Guatemala — Land of Volcanoes and Maya

There is a demanding stretch: the Acatenango expedition (days 2 and 3) means proper high-mountain trekking with a camp night above 3,500 m. The rest of the route is moderate. We recommend some day-hiking under your belt and solid cardio. You do not need to be a climber, but regular training makes a real difference.

The Full Experience (USD 3,490) covers international flights departing from Argentina, all ground transfers, seven nights’ lodging, every excursion on the itinerary, your MONS guide, plus welcome and farewell dinners. The On-Site Experience (USD 2,690) is everything above except international flights—ideal if you want to book your own ticket or use miles.

Buenos Aires–Guatemala City fares in March often sit around USD 700–900. The price gap between the two options is USD 800—essentially the cost of the ticket. The Full Experience bundles that flight near cost, plus the ease of meeting the group from the origin airport without doing the legwork yourself.

We run a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 20 guests. Groups stay intentionally small: better pace, more attention from your guide, and a more grounded feel in each place.

Your MONS guide—from Argentina—is with you all eight days, from departure through the return. In Chichicastenango and Tikal, specialised local guides join for those sites.

The summit lies at 3,976 m and the climb usually takes 5–7 hours with your pack on. It is demanding yet reasonable for medium–high fitness and some trekking experience. The optional sunrise summit push is voluntary—if you would rather rest in camp, that is completely fine.

Yes. The Acatenango camp looks straight at Fuego, one of Central America’s most active volcanoes. Eruptions are frequent—and at night they rank among the most powerful natural shows you will ever see. We cannot promise a show (it is nature), but the odds are very high.

March falls in the dry season—one of the best windows to visit. Clear days, cold nights up high, and strong visibility from Acatenango. Chichicastenango market runs Thursdays and Sundays, and the itinerary is timed to land on one of those days.

No. Argentine passport holders do not need a visa. You only need a valid passport with at least six months left beyond your return date.

Antigua: historic-centre hotel (two nights). Lake Atitlán: lakeside lodging (two nights). Guatemala City: hotel in a traveller-friendly area (two nights). Acatenango: mountain shelter high on the mountain (one night). Every stay is chosen by MONS for location, safety, and real local flavour.

All breakfasts from day two onward, the welcome dinner (day one), and the farewell dinner (day seven) are covered. Meals during the Acatenango expedition are included as well. Other lunches and dinners are not part of the package—Guatemala eats well at every budget.

You lock your spot with a USD 350 deposit (payable in dollars or pesos at the day’s exchange rate). The balance follows fixed instalments based on the plan you choose. Early bookings get a discount on either option.

Like anywhere worthwhile, Guatemala calls for basic street sense. Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and Tikal are established international hubs with solid infrastructure for travellers. Travelling with MONS means a planned route, a guide with you throughout, and a direct line whenever you need it.

Absolutely. Past trips with us are not required. We do ask you to read the Acatenango difficulty notes and be straight about your current fitness. If you are unsure, message us—we will help you decide whether this is the right trip for you, right now.