Lake Atitlan

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Good Views / Viewpoint, Popular with Locals, Walking/Hiking, Lake

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Considered to be one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, Lake Atitlán, located in the Guatemalan Highlands, is the deepest lake in Central America and surrounded by three volcanoes. Created from a volcano (the lake fills a caldera which erupted more than 84,000 years ago!), the fertile ground around the lake is home to numerous agriculture, including coffee and corn.

Aside from just taking in the breathtaking beauty of the lake, other options to enjoy this slice of nature include eco-adventures, including guided hikes of the San Pedro volcano, and kayaking. For those who want to explore on foot, the Reserva Natural Atitlán is home to hundreds of butterflies, coffee groves and even a waterfall. If water activities are wanted, take a boat across the lake to one of the traditional Maya villages like Santiago Atitlan.

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Review by Yassir E, May 2013
Doing what: Lake Atitlán Sightseeing Cruise with Transport from Antigua

Great guide, great experience, would highly recommend

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Review by devora m, March 2013
Doing what: 8-Day Best of Guatemala Tour: Antigua, Pacaya Volcano, Lake Atitlan and Tikal Ruins

It was excellent

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Review by Nancy W, USA, March 2013
Doing what: Lake Atitlán Sightseeing Cruise with Transport from Guatemala City

Lake Atitlan is beautiful. The surrounding towns are very Mayan and so interesting. I've been to many Latin American countries. Guatemala, with its strong Mayan culture still so intact, I very worth seeing.

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Practical Info

Explore nearby villages of Lake Atitlán. Surrounding the lake are little towns and villages which still represent Maya culture with traditional dress. However, the largest of the nearby towns, Panajachel, is where the tourists flock.

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