Take a scenic adventure to Lake Atitlan, the deepest lake in Central America, located in Guatemala. Travelers will explore Indigenous villages and booming volcanoes that live along its shores. Hop on a water taxi and journey through the crystal clear waters to take a swim at Tzankujil National Park. Head over to San Juan La Laguna to learn about native traditions that are still practiced there today. Learn about the production of cacao and traditional dyeing techniques, and then hear about the conservation of endangered stingless bee species at the sustainable bee farm Xunah Kaab. Take a tour of Antigua, where its title of being an UNESCO World Heritage Site, is proven through colorful streets and stunning architecture. Then travelers will hike the Picaya Volcano, one of the three active volcanoes in the country. As Picaya is the most active of the three, travelers can encounter hot spots, steam vents, and solidified lava fields. As travelers reach the summit, enjoy gorgeous views of the Caldera Lagoon and three other adjacent volcanoes, Auga, Fuego, and Acatenango. Travelers will relax the next morning before departing from Guatemala City on the final day.
This is a 5 day trip that costs $1,245 led by Under30 Experiences, which caters to solo travelers and adventurous young adults ages 21-35, but they don’t enforce a strict age limit. They are a small team that loves sustainable travel by supporting local communities in an eco-friendly way. The company was founded 10+ years ago by co-founders Matt Wilson and Jared O’Toole. They were rated one of CATALYST PLANET’s 8 Best Sustainable Travel Companies.