Boat to San Pedro!

Upon recommendation from our friends (who left for Guatemala from San Cristobal a few weeks ago), we decided to head to San Pedro across Lake Atitlan. The boat ride was only slightly less crazy than the chicken buses. We were howling with laughter as the pilot went full speed into waves forcing us all to continually brace ourselves! 😅

The lake is gorgeous! It is surrounded by mountains and volcanoes! 🌋 San Pedro is also beautiful. The streets are riddled with hidden alleyways, hills, and Tuk Tuks (three wheeled motorcycle taxis).

We found a private room with an ensuite bathroom on the lake front for Q 120 (quetzales). It feels so relaxing to be near water again. The locals come down to the lake everyday to bathe and wash their laundry on ridged stone slabs. We often see children and entire families making an event out of this by having a picnic and playing in the water for a while. It's pretty awesome. 😊

We haven't had much experience in Guatemala yet, but so far the people seem incredibly laid back, friendly, and they're always laughing and joking around.Read more