Guatemala Tours

Yes, Guatemala is safe for travelers when sticking to popular tourism hubs like Antigua, Lake Atitlán, Tikal, and Chichicastenango.

While big cities like Guatemala City require standard urban precautions, primary travel routes between major sites are well-traveled and welcoming. Joining a group tour makes exploring even simpler, as traveling together with a dedicated vehicle and an expert local guide eliminates transit guesswork, while Odynovo provides 24/7 support throughout your tour for added peace of mind.

The best time to visit is during the dry season, which runs from November to April. You can expect more stable weather for sightseeing, hiking and outdoor activities during these months.

The rainy season runs from May to October, with showers often occurring in the afternoon, while mornings can still be suitable for exploring.

If you want to experience Guatemala's famous Semana Santa celebrations in Antigua, late March or April can be an especially interesting time to visit, although dates vary each year.

Guatemala is known as the "Land of Eternal Spring," but temperatures vary wildly by elevation.

Antigua and Lake Atitlán are comfortably warm by day and cool at night, requiring light layers and a fleece. If you hike high-altitude volcanoes, you will need winter gear (hat, jacket, gloves), while the northern Petén jungle around Tikal is hot and humid year-round, requiring breathable clothing and insect spray.

Yes! Antigua sits right next to Mount Fuego, one of the world’s most active volcanoes. It erupts small plumes of ash and glowing lava regularly (often every 15-20 minutes). You can witness these dramatic, mesmerizing night eruptions safely from rooftop terraces in downtown Antigua, or from lookout points on neighboring Acatenango volcano.

Yes, Guatemala is one of the world's top destinations for volcano hiking, offering trails for almost every fitness level.

The two most popular options are Pacaya Volcano, a moderate half-day hike over otherworldly lava fields where you can roast marshmallows over geothermal vents, and Acatenango Volcano, a demanding trek that offers front-row views of the active Fuego volcano's glowing night eruptions.