Guatemala

Explore the magnificent jungle-clad ruins of Tikal, one of the major cities of the ancient Mayan civilisation

Discover the charming island town of Flores

Marvel at the beauty of Lake Atitlán, a stunning deep lake fringed with volcanoes and indigenous villages

Wander cobblestoned streets and admire candy-coloured colonial architecture in the majestic World Heritage Listed city of Antigua

Shop for rainbow-coloured textiles and handicrafts at the country’s biggest indigenous markets

The dry season in the highlands is from November to April, when the days are warm and balmy.

The coast is tropical, and therefore humid – temperatures here can range from 32°C–38°C.

The summer months are hot and very humid, while winters are very mild.

In Summer from June to September Guatemala City experiences average temperatures ranging from 12 degrees Celsius in the evenings to 24 degrees Celsius during the day.

Guatemala is -6 hours behind GMT/UTC

Spanish (official), Amerindian languages

Guatemalan Quetzal

US dollars cash are by far the easiest foreign currency to exchange in Guatemala. We recommend you only take US$ notes from 2006 or newer, and with the new large-head design. Older or torn notes are not accepted in Guatemala.

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Electricity in Guatemala is 120 Volts, at 60 hertz. The most common pin type is A. (2 flat prong).

Electricity in Guatemala is 120 Volts, at 60 hertz. The most common pin type is A. (2 flat prong).

Your safety is our number one concern. Our safety track record is exemplary thanks to careful management and thorough consultation with local partners. Our industry leading risk management procedures have become a skill that we continue to refine. Our leaders in the field are highly trained and have safety as their number one priority. Expert leaders, risk assessments, quality inclusions and your financial security all come standard when you travel with us.

Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.

We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration.

We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.

Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.