Travel to Guatemala

In our opinion, the capital doesn’t offer much beyond the airport, which will often be your entry point into the country. However, there are quite nice hotels if an overnight stay is necessary due to a late arrival or an early departure.

Without a doubt, our favorite city in Guatemala! Cobblestone streets, colorful colonial architecture, and dramatic volcanoes set the scene for this fantastic place. It’s also the starting point for the ‘must-do’ trek up the famous Fuego and Acatenango volcanoes. By the way, it’s also in Antigua where we had the best grilled chicken ever – a secret we’ll share with you once your itinerary is finalized!

Surrounded by steep volcanoes and traditional Mayan villages, it’s a true paradise for adventurers, culture enthusiasts, and those seeking ultimate tranquility.

The deep, crystal-blue water and calming atmosphere make the lake a popular area for all types of travelers. Take taxi boats across the lake to explore the small, authentic Mayan villages.

Tikal is one of the Mayan Empire’s largest and most impressive temple complexes. Here you can wander among gigantic pyramids and experience wild, jungle-filled nature with rich wildlife. It’s not super easy to get there – but definitely worth the trip!

Semuc Champey is a hidden natural paradise in the middle of the jungle, where turquoise limestone pools form natural swimming holes atop an underground river. It’s the perfect place to swim in the clear water, explore caves by candlelight, and enjoy the wild Guatemalan nature. Like Tikal, it’s not ideally located – but the two places can be combined on the same trip.

Guatemala’s beautiful Pacific coast with unique, black volcanic sand beaches and very special wildlife. Here you can experience a relaxed pace, boat through beautiful mangrove forests, and help release baby sea turtles into the ocean (September-January).