# Custom Guatemala Trips: Connect with Locals & Culture > Embark on custom trips in Guatemala to meet locals, enjoy cultural activities, and explore natural wonders. Ready-to-book or tailored itineraries available. # Guatemala Custom Trips & Local Insights [Nearby](/en/nearby) Search 6 listings Want something else? Let an in-country expert [design the perfect trip in Guatemala](/en/qa/guatemala/explore-overlay)! [![The Best of Guatemala: Nature & Culture Immersion](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/hgqjumjzrq5u7858uvw3.jpg)Customize this trip!The Best of Guatemala: Nature & Culture ImmersionAntigua to Lake Atitlán to Petén, Guatemala15 Days | Archaeological Sites, Art, Boat TourThe best and essentials of Guatemala! Welcome to one of the most diverse countries in Central America. This 15 day journey will allow you to immerse yourself in the living culture and traditions of majestic Lake Atitlán and Chichicastenango, the v...](/en/go/the-best-guatemala-nature-culture-immersion) [![Land and Sea Maya Encounter](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/vb3fh37y7lts7wcopzwt.jpg)Customize this trip!Land and Sea Maya EncounterAntigua to Petén to Rio Dulce, Guatemala12 Days | Community Visit, Getting to Know Locals, Time in NatureThis 12-day journey is a great opportunity for deep cultural immersion, insight on social and environmental challenges and close-up to community efforts that contribute to the sustainable development of Guatemalan communities. Explore the Maya Bio...](/en/go/land-and-sea-maya-encounter) [![The Verapaces: Highlands of Guatemala to Lake Atitlan](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/wo65a03yfqdglmgwlbkj.jpg)Customize this trip!The Verapaces: Highlands of Guatemala to Lake AtitlanGuatemala City to Cobán to Antigua to Lake Atitlán, Guatemala8 Days | Caving, Community Visit, Cultural ActivitiesRelax in the turquoise pools of Semuc Champey, and explore the Maya underworld as you go caving in the Verapaces region. This 7 day journey will take you up close & personal with the beautiful and lush northern cloud forest of Guatemala, explore t...](/en/go/highlands-of-guatemala-to-lake-atitlan) [![Guatemala Artisan Stories and Uncharted Beach Adventure](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/yygkqbg6lwddsyg3tdzq.jpg)Customize this trip!Guatemala Artisan Stories and Uncharted Beach AdventureGuatemala City to Antigua to El Paredon, Guatemala12 Days | Archaeological Sites, Art, Chocolate MakingOn this 10-day journey, you will explore the country's colonial cities and vibrant street markets, learn traditional Mayan crafts, and even take a surf lesson at the end of your trip. You will be able to immerse yourself in the culture and customs...](/en/go/guatemala-beaches/artisan-stories-and-uncharted-beaches) [![Immersive Guatemalan Culture and Nature Adventure](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/uvdyrs7ensmv9wb7x6sv.jpg)Customize this trip!Immersive Guatemalan Culture and Nature AdventureAntigua to Peten, Guatemala11 Days | Boat Tour, Caving, Coffee FarmExperience Guatemala's diverse culture and stunning natural attractions alongside the local communities that know it best. From Antigua to Lake Atitlan to the Mayan ruins in the North. You will partake in traditional cooking classes, innertube on ...](/en/go/immersive-guatemalan-adventure) [![Etnica](https://res.cloudinary.com/lokal/image/upload/f_auto,q_auto,c_fill,h_250,w_460/skdtt2zwl5bgyqvh9cf3.jpg)EtnicaMultiple Cities, GuatemalaArt, Class/Workshop, Community VisitEtnica offers personalized, culturally immersive adventures in Guatemala. Explore the vibrant markets and colorful streets of local villages, hike through the lush forests and volcanoes of the Guatemalan highlands, and try traditional Mayan cuisine.](/en/provider/etnica) Discover the heart of Guatemala through custom trips designed to bring you closer to the local culture and communities. Engage in [Cultural Activities](/en/explore/guatemala/custom-trips/cultural-activities), learn from [Artisan Stories](/en/go/artisan-stories-and-uncharted-beaches), and explore historical richness with [Immersive Guatemalan Culture and Nature Adventures](/en/go/immersive-guatemalan-adventure). Embrace nature with the [Land and Sea Maya Encounter](/en/go/land-and-sea-maya-encounter), or dive deep into the country's soul with [The Best of Guatemala: Nature Culture Immersion](/en/go/the-best-guatemala-nature-culture-immersion). For a unique experience, the [Verapaces: Highlands of Guatemala to Lake Atitlan](/en/go/highlands-of-guatemala-to-lake-atitlan) offers an adventure like no other. Either select one of the ready-to-book experiences below, or if you'd prefer, you can [fill out a questionnaire](/en/qa/guatemala) and one of our in-country experts will be ready to tailor a custom itinerary to your interests that go far beyond what is listed here. [Community Visit15](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/community-visit "Community Visit in Guatemala")[Cultural Activities15](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/cultural-activities "Cultural Activities in Guatemala")[Archaeological Sites10](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/archaeological-sites "Archaeological Sites in Guatemala")[Cooking Class8](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/cooking-class "Cooking Class in Guatemala")[Time in Nature8](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/time-in-nature "Time in Nature in Guatemala")[Walking tours8](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/walking-tours "Walking tours in Guatemala")[Art7](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/art "Art in Guatemala")[Hiking7](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/hiking "Hiking in Guatemala")[Custom Trips6](/en/explore/guatemala/custom-trips/all-activities "Custom Trips in Guatemala")[Getting to Know Locals6](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/getting-to-know-locals "Getting to Know Locals in Guatemala")[Historical Sites6](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/historical-sites "Historical Sites in Guatemala")[Lake6](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/lake "Lake in Guatemala")[Swimming6](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/swimming "Swimming in Guatemala")[Boat Tour5](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/boat-tour "Boat Tour in Guatemala")[Caving5](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/caving "Caving in Guatemala")[Coffee Farm5](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/coffee-farm "Coffee Farm in Guatemala")[Class/Workshop4](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/classworkshop "Class/Workshop in Guatemala")[Making Crafts4](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/making-crafts "Making Crafts in Guatemala")[Textile class4](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/textile-class "Textile class in Guatemala")[Wildlife Viewing4](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/wildlife-viewing "Wildlife Viewing in Guatemala")[Beach3](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/beach "Beach in Guatemala")[Camping3](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/camping "Camping in Guatemala")[Family Homestay3](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/family-homestay "Family Homestay in Guatemala")[Stand-up Paddle Boarding3](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/stand-up-paddle-boarding "Stand-up Paddle Boarding in Guatemala")[Weaving3](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/weaving "Weaving in Guatemala")[Multi-Day Tours2](/en/explore/guatemala/multi-day-tours/all-activities "Multi-Day Tours in Guatemala")[Birdwatching2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/birdwatching "Birdwatching in Guatemala")[Cycling2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/cycling "Cycling in Guatemala")[Fishing2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/fishing "Fishing in Guatemala")[Food Tour2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/food-tour "Food Tour in Guatemala")[Medicinal Healing2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/all-activities "Medicinal Healing in Guatemala")[Spiritual Ceremony2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/all-activities "Spiritual Ceremony in Guatemala")[Trekking2](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/trekking "Trekking in Guatemala")[Day Trips1](/en/explore/guatemala/day-trips/all-activities "Day Trips in Guatemala")[Lodging1](/en/explore/guatemala/lodging/all-activities "Lodging in Guatemala")[Chocolate Making1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/chocolate-making "Chocolate Making in Guatemala")[Community Lodge1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/community-lodge "Community Lodge in Guatemala")[Cultural Market1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/cultural-market "Cultural Market in Guatemala")[Eco-tourism1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/eco-tourism "Eco-tourism in Guatemala")[Farm Visit1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/farm-visit "Farm Visit in Guatemala")[Historic Hotel1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/historic-hotel "Historic Hotel in Guatemala")[Kayaking1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/kayaking "Kayaking in Guatemala")[Massage1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/massage "Massage in Guatemala")[River1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/river "River in Guatemala")[Surfing1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/surfing "Surfing in Guatemala")[Tubing1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/tubing "Tubing in Guatemala")[Zipline1](/en/explore/guatemala/all-types/zipline "Zipline in Guatemala") Enable Functional cookies to load this map. --- *Markdown rendition of /en/explore/guatemala/custom-trips/getting-to-know-locals (locale: en). 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