Alex was amazing.
Guatemala | Apr 25 - May 3, 2026

Steve
Steve M.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on May 06, 2026

Alex (travel agent), Josias (guide for 4 days), Marlo and Fernando (drivers), and our Tikal guide (already forgot his name, we’re soooo great. They were on time, patient, safe and knowledgeable. We couldn’t have had a better time on our activities. Our hotels in Panajachel, Guatemala City, Antigua and Xela (Quetzaltenango) were safe and very nice for a good price. Highly recommend Alex and Old Town Outfitter.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Casona del Lago
Santa Elena

Amazing location. Very beautiful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Left our bags in the middle of the lobby when they should have been behind the desk.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Barcelo
Guatemala City
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Regis Hotel & Spa
Panajachel, Sololá
Authenticity & Character
So cute. The natural warm springs tubs were awesome.
Location
Right in the heart of everything.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pensión Bonifaz
Quetzaltenango
Authenticity & Character
Beautiful views.
Location
Right in the heart of the city.
Staff
Helped carry our bags up lots of steps.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Naif Boutique Hotel
Antigua

Very cute hotel. Only complaint was that our room was directly across from reception so it was at times loud. Loved the courtyard.

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Location
Staff
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Activity Reviews
Las Tierras Altas Ride
Las Tierras Altas Ride
Guatemala

So fun. Long for a true beginner but so worth it to see the backcountry.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Josias was soft patient and friendly. Really really kind.
Transport
Explore Tikal National Park
Explore Tikal National Park
Guatemala

Must visit. Lemurs, Tucans, spider monkeys, our birds and Jaguars. Amazing archeological site. Worth the travel day.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great English. Super knowledgeable and funny.
Transport
Boat Tour of Lake Atitlán Villages
Boat Tour of Lake Atitlán Villages
Guatemala

Felt a little like a sales pitch for local businesses, but was excellent seeing the various towns and having the boats ready.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Kayaking & Hiking Lake Atitlán
Kayaking & Hiking Lake Atitlán
Guatemala

Soo fun and beautiful. Had a great time cliff jumping, swimming off the dock, and super fun walking along the shore trail through the small towns. Felt very safe with our guide and had great views.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Josias was amazing.
Transport
Pacaya Sunset hike
Pacaya Sunset hike
Antigua

We ended up getting horses for 300 quetzales each for the accent. So fun and affordable. Josias was a beast on foot up to the top. Almost beat us. He also made a great meal for us.

Quality of Experience
Food
Homemade authentic picnic. Nice work Josias.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Josias is a stud.
Transport
Marlo was awesome all of the days. Very safe.
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