Air
Nearest international
airport is the 'Aurora' airport in Guatemala city. Grupo TACA
has two domestic flights a day between Quetzaltenango and
Guatemala City. Flight takes about 30 minutes. The journey
by bus from Guatemal city airport to Quetzaltenango is about
four hours. You can also take a cab. The school also organizes
airport pickups, please contact us for details.
Bus
There are bus services
to neithbouring towns including Guatemala city, Chichicastenango,
Antigua and Huehuetenango. Due to the high demand the busses
are usually crowded and there is a the possibility of having
to stand while traveling. Numerous travel agencies and van
service operators offer frequent and convenient shuttle and
minibus services to places frequented by tourists including
Antigua, Guatemala city, Panajachel and Chichi. They also
offer services to remote areas but the trips are less frequent.
These services cost a lot more than ordinary buses, but they
are comfortable and convenient.
Car & Motorcycle
Cars, motorcycles and
bicycles can easily be rented at various locations in town.
There are a number of trails great for mountain biking.
Taxi
Taxis are abundant in
the city. The tourist office will advise you on what is a
fair rate to neighboring places. Make sure you negotiate the
cost before you enter the taxi.
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