Antigua to Peten, Guatemala

Immersive Guatemalan Culture and Nature Adventure

11 Days |
Cultural Activities, Historical Sites and Getting to Know Locals
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Experience 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 a river through caves in a Q’eqchi community, learn about Guatemalan coffee, explore mayan ruins, and visit countless communities that will provide unique insight into the cultural depths of this Central American country. If you are looking for a truly different Guatemala experience, then this trip is for you!

This trip is 100% customizable to fit your travel style and budget! One of our in-country trip planners will make it perfect for you, at no cost or obligation. Let's customize this!

Trip Details

Duration

11 Days / 10 Nights

Travel Style

Active Adventure, Cultural Immersion, Historical Sites and Off the Beaten Path

Languages

English, Spanish and Other Local Language
A bilingual Lokal team member will guide the way and make intros, but you will interact with lots of locals who only speak Spanish or Q'eqchi.

Physical Activity

Light activity and Moderate activity

Location

Small Towns/Villages, Rural Communities, Lake and Mountains

Connect

Wifi: Limited
Cell: Limited
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Displaying dolls made from corn husk at Uaxactun.

Highlights

  • Stay in a peaceful hillside community and hike to a natural spring

  • Stay in a traditional Mayan home on the shores of Lake Atitlan

  • Visit a coffee cooperative and meet the local farmers

  • Explore little visited caves with q'eqchi communities

  • Swim in the pristine pools and waterfalls of Las Conchas

  • Stay overnight in a community lodge amidst the Mayan ruins of Uaxactun

Details

Schedule

Arrive anytime on Day 1 and get ready to start your adventure

Availability

Set Departure Date
February 2 - 12, 2019

Group

10 Travelers Maximum

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive and Relax

Day 2 - Explore San Cristobal el Alto

Day 3 - Lake Atitlan & Textile Tour

Day 4 - Hike, fish, and swim!

Day 5 - Drive to Coban

Day 6 - Explore Coban and Relax

Day 7 - Mucbilha Caves and Community Visit

Day 8 - Las Conchas Waterfalls and Cuevas de S'etzol

Day 9 - Explore Tikal and Uaxactun Community

Day 10 - Mayan Culture and Flores

Day 11 - Departure

What's Included

Lodging

Community Lodge, Family Homestay, Eco Lodge and Guesthouse

Activities

Boat Tour, Caving, Coffee Farm, Community Visit, Food Tour, Getting to Know Locals, Historical Sites, Hiking, Swimming and Wildlife Viewing
All of these are included! See the itinerary for details.

Guide

Bilingual guide

Food

Some meals included (see itinerary)
All meals are included!Get ready for delicious, traditional Guatemalan food.

Transport

Private van, Taxi, Air-con bus, Tuk tuk and Boat

Your Local Host

Lokal Adventures

Lokal Adventures

Locally Owned Social Enterprise

Lokal's co-founders lead a few small group adventures each year for travelers interested in truly immersive experiences. We'll personally introduce you to local communities and take you to some of our favorite places that we don't advertise elsewhere on our si

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Getting There

We'll be there to pick you up at the airport in Guatemala City and take you to our first stop outside of Antigua!

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One of our local experts in Guatemala will make this the perfect trip for you!

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Speaks: English, Spanish and Other Local Language

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