SAN GREGORIO Hotel & Spa is a unique haven, created in one of the most beautiful ecosystems in the country. Located in a mountainous area with pleasant climate all year round and breathtaking views of the “Volcan de Agua” and “Lago de Amatitlán”, it is a favorite destination for all who seek an alternative and […]
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San Gregorio Hotel & Spa Guatemala
Published at January 8th, 2010 in Attractions, News, Hotels, Restaurants, Gastronomy, Guatemala City, Cafes, Ecotourism and Volcanoes.No CommentsAcatenango
Published at August 20th, 2008 in Activities and Volcanoes.One CommentWith a summit elevation of 3,976 m Acatenango Volcano is one of the highest peaks in Guatemala and Central America. It will provide the experience hiker one of the nicest hikes of the area and those who are not used to hike even they might find it difficult at some points, it will worth […]
Pacaya Volcano
Published at April 25th, 2007 in Attractions, Ecotourism and Volcanoes.2 CommentsPacaya is an active volcano located 30 Km South of Guatemala City. It has become a popular tourist attraction for many who visit Guatemala due to its accessibility and its continuous activity. Many groups of tourists go to Pacaya volcano every day looking for some lava sighting and a fun adventure.
Standing at 2552 m, […]
Fuego Volcano
Published at April 18th, 2007 in Attractions, Ecotourism and Volcanoes.10 CommentsFuego Volcano is located between Sacatepequez and Chimaltenango departments, on the central region of Guatemala. With an altitude of 3763 meters, Fuego volcano it’s one of the most impressive of the 38 volcanoes spread throughout the country, and is definitely the most active of them all. It’s peak, covered with ashes and lava rocks from […]
Agua Volcano
Published at March 31st, 2007 in Attractions and Volcanoes.7 CommentsAgua Volcano is an inactive volcano that rises to an elevation of 3760 m. It’s located a few minutes away from La Antigua Guatemala, which makes it a characteristic landmark visible from any part of the city. Its shape is that of a symmetrical cone covered with vegetation.
It’s name derives from a mudflow that destroyed […]
Pacaya Volcano National Park
Published at August 6th, 2006 in Attractions, Ecotourism and Volcanoes.16 CommentsGuatemala is much more than La Antigua Guatemala, Panajachel and Tikal.
Pacaya volcano is a great destination. Located 50 km to the southwest of Guatemala City, it is close enough for a daytrip yet far enough for a wild natural adventure. To get there, take the road to Palín and Escuintla and make a left turn […]