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Explore 42 Guatemala travel stories from Adventure Life, featuring expert insights, destination highlights, and firsthand experiences from ancient and culturally rich sites. Whether you’re planning your next adventure in 2026 or 2027, these stories offer inspiration for exploring ruins, archaeological wonders, and hidden historical gems across the globe. Learn from the journeys of fellow travelers and discover meaningful ways to connect with the past through thoughtful travel. Let these Guatemala stories guide your path into history.
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Mysteries of the Maya Come Alive in Belize

Read about the history of the Maya in Belize, see the Maya ruins during your Belize trip, and learn other information about the Maya people who you will still encounter on our Guatemala tours and Belize tours.
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Mayan Dress in Santiago de Atitlan

Traditional dress in this Guatemala village famous for its Maya weaving. Duncan Aitken describes the process of creating these works of art.
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Iximche Ruins

Best of Guatemala

In celebration of my partner's 40th birthday, we said goodbye to the negative temperatures of Idaho and headed out for Guatemala!
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Myan women at a market in Chichicastenango, Guatemala

Best Time of Year to Visit Guatemala

Though pleasant year-round temperatures have earned Guatemala the title “Land of Eternal Spring,” the cool, dry season months from December to February are the best and most popular times to visit Guatemala.
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Santa Catalina Arch in Antigua

Guatemala FAQs

Planning a trip to Guatemala can definitely bring up some questions. Our FAQ answers some of the most common ones asked by our travelers. From what type of currency is used to what to expect at your accommodations, this guide will better prepare you for your Guatemala adventures.
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Community Grants

Adventure Life has an annual, ongoing grant program that provides funding for small, grassroots projects in the countries we visit, such as Chile. Our local partners nominate organizations and projects.
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Santa Catalina Arch in Antigua

History of Guatemala

The earliest Maya civilizations began to emerge in the highlands of Guatemala by as early as 2000 BC. On a Guatemala trip, travelers can visit ancient ruins built by these indigenous people. Learn more about the intriguing history of this country and the culture that has evolved through ancient times up until today.
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Myan women at a market in Chichicastenango, Guatemala

Totonicapan Dance Festival

The Totonicapan Dance Festival in Guatemala celebrates the traditions and cultural heritage of the indigenous Mayan people. Visiting during the festivities will give travelers an opportunity to have a true cultural experience. This summarizes different dances performed during the event and the stories behind them.
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Climbing the Temple of the Mask

Our Belize Explorer Trip

During a week long stay in the jungle at Pook's Hill Lodge we explored caves and ruins, swam in waterfalls, ziplined above the canopy, and ate some amazing food. It was a dream come true to be able to take my partner, Luke, on his first international trip to such a beautiful place!
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Tecnico Chixot Students and Staff outside the schooll

Guatemala Técnico Chixot School Grant

Adventure Life provided a grant Long Way Home for completion of the first four primary school bathrooms. These bathrooms will use an “outlaw” septic system (similar to that used by Earthship Biotecture) that processes solid waste and black water through a filtration system and into black water cell sewn with cleansing plants. These four …
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Antigua and the Volcano

Guatemala Travel Info

For such a small country, Guatemala offers travelers a wide variety of experiences. Discover the characteristics and adventures of each region. Lively markets, ancient Mayan ruins, wildlife watching, & visiting colonial towns are just a few of the possibilities!
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Santa Catalina Arch in Antigua

Culture, Politics and Cuisine of Guatemala

The earliest Maya civilizations began to emerge in the highlands of Guatemala by as early as 2000 BC. On a Guatemala trip, travelers can visit ancient ruins built by these indigenous people. Learn more about the intriguing history of this country and the culture that has evolved through ancient times up until today.
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Lone boat on Lake Atitlan

Geography, Environment and Wildlife of Guatemala

Learn about Guatemala's pleasant weather, interesting geography, and diverse wildlife. This includes discussing why Guatemala is the number 5 Biodiversity Hot Spots in the world.
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Beautiful pier at Lake Peten, Guatemala

Guatemala Weather

Guatemala does have an overall agreeable climate. It is actually described as the "Land of Eternal Spring" by many! However, altitude, proximity to the coast, and rainy seasons can definitely change things. Learn more about certain factors that should be considered when planning your trip.
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The central acropolis of the Maya ruin site Tikal

The Famed Ruins of Tikal

Explore the impressive architecture and ancient culture of the Mayan civilization. Here's a look at what you can expect to see and experience on a Guatemala tour to the Mayan ruins of Tikal in the El Peten region. It is a MUST on any trip to this country that is rich with history and heritage.
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The Village of Santiago de Atitlan

Before your trip to Guatemala read through a description of Santiago de Atitlan, a colorful village visited on our Guatemala Highlands tour and our Mayan Multisport Guatemala tour.
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Colorful handmade carpet in for the Guatemal Easter Festivals

Easter in Guatemala: The Legendary Carpets of Semana Santa in Antigua, Guatemala

Guatemala's Semana Santa -- the Easter Festival -- in the former colonial capital are beyond comparison to anything in the northern hemisphere. Along cobblestone streets, intricate carpets of colored sawdust are painstakingly laid down. Later, a solemn procession of Roman centurions march over the carpets, carrying an image of Christ on the …
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The Odyssey of a Tz'utujil Woman

Dolores Ratzun is a healer in the Guatemalan Highlands who has shared her heritage with people from around the world by advising on movies, selling handicrafts, and offering ayudante healings.
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Traveler equipment

Double the Adventure

Before embarking on a journey, you put a lot of effort into deciding where to go, preparing, and researching. While taking the time to organize a trip, why not plan to see TWO destinations? There are so many possible combinations of places that are easy to see during one adventure, and we love customizing these fusion trips for our travelers! …
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Belize Family Adventure Trip!
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Guatemala

I organized this trip for the AAUW (American Association of University Women) San Juan Branch. Thanks to the economy's personal case of \"swine flu\" only 7 of us took the trip. Guatemala is a beautiful country!
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Exploring Santiago de Atitlan

Guatemala Classico Trip

Even though our visit to Guatemala was short, it equated to a lifetime of memories that Jens and I will never forget. We walked through textile markets where we saw beautiful vibrant colors, hiked by lakes and volcanos, and witnessed churches, cathedrals and ruins. It was an awesome trip!
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The Alfombras of the Guatemala Easter Festivals

The spectacular Easter festivals in Antigua, Guatemala are beyond comparison to anything in the northern hemisphere. One of its most striking aspects are the carpets -- or alfombras -- that adorn the processional route.
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Guatemalan art that inspired the trip!

Our Guatemala Exploration Trip!

Please immerse yourself in the beauty of the photographs and read about our trip to Guatemala - truly a wonderful travel destination. In our short time there we had wonderful experiences seeing the primary sights and learning that there is even more to experience in this varied and culturally rich country.
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