Guatemala has a lot of wildlife to protect. Plan a sustainable vacation and help minimize your impact on Guatemala’s most precious resources, including the rainforest. Members of the local Maya communities eke out a living through their handicrafts, and sustainable vacation plans help support their local economies.
MAKE YOUR NEXT VACATION SUSTAINABLE IN GUATEMALA
Most sustainable vacations are based around Lake Atitán, especially in the villages of San Juan La Laguna, and San Pedro La Laguna.
SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
Sustainable vacations also go hand-in-hand with community-based tourism. Visit a coffee plantation outside of Antigua or Lake Atitlán to learn about sustainably harvested coffee. Take cultural tours to see Maya women weaving textiles and making art out of recycled materials. Naturally, most of your eco-friendly vacation will take place outdoors — plan to take carbon-neutral kayaking, hiking, and birdwatching tours.
Recommended for sustainable trips
Nature Activities
Guatemala has astounding outdoor areas — the landscape here includes tall volcanoes, dense jungles...
Cultural Tours
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Lake Destinations
Guatemala has three lakes – Lake Petén Itzá, Lake Atitlán, and Lake Izabal...
Nature Destinations
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Insider-led Guatemala Design & Concierge
Your insider team designs the trip around what you care about, then supports you in-country with private logistics, vetted partners, and concierge help when plans change.
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