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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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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Materials for your own ceremony are available for an additional fee
Departure Point
Ferry, Panajachel, Guatemala
Xocomil Tour office, Calle Embarcadero, Panajachel
Return Details
Ferry, Panajachel, Guatemala
Xocomil Tour office, Calle Embarcadero, Panajachel
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
kimberlilisk
28 Jun 2025
Very authentic and interesting. Alex as our guide was incredible. That ceremony made our Guatemala trip wholesome. Thank you very much!
freddya471
24 May 2025
Truly a once in a lifetime experience. Alex was our guide, he was great. He made it very fun with his humor throughout our hike. He also explained the culture and Maya spirituality. The cave ceremony is not really something you can explain just a thing to trust and experience.
My wife and I will hold this short journey special to our hearts for year's to come. Thank you Alex!
SARAH_L
30 Apr 2025
Alex was an excellent guide. He imparted so much wisdom and knowledge. I truly appreciate that he openly shared his culture and customs with us. It was truly a spiritual experience.
Although, not for the faint of heart. The cave was very hot, ashy, smike filled, etc. All that aside, it was worth it to leave with a full heart and inside experience in Mayan culture.
Also it was very cool to take the chicken bus. Alex went above and beyond helping get Mayan calendars and lunch at the local market in Panajachel.
This was an amazing, authentic cultural and spiritual experience. Do it. Worth every cent.
This tour in
Panajachel
is organized by
Los Elementos Adventure Center & Day Spa
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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