Guatemala · TOUR REVIEWS
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Every tour on this site on one page, strongest first. These 15 beat everything else in Guatemala right now: what each costs, how long it runs, and what you actually get for the money. The full catalogue sits underneath if none of them suits your dates.
A tough 2-day Acatenango hike from Antigua with cabin sleep, sunrise at altitude, and eruptions of El Fuego in Guatemala.
“Amazing experience, one in a lifetime for sure. The guides could have been much better. None of them spoke a single word in english and you could not see them most of the time. Besides that, great experience.”
A fast powerboat day around Antigua with Stingray City, Pillars of Hercules snorkeling, beach time at Rendezvous Bay, plus lunch and rum punch.
“It was a great choice of excursion during our vacation in Antigua! The operator is very easy to contact through WhatsApp. Mac, Dino and David made the activity safe and fun. Very informative as well. We get to explore around the beautiful island of Antigua. The free lunch, snacks and rum punch is a plus.”
Hike Pacaya Volcano from Antigua in about 6 hours, roast marshmallows on lava vents, and chase views of Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango.
“This was a great trip! I got picked up at 2:15 and retuned at 7:20. The tour guide was thoughtful and gave us a background. it was chilly so bring some layers and a snack!”
Flores to Tikal with a certified guide, jungle trails, and temple climbs. Choose start times or a 3:00 am sunrise option. Tickets extra.
“We had the best guide ever! Big thanks to Henry. The Tikal experience was amazing. Would do it again everyday!”
Hike Pacaya Volcano from Antigua for red-hot lava views, steam vents, and pine forest scenery, with guides and marshmallows. Entry extra.
“We had a great time, the drive was safe, rather slow and a timely pick up/drop off. Our guide Roberto was very nice and took care of the group. We had different fitness levels on the tour and had breaks every 15-20 minutes which made the main hike pretty easy. For the price of this tour, it’s the exact same thing as all other tours offer and we had a great time!”
Two days hiking Acatenango from Antigua, sleeping at 3,700m, watching Fuego from basecamp, then catching sunrise and heading back down.
“Our guides Aiden and Alex were amazing! We took regular breaks on the way up and they made us delicious food at the top! The hike is tough but if you’ve done any hikes in Patagonia for example then we found those to be harder. Take note that the toilet is a hole in the ground with no toilet paper or anywhere to wash your hands, so advice would be take enough toilet paper with you and some hand wipes! The a-frame cabins are equipped with 4 single mattresses on the floor which we shared with another couple. It was warm enough for the majority of the night but before…”
Guided hike from Antigua to active Pacaya Volcano with a local guide, lava views, steaming vents, and marshmallows. Transport included.
“I absolutely loved our hike! We did the sunset hike so definitely bring a flash light. Our tour guide was amazing he made the hike enjoyable, was funny and personable, shared historical facts, and ensured everyone felt comfortable throughout. The hike itself wasn’t too bad, but be prepared for a lot of incline right from the start. I recommend getting a walking stick from the locals who sell them when you arrive. The views were beautiful! Overall, I would definitely recommend this hike.”
Scenic full-day Antigua tour with Devil's Bridge, Shirley Heights, Nelson Dockyard, Fig Tree Drive and Darkwood Beach, lunch included.
“Deborah is a great tour guide. Very informative and answered all our questions. The tour covers several stops. Would definitely recommend.”
Walk Antigua’s main sights in 2.5 hours with a small-group guide, stories of Guatemala’s third capital, and practical tips.
“We really enjoyed our tour through town! We learned all about the Spanish influence in the architecture and building details that we completely missed while walking around ourselves. Our tour guide, Luis Gonzalez, was patient with our 7 year old who became fixated on cotton candy while walking around and provided a fun trivia throughout the tour. He was fabulous with kids and tried to keep her interested through the tour. The length was perfect and the historical knowledge was something we wouldn’t have learned otherwise. After the tour, we found ourselves continuing to point out things our guide informed us about! Low key and small, we enjoyed every minute…”
Antigua snorkel cruise to Bird Island and Paradise Reef with guided reef stops, beach lobster lunch, rum punch, and hotel pickup.
“Very professional, knowledgeable and fun staff. Great training and assistance if first time snorkeling. Delicious food. We had a wonderful time.”
Antigua to Lake Atitlán villages in a single day, with a private boat, bilingual guides, volcano views, and cultural stops in San Juan and Santiago.
“We loved it! Kevin was an amazing guide, he really knew what he was talking about and was incredibly friendly. We got to see so many things in one day, everything was very well organized. 100% recommended!”
2-day Acatenango hike from Antigua with a guide, sleeping by Volcán de Fuego eruptions and chasing sunrise views. From $53 plus extras.
“Abner was really the best guide you could ask for. Very patient and informative. The views were worth every step of the way. (The food wasn’t my favorite so I would recommend bringing extra snacks.)”
Lake Atitlán day tour from Antigua with a guide, shared boat between Panajachel, San Juan, San Pedro, and Santiago, plus Maximón crafts.
“It was awesome!! Getting to see the sights and try the food was amazing. Our tour guides were also excellent!”
Cycle through Antigua coffee plantations, visit Finca La Azotea, then taste local sweets and fermented drinks on a small guided bike tour.
“This tour far exceeded my expectations. Our guide gave us an educational experience that went beyond typical tourist attractions. We learned a lot about coffee, cacao, and the incredible people who make Guatemala, Guatemala. Cannot recommend this experience enough.”
Ride an ATV through Antigua and the surrounding hills, then visit Hobbitenango and a chocolate factory in San Juan del Obispo.
“We had an amazing time on this tour!! Wouldn’t Change a thing! Everyone was really great and our guide Gio was stellar!”
