Jul 1-3 Joyabaj and Mixco Viejo

Join us for 3 days of mountain biking, camping and exploring on a new route that connects the heart of Quiché, crosses the Motagua river and finishes at the Mayan Ruins of Mixco Viejo.

Parting off from the deep forests of Tecpán, we will cross one of the largest canyons in the country: the Motagua River Valley. Follow ridgelines along spectacular landscapes, go deep into the Guatemalan desert and finish up at the impressive Ruins of Mixco Viejo!

Departure Date: Saturday July 1st, 2023

Tour Type: Adventure MTB (Intermediate / Advanced)

Group Size: Only 6 People

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This trip includes 

  • 4 Days of Shuttle assited Riding
  • 1:4 Staff
  • Bi-Lingual Mountain Bike Guide with First Aid Certification
  • Private Driver
  • Pickup and dropoff
  • 4×4 Vehicle support
  • Mechanical Assitance
  • Picnic Lunches
  • Most meals
  • Fruits & Snacks
  • Filtered water
  • Park Entrances
  • Double Accomodation 
  • 1 Night Glamping (all equipment is included)
  • Access to Pro Tool Kit
  • First-aid kit, two way radio Communication, Satellite locator
  • Pre-departure info package
  • Daily Bike Cleaning

Departure: 

8:00

Friday June 30th, 2023
Antigua Guatemala

Return: 

18:00

Monday July 3rd
Tecpán Guatemala

Photo: © MTBguatemala.com

PRICING AND DETAILS 

All Inclusive Price:
GTQ 2000 /per person
Does not include bike rental

Act fast! Registration for this event ends in:

Camping location Day 1: Rio Motagua

 Detailed day-by day Itinerary:

Beginning high above in the lush cloud forests of Tecpán, we will explore unfrequented areas and communities with the most impressive views as we pedal our way all the way down to the bottom of the Motagua River Valley.

Rio Motagua by Bike

Hotel: Glamping at the Río Motagua (Pools, showers, bathrooms and charging facilites)

On this day we will enter a new region. The state of Quiché is known for its rich culture, impressive landscapes and vast dry forests. We will traverse the ridge high above the Motagua River Valley heading out to the infamous town of Joyabaj.

Hotel: Posada don Guillermo Joyabaj
Hot Showers, TV, Pool (Double accommodation)

Posada Don Guillermo Joyabaj Hotel

On our last riding day, we will adventure into the desert of Quiché, following cowpaths, crossing canyons and connecting all the way to the Mayan Ruins of Mixco Viejo. After having lunch, we will check out the ruins before driving back to Antigua/Tecpán.

Mixco viejo Ruins

Hotel: Not Included

Join us for this bonus day and stay in our Mountain Cabin before the trip!

Patzún Shuttle day

We will do shuttle runs in Patzún, connecting the most fun and flowy trails and double tracks in town! Get to know the vibrant culture of Patzún, adventure into its deep lush forest and enjoy the most amazing views of the region on your way down!

Photo: © MTBguatemala.com

Hotel: Mountain Cabin in Tecpán

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