Lake Atitlan: Mayan Ceremony at the Sacred Caves
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Visit the most sacred and holy locations around Lake Atitlan. Shaman priest perform Fire ceremony at sacred caves for healing, protection, safe travels, and for centering their energy. This is a once in a lifetime experience! You will experience an ancient Mayan custom at a fire cleansing and protection ceremony at the Sacred Caves of Lake Atitlan. The modern day Fire Ceremony is how the Mayan of today connect with the old wisdom known as the Mayan Cosmovision. Immerse yourself in the mysticism of a holy place, and learn why the highland tribes travel for hours to connect with the spirits. Your guide will explain why the ceremonies are performed, and teach you about the ritual and unique meanings of the Mayan calendar. You will witness shamans performing ceremony on most days, although this is can not be guaranteed.
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- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(59)
I am very blessed that I have met my tour guide and newfound friend, Alex, in this tour. We spent our walk talking about the Mayan culture and its importance today. We also talked about life experiences and he gave me advices as someone who is still finding my way in life.Me, Alex and the other travelers were supporting each other like a family as we did the ritual. I highly recommend this activity especially for those who want to know more about Mayan spirituality and their culture, as well as yourself too.
I knew I wanted to partake in a shamanic ritual and I am so grateful for the experience offered by Kayak Guatemala. Alex was my shaman and I feel extremely lucky to have witnessed his devotion during the ceremony. I emerged from the cave feeling spiritually cleansed and left with a deep appreciation for the land and Mayan culture.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us. We’re truly grateful you chose to be part of this ceremony. It means a lot to hear how meaningful it was for you. Alex will be very happy to know that his dedication and guidance made such a positive impact.
Very spiritual and really enjoyed learning about Maya culture. Luis our guide was very thoughtful and informative.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you had such a spiritual experience and enjoyed learning about Maya culture. Luis will be very happy to know that his thoughtful and informative guidance made a difference.
My friend and I went in with no idea what to expect and emerged energized and renewed feeling a deep connection to the land, local culture, and our individual spirituality. It was a very moving, emotional, and transformational experience rich with ritual and personal introspection. We hope to return with our families. The shaman is very serious about using his gifts to help the world which is beautiful to witness. Thank you for this incredible gift! It’s such a privilege to be included.
Thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful and meaningful experience. We’re truly honored you felt such a deep connection, and it means a lot to us. We would love to welcome you and your families back in the future
This was such a beautiful experience! I know it would be cheesy to say life-changing, but it was really eye-opening and amazing! Our guide was so kind and welcoming to their culture and traditions. It was absolutely incredible! 100% I would go again and bring friends and family! I can’t recommend this enough!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly happy to hear you had such a beautiful and meaningful experience. It means a lot to us that you felt welcomed and connected to the culture. We would love to have you back with your friends and family in the future
This was the absolute highlight of our trip. It was an incredible experience. Our host was incredible. Unforgettable.
Thank you so much for your kind words!
Wonderful experience! So special to learn about Mayan culture and tradition. The Shaman, Carlos, and our guide, Mario, were incredible. The chicken bus was really fun. Definitely wear sneakers, the walk would not be good in flip-flops and you can get ash on you, so don't wear white. Highly recommend this tour. It was such a unique meaningful experience. Learning more about my Mayan sign and how it interacts with my partner's sign was amazing.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re glad you had such a meaningful experience and enjoyed learning about Mayan culture. Carlos and Mario will be very happy to hear this! Hope to see you again soon!
This was a truly special experience. In all of our travels, this stands out as unique as you get to experience what Mayans have done for hundreds of years. But not only hundreds of years ago, these rituals are performed now as there were two other Mayan families in the cave during our time there, who were doing their own rituals so this isn’t a tourist trap - you get to do what Mayans actually do. Just one suggestion - you will get smoke and soot everywhere so do not wear clothes that you are afraid of ruining. We all washed everything off after the ceremony, but our daughter’s white t-shirt was ruined. So wear simple clothing and enjoy this must-do activity in the Lake Atitlan area.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re really happy to hear how meaningful and authentic the ceremony felt for you. And thank you for the helpful tip—it’s great advice for future guests! We hope to welcome you again soon
It was great! Handled the ceremony very carefully, paid for the transportation and assisted with everything/asked if I had questions etc made me comfortable throughout .
Thank you so much! We’re glad you felt comfortable and well taken care of throughout the experience. It means a lot to hear that you enjoyed the ceremony and the support from our team. Hope to see you again soon!
Alex,our guide and shaman, was kind, helpful and authentic. It is a beautiful place and was a spiritual experience. We were renewed.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy to hear you had a great and meaningful experience with our team. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed it, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again for another adventure soon
