Guatemala Herbal Medicinal Tour - Details

We will begin our exploration with a visit to a medicinal garden where we will meet with a local indigenous healer who uses the leaves, seeds, stems, bark and roots of herbs to treat illness and disease. Walking in the aromatic medicinal garden you will be greeted by the fragrance of the herbs. The garden is flourishing with some common herbs such as lemon grass and chamomile as well as many rare and little-known medicinal plants.

We will then travel to the adjoining village of San Juan La Laguna where we will visit a medicinal garden that is run by a local women's cooperative. You will have an opportunity to tour the gardens, learn about the herbs and their uses, as well learn about their belief in caring for the land with love, and without harming it by using pesticides and synthetic fertilizers.

This tour fits all ages. You will travel by boat, eat local foods and met interesting healers.

This one day tour includes lunch and transportation from Panajachel. No over night accommodations are included in the tour. We can make arrangements for you.

No pets are allowed on the Tour

Recommendations: Wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat and sun screen. Camera is advised as is a bottle of water. Also bring extra cash for shopping as credit cards are not accepted at most locations. Donations or gift purchases are encouraged at the cooperatives.