Amazing Guatamala
Guatemala | Jul 5 - Jul 20, 2024

Anne
Anne M.
the Netherlands | Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024

The trip was exceptionally well-organized, with Chris and the team always available to answer any questions or to make suggestions. The roundtrip itinerary was thoughtfully planned, making perfect sense for exploring the best of Guatemala. Our guide for the first part, Diana, was incredibly motivated to accommodate her guests. She has extensive knowledge of the culture and a deep love for her country. We enjoyed a very active and sporty vacation, just as we had wished for.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Panchoy
Antigua
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Acatenango Campsite

Best location on the campsite!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Isla Verde
Santa Cruz la Laguna
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
no warm water for showers; bathroom not very clean and with spiders; running water which made the bathroom constantly wet area
Ramon's Village Resort
San Pedro
Authenticity & Character
Location
divecenter at the hotel
Staff
overall friendly staff but sometimes a bit too pushy
Cleanliness & Comfort
food is not the best food on San Pedro; rooms were very clean !
Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten

restaurant staff not very welcoming and a bit impolite; you always have to pay every single bill and no possibility to have one check-out bill. Even different billing between bar and restaurant. Therefore incurring creditcard costs for every single transaction. Water needed to paid for. No water offered at breakfast.

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Activity Reviews
Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Class
Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Class
Antigua
Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Guatemala
Sunrise on Acatenango & Descent
Sunrise on Acatenango & Descent
Guatemala
Boat Tour of Lake Atitlán Villages
Boat Tour of Lake Atitlán Villages
Guatemala
Explore Tikal National Park
Explore Tikal National Park
San Ignacio
Valley Ride - Bicycle Tour of Antigua's Villages, Farms, and Ruins
Valley Ride - Bicycle Tour of Antigua's Villages, Farms, and Ruins
Antigua

Biking very dangerous because of traffic. we were expecting a ride in nature but this was more of a road ride. So would rather do this tour by quad for example because the biking itself is not pleasant. The tour was great! Chocolate factory, Macademia nuts etc!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hike Acatenango Volcano & Camp Overnight
Hike Acatenango Volcano & Camp Overnight
Guatemala
Kayaking & Hiking Lake Atitlán
Kayaking & Hiking Lake Atitlán
Guatemala

The hike had to be cancelled because of a miscommunication with Mundo hotel. Also the hike would have been at noon which is the hottest period of the day. So not very convenient timing. The kayak was great fun!!

Local specialist: Chris Gwinner
Chris
Chris Gwinner
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Replied on Jul 30, 2024

It was our pleasure Anne and thank you again for visiting Guatemala! It was great to meet you and your kids during your time here in Antigua. Diana had a great time during the rest of the trip with your family and really appreciated your great energy. Spread the word about Guatemala with your friends and family, the more people know the better!