My favorite hike at Lake Atitlan in Guatemala was from Jaibalito to San Marcos La Laguna. It's more than 7 miles one way, and sometimes you're climbing over boulders and up cliffsides. It's bananas! And totally worth it. Here are some photos and details of our hike.
Length of hike: 1.5 miles Difficulty of hike: easy What to wear: In early spring it was in the 30’s so we wore plenty of layers, gloves, hats and scarves. What to pack: sunscreen, walking shoes, water, camera How long did it take you to complete the hike?: about an hour, depending on how often you stop to stare at the views. A History of the Highline – Trains and Cowboys I’ve done this walk in its entirety twice. The sights are unforgettable, and offer a unique view of the city. The first time was just me and some friends walking along and exploring an incredible city. It was stunning. The second was also a visit with friends, but this...
Our guided hike through Tikal National Park was well worth the hype. Tikal is a magical place full of ancient Mayan history, architecture and art that will blow your mind. We shuttled from Flores to Tikal with a package that we purchased from a local travel agent in Flores. Our tour included a guide, which I would highly recommend. Here are photos and details of our guided tour through Tikal National Forest.
The Best Hotel in Flores, Guatemala We enjoyed our stay at Isla de Flores Hotel so much. Upon arriving, the staff was friendly and helpful, and knew enough english to help answer our questions. The lobby of the hotel is inviting and thoughtfully decorated. Fresh water is served and you can sit and enjoy passers by in the "open air" feel of the first floor. Amenities at Hotel Isla de Flores There is a restaurant and a bar, both of which were really great. (Try the fruit and yogurt for breakfast! Yum!) However, they definitely charge "tourist" prices, which is still cheaper than anything of equivalent quality in the USA. About Hotel Isla de Flores The hotel is a few stories high...
