Key Events
• Semana Santa, celebrations throughout the country. Maximón is paraded through Santiago Atitlán, usually on the Wednesday of Holy Week.
• Village fiestas: There are fiestas throughout the year in most Guatemalan villages, including on the community’s saint day. Santiago’s main fiesta is 23-27 Jul, Sololá’s 11-17 Aug.
For more detailed information visit our When To Go section.
When To Go
The best weather conditions in the upland areas are during the dry season Dec-May. It can be cold and in the highlands in winter; but the fields bursting with crops make the landscape look its best when the sun does shine. The busiest time for tourists is Dec-Mar.
Language
Spanish.
Getting Local Currency
Quetzal. Acquire local currency in a larger town before you head into this region. You may have ask your bank to authorise ATM withdrawals before you leave the UK and each transaction is limited to about £100.
Time Difference
GMT -6 hours.
Combines With
Flores (for visit to Tikal ruins), 4.5 hours by road from Lanquín.
Getting There
It’s a 2hr drive to Panajachel from Antigua (52km)
If you still have questions, please contact us and one of our Travel Experts will be happy to help.
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