Lake Atitlan Village Tour - Santiago & San Juan La Laguna
Take a boat across the calm waters of Lake Atitlan to the villages of Santiago de Atitlan and San Juan la Laguna, each with a distinctive character yet both very charming and two of the most fascinating of the surrounding villages.
Area
Lake Atitlan
Type
Community & Culture
Who
Adults
Teens
Difficulty
Leisurely
In San Juan la Laguna, the women are plauded for their beautiful handcrafted textiles and dyeing techniques, which utilize naturally grown plants from the local area. Watch the women create their intricate textiles using a traditional backstrap loom. From here you can visit a local workshop of traditional naïf painters, before taking the boat across to Santiago.
Tuck into a delicious lunch and explore the town with your guide, who will introduce you to Maximón, the Mayan Saint who moves annually to a new home and must be looked after 24 hours a day. You may be lucky enough to see a shaman performing a ritual during your visit at the candle-lit alter. Afterwards, explore the fascinating Catholic church and haggle for a bargain at the bustling market.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationCasa Palopo
Previously a private estate but now an exclusive beautifully decorated hotel overlooking the startlingly blue Lake Atitlan and surrounded by breathtaking volcanoes and indigenous villages - one of Central America's most spectacular sights.
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View AccommodationLa Casa del Mundo
La Casa del Mundo intertwines with the surrounding lush rainforest overlooking the beautiful Lake Atitlan. Marvel at the untouched beauty from the lakeside with panoramic views of all three volcanoes over the horizon.
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View AccommodationHotel Atitlan
Hotel Atitlan has a superb location on the fringes of Guatemala's Lake Atitlan, with most rooms benefiting from the most spectacular views of the lake and volcanoes beyond. The hotel has 60 unique rooms and plenty of facilities to complement your stay.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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![Guatemalan lady selling woven fabrics at Chichi]()
View ExperienceChichicastenango Market
The pretty highland town of Chichicastenango is famed for holding the biggest and best market in Guatemala, where indigenous peoples come from all over the area to sell their wares. Spend a full day exploring the maze of stalls and observing local life.
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