Hiking
The stunning and abundant hiking trails in the Panchoy Valley, where Earth Lodge resides, are one of the best kept secrets in Guatemala – you won’t find crowds on these trails! There are numerous hiking routes accessible directly from Earth Lodge, varying in length and difficulty, no transportation needed. Our bilingual guides will enhance your experience, providing information about local flora and fauna and other secrets of these jungles. Staying at Earth Lodge puts you in the epicenter of some of the best hiking in all of Guatemala. Book a guided hike with us today to discover the beauty of the Panchoy Valley mountains!
El Hato HALF DAY Hike
Enjoy a 4-hour guided hike to explore the local area including the famous “Cuatro Caminos” trail featuring beautiful old growth trees and tropical forest. Departure time is based on sunrise or sunset time and your schedule. To book a guided hike please contact reception ahead of time.
Start Time: 1pm at the latest
Minimum Participants: 2 (or Q700 if only 1 person)
Hike Stats: 8.5 kilometers, 580m elevation gain, intermediate level, single track loop
El Hato MINI Hike
Enjoy a 2-hour guided hike to explore the local area including beautiful tropical mountain forests and local fincas. On this hike you’ll encounter many beautiful vistas perfect for taking photos, and you’re likely to see many rare tropical birds! We recommend departing at either 9am, or two hours before sunset to catch the “golden hour” the best light of the day for photos! To book a guided hike please contact reception ahead of time.
Start Time: 3pm at the latest
Duration: 2 hours
Minimum Participants: 2 (or Q400 if only 1 person)
Hike Stats: 4.5 kilometers, 275m elevation gain, intermediate level, single track loop
Earth Lodge Birding Trek
Join Marty Stoner of Nighthawk Birding Tours on an immersive tour of the beautiful birds of El Hato. This guided morning walk through pine and oak forests is perfect for anyone interested in birds, whether you are an experienced birder or just curious to see what’s out there! Marty brings a decade of birdwatching experience and knows the trails well, giving you great chances to see beautiful species like emerald toucanets and blue-throated motmots. Binoculars are available for use during the hike if needed. Marty shares the bird list with photos taken during the hike as a wonderful souvenir of your birding trek!
Start Time: 8:45am
Duration: 3 hours
Minimum/Maximum Participants: 1 minimum to 6 maximum
Hike Stats: 3-5 kilometers, intermediate level, out-and-back
CERRO DE LA CRUZ TREK
Hike directly from Earth Lodge to the famous Cerro De La Cruz, a beautiful historic landmark overlooking the Antigua Valley. This is an out and back single track trail traversing beautiful tropical forests, streams, and numerous vistas perfect for photos. The last kilometer of the hike finishes at the historic Cerro de la Cruz park. Enjoy your time at the historic landmark before the return trek back.
Departure Time: 1pm at the latest
Duration: 4 hours
Minimum Participants: 2 (or Q700 if only 1 person)
Hike Stats: 10 kilometers, 160m elevation gain, intermediate level, out-and-back single track