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Country: Guatemala
Departing From: Antigua Guatemala
Arriving At: Lake Atitlan (Panajachel)
Travel Time: 2.5 to 3.5 hours
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Travel from the colonial city of Antigua Guatemala to the breathtaking shores of Lake Atitlan, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. The journey takes 2.5 to 3.5 hours through the Guatemalan highlands.
The route winds through highland villages and pine-forested mountains, climbing to over 2,500 meters before descending to the lakeshore town of Panajachel. The dramatic volcanic scenery along the way is unforgettable. Most shuttles drop you in Panajachel, where you can catch a boat to lakeside villages like San Marcos, San Pedro, and Santiago Atitlan.
Surrounded by three volcanoes — Toliman, Atitlan, and San Pedro — Lake Atitlan has been captivating travelers for centuries. Aldous Huxley called it "the most beautiful lake in the world." Each lakeside village has its own character, from the backpacker haven of San Pedro to the spiritual retreat center of San Marcos.
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