Although it may come as a surprise to some, many travelers tend to agree that Guatemala is one of the most fascinating destinations in the Americas. From hiking massive volcanoes to exploring ancient Mayan ruins, there’s certainly no shortage of unique and adventurous activities to keep yourself entertained.
For this article, we worked with various travel bloggers to bring you the 21 best things to do in Guatemala.
Now it should be noted that this isn’t a definitive list of every possible activity that you could do while visiting this Central American country. Instead, it highlights some of the best ones that you should definitely consider doing during your next trip to Guatemala.
With that being said, let’s jump right in and explore these diverse activities.
Things To Do In Antigua, Guatemala
Antigua is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that features elegant churches, stucco buildings, cobblestone streets, and vibrant colors throughout its many streets.
This stunning colonial town is a popular destination among those visiting Guatemala due to its proximity to the capital as well as its abundance of activities. Here are some of the best things to do in Antigua, Guatemala.
Take A Day Trip To Hobbitenango
Tucked into the volcanic mountains surrounding Antigua, Guatemala, is an awe-inspiring Lord of The Rings-esque village called Hobbitenango.
The property is set to look like a small Hobbit village and does an amazing job of fitting into the surrounding area. Built and operated with sustainability in mind, this place is an eco-friendly oasis in the most unsuspecting of places.
You can stay in one of the “Hobbit Holes” or simply visit the site as a guest and enjoy this unique attraction. Their restaurant deck has an amazing view of the nearby volcanoes and it offers a wide range of meals using the freshest local ingredients.
You can also play a round of mini golf, practice archery & axe throwing, swing over the on-site garden (on a large tree swing), or play some carnival inspired games. Whether you’re looking for a kid friendly activity or a unique Instagram-worthy spot, a trip up to Hobbitenango is well worth the ride.
There’s an open-air shuttle that runs up the mountain every couple of hours from Antigua. However, you can also take a taxi or Uber. It takes around 20 minutes to get up to the parking lot. From here you can either walk another 20 minutes to the main restaurant area or you can wait and take the 4×4 truck (normal cars can’t make it up the steep driveway).
There’s no entrance fee to visit the property except for Sundays when they have a farmer’s market and live music, which will cost you 50 quetzales ($6.50) per person.
Thanks to Aaron from The Dharma Trails.
Hike Acatenango Volcano
Guatemala is made up of 33 volcanoes but the most unique one is definitely the dormant Acatenango. Situated next to the world’s most consistency erupting volcano, which is called Fuego, the Acatenango volcano hike lets you experience an active volcano up close.
The strenuous hike is 11 miles (18km) long and it involves close to a 5,000 foot (1,500m) elevation gain, taking you to a 13,000 foot (3,976m) summit in just five hours. It’s also difficult due to slippery terrain and the rock scrambling that’s sometimes required to complete the hike. Acatenango can be hiked in a day, from 5am to 5pm, or via an overnight trip, which is highly recommended.
The overnight hike allows you to camp on Acatenango, just a stone’s throw away from the eruptions of the nearby Fuego volcano. The day hike means that you’ll miss out on sunset, sunrise, and the orange lava that’s only visible at night.
The overnight hike starts at 7am and it involves hiking five hours on the first day in order to reach the campsite, at which point you can experience sunset and watch Fuego’s eruptions. The second day includes a two hour roundtrip hike to the crater of Acatenango for sunrise, followed by a three hour hike back down to the base. You’re usually back in Antigua around midday on the second day with some incredible memories and very sore legs.
Thanks to Roshni from The Wanderlust Within.
Enjoy Rooftop Views At The Antigua Brewing Company
Located a mere block away from Antigua’s central plaza lies the Antigua Brewing Company, or ABC as it’s commonly abbreviated. Upon entering the building, you’ll have the choice of either sitting inside or making your way up a spiral staircase towards the rooftop deck. If the weather permits, you should definitely go with the rooftop as you’ll be greeted a birds eye view of this beautiful colonial city. There are a few wooden tables and some succulents placed around the deck, which help lend a nice ambience to the location.
ABC brews their own beer and they also feature a handful of rotating guest taps. Depending on your preference, you may want to try a flight where you receive a small sample of all six of their locally brewed beers. You’ll also receive a sheet with information on the beers and the flavors that you can expect from each one. If you get hungry along the way you’ll have the option to order food off of their extensive menu as well.
Although the Antigua Brewing Company isn’t the cheapest option for drinks in town, it’s great for those who want to taste Guatemalan craft beer and enjoy panoramic rooftop views of a vibrant city.
Experience Semana Santa
One of the highlights of the year in Antigua is seeing Semana Santa, which means holy week in English. During this week, which leads up to Easter, there are huge parades throughout Antigua and people carry around large floats called andas.
The parades cover a large area and on each block the people carrying the andas switch off. For context, they’re only allowed to carry the anda for one block. There’s usually a band or music preceding the float as well. The entire experience is very moving and somber. There’s something extraordinary about hundreds of people displaying their strong faith during this special event.
During the day before the parade, people will make colorful carpets in the streets called alfombras. Some are simple yet many are very elaborate and take hours to complete. These alfombras are made of sawdust, flowers, and sometimes fruit. The parade will walk over them later and they’ll be destroyed in the process.
Antigua will be filled with people from all over the country during Semana Santa so watching the parades can get very crowded. With this in mind, you should grab a map of the routes when you arrive. These can be found in the main square and are free.
You’ll want to get to the parade spot early and bring water. Guatemala is hot around this time of the year and with tons of people it gets even hotter. You could bring something to sit on while you wait and then stand once the parade passes by. Many parades will start and end at a church, so that is also a good place to be.
Thanks to Tiffany from A Girl and Her Passport.
Dirt Bike Around The Countryside
Guatemala will steal your heart the moment you arrive. The soaring volcanos, the Mayan heritage and the colorful colonial towns. It’s exciting too, with an element of wild west danger. I spent two years there, living in Antigua and Guatemala City, riding dirt bikes all over the countryside, and riding with 35,000 locals in Caravana del Zorro.
My favorite way to travel in this country is on two wheels, both on and off-road, and I got to do a lot of exploring this way. As a visitor you can do this with a company called Mag Tours, which is based in Antigua. They offer both guided and self-guided tours ranging from five to thirteen days. If you’re feeling adventurous, their thirteen day trifecta takes you through Honduras and El Salvador as well as Guatemala. It’s also possible to coordinate a customized tour through this company.
Even on the short tours you’ll see some of the most beautiful places in the country, like Lake Atitlan, and several of the nearby volcanoes. A guided tour takes the stress out of exploring because you never have to search for restaurants or worry about where you’re going to stay each night. At the same time it won’t diminish any of the thrill or adventure either.
You should ask them to take you to the other-worldly black sand of Luna Negra Pacaya and I highly recommend making your way to Finca Filadelfia for lunch at Cafetenango as well.
Thanks to Lizzie from Lizzie Lau.
Eat Brunch At Caoba Farms
Caoba Farms is a lush garden-like eatery located on the southern outskirts of Antigua and is probably one of the best spots in the city for brunch. The atmosphere is both rustic and trendy at once and all of the food is consciously sourced, eco-friendly, and organic.
You can pick from both local Guatemalan food as well as international choices before dining on one of the long communal tables. As Caoba is a working farm, it’s a nice break from the city center since it’s surrounded by greenery.
After biting into the freshest avocados, you can take part in one of their yoga classes or permaculture workshops. If you’re planning on visiting Caoba Farms, call ahead so that you can take part in one of their farm tours, which are offered at various times throughout the day. Pop over on a weekend and you’ll be happy to find a farmer’s market with some of the tastiest produce in all of Antigua.
Caoba Farms is also a fantastic place in Antigua for kids as they can learn more about how plants, flowers, and vegetables grow. Additionally, there’s a fantastic butterfly garden that allows you to witness the splendor of these fragile creatures.
Thanks to Callan from Once In A Lifetime Journey.
Hike Pacaya Volcano
Exploring a volcano (or even several) is easily among the best things to do in Guatemala, and a day spent climbing Volcano Pacaya is one of the most accessible ways to get up close and personal with Guatemala’s volcanoes.
Standing at 8,373 feet (8,552m) high and located a little under an hour and a half outside of Antigua, Pacaya can be climbed as part of a challenging but doable guided day trip, an option that’s quite difficult for taller volcanoes like Acatenango.
Even as the “easier” choice for an Antigua volcano climb during a trip to Guatemala, Pacaya is still a physical challenge and an all-day commitment that features a 1,500 feet (457m) climb in elevation throughout the hike.
Be sure to rent a walking stick for a few quetzales before you get started. Alternatively, if you don’t feel up for a hike, you can also hire a horse to help you make the trek.
Once you reach the crater of Pacaya, you’ll be greeted by smoke, lava, and typically a bag of marshmallows brought along by your tour guide. This allows you to eat what will likely be the only marshmallow that you’ll ever cook over volcano lava!
Thanks to Kate from Our Escape Clause.
Attend A Chocolate Making Workshop
One of the best things to do in Guatemala is to take a chocolate making workshop in Antigua. The class is held at the Chocomuseum and it starts with learning how cocoa grows in large pods. You then take beans that come from these pods and roast them. The husks are separated and then you grind the roasted beans into a paste. This paste is used to make several different kinds of chocolate.
Next up you’ll learn about and sample two kinds of tea that are made from the husks of the cacao bean. Chocolate was supposedly invented by the Mayans in present-day Guatemala and the first kind of tea that you’ll sample is a Mayan tea. It’s bitter and not at all what we’re used to. This tea is not that great, to be honest, but it’s interesting. The other tea is a “Spanish tea” and it’s much better. You’ll also make hot chocolate during the workshop.
The finale involves making chocolate truffles. You can choose from a large variety of natural flavors so they can be whatever flavor you prefer. They are refrigerated so you can come back and pick them up in a little while when they have set and are ready to be eaten.
This is a really fun activity in which you learn a lot and get to make (and try) lots of different kinds of chocolate, not to mention that it’s in the country where chocolate was originally invented. This is definitely a highlight of any trip to Guatemala.
Thanks to James from Travel Collecting.
Spend Time At Tenedor del Cerro
While looking for the best things to do in Guatemala, you’ll most likely find yourself in Antigua at some point. With so many things to see and explore on the ground, you may want to go a few levels up to get a unique perspective of the famous Acatenango volcano, which overlooks the city. Tenedor del Cerro makes the perfect place to do this. Not only is it a very popular breakfast and dining spot with excellent food but you can also find an excellent cultural center, which is home to a collection of contemporary sculptures.
If you choose to come here to see the viewpoint of the volcano, you can walk around the grounds free of charge without entering the restaurant. Also, within the same site, you’ll encounter some Instagram-worthy urban art installations plus an array of other interesting mosaics and sculptures that rotate throughout the seasons.
To get the best views of the volcanoes, I would recommend entering through the restaurant. This is especially worthwhile if you arrive on a rainy day when everything is wet outside. Since the restaurant itself is located on the mountainside, the views are absolutely spectacular.
Getting here from Antigua requires a bit of hike but it’s totally doable. If you don’t fancy walking you could either take a taxi or a free shuttle bus that leaves from Hotel Santo Domingo every hour on the hour.
Thanks to Daniel from Layer Culture.
Things To Do In Flores, Guatemala
Flores is a man-made island located in the state of Peten, which is the northernmost region of Guatemala. Most travelers stop by Flores in order to visit the nearby ruins of Tikal. However, there are numerous other attractions that you can explore in and around the island.
Here are some of the best things to do in Flores, Guatemala.
Visit The Tikal Mayan Ruins
Tikal is a ruin of an ancient city and one of the largest Mayan sites of the pre-Columbian era. A bustling city for hundreds of years, Tikal was a very important settlement within the ancient Mayan civilization.
However, due to overpopulation and draught, the city started to decline during the 10th century. This resulted in the abandonment of one of the greatest antiquities of the Americas. Tikal remained a mystery for centuries but the continuous exploration of archaeologists eventually led to the opening of this ancient past.
Personally, among the Mayan cities that I’ve visited, Tikal was my favorite. It’s a large site with lots of ancient structures that can be explored. One of my favorite structures is Temple IV, the tallest temple, where we started our day by watching the sun rise above the top of the jungle canopy. This temple is also famous because it was used as a filming location for the first Star Wars movie back in the 1970s.
Another popular spot within Tikal is the Lost World temple. One of our guides told us that archaeologists from the University of Pennsylvania found more temples underneath the ground near the Lost World temple and that they have started digging to further study the area. This might take a decade or more and is one of the reasons why I plan to return to Guatemala in the future.
So if you want to feel like Indiana Jones, you should definitely visit Tikal and explore this ancient city.
Thanks to Christine from The Backpacking Executive.
Read More: A Comprehensive Guide To Tikal, Guatemala
Tour The ARCAS Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation Center
The ARCAS Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation Center is located on the mainland near Flores and makes for a great outing from the island. In order to visit ARCAS, you’ll need to hire a lancha (a small boat) to take you there. The ride only takes about ten minutes and can be combined with some of the other activities listed below.
By visiting ARCAS, you’ll be supporting the rehabilitation of animals that have been rescued from the exotic pet trade, a problem which is somewhat rampant in many Central American countries. Their mission statement reads: “To improve the chances of survival and conservation of endangered species and their habitat, as well as assist in the rational management of natural resources.”
The rescue center features a diversity of animals, including but not limited to tropical birds, monkeys, turtles, pumas, and jaguars.
So please, skip the zoo (yes there’s actually a zoo near Flores) and visit ARCAS instead.
Spend Time At Jorge's Rope Swing
If you’re seeking a proper place to relax in Flores, look no further than Jorge’s Rope Swing.
Rope Swing? I can’t do a rope swing; I just want to lay down and take in the Guatemala sun.
Relax. Let me tell you why Jorge’s Rope Swing is one of the places you have to visit in Flores. Located about fifteen minutes from Flores by boat, Jorge’s Rope Swing is easily accessible. It’s a family-owned place where visitors can enjoy all of the facilities on the property. They have lounge chairs where you can lay down and sunbathe, board games that you can play with your friends (or locals that you’re sure meet there), and an onsite restaurant that serves traditional Guatemalan food.
I know you’re already convinced but that’s not all. For the adventurous travelers, Jorge’s Rope Swing also has a platform where you can jump directly into the lake. Just be careful because it’s a fifteen minutes boat ride back to Flores if you get hurt!
Whether you’re traveling solo, in a group, or with family, Jorge’s Rope Swing has numerous activities for you to enjoy.
Thanks to Sean from LivingOutLau.
Visit The Yaxha Mayan Ruins
If you’re looking for less touristy Mayan temples, you’ll love Yaxha (which is a Mayan word that means blue-green water). This is the third largest ancient Mayan city in Guatemala, after Tikal and El Mirador. At its peak, the Yaxha kingdom is estimated to have had a population of 42,000 inhabitants.
This archeological site includes the remains of more than 500 structures, including some that haven’t been excavated yet. Besides stepped pyramids, altars, and monuments, Yaxha also possesses one of the very few twin pyramid complexes outside of Tikal.
The site is situated between two lagoons and when you climb to the top of its tallest pyramid (structure 216), you’ll have an amazing view of these lagoons and the surrounding jungle. And what makes this place even more amazing is the impressive flora and fauna, which includes howler monkeys!
The Parque Nacional de Yaxhà-Nakum-Naranjo is easily accessible from Flores by bus and chances are that you’ll have these ruins all to yourself since most tourists only go to Tikal. You can visit Yaxha with or without a guide (prices vary between 100 and 200 quetzales) and most travel agencies also offer sunset tours of the site.
Thanks to Laura from LaureWanders.
Enjoy The View From El Mirador
Last but certainly not least, you should consider climbing up to the top of El Mirador in order to enjoy a birds eye view of Flores and the surrounding Lake Peten Itza.
El Mirador, which roughly translates to lookout point in English, can be reached by boat and requires a ten to fifteen minute uphill walk in order to reach the viewing platform. Once you get to the top you’ll be greeted by a cool breeze and, of course, stunning panoramic views. From there you can spend time taking pictures, meditating, or just cooling off as Flores is insanely hot throughout most of the year.
After you’ve finished enjoying El Mirador, you can walk back down towards the dock and eat lunch at the excellent restaurant located directly on the water. After eating you can lounge in the hammocks that are positioned along the beach, which are completely free for customers. Although it feels like you’re on a tropical Caribbean island, you may be surprised to learn that Flores is actually more than 100 miles away from the coast.
As a side note, there are many El Miradors within Guatemala and Latin America as a whole. This is just the one near Flores!
Read More: A Detailed Guide To Flores, Guatemala
Things To Do In Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
Lake Atitlan is a beautiful destination that boasts vivid blue water, quaint indigenous villages, and three towering volcanoes that can be seen from almost any location around the lake. Atitlan is one of Guatemala’s most popular destinations and it’s easy to see why.
Here are some of the best things to do in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala.
Take A Guided Tour Of San Juan La Laguna
San Juan La Laguna is one of the numerous villages located along the shores of Lake Atitlan. There isn’t much tourism here, which makes it an incredibly authentic destination.
Upon arriving to San Juan you’ll likely be approached by someone offering a guided tour for of the village’s collectives for 50 quetzales, which is about $6.50. These collectives are basically small businesses where multiple families have banded together in order to sell products such as textiles, medicinal plants, chocolate, and paintings, among other items.
During the tour you’ll visit four or five of these small collectives and learn about the processes that they use to create their products. It’s also helpful to realize that most indigenous people around Lake Atitlan, and indeed most of Guatemala, are very poor and that these collectives are a great way to improve the quality of life for both the workers and their families.
At the end of each presentation you’ll have the opportunity to purchase some of these diverse products or you could just leave a small tip for their time and hospitality.
Participate In A Cooking Class
I am by no means an expert chef but trying local foods in foreign countries is high on my family’s list of priorities. It’s even better if we can find somewhere to enjoy a quality cooking class at the same time. This was certainly the case when we traveled to Guatemala and prepared one of the best meals that we’ve had in our entire lives.
Our cooking class took place on the banks of Lake Atitlan and was led by Anita, who is owner of the Mayan Kitchen Cooking Class. We met Anita on a sunny January morning at the docks of San Pedro La Laguna, one of the many villages sprinkled throughout Lake Atitlan, and we headed to the local market to buy ingredients. We always make a point of visiting markets when we travel and the one in San Pedro was as lively and colorful as they come, with stalls stacked precariously high with local fruits and vegetables.
After buying the produce we walked to Anita’s home, where she runs these cooking classes. They take place on the rooftop of the building and feature unobstructed views of this beautiful lake. We were traveling with my children and they ended up being the main chefs that afternoon. They mashed potatoes to create tortas de papa (potato pancakes), smashed plantain to make rellenos de platano, and picked leaves off an assortment of herbs and vegetables. The end result was an amazing meal that we all rated as the best of our entire trip.
If you’re looking for a high quality cooking class on Lake Atitlan, I’d highly recommend booking a session through the Mayan Kitchen Cooking Class website.
Thanks to Katja from GlobeTotting.
Visit The Atitlan Nature Reserve
The Atitlan Nature Reserve makes for a great day trip while visiting Panajachel, which is the second most populated town on Lake Atitlan. You’ll need to hire a tuk tuk (a three wheeled taxi) in order to take you to the entrance of the reserve. This should only cost about $2.
Upon entering you can walk through a butterfly garden, go on a hike that features waterfalls and swinging bridges, visit a private beach, or zip line through dense foliage surrounding the reserve. The entire area is incredibly scenic and it’s usually not very crowded either.
The entrance fee is 70 quetzales for adults, which is about $9. However, you’ll have to pay closer to $30 if you would like to zipline as this requires the attention of the staff.
Overall, the Atitlan Nature Reserve is a peaceful location that features some of the best hiking trails found in Lake Atitlan.
Take A Tuk Tuk Tour Of Santiago Atitlan
Santiago Atitlan, commonly referred to as just Santiago, is a bit difficult to reach compared to some of the other villages throughout the lake. This is due to the fact that you’ll have to make your way over to San Pedro before transferring to a different lancha that will take you to Santiago.
Although it’s somewhat tricky to get there, Santiago is fascinating enough to make the longer journey worthwhile.
When you arrive you’ll be greeted by someone offering a Tuk Tuk tour of five special sites within the town. This person will often quote you a really high price but it’s definitely possible to negotiate and receive the tour for less than their original offer.
After agreeing on a price, hopefully one that’s cheaper than the original offer, you’ll hop into a Tuk Tuk and begin seeing diverse sites within the town. Here are some of the attractions that you’ll likely visit:
- A lookout point with a great view of one of the volcanoes
- A small park and monument where thirteen unarmed civilians were killed by the army during the Guatemalan civil war
- Another park where locals gather to wash their clothes in the lake
- Machimon, which is a wooden deity that’s either smoking, drinking, or sleeping 24/7
- An elegant Spanish church
My recommendation would be to visit on a Sunday, if possible, as this is when Santiago hosts a large outdoor market, which is quite interesting to walk through after the tour is finished.
Other Activities In Guatemala
Guatemala is much more than just Antigua, Flores, and Lake Atitlan. With this in mind, here are some other activities that you may want to explore while visiting Guatemala.
Go Swimming At Semuc Champey
Guatemala is so full of amazing things to see and experience that it’s almost impossible to choose just one as the best. We spent over a month backpacking Guatemala and loved every minute of it.
One of the most memorable things we did was swimming in the pools of Semuc Champey. This idyllic limestone paradise is one of the world’s most beautiful hidden gems. It’s located 7 miles (11km) from the tiny town of Lanquin and can be tricky to get to but it’s well worth the effort.
Semuc Champey is a natural limestone bridge which has a series of naturally stepped infinity pools filled with stunning turquoise water. Visitors can jump in for a relaxing swim and it makes for a great day out. The easiest way to get there is on a day tour from Lanquin.
You’ll start your day with a 25 minute bumpy ride in the back of a pickup truck. After that it’s a one hour hike up to El Mirador for fairy tale views of the natural bridge that makes up the six aquamarine pools.
By the time you’ve hiked down and reached the pools, you will have earned a well-deserved break in the inviting water. Once in you can either lay back and relax at the edge or jump from pool to pool until you’ve reached the last one. It just depends on how much energy you have!
Thanks to Audrey from Gumnuts Abroad.
Explore The Market At San Francisco El Alto
One of the best ways to experience a slice of real life in Guatemala is to wander around one of the country’s markets and mingle with the locals as they shop for fresh produce, clothes, and other basic necessities. Sadly, most foreign visitors never make it past the tourist-oriented markets in Antigua and other popular spots. While these may be good for picking up souvenirs, they don’t offer much insight into what life in Guatemala is really like.
To see a more authentic Guatemalan market, head to San Francisco el Alto on a Friday morning. Located in the Totonicapán department, about 12 miles (20km) northeast of Quetzaltenango, San Francisco el Alto has a population of about 40,000 people. Every Friday, though, the population swells significantly as people pour in from the surrounding towns and villages for the famous weekly market. One of the largest markets in the country, it completely takes over the town’s main square, which becomes a riot of color, smells, and sounds.
This area is especially famous for its fabrics so you will find plenty of stalls selling colorful textiles as well as ready-to-wear clothes. Hats, ponchos, and blankets made out of traditional Mayan cloth are also on offer, and for very reasonable prices. The best vantage point for watching all the action is from the roof of the church in the main plaza. If you’re a vegetarian or vegan traveler or are concerned about animal welfare, you may want to avoid the livestock section of the market where live animals are sold.
Thanks to Wendy from The Nomadic Vegan.
Learn Spanish In Quetzaltenango (Xela)
There are a number of reasons that Guatemala is one of the best places to learn Spanish in Latin America. The first is the cost. It’s exceedingly cost-effective to learn Spanish here. We paid just $125 a week for five hours of Spanish lessons five days a week, which also included all of our meals and accommodations at a homestay. Our school also provided Spanish language activities six days a week!
We elected to learn Spanish in Guatemala’s second largest city, Quetzaltenango, also known as Xela. Language schools here come with seriously good reviews and the cost of living here is very low, which is just as well as credit cards are not accepted and there are usually large fees to use ATMs in Guatemala.
The second reason to learn Spanish in Guatemala is because Guatemaltecas (locals) speak both slowly and without a discernible accent, making it super easy for beginners to learn. Mosts schools here work on what’s called full immersion. No English at all. You can stay in a homestay with local families to speed up your learning and there are a lot of options as to the structure of each lesson.
Many travelers choose to learn Spanish in Antigua or on the shores of Lake Atitlan, but we opted for Quetzaltenango because it has a neighborhood feel, it’s cheaper than the other locations, and its location at 6,560 feet (2,000m) will help you acclimate for hiking up a few volcanoes in Guatemala!
Thanks to Sarah from A Social Nomad.
And there you have it: the 21 best things to do in Guatemala. Whether you’re looking for exciting adventures or cultural experiences, you’re sure to find it in this diverse Central American country.
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This is an epic post, Michael! I love the photos, as well as how thorough you are. It is so obvious how passionate you are about Guatemala!
Hey thanks for reading and leaving a nice comment Kevin, really appreciate that! And it’s hard not to be passionate about Guatemala after spending time there!