Fringed by white sandy beaches, Guatemala is still a developing nation with astonishing beauty and its natural, historical and cultural appeal makes it a compelling place for travellers.
Guatemala is considered to be a birthplace of ancient Maya civilization, one of the most fascinating and influential cultures in our world’s history. Explore Tikal and El Mirador, ancient Mayan settlements located deep in the jungle and climb up the tallest pyramid in the world, La Danta. Discover the Mayan culture by visiting villages at one of the most stunning lakes in the world, Lake Atitlan, surrounded by volcanic ash and three cone-shaped volcanoes.
Enjoy traditional Mayan cuisine of corn, chillies and beans, visit the perfectly preserved colonial city of Antigua and climb volcanic peaks!
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The best time to visit Guatemala is during the dry season, December to March and again in July and August. The rainy season runs roughly from May to October with the worst of the rain falling in September and October.
In Guatemala the standard voltage is 120 V. The standard frequency is 60 Hz. The power sockets that are used are of type A / B / G / I. Please double check with us before you go.
The tap water is generally not safe to drink in Guatemala. It is recommended to only drink water from bottles as well as use bottled water when brushing your teeth.
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Experience Guatemala's highlights including the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal, cultural Lake Atitlan, charming Antigua and Chichicastenago's markets
Travel across the Guatemalan border into Honduras to the ancient Maya city of Copan to explore this amazing archaeological site.
Tikal, translated as “Place of Voices”, is one of the top tourist attractions in Guatemala. The site is an ancient Mayan citadel located deep in the rainforest in Tikal National Park and is one of the largest archaeological sites in Central America.
See Tikal Tours HereCharming colonial city with baroque-style monument buildings, cobblestone streets, and plazas, Antigua is one of the highlights of Guatemala. This small city surrounded by volcanoes is a place of rare beauty, vibrant culture and historical significance.
See Antigua Guatemala Tours HereSituated in the Guatemalan highlands, Lake Atitlan is a stunning natural wonder. The lake lies at 1,563 m above sea level and occupies a valley dammed by volcanic ash and three cone-shaped volcanoes; Atitlan, Toliman and San Pedro.
See Lake Atitlan Tours HereMonterrico is situated on the Pacific coast of Guatemala and is steeped with a tropical flavour. The coastal village and its volcanic black sand beaches are growing popular with foreign tourists as a beach break from Antigua or Guatemala City.
See Monterrico Tours HereFlores is a small island village on Lake Penten Itza and a gateway for tourists that are visiting Tikal, only 65 km away. The small town is loaded with colonial charm, beautiful buildings that make the most of the lake views.
See Flores Tours HereEl Mirador is a large pre-Columbian Mayan settlement only discovered in 1926. It is located deep in the jungle and offers stunning views of the ancient culture of the Mayas. The pyramids were built over 2000 years ago and was home to thousands of people.
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