Things to do in Lake Atitlan, Western Highlands: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

June 16, 2021 Franklyn Hardiman

Discover the best top things to do in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala including Los Elementos Adventure Center, Ati Divers, Atitlan Adventure Tours, Mayan Dynasty Tours, Parapente Aguilas en Vuelo Pana, guateSUP, Crucero de Atitlan, Stand Up Paddle Atitlan, Venga Atitlan Outdoor Adventures, Marvelus Travel.
Restaurants in Lake Atitlan

1. Los Elementos Adventure Center

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5.0 based on 393 reviews

Los Elementos Adventure Center

Your base camp for exploring Lake Atitlan Guatemala. Choose from kayak excursions, hiking the mountains surrounding the lake, or by private tour boat. You can find an adventure that suits your interest and level of activity. We are family friendly and ready to help you have a unique holiday experience.We specialize in offering experiences that will let you learn about the Mayan culture and meet many of the locals whom we have come to know. The Mayan people are very proud of their cultural past and they enjoying sharing their efforts to keep it alive and strong today. We can also help arrange a custom itinerary for all or part of your Guatemalan travels.We have started Los Elementos Adventure Center and Day Spay and Kayak Guatemala as a way of creating jobs for locals and supporting our non-profit Amigos de Santa Cruz. One of the big challenges of life in Guatemala is to improve the lives of the local people. Amigos de Santa Cruz is focused on improving the education and nutrition of the Mayan. We also support Mayan Medical Aid, which focus' on providing medical aid. Any tour or excursion you arrange will help support these non-profit organizations. Concierge service and all inclusive packages are our specialty. Custom and taylor made tours to your specific interests.

2. Ati Divers

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5.0 based on 99 reviews

Ati Divers

The only PADI dive centre on Lake Atitlan, offering a unique dive experience. No coral reefs or tropical fish, instead see freshwater fish, crabs, plants, volcanic hotspots and rock formations. Fun dives for certified divers, learn to dive with the PADI open water courses or even take the PADI Altitude Specialty. Based at La Iguana Perdida, in front of the dock at Santa Cruz.

3. Atitlan Adventure Tours

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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Atitlan Adventure Tours

Atitlan adventure tours. is a travel agency that is dedicated to adventure tours on Lake Atitlan, we have bicycle tour services, hiking, climbing volcanoes and sunrises. We offer tours in English and Spanish.

4. Mayan Dynasty Tours

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5.0 based on 139 reviews

Mayan Dynasty Tours

Mayan Dynasty Tours is operated by a Tzutujil Mayan man born and raised in San Juan La Laguna, Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. The name of our business before was ´´Adventure Atitlan Tours´´ I am a licensed and authorized tour guide in Guatemala. I have been a tour guide nearly 10 years so my experience in Tourism guarantees my clients a unique trip on the lake and my country. We offer custom day and multi-day trips for individuals, couples, families, students and groups all over Guatemala. We provide cultural immersion and special tours such as Village Tours, Hikes to volcanoes and mountains, visit to archaeological sites, Horseback riding, etc. Give us an opportunity to customize your trip.

5. Parapente Aguilas en Vuelo Pana

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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Parapente Aguilas en Vuelo Pana

paragliding over Lake Atitlan solola

6. guateSUP

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5.0 based on 95 reviews

guateSUP

We are your Adventure Center for aquatic sports in Lake Atitlan. With 30 years of experience and 40 hard boards in stock we offer paddle boarding, Yoga , SUP yoga, SUP Acro yoga, and SUP wakesurfing along with adventure fun ecco tours for groups and individuals on Lake Atitlan. Hiking , rock jumping, sunrise tours or an evening sunset paddle with Bailey our SUP dog are just some of the fun adventures we offer. Book today at guatesup.com

7. Crucero de Atitlan

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Crucero de Atitlan

Crucero de Atitlán was built in Guatemala and decorated by painters from San Juan La Laguna. It is inspired by the huipiles of San Juan La Laguna and Santiago Atitlán, and by the birds that can be observed in the surroundings of the lake. It has 2 levels. Inside you can travel comfortably sitting in the tables area enjoying drinks and snacks indoors. The second level you can enjoy a quite wide and open area to contemplate the landscape that surrounds us. The boat counts with high quality life vests and sanitary service. Services: - Cultural guided tour around the lake and visit the most representative Mayan towns (San Antonio Palopó, San Juan La Laguna, Santiago Atitlán and San Marcos La Laguna). - Custom tours that can be designed by yourself to explore the lake and its surroundings.

8. Stand Up Paddle Atitlan

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5.0 based on 135 reviews

Stand Up Paddle Atitlan

Our purpose is to provide private group stand up paddle board experiences to visitors of Lake Atitlan looking for a unique way to see the beauty of Atitlan. Our tours are designed for beginners and intermediates who want to try paddle boarding on a beautiful lake with stunning scenery. I am a certified ASI (Academy of Surfing Instructors) Level 2 Paddle Board Instructor. We are based out of Santa Cruz la Laguna, but can easily be accessed by all other towns on the Lake. Safety is very important to us so please be aware the wind and water swell effect tour operations. Tours and experiences are mornings only. Our basic tour is designed to be a great way to try paddle boarding, learn basics, and have a fun. I can also provide more advanced tours for experienced paddlers as well, just ask! Come join us on the water :)

9. Venga Atitlan Outdoor Adventures

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5.0 based on 80 reviews

Venga Atitlan Outdoor Adventures

Venga Atitlan outdoor adventures is facilitating Stand Up Paddling (SUP), Rock Climbing, Bouldeirng, Yoga and Aerial Classes, Nature hikes, and helps to organise special social projects upon request in and around San Marcos La Laguna.

10. Marvelus Travel

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4.0 based on 12 reviews

Marvelus Travel

We organize bespoke tours and treks in Guatemala, and provide other tourist service in El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua

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