Lake Atitlán

Lake Panajachel, Sololá, Guatemala

What to expect

Lake Atitlán is a stunning lake in the Guatemalan Highlands, known for its teal-colored freshwater, surrounded by culturally rich Maya towns and three volcanos. It offers various activities like hiking, scuba diving, and visiting hot springs, making it a popular ecotourism destination

Plan your family visit to the Lake Atitlán with these blog insights 👇

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A Week In Guatemala With Kids

A Week In Guatemala With Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We took a day trip from Antigua to Lake Atitlan. We visited several towns on the lake by boat, including San Juan La Laguna, San Pedro La Laguna, and Santiago Atitlan. We learned about coffee production, Mayan bees, weaving, and even visited the Mayan deity Maximon

Highlights: The kids enjoyed each stop on the tour, and we all learned so much about the local culture ✨

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Guatemala with children: Itinerary & guide for 10 days

Guatemala with children: Itinerary & guide for 10 days
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited different places around Lago Atitlan. The beaches were unfortunately very polluted. We also went by boat to San Pedro la Laguna

Highlights: San Marcos was our favorite place on the lake! It's a small, hip place where we felt very safe and comfortable. We also enjoyed the boat trips ✨