Flights to Guatemala

Discover the specific features of this country

Guatemala is a beautiful Central American country rich in natural settings, cultural wealth and amazing beaches. Bordering countries such as Mexico, Belize and Honduras, it also boasts access to the Caribbean Sea in its eastern region and the Pacific Ocean in its western region, undoubtedly one of its greatest distinctive features. Moreover, the over 400 kilometres of coastline that this country boasts constitute one of its greatest attractions and an unmissable visit on your holidays in the country.

The capital, bearing the same name as the country, is its main city and the nerve centre of the economic and cultural activity of all of Guatemala. It is a modern city with numerous activities available, and undoubtedly an obligatory stop-off. Furthermore, it is located close to another of the most relevant locations in the country, Antigua Guatemala, which stands out due to its great colonial wealth inherited from the Spanish occupation.

As for the country, Guatemala is divided into eight different regions: The Metropolitan Region, which covers the capital and its surrounding areas; the Northern Region, where the department of Verapaz, famous for its beautiful natural landscape with jungle characteristics, is located; the North-Eastern Region, which includes, among others, the well-known department of Izabal, which stands out for its biodiversity, its beautiful Caribbean beaches and for conserving the Garifuna culture, traditions and customs of Caribbean and East-African origin; the South-Eastern Region, in which you will also enjoy beautiful landscapes; the Central Region, where you will be able to gaze at volcanoes and the greatest part of the country’s colonial wealth; the South-Western Region, where you will be able to find some of the Pacific's best beaches, ideal for surfing; the North-Western Region, full of beautiful mountains and valleys; and Petén Region, one of the best known due to its large number of archaeological sites.

In all these regions, you will have the pleasure of experiencing the culture and customs of Guatemala and learning all about its history and its peoples, and so we recommend that you visit each of its regions and make the most of your holidays in this incredible country. Furthermore, with our Guatemala flight offers, now you will have no excuse not to come to this destination.

Explore the most beautiful landscapes

To get to know a holiday destination better, there is nothing better than exploring its most amazing and emblematic places and Guatemala has many regions for you to visit. Furthermore, you will be able to discover all these regions through different excursions or tours that will allow you to get to know this beautiful country even better. Let yourself be amazed by the surprises awaiting you in Guatemala.

One of the best tours available in Guatemala is through its numerous volcanoes. Thanks to Wamos Air, you will have the opportunity to take several incredible excursions in places such as Pacayca Volcano and Acatenango Volcano, making a stop at the beautiful Lake Atitlán and finishing at San Pedro Volcano. You will undoubtedly encounter an unbeatable experience exploring these extraordinary landscapes. Book now among our Guatemala flight offers

If you want a more tranquil and less risky experience than walking between volcanoes, then we recommend the Tapon Creek tour, allowing you to sail along the Cocolí River while gazing at the beautiful views of nature. You will also be able to explore the rainforest until you reach the magical natural pools that await you there, where you will be able to rest and relax. After recharging your batteries, you are ready to get going and try your skill with the fishing rod, something you will be able to do thanks to our sport fishing activities. Head to the Guatemala's Pacific coast to step on board a nice boat and try your hand at fishing. Even if you do not want to fish, you will also have the option to be captivated by the majestic whales that you will be able to see in this area.

To finish your excursions in Guatemala, we advise that you take the Sendero de las Escobas trail, a large natural setting filled with the different species of fauna and flora that you will be able to explore through its various paths and tracks, while you enjoy its landscapes and the fresh, clean air. Do not miss any of these tourist offers on your holidays to Guatemala.

The best food in Central America

Guatemala’s cuisine is known for its diversity and its variety of food and ingredients used. With a great tradition and influence from different countries, Guatemala has created a cuisine of new flavours, but always respecting the oldest customs, so don’t forget to try its best dishes on your next holidays there.

As in any gastronomic culture, in Guatemala there are several dishes that you cannot miss. These notably include Pepián, and, although it seems a simple dish, as it is made up of chicken and rice, its sauce, made of pumpkin and sesame seeds, gives it a unique and special touch that you are sure to love; Paches, which, with their potato or rice base, have a different flavour to the other tamales you will find in Central America; Enchiladas, similar to Mexican enchiladas but with different notes due to the meat and native ingredients of Guatemala; or Jocón, a dish that stands out for its sauce and which is composed of different meats.

You cannot miss the desserts prepared in the country either and you are sure to love the most gluttonous ones. For example, you will be able to try Plátanos en Mole, an incredible and delicious banana dessert; Rellenitos, made of banana and beans; Buñuelos, very typical around Christmas and usually served with honey; Molletes, very popular around Holy Week at Easter and also bathed in honey. Come and enjoy this country's gastronomical offer, with Wamos Air’s flights to Guatemala!

Discover the curiosities of Guatemala

Guatemala is undoubtedly one of the countries with the best remains of the ancient Maya civilisation, as, in different parts of its territory, you will find archaeological sites from these people that will show you part of the history of this Caribbean country. Another important part of the Guatemalan culture is the cultural legacy of different regions of the world such as the Caribbean, East Africa and Spain, due to colonisation. All these influences, along with the Maya influence, continue to represent part of the customs of Guatemala, as is the case of the clothing, made in accordance with the traditional Maya system, or local fiestas, heavily influenced by the Spanish occupation.

Apart from the cultural diversity, another of the most amazing diversities of Guatemala is that relating to its natural settings. One of the greatest specific features of this country is that it has coastlines on both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, something that allows the country to have different climates depending on its regions. Thus, Guatemala has created such stunning landscapes ranging from beautiful mountains to stunning beaches, not forgetting the formidable volcanoes that you will find throughout the country, as Guatemala is a very active volcanic area. Take advantage of our Guatemala flight offers and enjoy some adventure holidays.

But if there is something you cannot miss on your holidays to Guatemala, it is the great number of tours available throughout the country with different themes, such as cultural, natural or full of activities given its landscapes, so don’t miss the opportunity to go on any of the excursions scheduled in this country. Now all that is left is for you to take Wamos Air up on its cheapest flights to Guatemala!