Location: Panajachel
Top Things to do in Panajachel
Top 6 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Panajachel, Western Highlands
Panajachel (Spanish pronunciation: [panaxaˈtʃel], Pana) is a town in the southwestern Guatemalan Highlands, less than 90 miles from Guatemala City, in the department of Sololá. It serves as the administrative centre for the surrounding municipality of the same name. The elevation is 1,597 metres (5,240 ft). Population was 11 thousand in the 2000 census, estimated as 15,000 now (Insituto Nacional de Estadística de Guatemala), and has approximately doubled each of the last few decades. The town of Panajachel is located on the Northeast shore of Lake Atitlán, and has become a centre for the tourist trade of the area as it provides a base for visitors crossing the lake to visit other towns and villages.
Restaurants in Panajachel
1. Atitlan Adventure Tours
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
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.
2. guateSUP
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5.0 based on 95 reviews
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
3. Atitlan Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 811 reviews
The Atitlan Nature Reserve is both a must for visitors of Lake Atitlan and a force in the environmental cause: Atitlan Azul. It is an extraordinary gate to the magnificent Lake Atitlan and its spectacular volcanoes. Its zip lines, butterfly preserve, trails, hanging bridges and lodgings bring you in close contact with nature. On the zip lines you fly above waterfalls, coffee groves, oak stands and the steep cliffs that guard the lake. At the Butterfly Geodome you enjoy the colors and forms of hundreds of butterflies surrounded by flowers and the sounds of water. Humming birds and the murmur of the river accompany you while you have lunch, coffee or a drink, then you continue to explore the diversity and beauty of this natural wonder. At night, the crickets, owls and the sounds of the night will be your company in our lodging. The Reserve supports the work of scientist and students concerned with biodiversity and environmental degradation.
Reviewed By ChrisW9565
A short tuk tuk ride from central Pana, this nature preserve is quite nice. We explored the butterfly dome which was also accompanied by some in-depth explanations & exhibits from different stages of the butterfly's life. We also did the Xtreme Ziplining. The trail up took us past some of the nature trail and were able to see some monkeys on the way up!! It was my first time ziplining, and they could not have been nice about taking care of me and showing me the ropes. The views were *breathtaking* and I absolutely recommend stopping here and spend half a day if you have the time.
4. Iximche
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4.5 based on 335 reviews
Reviewed By 561RobertS561 - Ponte Vedra Beach, United States
First of all, this is still an active place of worship for Mayan people. It is a sacred place and should be considered in this context. It deserves a spot on anyone’s itinerary who values history, diverse cultures and wants to learn more about our ancestry. TIP: hire a local guide with credentials (indigenous local guide); it is worth the time to arrange in order to really learn the facts and relevance. NOTE: the museum is small but a gem of history and insight. ONLY negative was the bathroom facilities where is bad repair!
5. Circus Bar
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4.0 based on 54 reviews
The locals head to this busy night spot to enjoy good friends, good drink and a little flirting.
Reviewed By DJSB76
WOW! So glad we listened to everyone's recommendations!!!! This place was so much fun! We did have to wait for a table - but that's a good sign right??!! The music was amazing, the service was great and we truly had the BEST PIZZA EVER!!! Wish we had time to go back for a second time!
6. GR Travel
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5.0 based on 82 reviews
