Updated on Januray 22, 2024
Text & photographs: Claire Lessiau & Marcella van Alphen
From stunning Maya ruins, sometimes completely lost in the rainforest, to traditional villages with vibrant markets, lovely colonial towns, active volacanoes, gorgeous canyons of limestone pools, hot springs, and diverse wildlife, Guatemala seems to have it all. Best of all, Guatemalans are open, curious and kind, happy to share their customs with travellers. Despite its unsafe reputation largely due to a still recent civil war, Guatemala is a fantastic country to explore.
Check out our articles through the main menu, take a visual tour, or go by this interactive map: zoom-in on the area of interest, and check out the black pins. Each of them corresponds to an article.
Like it? Pin it!
Best regards from far, 
I have not been to Guatemala but your article peaks my curiosity.
Thanks Heather! Guatemala is rugged and it is a very varied and rich country with welcoming people. Definitely of our favorites in Central America!