Top Antigua On the Water

Spend the day discovering the gorgeous Lake Atitlán, along with the picturesque villages that line its shore, during this 10-hour sightseeing excursion from Antigua. Take in breathtaking views of this mountain lake, its southern shore ringed by volcanoes, as you visit the town Panjachel and take a boat cruise to the hamlet of Santiago de Atitlán. This Lake Atitlán adventure finishes with time for browsing the handicraft stands and businesses along Panjachel’s Santander Street. Your tour also includes a guide and round-trip transportation from your Antigua hotel.

Leave behind the cobbled streets of Antigua for the treetops of Lake Atitlan on this adventure-packed day trip. Kayak or paddle board around the famed waters of Lake Atitlan along with a guide before embarking on a hike through the countryside and a zipline adventure with incredible views of the surrounding nature. This tour includes round-trip transfer from Antigua and a guide, keeping the adventure to the natural world.

Paddle a board over the waters of Antigua's Lake Atitlan on this activity from Antigua. All instruction and equipment included mean this is a perfect option for beginners or families with young children; the boards are large enough for little ones to simply ride along with their parents. Free time for relaxing in hammocks and shaded cabanas on the beach after class makes for an active and relaxing experience.

Have a true Guatemalan adventure during this 2-day, 1-night hiking and kayaking adventure on beautiful Lake Atitlan. Paddle among the rugged cliffs, exotic wildlife and towering volcanoes of this gorgeous lake, watching as Mayan locals carry on their centuries-old fishing traditions. Further immerse yourself in local village life as you hike along the remote northern shore of the lake and check out the lake’s secluded canyons and unique ecosystems. This Lake Atitlan adventure includes a guide, overnight accommodation, equipment and round-trip hotel transport.

This overnight trip to Lake Atitlán gives you a great mix of activities without wearing you out on any one of them. Biking, kayaking and hiking in, around and through the Lake Atitlan area - you get to experience the lake through a variety of speeds, angles and perspectives. Whether you are cruising on the crest of the caldera ridge, paddling the azure-blue waters of Atitlan, or hiking lakeside – you’ll surely enjoy the fantastic views (and food!), and rest easy in one of the most beautiful hotels in all of Central America. Itinerary - Day 1: (Country Road Ride) biking and hiking Day 2: Kayak and hiking

Get up close and personal with a Guatemalan volcano during this 7-hour Pacaya Volcano hike, one of the country’s most active. Travel through volcanic vegetation and surreal landscapes on your way to the top, enjoying impressive views of three nearby volcanic peaks, including Agua, Fuego and Acatenango at the summit. Your trip from Antigua to the volcano also includes round-trip transportation from your hotel and a guide.

Experience one of the ancient world’s most incredible archaeological sites at Tikal, a celebrated Mayan city deep in the Guatemalan jungle, on this 17-hour trip by air from Antigua. Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the Guatemalan jungle on your flight to this UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mayan site, spending the day exploring this incredible city’s steep temples and beautiful plazas with the help of your guide. Your day trip from Antigua to Tikal also includes round-trip transportation from your Antigua hotel, lunch, and all entrance fees.

Though challenging, summiting Acatenango Volcano is a must while in Antigua, Guatemala. Going as part of this guided tour not only ensures your safety during the hike, but also removes the hassle of worrying about meals and equipment for the trek. Just bring personal essentials, your sense of adventure, and a camera to capture the amazing sunrise overlooking fuming volcanoes in the Ring of Fire.

Step onto the cobblestone-clad streets of colonial Antigua for this flexible-length walking tour. Stroll the streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as you visit top landmarks like the ‘Ayuntamiento’ (City Hall Palace), Palace of the Captain’s General, the main cathedral, and Santo Domingo, a well-known hotel and cultural center. A final stop at a local jade factory provides additional insight into Guatemala’s Mayan culture.

Pacaya Volcano is one of the most active—and most popular—in all of Guatemala. Stationed some 8,000 feet (2,500 meters) above sea level, this destination is an ideal spot for travelers who want an easy hike, epic views, and some memorable stories. This tour allows you the comfort and ease of pre-arranged transportation to ensure you get the most out of your hike.

Experience Antigua’s surrounding areas by motorcycle, scooter, or ATV. This half-day tour takes you to several villages on the outskirts of Antigua, including Ciudad Vieja, Guatemala’s first capital. Visit a textile market and an indigenous village at the foot of the Agua Volcano. Enjoy a short hike, hammock time, and panoramic views from a lookout point over Antigua.

See Antigua from above on this half-day ATV discovery tour, where you’ll journey up into the mountains on a quest to get the best view for sunset. You’ll start at El Cerro de la Cruz, the popular lookout spot, before heading to a local eco-lodge and avocado plantation in a little village in the mountains. You’ll then journey onto Hobbitenango, where you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into another world.

Travel between Antigua and the Guatemala City Airport in comfort, without the stress of looking for a taxi, by booking a private transfer service. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel in Antigua and take you to the airport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for just you and your party.

Take a walking tour through Antigua without worrying about being corralled into shops by signing up for this tour. You'll visit and learn about the city's numerous historic landmarks and gain insight into the history of the area since pre-Colombian times. And if you do want to shop, your guide will take you to a shopping area after the tour is over.

Enjoy the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation on this 9-hour day trip, ascending Pacaya Volcano and then soaking your muscles at Kawilal Hot Springs. Scale the 8,300-foot (2,500-meter) heights of Pacaya, one of the most active volcanoes in Guatemala. At the top you’ll be able to peer down into the boiling lava of the crater and feel the earth’s rumble. Descend back down from the summit to enjoy an included lunch and soak in the thermal waters of Kawilal Hot Springs, including 12 soaking pools, 25 steam baths and 3 hydrotherapy baths. Your Pacaya day trip also includes entrance fees, a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Sea Turtles and Mangroves Trip An overnight paddling adventure through the undeveloped mangroves of Guatemala’s Pacific coast. The flat lowlands of the Pacific coast boast impressive views of the majestic volcanoes of the western highlands, as well as world-class nature and wildlife. In this paddle we explore the mangrove mazes of the Hawaii-Monterrico Biotopo, renowned for its natural beauty, tranquility and abundance of water fowl and other exotic creatures. We will also tour a turtle reserve where sea turtles are bred for release back to the ocean. If you time it right you can sponsor your own turtle and participate in the “liberacion” or weekly turtle release race. A bit of a paddle back to the mainland ends this all-inclusive tour to Guatemala’s lesser-known and undiscovered Pacific Coast.

Best rappel in Guatemala. (Located near Antigua) If you are looking for a unique experience surrounded with nature, this is an extreme adventure you won´t forget! Visit a private coffee farm where you will rappel down a 42 mts. natural waterfall. Located in Finca El Barretal, a private owned coffee farm with a restaurant where you can also have a delicious guatemalan breakfast or enjoy lunch with an amazing view. (vegetarian options are available) With almost 10 years of experience, our professional guides will teach you all you need to know. No previous experience is required. Kids from ages 9 and up can do this activity too. All you need to bring is comfortable clothes, bathing suit, tennis shoes or hiking boots and a sense of adventure, we will provide all the certified equipment needed for the activity...To finish the adventure dive in our swimming pool filled with natural spring water!