San Pedro - Lake Atitlan

Driving Above the Clouds

Lago de Atitlan, our last excursion in Guatemala is the largest in the country and was formed by volcanic activity over 80,000 years ago.  You can find volcanic rock floating on the surface.  The lake is also the deepest in Central America, at 1100 feet deep.  Surrounding the Lake are three beautiful volcanoes and some lovely lake towns.  We found ourselves in the little hippie town of San Pedro, which we found to be full of party goers and the occasional weed smoker. 



Coming in to Town



Although only 31 miles from Antigua, it took nearly 4 hours to get there with winding, bumpy, make you want to barf roads that climb and drop until you stumble upon this amazing lake nestled in the middle of the country. 

View from the Lake



The trip was short, but we met a wonderful couple from Ireland (Brian and Louis), who we spent most of our time with.  One night included 6 - 40 oz Gallo beers, 5 margaritas, a bloody mary, and many laughs.  The Irish can drink.  They also offered up their apartment in Dublin for us when we get to Europe.  We may take them up on it. 

The Path to our Hostel

Grafitti San Pedro



The only real activity we did on the Lake, other than drinking, was a kayak trek.  The view was spectatular, including a unique perspective of the town, and the volcanoes.  The lake itself was warm and clear, and full of ducks with white beaks.  Some argue lake Atitlans as the most beautiful in the world.... it's hard to argue.  Cheers.

Em kayaking

J Kayaking