Top Central Highlands Nature and Wildlife

This is the ideal day-tour for those who love culture and nature. We will leave Antigua at 6 in the morning and drive for 1:50hrs to visit the beautiful Los Tarrales Natural Reserve. This 1,300-hectare private reserve is located right at Atitlan´s volcano slope. In its extension, experts have counted more than 350 species of birds reside. During our morning visit, you will also enjoy miles of trails with coffee bushes, ornamental plants, jungle and water springs. For lunchtime, we will visit the charming Mayan Village of San Lucas Toliman. Before to take our shuttle back to Antigua, don´t forget to interact with the locals right at lake Atitlan´s shore and check out their products and handicrafts. This activity has been designed to amaze and fulfill the expectations of travelers looking for re-encountering nature. From amateur/nature lovers to avid birders.

Take a walk back in time as you explore the idyllic Mayan villages, ancient rituals and gorgeous scenery of Lake Atitlan on this strenuous day-long hike on the Upper Mayan Trail. Interact with the local Cakchiquel and Tzutujil Mayan tribes, visiting the town of Santa Cruz la Laguna and tracing a path along a steep path used by the tribes for centuries. You’ll also have the chance to observe the rituals of local shamans and visit the second largest market in the country. Your hike also includes round-trip hotel transport from Antigua.

Spend the night on the side of an active volcano without any heavy equipment or steep hiking required on this family-friendly camping trip from Antigua. Follow your guide along the flat, easy terrain of Pacaya Volcano for roughly 1.5 to three hours. Then, watch the sunset over the crater and roast marshmallows on natural hotspots before curling up in your included tent and sleeping bag.

Make your trip to Pacaya Volcano truly memorable by conquering the mountain on horseback. While traversing up the volcano, you will ascend almost to the top of the 8,373' massive active volcano. Stop for a picturesque view and admire the sporadic explosions from a safe distance, and roast marshmallow's in the steam vents surrounding your viewing location. After your trek up Pacaya stop and take a break at the Santa Teresitas Thermal Pools and Hot Spring. This exclusive hot spring spa offers a therapeutic thermal circuit and thermal steam sauna from natural thermal pools. Experience the thermal circuit along with messages, or enjoy the fun of the family pool with slide. With 13 thermal pools that are maintained at varying temperatures, you are sure to find an ideal thermal water relaxation experience.

Lake Atitlan & Villages is part of the traditional one-day tours of Tikal Go. The tour can start from Antigua Guatemala or Guatemala City, depending on where you are. If you are looking to visit Lake Atitlan for a day, this is a great option since you’ll be visiting Panajachel and also Santiago de Atitlán in a private boat. You’ll have enough time to enjoy one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. Atitlán owes its greatness to its enormous size and its spectacular volcanic environment. Lake Atitlán was formed when a volcanic caldera detached itself from its magma. Three majestic volcanoes, Atitlán, Tolimán and San Pedro, increase its grace from its southern shore, its perfect cones are reflected in the blue mirror of the lake. You can also see the fabric made and worn by the Mayan women Tzutujil and Cakchiquel who live around the lake and many of the men also wear traditional hand-woven clothes, in this wonderful and incredible place.

Plan your day at the Aurora Zoo in Guatemala City by booking your tickets in advance. Pick up your tickets from the zoo office when you arrive—a great choice for visitors making the most of a layover or coming directly from the nearby airport. Or, opt to have the tickets dropped off at your Guatemala City or Antigua hotel so that you can squeeze in more time with the animals.

Get in touch with your wild side during a visit to Auto Safari Chapín, Guatemala's only drive-through zoo, followed by an exploration of the black sand beach of Monterrico during this 2-day, 1-night adventure. Take a trip through Auto Safari Chapín, the first zoo in Central America to offer a driving safari experience amidst the park’s wild animals. Then spend the night at Monterrico Beach, where you’ll learn about the area’s turtle conservation efforts and maybe even observe its annual November influx of hatchlings. This nature-themed overnight trip also includes accommodation and attraction fees.

Discover the lively highland culture and beautiful scenery of Guatemala during a 2-day, 1-night visit to Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan. Immerse yourself in the fascinating market found in Chichicastenango, where vendors hawk everything from wood handicrafts, ceramics to offerings for Mayan religious ceremonies. You’ll then spend the night in the picturesque town of Panjachel on Lake Atitlan before enjoying a scenic boat tour of the lake and visit to the village of Santiago Atitlan the next day. Your Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan trip includes a guide, accommodations, breakfast, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport.

This popular Pacaya Volcano day trip from Guatemala City is the perfect way to experience the beauty of the country’s most active volcano. Follow your expert local guide to the top of this fiery mountain and look out over stunning views of Guatemala countryside. It’s a memorable way to experience the natural beauty of this incredible country and is perfect for novice hikers.

Soak up the scenery of central Guatemala over three memorable days with this action-packed tour from Guatemala City. Enjoy two nights accommodation in the alpine town of Cobán, with ample opportunities to discover the surrounding countryside. Follow your guide on a 3-hour hike through the El Biotopto del Quetzal forest; cool off in the rock pools of Semuc Champey; and explore the Lanquin and Rey Marcos caves.

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.

Take in the highlights of central Guatemala over three memorable days on this action-packed tour from Antigua, including accommodation. Experience village life in the alpine town of Cobán, then spot quetzal and rare orchids on a 3-hour hike through the El Biotopto del Quetzal forest. Venture underground to explore the Lanquin Caves; marvel over the stalagmites and stalactites of the Rey Marcos Caves; and plunge into the rock pools of Semuc Champey.

This drive-through safari tour from Puerto Quetzal is a kid-friendly way to discover Guatemala’s wildlife without leaving the comfort of a private vehicle. Skip the hassle of renting a car and enjoy door-to-door transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle that takes you straight from your cruise port to the drive-through safari. Then, ride through it to see wild animals in a natural habitat—not cages.

Combine a sightseeing trip to stunning Lake Atitlan with a visit to the lake’s idyllic indigenous villages on this 10-hour private tour from Guatemala City. Pass through a landscape of quaint mountain villages, pine forests and highland lakes on your way to the town of Panjachel on the shores of Lake Atitlan. After a public boat ride across this gorgeous body of water, you’ll explore Santiago Atitlan, soaking up its rich indigenous culture and fascinating Mayan traditions. This private Santiago Atitlan and Lake Atitlan excursion includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Discover the lively highland culture and beautiful scenery of Guatemala during a 2-day visit to Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan from Antigua. Immerse yourself in the fascinating market found in Chichicastenango, where vendors hawk everything from colorful handicrafts to candles, medicinal plants, food and machetes. You’ll then spend the night in the picturesque town of Panjachel on Lake Atitlan (accommodations at your own expense) before enjoying a scenic boat tour of the lake and visit to the village of Santiago Atitlan the next day. Your Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan trip includes a guide, round-trip hotel transport and lake cruise.

Discover the lively highland culture and beautiful scenery of Guatemala during a 2-day visit to Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan. Explore the fascinating market of Chichicastenango, where vendors hawk everything from colorful handicrafts to candles, medicinal plants, food and machetes. You’ll then spend the night in the picturesque town of Panjachel on Lake Atitlan (accommodations at your own expense) before enjoying a scenic boat tour of the lake and visit to the village of Santiago Atitlan the next day. Your Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan trip covers a guide, round-trip hotel transport and lake cruise.

A full day of adventure in the Pacaya Volcano to admire the beautiful landscape and delight yourself in an outdoor space surrounded by local vegetation.

Start a full day of adventure in the Pacaya Volcano to admire the beautiful landscape and delight yourself in an outdoor space surrounded by local vegetation.

Birdwatching is an outdoor activity that brings you to the heart of nature. Having close contact with the forest, birds, and mammals that live in the highlands of Guatemala is an experience that will make you have full-body goosebumps. Guatemala is a megadiverse country, blessed with an incredible amount of flora, fauna, and microclimates that make it unique in the world. Come join us on this breathtaking tour where you´ll have the opportunity to watch our national bird, El Quetzal. The rain forest is the habitat of this beyond-beautiful bird, but not only that, is the home of dozens of different mesmerizing flowers and animals. If we´re lucky enough, we´ll have the chance to see El Quetzal, a sacred bird since the prehispanic era. Immerse yourself in this never-to-forget tour full of nature, birdwatching, and a refreshing dip in the natural pools formed by the waterfalls of the area if you wish. You´re just a few clicks away from a real-life fantasy!

Picture yourself in the middle of the jungle surrounded by abundant orchids, tropical flowers, and wild birds. The singing of the birds and breathing fresh air will give you peace of mind and joy. Due to its location and tropical weather, Guatemala has more than 1,400 species of orchids. In this tour, we'll take you through a 1-km-long path with 9 interactive stations and you will have the chance to observe 450 species of orchids. But that's not all! You will also learn about the connection between these mesmerizing flowers and butterflies, do birdwatching, and if you're lucky enough, you will see the Scaled Antpitta, a unique and not-frequently observed bird. And if you are a nature lover as we are, many other activities will bring all your senses to life. The Natural Reserve of Orquigonia is a rescue and conservation center located just a few minutes away from Cobán. So don't hesitate and get ready to be amazed by this delightful place!

Have you heard the phrase “disconnect to reconnect”? The natural park of Semuc Champey is the best option if you want to reconnect with yourself in the middle of nature. Visit the region of “Las Verapaces”, where you'll feel completely disconnected from your daily routine. Pass through the rainy forest to a tropical paradise of fauna and flora. Learn about the different Mayan communities. Discover the remote Natural Paradise of Semuc Champey with its unique turquoise waters and natural pools. Immerse at the gates of the “infra world” like the Mayans used to believe, in a complex of caves where you’ll have fun at its natural slides. Are you ready for adventure?

Take this out of the box tour and get to know Antigua Guatemala and its lands full of avocado. After we finish wandering around the Colonial city of Antigua, we'll take you to a natural space in the hills where you can get familiar with the avocado production, canopy lines, Guatemalan home made restaurant and much more. Its facilities are ecological, with suspension bridges and wonderful views to Antigua Valley and volcanoes. It is certainly ideal to visit with family, friends or couple.

If you are looking to experience the adrenaline of Guatemalan volcanoes without too much physical effort, this tour is for you. This trip allows visitors to approach as much as possible one of the Acatenango Volcano Summits in a Comfortable 4×4 vehicle, and therefore Only need to walk for approximately 1 and a half hour to the top.

An incredible view of the Pacaya volcano with 2,500 meters high, on the way to the ascent we can observe flora and fauna of the area, views of the different volcanoes that make an unforgettable experience, you walk on petrified lava and if it is possible to see lava rivers . It is an incredible adventure that you should not miss in Guatemala.