Guatemala · 14°28′N 90°37′W

Guatemala's crags await.
Let's go climb!

A full day of guided rope climbing at Amatitlán or Cerro Quemado. Rafa brings the gear, handles the ride, and shows you the ropes. Make a reservation and the day is yours.

[PHOTO: Rafa lead climbing at Amatitlán, wide shot — hero image]

AMATITLÁN, LAKE-SIDE WALLS

Climbing
19 yrs
Guiding
13 yrs
Group
1–8
Gear
Incl.
Langs
EN·ES

The routes

Two of Guatemala's most beautiful views, for the same price

Each tour comes with a full day of climbing and all the gear you need. The only question: lake or lava fields?

[PHOTO: Rafa lead climbing at Amatitlán, wide shot]

Near Guatemala City & Antigua

Amatitlán

ELEV 1250M8 hours5.6–5.12$80 USD / person

A full day of climbing on the walls above the gorgeous Lake Amatitlán, the closest sport climbing to Guatemala City and Antigua. After a short approach through the jungle you're faced with spectacular views of the nearby Agua and Pacaya volcanos, framed by the shimmering emerald-green lake below you.

[PHOTO: Climber on volcanic rock at Cerro Quemado, highland backdrop]

Quetzaltenango (Xela)

Cerro Quemado

ELEV 3197M8 hours5.7–5.11$80 USD / person

Climbing on the volcanic rock at Cerro Quemado, outside Quetzaltenango (Xela). Expect a lengthy approach up the sharp, rugged terrain formed from past volcanic eruptions. A sacred site for locals, this unique crag high in the sky is home to some of the best climbing in Guatemala.

[PHOTO: Portrait of Rafa at the crag, gear racked]

Your guide

Your guide from pickup to top out

The person answering your message is the person tying in with you at the wall. Rafa has climbed Guatemalan rock for 19 years and guided for 13. First-timers get full instruction. Experienced climbers get mileage.

Service area
Xela · Amatitlán · Atitlán · Huehuetenango
Pickup
Guatemala City · Antigua · Xela
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Booking

Year-round, Mon–Sun

Short-notice bookings are possible depending on the schedule — booking ahead is recommended to guarantee a spot.

Year-round, Monday–Sunday (occasional exceptions).

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Pick a date

Pick an open date on the calendar — Rafa confirms by email. Pay in person on the day.