About this experience
This tour will take you up to the base of the “Volcan de Agua” in the indigenous town of Santa Maria de Jesus with an altitude of over 2,070mts above sea level. You will get to visit the local market at the town’s square. As you make your way back down to Antigua, you will stop in the aldea of San Juan del Obispo where we visit the local chocolate factory "Chocolate Antigua" and a local wine store "Vinieria Los Lobos" We get to see the chocolate process on the tour of the small chocolate factory and get to taste some samples of their different chocolate flavors.
Our next stop is San Pedro de las Huertas, where we visit a local jade factory and are able to see and learn about making these rocks into fine jewelry. Our next and final stop is the food stop. We visit a local restaurant where we are able to taste local food and some delicious drinks.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Vehicle (ATV / Motorcycle)
- Driver/guide
- Fuel surcharge
- Parking Fees
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- No pick up offered, tour starts at our office. 6a avenida norte 60b
Itinerary and highlights
This tour will take you up to the base of the “Volcan de Agua” in the indigenous town of Santa Maria de Jesus with an altitude of over 2,070mts above sea level.
We visit the indigenous town of Santa Maria de Jesus with an altitude of over 2,070mts above sea level. You will get to visit the local market at the town’s square.
where we visit a local chocolate factory Chocolateria Antigua while here, we will be given a short demonstration of the chocolate making process. After our chocolate rush, we peak our heads next door to a local wine store.
We will visit a handcrafted jade factory
Meeting and pickup information
- We are located on 6 Ave North #60b, we are one block north of the church "La Merced" and 2 blocks from the Santa Catalina Arch
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Simoon Rentals & Tours Panajachel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Valid driver´s Licence
- You are unable to book a reservation only with a passenger rate; you must have a driver rate as well.
- Youth with drivers license can drive their own ATV but have to book as an adult
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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