Artisanal Fishing Experience: Discovering Ancient Traditions on Lake Atitlan
Santiago Atitlán
Immerse yourself in the ancient tradition of artisanal fishing on Lake Atitlan. Learn the techniques from local fishermen and explore the vibrant town of Santiago Atitlan.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Santiago Atitlan - Once you arrive in Santiago Atitlan, our expert guide will be waiting for you to start this adventure. We want this to be an experience where you have contact with the people of the community and for this, we will take you with a resident of Santiago Atitlan, he will take us on his Kayuko (artisanal boat with paddle) to the fishing area. This person will have the bait ready at your arrival so as soon as you get to Santiago, you will learn all the processes for artisanal fishing.
  • Lake Atitlan - Our fisherman will take us to the fishing area. This will be an interactive tour, so you will learn the type of bait they use, how to throw the fishing net correctly, and you will be able to make your own attempts to fish. We are sure that you will love this tour and it will be a different and interactive activity that you can do on the lake.
  • Santiago Atitlan - After our wonderful fishing tour, you will be able to appreciate the beautiful views of the lake and its 3 volcanoes while we will take you back to the Santiago Atitlan pier. Once you are in the town, you can take advantage of the time there and walk, visit its market and meet its people. This is an excellent place to buy handicrafts at a very convenient price!
What's Included
  • Lifejacket
  • Certified Tour Guide
  • Boat Ride on a Kayuko (artisanal boat with paddle)
  • Bait
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Boat Ride to Get To Santiago Atitlan
Additional Information

If your thing is to do different activities where you travel to, then we are sure that this will be a tour that you will like a lot. We want you to be able to experience artisanal fishing in Lake Atitlan! This is an ancient activity on the lake that the locals have done for a long time, some since their childhood. Our expert guide will take you with one of the local fishermen, there you will get on an artisanal boat and travel for a few minutes to the area where they frequently fish. You can learn all the necessary techniques to fish yourself. Our guide will be with you all the time and will give you interesting information about this activity and the town of Santiago Atitlan, one of the most colorful, with many friendly people and full of local crafts wherever you see. Join us and enjoy this spectacular tour.

Location
Saint James the Apostle Church
We meet our guests in front of the Santiago Apostol Church Santiago Atitlan, the most popular church in town. You can get to Santiago Village on your own or we can arrange a boat transfer for you for an additional cost. Please message us so we can quote the transfer cost depending on your location.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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