The Top 13 Lakes in Guatemala
Looking to visit the best lakes in Guatemala? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Guatemala’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 13, 2025
Beautiful path along the lake Atitlan (Santa Cruz to Tzununa). You can see beautiful big and little birds. Its an easy path. From Tzununa to San Marcos you have the …
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Flores is touristy, but it is a colorful little pearl in the heart of Guatemala. Pretty cafés and restaurants invite you to linger. The colorful colonial-style houses exude a typical …
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On the Kastenweg from San Marcos to Santa Cruz you come through the small village of Tzununá. There are small kiosks here where you can buy drinks or something to eat.
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To get to the sinter terraces, it is advisable to switch to a four-wheel drive vehicle in Lanquin. After about 50 minutes you will reach the chargeable entrance. You should …
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A beautiful and demanding hike in Guatemala leads from Quetzaltenango (called Xela for short) to Lake Atitlan in three days. A total of around 46 kilometers with around 1,500 meters …
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The Lago de Atitlán, or Lake Atitlan, impresses with its picturesque beauty;
He is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
It can get crowded on the …
He is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
It can get crowded on the …
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If you want to hike on your own "in a safe environment", this is the place for you. Admission for non-locals 40 quetzales. Getting lost is almost impossible if you …
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A small, colorful town on Lake Atitlán. There are numerous handicrafts such as jewelry, leather goods, pictures, woven blankets, etc. to acquire. The people here are no less colourful. San …
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🌊🏞️ Dive into an unforgettable experience at Lake Atitlán's Waterline Jam Session! 🌊🏞️
Calling all slackliners and adventure enthusiasts!
Calling all slackliners and adventure enthusiasts!
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Lake in the crater of volcano.
Entrance fee: 50Q
To get there you should take Collectivo from Quetzaltenango. Watch out - it doesn't go on Sundays due to market in …
Entrance fee: 50Q
To get there you should take Collectivo from Quetzaltenango. Watch out - it doesn't go on Sundays due to market in …
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