Posada de Santiago

Guides

Cultural Guides

Those visitors with an interest in gaining a real exposure to the Tjutujil culture are fortunate to have Dolores Ratzan available as a cultural guide. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Tzutujile, Dolores is a respected and knoledgable member of the Santiago community. Book ahead to reserve a walking tour of Santiago, with an emphasis on contemporary adaptations of ancient traditions, and rare access to the underlying themes of Maximon worship.


Chuitinamit Archaeological Hiking Guide

Come hike into the Archaeology of the Atitlan Region! Explore Chuitinamit, the ruined capitol of the Tzutujil Maya. This fortress was the seat of religious and civic power in the Atitlan Region for more than twenty generations.

This hike takes between two or three hours, leaving early in the morning from the boat dock. We will cross the bay and hike for about 20 minutes until the summit of the hill. While exploring the monumental architecture of Chuitinamit, explanations will be given as to how this political center was set up, the current archaeological theories, observations about the cycles and world-view of the maya, ethnology, and cosmology. Various spots along the route have spectacular views of the town of Santiago and the countryside surrounding it. On the way down the hill, we will see a series of carved petro glyphs.

See first hand the challenges facing the sustainable preservation of Chuitinamit. Enjoy a conscientious walk through history. This hike is a good introduction in Maya Arquaeology, for anyone just interested or on their way to Tikal, Copan,etc.

Please take a hat and bottled water.
Price: $20 per person; $50 minimum. boat included

Hiking Guides

With three dormant volcanoes and endless hills lining the lake, there is no shortasge of incredible hiking to be had in Atitlan. For many of the longer hikes, a local guide is recommended. We maintain a list of guides that other guests have used successfully in the past. Please inquire with your host, or when booking your reservation.
Fishing Guides

Lake Atitlan sustains a large population of Black Bass, and makes for a delightfully relaxing fishing experience. Join NWG Fishing on a water tour to the most promising fishing bays on the south shore. Private boat, poles and tackle, and a deranged Belgian create the perfect recipe for fun fishing.