Lake Atitlán Mountain Bike Tour – Single Day XC Ride
Lake Atitlán is one of the most beautiful places in the world, and the best way to see it is from the many vantage points reached by mountain bike. On this Lake Atitlán mountain bike tour, you’ll step away from the tourist trail and experience the authentic highlands—crossing rural pueblos, farmland, and vibrant local markets.
With over 10 years of experience guiding at Lake Atitlán, the expert team at MTB Guatemala will lead you on backroads and ancient Mayan trails that reveal the culture and landscapes that make this region unique. Along the way, you’ll ride flowing singletrack, stop at scenic viewpoints, and enjoy a full day of adventure supported by professional guides and vehicles.
tour Highlights
- Full day mountain bike tour at Lake Atitlán
- Visit the Mayan pyramids of Semetebaj
- Ride through small towns and markets
- Follow smooth singletrack with big views
- See local agriculture including coffee, flowers and avocado orchards
A challenging full day ride at Lake Atitlán for intermediate and experienced mountain bikers
Experience a varied and scenic ride on the southeastern side of Lake Atitlán. This full day tour includes visits to several parks, vehicle support as well as lunch at a local restaurant. This tour departs and returns to Panajachel, Sololá.
Our Lake Atitlán Cross Country Tour Includes:
INCLUDED
- Full Suspension bike rental
- Protective Equipment
- Helmet, Gloves, Kneepads
- Lunch
- Accommodations
- 1:4 Staff
- Private shuttle and driver
- Expert Mountain Bike Guide
- Fruits & Snacks
- Filtered water
- Park Entrances
- Vehicle and 4×4 Support
- Mechanical assistance
- Access to pro tool kit.
- Picnic Lunches
- First-aid kit, two way radio Communication, Satellite locator
- Pre-departure info package
- Daily Bike Cleaning
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
Difficulty:
Our Lake Atitlán mountain bike tour – Single Day XC is rated intermediate best for riders with previous mountain bike experience. Our route includes over 1000m of climbing so you must be fit. The tour finishes with an exhilarating 1200m descent down to the town of San Antonio Palopó
| Total Distance | Climbing | Descent | Max Altitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27km | 1050m | -1676m | 2200m |
ROUTE INFORMATION – PART 1
ROUTE INFORMATION – PART 2
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Included Bike rentals
This tour package includes one of our following high end mountain bike rentals
29″ Wheels
Shimano Drivetrain
4 piston Hydraulic disc brakes
OneUp Dropper Post
170mm/160mm Travel
Fox Suspension
Flat Pedals
29″ Wheels
1×12 Shimano Drivetrain
4 piston Hydraulic disc brakes
Dropper Post
160mm/150mm Travel
Fox Suspension
Flat Pedals
Ebike Rentals
Upgrade your ride
Upgrade to one of our electric mountain bikes —perfect for riders who want a extra boost. Each rental includes a helmet, accessories, so you can focus on enjoying the adventure.
All our e-bikes are 2025 full-suspension Commencal Meta Power Bikes and are professionally maintained.
Why Ride With Us?
With years of experience riding, racing and exploring in Guatemala all our routes are unique to our company.
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