Name: Guatemala Tours & Travel
Brand: Adventure Life
Rating: 4.9 (1010 reviews)

San Juan Mayan Homestay invites you to experience life in the highlands of Guatemala by staying with Tz’utujil Maya families in the vibrant town of San Juan La Laguna, nestled on the shores of Lake Atitlán. This community-based program offers a meaningful cultural exchange, allowing guests to engage with local traditions, daily life, and family hospitality in an authentic setting.

Accommodations are provided in private rooms within family homes, typically hosting 2 to 3 guests. While every house guarantees hot water, other amenities, such as private bathrooms, vary depending on the home, adding to the genuine experience. This lodging option is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper connection with Mayan culture, warm hospitality, and a simple, respectful way to support the local community.

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Street of the beautiful city of Antigua, Guatemala

from $2,580

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Guatemala Highlands: Culture and Markets

10 Day Itinerary

Tour colonial Antigua’s landmarks
Visit Lake Atitlán by boat
Stay in a Maya host home
Learn traditional weaving arts
Visit Chichicastenango Market
Visit Chichicastenango Market

Activities: Archaeological Site Visits, Homestays, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level: Relaxed

Explore the Guatemala Highlands on a 10-day cultural tour through Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and highland markets. Visit traditional Maya villages, shop at handicraft markets, and stay with a local family. Walk historic towns, explore nature reserves, and experience authentic Guatemala with local artisans, weavers, and farmers.

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Farm plots in the central highlands of Guatemala

from $4,064

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Guatemala Backroads Adventure

14 Day Itinerary

Hike Ram Tzul Nature Reserve
Relax at Highlands Thermal Pools
Explore Iximché Maya Ruins
Stay in a Maya host home

Activities: Archaeological Site Visits, Homestays, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level: Relaxed

Travel through Guatemala on a 14-day Guatemala backroads adventure. Explore Maya sites, lush rainforests, mountain villages, and Lake Atitlán’s traditions. Meet locals, visit markets, and uncover the country’s vibrant culture and natural beauty along the scenic backroads.

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TrustScore 4.9 | 1010 reviews

TrustScore 4.9 of 5

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3 months ago

The company was easy to work with and planned my trip as I requested. Transportation from the airport to my hotel was without any issues. My hotel was wonderful. The 2 guides I had were exceptional. I have no complaints.

Mary Russell

6 months ago

I had a certain trip i wanted to do. I called Adventure Life and told them what I wanted. The trip was arranged within 2 days per my itinerary and the cost was very reasonable. The person who assisted me was knowledgeable, competent and friendly.

Mary Russell

7 months ago

Our trip to Guatemala was the third time we booked with Adventure Life and once again they did not disappoint. The itinerary, transportation, hotels and especially the guides we perfect. We will definitely book with Adventure Life again in the future.

Maritta Renz

1 year ago

Agent (Tess) worked closely with me to help work out a custom itinerary for us in Belize. Since we had several specific requirements she made several recommendations then modified the itinerary when we wanted to bring another couple with us. Nice job!

Robert Riley

1 year ago

Everything about our Guatemala trip was amazing. Everything was on time. The guides were personable, knowledgeable on all aspects of history, culture and nature. The destinations were great. It was truly a great week in a wonderful destination.

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