SHUTTLE FROM ANTIGUA GUATEMALA TO SAN JUAN LA LAGUNA - SHARED SERVICE

Discover authentic Maya weaving culture! Comfortable shuttle from Antigua to San Juan La Laguna on Lake Atitlán. Visit traditional weaving cooperatives, vibrant art galleries, medicinal gardens, and artisan communities. Multiple daily departures and returns available.

Daily Departures (Every Day)

Antigua to San Juan La Laguna

• 09:00 AM

• 02:00 PM

Return Departures (San Juan La Laguna to Antigua)

• 05:00 AM

• 09:30 AM

• 02:30 PM

Distance & Travel Time

Distance: 68 miles (109 kilometers)
Estimated Travel Time: 2.5 to 3 hours depending on traffic and mountain road conditions

Pricing

• One Way: $22 USD per person

• Round Trip: $44 USD per person

Pickup and Meeting Point

In Antigua Guatemala: To ensure a smooth and efficient pickup, please be fully ready at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time. This includes having your luggage prepared, completing your hotel check-out, and having all personal belongings ready.

Please wait at your hotel entrance or lobby so you can quickly exit and board the vehicle when it arrives. You do not need to present a booking confirmation. Simply provide your name, and the driver will verify it on the passenger list before allowing you to board.

In San Juan La Laguna (Return Departures): Please arrive exactly 10 minutes before your scheduled return time at one of these two meeting points:

• Lema Association – https://maps.app.goo.gl/HEXjMnFCAR9Y8mAZ9

• Nativo Coffee Shop – https://maps.app.goo.gl/wx1rHAY81U5c3zxQ6

Be completely ready to board immediately when the shuttle arrives. Simply provide your full name to the driver, and they will verify you on the passenger list before boarding. Have all your belongings packed and ready to load.

Before Leaving Your Hotel

• Double-check you didn't forget anything (passport, wallet, phone, chargers, etc.)

• Use the restroom before departure

• Bring a light jacket or sweater – You'll descend from Antigua's elevation to Lake Atitlán's cooler climate. The lake itself can have cool breezes

• Bring comfortable walking shoes – You'll be exploring on foot throughout San Juan La Laguna

• Apply sunscreen and bring a hat – The high-altitude sun reflects off the lake intensely

• Bring cash in small bills – Vendors at weaving cooperatives and shops prefer small denominations. ATMs are available near the docks

• Wear a small crossbody bag – Avoid large backpacks for easier navigation through narrow streets and markets

Practical Information

Language & Communication

• Local languages: K'iche' Maya and Spanish are primarily spoken

• English: Limited but improving. Staff at major cooperatives often speak some English

• Translation apps: Download Google Translate offline for easy communication

Money & Payments

• Currency: Quetzals (GTQ) are the primary currency. USD is accepted in tourist areas

• ATMs & Banks: Available near the main dock and throughout town

• Cards: Many cooperatives and shops still prefer cash. Always ask before assuming card payment is available