GuatemalaAccording to data from the Guatemalan Tourism Institute (INGUAT), published in local media, the country has seen a steady increase in foreign tourist arrivals in recent months. In October 2025 alone, Guatemala welcomed over 160 visitors, a 9% increase compared to the same period last year. The overall figure for 2025 exceeded 1,6 million tourists, and authorities expect the country to approach record levels by the end of the year.
The main destinations remain Tikal (the Mayan ruins in the Petén region), Antigua Guatemala, and Lake Atitlán, but in recent weeks there has been a growing interest in lesser-known locations, such as the Semuc Champey waterfalls and the Caribbean coastline near Livingston.
INGUAT representatives stated that November and December are traditionally considered the start of the high season, and this year, a particularly strong influx of tourists from the United States and Europe is expected. Authorities are focusing on promoting ecotourism and cultural itineraries, including indigenous festivals and culinary tours.
Local tour operators note that demand for combination tours (Mayan ruins + lake and volcano vacations) has increased by nearly 15%. Furthermore, the country has strengthened security measures in tourist areas, which has positively impacted the perception of Guatemala as a safer destination compared to neighboring Central American countries.
Thus, the key news in the tourism market over the past week has been confirmation: Guatemala is among the region's most dynamically developing destinations, combining cultural heritage, nature, and growing travel infrastructure.
GuatemalaAccording to data from the Guatemalan Tourism Institute (INGUAT), published in local media, the country has seen a steady increase in foreign tourist arrivals in recent months. In October 2025 alone, Guatemala welcomed over 160 visitors, a 9% increase compared to the same period last year. The overall figure for 2025 exceeded 1,6 million tourists, and authorities expect the country to approach record levels by the end of the year.
The main destinations remain Tikal (the Mayan ruins in the Petén region), Antigua Guatemala, and Lake Atitlán, but in recent weeks there has been a growing interest in lesser-known locations, such as the Semuc Champey waterfalls and the Caribbean coastline near Livingston.
INGUAT representatives stated that November and December are traditionally considered the start of the high season, and this year, a particularly strong influx of tourists from the United States and Europe is expected. Authorities are focusing on promoting ecotourism and cultural itineraries, including indigenous festivals and culinary tours.
Local tour operators note that demand for combination tours (Mayan ruins + lake and volcano vacations) has increased by nearly 15%. Furthermore, the country has strengthened security measures in tourist areas, which has positively impacted the perception of Guatemala as a safer destination compared to neighboring Central American countries.
Thus, the key news in the tourism market over the past week has been confirmation: Guatemala is among the region's most dynamically developing destinations, combining cultural heritage, nature, and growing travel infrastructure.