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Created in 1990, this French-Guatemalan agency organizes relaxing, discovery, thematic and adventure trips. At its head: Thierry, also implied in the launching and the development of the INEPAS, an association dedicated to the Spanish courses and to social aid programs. No wonder, therefore, that Mayaexplor proposes excursions off the beaten track, which pass by a stay of one day or two in a Mayan family of the Altiplano. The icing on the cake: the company is committed to offering its clients the most economical prices.

The particularity of the agency? Motorcycle tours, for both enthusiasts and beginners. Two formulas are possible: in group or in freedom. With the first one, the travelers are supervised by an assistance vehicle and a guide and a mechanic. With the free option, they go on an adventure in total autonomy but benefit from remote support, which includes reserving the motorcycle - a BMW - and accommodations, as well as providing a cell phone where they can contact Mayan Rides 24 hours a day and an optional GPS.

Hector knows a lot about the history of Guatemala City and, more broadly, of the country. In addition to day trips around Antigua, he offers an exciting 3 to 3.5 hour walking tour of Zona 1 of the capital. The tour starts in the Centro Cívico - the original city border - runs along the 6A Avenida and ends at the Parque Central. Since it is impossible to summarize the tour in a few lines, don't miss it!

Recognized by the Guatemalan Institute of Tourism (INGUAT), the agency specializes in responsible travel: in addition to collaborating with the locals - including through "host families" to discover traditional accommodations - it places respect for the environment at the heart of its priorities. Cultural, educational, sports itineraries... There is something for everyone. In addition to tours lasting from eight to fifteen days, Aventures Tropicales offers customized itineraries, as well as linguistic and humanitarian stays.

Not only does the agency offer three well-constructed itineraries of 9, 12 and 18 days respectively, but, more importantly, it offers the opportunity to engage in community-based tourism. Travelers can choose between several projects: assisting farmers in their coffee cultivation near Antigua, meeting with artisans specialized in the realization of masks and traditional costumes in Xela, weaving with the women of a cooperative in Lake Atitlán and discovering the ecosystem of the Petén rain forest. The key words: exchange and learning.

This store offers an interesting way to discover Guatemala City and its surroundings: by bicycle. Several options are available, such as the "Urban and Archaeological Tour", a 28 kilometer tour that passes by the Mayan site Kaminaljuyú and the Museo Nacional de Arqueología y Etnología. Everything is included: helmet, experienced cycling guide, water and lunch. More sporty excursions are also offered, such as the "Ride de Reyes", a 40 kilometer total mountain bike ride to the village of San José Nacahuil.

The agency organizes a multitude of half-day and full-day tours in Guatemala City and its surroundings. In addition to the visit of the city and its zoo, it proposes the discovery of Antigua and a coffee finca, or to go to the ascent of the Volcán de Pacaya. For the same duration, excursions are organized further away. For example, it is possible to explore the archaeological site of Iximché, in Chimaltenango, or to walk along the shores of Lake Atitlán before going to the market of Chichicastenango, and then returning to spend the night in the capital.

As its name indicates, this agency offers mountain bike excursions. For a day, experienced guides take participants to the attack of the Volcán de Pacaya, as well as to that of the Agua. Less sporty, the "Top of the world" tour drops cyclists off by shuttle at an altitude of 2,500 meters, near the path that leads to the Acatenango, to let them cycle down the 1,230 meters that separate them from Antigua. More gentle outings are also offered, such as discovering the city or the surrounding coffee fincas. Excellent address!

Sparks Weddings is a Guatemalan company specializing in the organization and creation of weddings. Our attentive team will ensure that your wedding meets your every expectation, down to the smallest detail. While they specialize in organizing beautiful weddings in Antigua Guatemala and around the world, the company also offers other planning services for special events such as proposals, engagement parties and even birthday dinners and parties.

This is the place to rent a quad, a scooter or a motorcycle, but also - and above all - to go on a day trip on one of these vehicles with a guide. Discover the villages surrounding Antigua - San Juan del Obispo, Ciudad Vieja, San Antonio and Valhalla -, climb the Volcán de Pacaya, go to Panajachel - on the shores of Lake Atitlán - and back to visit the surrounding villages, tour a coffee finca, explore the beautiful high points of the region... The field of possibilities is open.

If the friendly Farah and Pablo organize excursions in Antigua and the surrounding villages, their establishment is especially famous for the two-day trek on the Acatenango volcano. Attentive guides, delicious and hearty meals, complete equipment, quality material, comfortable camp...: everything is carefully thought out. Also, more than an agency, CA Travelers is a real social project: not only eco-responsible, it works with local communities and has launched a scholarship to educate young indigenous girls. Not to be missed!