If you’re visiting Panajachel in Guatemala, stopping at the Reserva Natural de Atitlan is a must-do. The Reserva Natural de Atitlan is just a few minutes from Panajachel’s town center, a perfect place to enjoy the lush natural beauty of the Guatemalan rainforest. It is definitely one of the best things to do in Panajachel. … Read more
Río Dulce, Guatemala is one of the best places to add to a Guatemala itinerary if you want jungle, river canyons, hot springs, Maya ruins, Caribbean culture, and a completely different side of the country from Antigua, Lake Atitlán, or Tikal. This Río Dulce travel guide covers the best things to do in Río Dulce, … Read more
If you haven’t walked along dramatic and beautiful black sand beaches in Guatemala, you are missing out on a magical experience! Some of the best beaches in Guatemala are on its Pacific coasts, places of deep chill, and stunning wilderness. Guatemala’s beaches are full of palm trees to relax with an icy beverage on hand. … Read more
If you’re looking for one of the most authentic villages in Lake Atitlán, San Antonio Palopó should be at the top of your list. Perched above the lake on the eastern shore, this Kaqchikel Maya village is known for its hand-painted pottery, traditional weaving, stunning lake views, and slower pace of life. I’ve been visiting … Read more
I was born in Guatemala. Lake Atitlán has been part of my life since before I can remember — my family brought me here as a child, I came back every summer through seventeen years of living in the United States, and now I’m home full-time. I have watched this lake across six decades of … Read more
