From sacred lakes and active volcanoes to ancient Maya cities and vibrant Indigenous markets, Guatemala is a place where spirit, story, and survival come together. With a cultural legacy spanning millennia, this land speaks in pyramids and prayer, textiles and tradition. It welcomes travelers not just to witness beauty—but to walk beside its wisdom.
Why visit Guatemala?
Guatemala stirs with ancient Maya temples in Tikal, scenic Lake Atitlán, and colorful markets in Chichicastenango. On the Caribbean coast in Livingston, the Garifuna people carry on their Afro-Indigenous heritage with music, language, and coastal cuisine. Diaspora visitors will find resonance in this blend of African ancestry and Mesoamerican memory, alive through festival, dance, and storytelling.
Popular Attractions
in Guatemala
Lake Atitlán
Surrounded by three volcanoes and over a dozen Maya villages, Lake Atitlán is considered one of the most beautiful lakes in the world—and one of the most spiritually charged. Each village around the lake has its own character and language. Explore the markets of Santiago Atitlán, engage in a backstrap weaving workshop in San Juan, or attend a Maya fire ceremony guided by a local spiritual elder. Atitlán is not just a destination—it’s a deeply sacred experience.
Antigua – Colonial Elegance and Cultural Revival
Antigua is a city of timeless beauty, with cobbled streets, crumbling churches, and a backdrop of volcanoes. Once the capital of Spanish Central America, today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a hub for language learning, coffee culture, and artistic exchange. Visit chocolate-making cooperatives, learn about Afro-Guatemalan contributions to Guatemalan independence, or hike to nearby volcanoes by day and relax in boutique colonial inns by night.
Livingston – Garifuna Culture on the Caribbean Coast
Accessible only by boat, Livingston offers a rich Afro-Indigenous cultural experience unlike anywhere else in Guatemala. This small coastal town is home to the Garifuna people—descendants of West Africans and Indigenous Caribs—who maintain powerful traditions of drumming, dance (punta), and spiritual resilience. Taste tapado (a coconut seafood stew), learn the stories of Garifuna resistance, and dance with local musicians who keep ancestral rhythms alive and beating strong.
WHY CHOOSE
LABUSA TRAVEL FOR YOUR
Guatemala Experience?
Deep Expertise
We bring more than brochures—we bring lived experience, trusted relationships, and cultural fluency. Our team works hand-in-hand with Maya and Garifuna guides, historians, and artisans across Guatemala. From the sacred shores of Lake Atitlán to the Afro-Caribbean rhythms of Livingston, we ensure your journey is not only well-planned but also deeply informed by the people who know this land best
Purpose-Driven Travel
Our team designs culturally immersive experiences for curious, conscious travelers who want more than sightseeing. Whether you’re exploring ancestral weaving traditions, supporting Afro-Indigenous storytelling projects in Livingston, or visiting community-led conservation areas, your journey is rooted in mutual respect and meaningful exchange. We don’t just get you there—we help you arrive with presence and purpose.
Affordable Luxury & Authentic Moments
Guatemala’s beauty lies in its depth, not its price tag. LABUSA Travel offers curated itineraries that balance comfort with culture, value with vision. From charming eco-lodges with volcano views to family-run workshops and spiritual encounters that don’t appear on tourist maps, we make authentic travel accessible. With us, you experience the richness of Guatemala—not from the outside looking in, but heart-to-heart.
