5 Reasons to Visit Guatemala During Green Season
(Hint: It’s not just the jungle that gets greener)
Most travelers aim for “dry season” when visiting Guatemala — and sure, it has its perks. But those of us who’ve lived here a while will tell you a secret:
Green Season is magic.
From May to October, the rains arrive, the earth exhales, and Guatemala shifts into a slower, softer, more intimate version of herself. If you're seeking deep rest, lush nature, fewer crowds, and soulful connection — this might just be the perfect time to visit.
Here are five reasons to fall in love with Guatemala during her Green Season:
1. 🌿 Everything Comes Alive
This season isn’t just called “green” for poetic reasons — the land literally explodes with life.
The hills and valleys turn vibrant, the trees grow heavy with fruit, and flowers burst open in full color. Waterfalls swell. Rivers sing. The lake mirrors the drama of the skies, shifting between moody mist and golden light.
In places like Lake Atitlán, the land feels like it’s waking up — sensual, alive, generous. The air is rich with the smell of rain and soil, and morning walks feel like moving through a living, breathing painting.
2. ☔ The Rain Has Rhythm
Worried about rain ruining your trip? Don’t be.
In most parts of Guatemala — especially around Atitlán — the rain tends to follow a gentle rhythm:
Sunny mornings with clear skies (perfect for hikes, boat rides, and market visits)
Short, dramatic afternoon showers, often between 4–5pm
Cozy evenings for reading, journaling, or sipping tea by candlelight
Rather than disrupting your plans, the rain creates a natural pace — inviting you to slow down, rest, and truly be with the land.
3. 🌈 Less Tourism, More Presence
Green Season is off-peak, which means:
Fewer tourists
More space in yoga classes and workshops
Lower prices on accommodation and tours
A deeper sense of presence and intimacy with the places and people you meet
You’re not just visiting Guatemala — you’re meeting her, without the noise. This is the season locals love most because it brings balance back to the land and to the communities that live here.
4. 🔥 Perfect for Inner Work
Green Season is ideal for those seeking a more inward journey.
The weather, the atmosphere, the quiet — it all supports slowing down and going deep. Whether you're:
Joining a retreat
Sitting in ceremony
Writing your book
Learning Spanish
Or simply resting after years of running
… this is the season where the veils thin and the real work begins.
The lake becomes a teacher, the clouds become prayers, and every drop of rain becomes part of your process.
5. 🌽 Abundance Everywhere
Harvest season begins, and Guatemala’s markets overflow.
You’ll find fresh cacao, tropical fruit, fermented drinks, avocados bigger than your fist, and corn in every imaginable form — tortillas, tamales, atole, and more.
This is also when festivals bloom: local celebrations, community dances, and ceremonies honoring the Earth’s cycles. There’s a rhythm of giving and receiving — one that you’re warmly invited into.
✨ Bonus Reason: It Just Feels More Sacred
When the crowds leave and the skies open, there’s something unmistakably sacred about Guatemala during this season.
It’s as if the land is whispering directly to you.
So if you're feeling called — not just to travel, but to transform — the Green Season may be your doorway. Come with an open heart, and let the misty mornings, afternoon thunder, and emerald hills show you what you've been missing.
💧 Stay with Us at the Lake
Whether you’re seeking rest, reconnection, or a soulful adventure, our eco-lodge on Lake Atitlán offers the perfect sanctuary during Green Season.
Fresh food, warm beds, and a front-row seat to nature’s most intimate performance.
→ Book your stay now — and experience the heart of Guatemala, green and alive.
