Trek to Chicabal Volcano and Lagoon near Quetzaltenango , Guatemala

Name: Trek to Chicabal Volcano and Lagoon near Quetzaltenango , Guatemala
Brand: Viator
Price: 100 USD
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4.7(11)7 hoursEnglish, SpanishBook 2 days aheadQuetzaltenango, Guatemala

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Spend a good half day exploring the ceremonial center of the Mam Mayan culture on your visit to the Volcano and Laguna de Chicabal. View Mayan altars where ceremonies were held celebrating important dates on the Mayan calendar. Also lots of birds to see as well as local agricultural activities . Nice and not that difficult to do with children and / or elderly people using the local 4x4 called " el torito " .

Included

Driver/guide
Round-trip shared transfer
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)

Not included

Gratuities
Entrance Fees

What you'll do

Visit a mystical lake in the crater of a volcano which up to day is used by Mayan people to perform their sacred rituals
The majority of them are inhabitants on San Martín Sacatepéquez and belong to one of the 23 Mam groups in Guatemala. The Mam are modern Mayan people who live in southwestern Guatemala and parts of southern Mexico. At least 500 Mil live in Guatemala. For them, Laguna Chicabal is a sacred and miraculous place – the mystic perception becoming even more convincing because of its shape and the fog that shrouds the volcano. Maya priests perform traditional ceremonies on the shore using candles, flowers and holy crosses. The guide joining you at this unique tour will be a local from Quetzaltenango, or even a local guide from the Chicabal lagoon, and will explain all there is to know about Mayan religion, Mayan culture, and the local plants and animals. IMPORTANT DATES FOR MAM PEOPLE: May 3rd and 40 days after holy week of Easter. You can also camp at the lake between October and May; after and before the rain season INCLUDED IN CASE OF CAMPING: All equipment: tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, food.

Meeting and pickup

3 locations

Pickup details

We only pick up in Quetzaltenango

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Meeting
Hotel Casa Quetzaltenango
10 Avenida 10 Avenida 4-15, Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
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Meeting
Latam Hotel Plaza Pradera Quetzaltenango
Avenida Las Americas 7-04, Zona 3, Pradera Square, Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
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End point

End

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum number of 2 persons applies. If you book for yourself, there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.