Venture into the ATM Cave (Actun Tunichil Muknal) on an adventurous, guide-led journey through pools and chambers that the Maya associated with the sacred underworld. Wade, swim, and scramble to reach crystalline galleries where timeworn ceramics and calcified remains rest in silence.

Conservation rules protect this fragile site—expect to remove shoes in the artifact zone and follow your expert’s instructions. A demanding, unforgettable experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Float through jungle-fringed limestone on an inner tube as your headlamp lights cathedral-like caverns along the Caves Branch River. Drift past stalactites and echoing chambers while guides share stories that connect these passages to the Maya concept of Xibalba.

Expect gentle sections with short portages and cool, spring-fed water—active yet accessible for many travelers. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Swim in the terraced, jade-green pools of Semuc Champey, where a limestone bridge spans a rushing river beneath. Hike to the El Mirador viewpoint for sweeping photographs, then refresh in clear basins framed by tropical forest.

Round out the day exploring the water-filled K’an Ba Caves with local guides, navigating chambers by lamp light and learning how geology carved this dramatic karst landscape. A full-day outing at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Cross mirror-still waters on a cultural boat tour of Lake Atitlán, visiting shoreline communities known for art, coffee, and textiles. Meet artisans who preserve traditions like backstrap weaving and natural dyeing, and browse small cooperatives that sustain local families.

Guides share stories of language, dress, and volcano lore while you enjoy wide-open views of the caldera. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Climb the slopes of Pacaya Volcano across black lava fields and sandy ridgelines, with fumaroles releasing gentle heat from the earth. Guides point out recent flows and safe viewpoints, and you may even roast marshmallows over warm volcanic rock.

On clear days the panorama stretches to Volcán de Agua and distant ranges. A moderate, high-reward hike at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Pedal quiet lanes on a guided bike ride through the fertile colonial Antigua valley, passing villages, fields, and crumbling baroque facades. Roll into a working coffee finca to learn cultivation and processing from cherry to cup.

Smell roasting beans, walk shaded rows beneath volcano views, and finish with a bean-to-cup tasting. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Tackle the Acatenango overnight trek, ascending cloud forest to a high-altitude camp with front-row views of Volcán de Fuego’s nocturnal glow. Warm by the fire as stars spread overhead and distant rumbles pulse across the valley.

Wake early for a summit push and sunrise above the clouds before descending to the valley. A challenging, bucket-list adventure at additional cost, bookable on tour; gear and local mountain guides are typically included.

Discover cacao’s journey from bean to bar at the Native Chocolate Museum, roasting and grinding nibs on a traditional stone metate. Craft your own bar and sip a fragrant, spiced Mayan hot chocolate inspired by pre-Hispanic recipes.

Guides unpack cacao’s cultural role in Mesoamerica and its revival among smallholder farms. This hands-on workshop is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Explore Tikal National Park on a guided tour through towering pyramids and mossy stone plazas where the jungle still hums with life. Walk beneath ceiba trees as howler monkeys call and toucans flash overhead, taking in the vast scale of this Classic Maya metropolis.

Hear how Tikal rose to regional power and trace ceremonial routes between temples and palaces. Your guide brings carvings, astronomy, and royal rivalries to life amid a setting where temples rise above the jungle canopy in a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stroll cobbled streets on a guided orientation that connects you with Antigua’s elegant squares and arcades. See Parque Central, the graceful ruins of the Catedral de San José, and the grand Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, with artisan markets and cafés just steps away.

Pause beneath the Arco de Santa Catalina as Volcán de Agua frames the skyline on clear days. Learn practical tips for dining, jade workshops, and photo spots in this UNESCO-listed city shaped by colonial splendor and powerful earthquakes.

Be welcomed into a lakeside village for an intimate evening of dinner with a local Kaqchikel family. Share stories around a wood-fired comal, taste handmade tortillas and seasonal dishes, and experience the rhythms of living Maya culture in San Jorge La Laguna.

Learn about language, traditions, and community life that overlook Atitlán’s volcanoes. This ethical homestay supports local livelihoods and offers rare insight into daily routines—quiet courtyards, hillside paths, and the warmth of true Guatemalan hospitality.

Snorkel vibrant coral gardens on a boat trip to the Caye Caulker Marine Reserve, floating above parrotfish, fans, and brain coral in transparent Caribbean water. Guides often include sites like Coral Gardens and—when conditions allow—areas near Shark Ray Alley for close, respectful encounters with nurse sharks and rays.

Expect fins, masks, and marine briefings, plus time to relax on deck between snorkel stops. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour with your Trip Manager.

• 1 Dinner (D)
• 1 Breakfast (B)

• Mexico City: You’ll now book and pay for your Free Time Add-Ons through WeTravel — a simple website link where you can browse all the FTAs, pick what you’re keen on, and pay directly by card, in any currency. You’ll get the link in your Welcome Email, usually 3–5 days before your trip starts. Once you’re in, it’s easy: check out the pics, descriptions and prices, add your chosen experiences to your cart, then check out online. You can book before your trip starts or while you’re on the road, up until each activity’s booking deadline.Missed the link? No stress. Your Trip Manager can share it with you on trip too.

• Bacalar: Board a private catamaran and cruise across Bacalar’s Lagoon of Seven Colours with an expert captain and guide. Over three hours, you’ll visit Cenote Negro, Cenote Esmeralda, Isla de los Pájaros and Canal de los Piratas, with drinks, snacks and safety gear included.
• Tikal National Park: Walk through one of the Maya world’s most impressive sites, with towering temples rising above the jungle canopy. Your guide will bring Tikal’s history, mythology and UNESCO-listed ruins to life as you explore ancient plazas and ceremonial spaces.
• Lake Atitlán: Be welcomed into the home of a local Kaqchikel family in San Jorge La Laguna for a genuine look at daily life by the lake. Share dinner, learn about local customs and support a homestay programme that gives back to the community.
• Antigua Guatemala: Explore Antigua’s must-see spots with your Trip Manager, from Parque Central and the Catedral de San José ruins to the Palacio de los Capitanes Generales. You’ll also see the iconic Arco de Santa Catalina, with Volcán de Agua stealing the background on a clear day.

Contiki

Cruise across Bacalar’s shimmering lake on a private catamaran, gliding from jade shallows to deep indigo patches on the famed Lagoon of Seven Colors. Pause to swim in crystalline water and drift past limestone inlets on a relaxed, captain-led sail.

Depending on conditions, your route may include Cenote Negro and Canal de los Piratas, with time to admire birdlife near Isla de los Pájaros. Learn how underground springs feed this vast freshwater lagoon as you sip included drinks and soak up the quiet Yucatán breeze.