Do you visit indigenous communities?

Yes, we visit Tz'utujil and Kaqchikel villages with respect for their traditions. Our guides are locals who facilitate cultural exchange.

Can I buy handicrafts?

Of course. We make stops at markets and workshops where you can buy directly from local artisans.

No, our guides are bilingual (Spanish/English) and can communicate in both languages throughout the tour.

San Juan La Laguna and San Antonio Palopó: natural dye cooperatives, naïf art galleries, hand-painted ceramics and textiles. Guide from our branch.

08:00 – Boat departure from Panajachel heading to San Juan La Laguna (~30 min). Bilingual guide on board with historical context about Tz'utujil culture.
08:30 – Natural dye cooperative. Live demonstration of the dye extraction process from plants, insects and minerals. Opportunity to dye your own piece.
09:20 – Tour of galleries and murals. Tz'utujil naïf art, lake landscape paintings. Visit to local artist workshops.
10:15 – Textile workshop. Women weavers' cooperative with backstrap looms. Explanation of the symbolism in huipiles.
11:00 – Navigation to San Antonio Palopó (~35 min). Lunch on board or at a local restaurant based on preference.
11:45 – San Antonio Palopó. Village of painted ceramics. Visit to the community project of houses painted with Mayan designs. Panoramic viewpoint.
13:15 – Lunch at a restaurant with a view. Traditional Guatemalan cuisine: pepián, jocón or chicken in recado sauce.
14:15 – Return to Panajachel by boat (~15 min).