Travel Guide Santa Catarina Palopo, Guatemala, Santa Catarina Palopo, Guatemala

Ever heard about Santa Catarina Palopó? Guatemala is more than Tikal and Antigua! The town of Santa Catarina Palopó on the shores of lake Atitlan in Guatemala is known for its geometric patterns on houses and buildings throughout town. You will not find many tourists here and have the chance to explore the real Guatemala! This travel guide to Santa Catarina Palopó, will tell you everything about the town’s best activities and places to overnight.

Santa Catarina Palopó is one of the 19 municipalities of Sololá, Guatemala. It is one of the less-visited towns around the lake, but definitely one worth a visit! This town offers a real authentic, Guatemala experience, as the town is not much developed yet.

Most people visit Santa Catarina Palopó via a small boat (launcha) from San Lucas Tolimán or other villages around lake Atitlán. The small ferryboot (launcha) will cost about Q25 / $3.30 for one way. You can also travel by tuk-tuk or pick-up. When taking the ride to Santa Catarina Palopó you will cross some beautiful landscapes and hills!  ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).