Altamira Oriole

This unique experience will take us to 3 mountain tops on the North side of Antigua, Guatemala. First stop is ¨El Cerro de La Cruz¨ at a height of about 5,000 ft. above sea level, this is one of Antigua´s most famous landmarks and attractions where we stop for a great aerial view of colonial Antigua and the villages, volcanoes, and nature located around the valley. After getting a close-up aerial view of the colonial city, we hop back on the vehicles and head up the El Hato Mountain towards our Second stop, where we stop to visit ¨Earth Lodge¨. This is an Avocado plantation and ECO-lodge found in the mountain village of El Hato. We will have some time for drinks and snacks, and you can also relax in one of the various hammocks. After visiting this marvelous place we will hop on a pick up truck towards our final stop which is ¨Alta Mira¨. This is a unique eco-park located in one of the highest mountains around Antigua at an elevation of about 7,600 ft. In Alta Mira, we take a short hike to enjoy more amazing views of the valley and volcanoes with lots of places to take some amazing pictures. Here we take some time to visit the famous “HANDS”, spend some time hiking in the woods, bicycle canopy, or take some pictures with the giants located around the park. We usually grab some food and drinks here or if you want something local just ask your guide. Once we are finished up at Alta Mira , we head back down to Antigua.

Take advantage of your visit to Guatemala by touring through Antigua’s hills where you will find spectacular nature parks such as Altamira and Hobbitenango. Enjoy your time surrounded by beautiful mountain forests and great views over the valley. Snap a unique photo in Altamira’s giant wooden hand and Hobbitenango feel like a Hobbit and get the full experience with its hobbit-hole houses and movie-like activities. Visit two of the Antigua area’s most interesting theme parks with this private day tour. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you to Altamira, with its gigantic wooden structures and larger-than-life hands that guests are welcome to climb on. You'll then visit Hobbitenango, a Lord of the Rings-inspired eco-park featuring hobbit houses and spectacular views out over the countryside. Enjoy a delicious lunch. After your tour, you will be taken back to your hotel.

Discover Altamira on an Exciting Buggy Tour Embark on a unique adventure as you drive a buggy through the mountainous trails of Antigua Guatemala on your way to Altamira. The tour begins with a brief introduction to vehicle handling and safety measures. Then, we start the ascent along scenic trails surrounded by lush vegetation, where you’ll feel the adrenaline and freedom of exploring open-air paths. Upon arriving at Altamira, you’ll be greeted by breathtaking panoramic views of the Panchoy Valley and the majestic Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango volcanoes. Here, you can explore its iconic viewpoints and capture unforgettable photos on the famous giant swings and sky-high platforms. You’ll also admire impressive hand-carved wooden sculptures. For nature lovers, Altamira offers trails surrounded by trees and peaceful rest areas, perfect for enjoying the serenity of the environment. If you're looking for more adventure, you can try the bicycle zipline (extra). After experiencing this magical destination, we’ll hop back into the buggies for the descent, giving you another dose of adventure before returning to the starting point with unforgettable memories of a journey filled with excitement, natural beauty, and fun.

To kick off this adventure, our meeting point will be the Union Tank, where we will await you at 9:00 a.m. in our transportation that offers panoramic views. Our first stop: Cerro de la Cruz. You'll have time to explore the area and take photos. We'll then head towards the northern part of the reserve, where you'll decide whether to go to Altamira or Hobitengo. You'll have 2 hours to enjoy the place of your choice. Our transportation will wait for you at the parking lot after the two hours, and we'll descend back to Antigua, returning to the same starting point.