigua, you'll scale some of the highest peaks in Central America and camp on volcanic slopes. Spend your downtime soaking in hot springs, visiting Maya ruins, and relaxing on the peaceful shores of Lake Atitlán.
Get ready for two weeks of thrilling outdoor activities in one of the best places for it: Guatemala. With the UNESCO-listed city of Antigua as your base, you'll experience natural wonders (and meet new friends) on multiple volcano hikes, starting with mighty Acatenango, where you'll summit two different routes. Continue exploring more volcanoes around Lake Atitlán, mixed in with village tours, bike rides, and even a cooking class where you'll learn how to make tortillas.
You're in for a week of adventure on this action-packed trip to one of Central America's lesser-known gems. Discover the rugged natural beauty of Guatemala as you hike, bike, and kayak around its most stunning attractions and charming towns. Camp overnight on a volcano, go mountain biking through colorful Indigenous villages, and paddle along the peaceful waters of Lake Atitlán.
Hike up to seven volcano summits on this 15-day expedition in Guatemala. Start in the Spanish colonial city of Antigua with an ascent up three volcano peaks, then head to the shores of Lago Atitlán for a hike up Toliman volcano. Transfer to the Maya Kʼicheʼ town of Quetzaltenango to conquer Santa Maria volcano, followed by Tajumulco, the highest point in Central America.
This nine-day journey through Guatemala is heavy on action and adventure. Experience the country's great outdoors on a trip to the southern highlands for volcano hikes, zipline rides, tours of coffee plantations, and lake excursions. As if that's not enough, you'll venture into the jungles of northern Guatemala to walk amid the ruins of Tikal, one of the most formidable cities of the ancient Maya kingdom.
On this 16-day active adventure trough Guatemala, you’ll conquer seven volcano summits located in the country’s highlands. The beginning of the trip is anchored in Antigua, where you’ll hike and camp near volcanos including Pacaya, Acatenango, and Fuego. Then, you’ll travel to Quetzaltenango to hike and explore Zunil and Santa Maria. You’ll also visit the Tajumulco and San Pedro volcanos before landing at Lake Atitlán, where you can relax by the water and explore the Iximché ruins on your way back to Antigua.
Lace up your hiking boots, grab a paddle, and hop on a mountain bike for nine days of outdoor adventure in the perfect country for it: Guatemala. Start with a stroll on the cobbled streets of historic Antigua before ascending formidable volcanoes, followed by kayaking around Lake Atitlán and cycling between lakeside villages. Enjoy a final day decompressing in a sauna and soaking your weary muscles in a jacuzzi.
Conquer seven of Guatemala's volcanic peaks on this unforgettable 10-day trekking adventure. Setting out from the charming colonial city of Antigua, you'll make your way along the famed Ring of Fire, where lush cloud forests and colorful villages sit in the shadows of ancient volcanoes. Cross rugged lava fields to Pacaya, watch the sunrise from your camp on Acatenango, hike the famous Siete Cruces ridge to Zunil volcano, and enjoy some well-earned rest on the scenic shores of Lake Atitlán.
Discover Guatemala's culture and Maya roots on this active tour from Antigua to Lake Atitlán. Bike through macadamia nut and coffee farms, visit artists' workshops, and sleep aside the peak of the Acatenango volcano. Kayak along the shores of famous Lake Atitlán and visit one of Central America's largest markets in busy Chichicastenango. End your tour with a step back in time as you wander the archaeological site at Iximché and see how Maya culture courses through present-day Guatemala.
Summit five of Guatemala's volcanic peaks on this 12-day hiking adventure, starting in the colorful, UNESCO-listed city of Antigua before embarking on epic hikes ascending: Pacaya, Acatenango, Zunil, Santa María, and San Pedro. Along the way, you'll camp atop mountains, relax on the shores of Lake Atitlán, and explore ancient Maya ruins at Tikal National Park.
See Central America's most diverse country in style on this 13-day guided tour of Guatemala. A luxury twist on an adventure trip, you'll take to the skies in a helicopter six times for thrilling bird's eye views of lush mountain forests. Experience camping on a volcano with the added comfort of a 4WD ride almost to the top. Land at top sights such as Lake Atitlán and El Mirador Maya ruins by helicopter.
Tailormade for active families and older children, this two-week Guatemalan adventure starts in the historic city of Antigua. Learn to cook Maya cuisine, hike the Pacaya volcano to roast marshmallows on petrified lava, and take an overnight camping trip to the summit of Acatenango. Then it's off to Lake Atitlán for kayaking, village hikes, and ziplining. Fly north to end the trip discovering the ruins of Tikal National Park, spelunking through Actun Kan Caves, and cruising around Flores Island.
This 15-day adventure will take you from Guatemala's southern and central highlands to the northern rainforests and the Caribbean coast. In the south, you'll walk the cobbled streets of Antigua, camp out on volcanoes, and take a boat tour of Lake Atitlán. After touring ancient Maya ruins at Tikal and Yaxhá, you'll ride the famous Río Dulce to the coast before finishing the trip in historic Guatemala City.
