Across the Guatemalan Highlands to the Most Beautiful Lake in the World.
Day 1
We start the day by meeting at the Quetzaltrekkers office for breakfast before making our way to the bus station were we catch a bus to Xecam. We then start the days trekking by climbing out of the valley, enjoying some fantastic views of Santa Maria and the Xela valley. After taking a break, we make our way across the open grass land, passing through some small settlements and stopping for lunch just outside an indigenous village overlooking the cloud forests above Xetinamit. After lunch we descend through the cloud forest to Santa Catarina (a.k.a. Ixtahuacán) where we spend the night.

Day 2
After a fairly early rise we have a typical breakfast in a comedor in the market square.
We then make our way along the valley, taking breaks at viewpoints and passing through farm land before dropping down to the river for a well earned break. Next we ascend to the top of a ridge, where we stop for lunch. We follow the ridge out of the village and then descend to another river valley where the path winds back and forth across the creek - a good sense of balance is useful for the stepping stones! Next is a quick ascent to the road from where we make our way to Santa Clara La Laguna (a.k.a. Xiprián, one of the larger villages above the lake) where we stay with a local family for the evening.

Day 3
Rise early for a short walk to our viewpoint to enjoy a spectacular sunrise over Lago de Atitlán. After a warming cup of tea or coffee and a leisurely breakfast, we make it to the top of La Nariz del Maya, a summit on the mountain ridge that surrounds the lake. After enjoying the stunning views, we descend to the edge of the lake where we relax and swim for about an hour. A quick boat ride takes us to our final destination of San Pedro La Laguna and lunch in a hostel. Those returning to Xela will catch ride back in our pickup and arrive back at the Quetzaltrekkers´ office around 5pm. Those staying in San Pedro La Laguna can have their bags delivered to the lake by one of our volunteers.

Cost of Hike Q580.00 [ $US82 ]

This hike leaves every Saturday morning. Bag delivery to San Pedro La Laguna Q70 per bag.

Cost includes:

• All Transport
• Food
• Water
• Guides
• Equipment, ie. Sleeping Bags, Roll Mats, Waterproofs, etc.

Cost does not include:

• Personal travel insurance
• Alcoholic beverages
• Costs incurred due to accident, illness or any other unforeseen circumstances
• Tips for the Guides