Authentic tour of Mayan art and culture in Lake Atitlan
This tour is offered in Spanish. However, the guide can communicate in basic English to explain the main points.
This tour takes you to discover three of the most authentic villages of Lake Atitlan: San Juan La Laguna, San Pedro La Laguna and Santiago Atitlan. Guided by a local host, you will live a deep cultural immersion in the rich Tz’utujil Mayan tradition.
During the tour, we will stroll through streets full of color and life, admire vibrant murals and traditional markets, and enjoy breathtaking landscapes of the lake and volcanoes surrounding each village.
You will know different cooperatives such as textiles, honey and chocolate. indigenous art workshops, We will also visit spiritual and historical sites such as the colonial church of Santiago Apostle and the house of the venerated Maximon.
More than a tour, it is a soul and heart experience, perfect for those who seek to connect deeply with local communities and take away unforgettable memories and learning.
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Explore Mayan Art and Culture at Lake Atitlan
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San Juan la Laguna
San Juan La Laguna is a charming Tz’utujil village on the shores of Lake Atitlan, renowned for its harmony between culture, nature and spirituality. During our visit, we will explore colorful murals that tell stories of the Mayan worldview, and meet women weavers’ cooperatives that use natural dyes extracted from plants or tree bark to make unique textiles with ancient techniques. We will also visit indigenous art workshops, where local painters proudly represent their identity and their connection to nature. San Juan is also home to small artisan chocolate workshops and pure honey producers, where you can taste natural flavors and learn about the role of the Mayan bee in local agriculture. The experience is completed with a visit to the Catholic Church of St. John the Baptist, a place of faith where indigenous and Christian traditions are mixed, reflecting the cultural syncretism of the people.
San Pedro La Laguna
San Pedro La Laguna is one of the most dynamic villages on Lake Atitlan. Located at the foot of the imposing San Pedro volcano, this destination combines the cultural heritage of the Tz’utujil Mayan people with vibrant youth and backpacking life. It is famous for being one of the best places to learn Spanish in Guatemala, thanks to its many schools with local teachers and stunning views of the lake. In addition, its artisan cafes, many with local organic coffee production, offer a perfect environment to relax while enjoying the scenery. In the center of the village, you can tour the colorful local market, where fruits, textiles and traditional products are found. You can also visit the Church of San Pedro Apostol, a colonial gem surrounded by history and devotion.
Santiago Atitlan
Discover one of the most authentic and deepest villages of Lake Atitlan. Santiago Atitlan is famous for its strong cultural identity, impressive hand-embroidered textiles and spiritual connection to the figure of Maximón, a Catholic Mayan deity revered with offerings of tobacco and liquor. We will visit the historic Church of Santiago Apostle, one of the oldest temples in the region. You can explore local markets, traditional craft workshops and walk through streets full of living history. A place that excites, teaches and leaves a mark on the heart.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We are specified where they are, we take care of going to bring them. We can also send them an address where it will be the starting point.
Meeting / End Points
- We can find you in front of the Community Library.
