Mar 2026
Central America · Guatemala
Central America
Guatemala
Guatemala is by far my favorite country in Central America. It has everything the region is known for: stunning volcanoes, world class chocolate and coffee plantations, jungles teeming with wildlife, Mayan ruins, and traditional villages, just to name a few. Hiking its famous Volcán Acatenango to watch neighboring Volcán Fuego erupt was one of the most otherworldly experiences I've had in my life and one I will never stop raving about. I've already convinced a friend to book a trip to Guatemala to do the same! And now I'll try to convince you.
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Antigua: A stunning colonial city surrounded by towering volcanoes, including Volcán Acatenango, which you can summit to get a fantastic view of the neighboring active volcano Fuego.
Lake Atitlan: A gorgeous lake surrounded by volcanoes and traditional villages.
Tikal National Park: The ruins of one of the most powerful Mayan cities, deep in the jungle.
El Paredon: A surfer's paradise on the Pacific Ocean known for its black sand beaches.
Semuc Champey: A limestone bridge with turquoise pools.
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