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Join a Maya Cooking Class from Panajachel, Sololá - Hands‑On Local Experience
At the Santa Cruz Cooking Class you’ll learn to prepare authentic Guatemalan dishes like Pepian and Tamalitos while enjoying a fantastic view of Lake Atitlan, discovering how Mayan culture and Spanish colonial influences blend in perfect harmony through food; this hands-on lesson in Panajachel, Sololá is ideal if you love cooking, gourmet food, cultural sharing, and experiential travel, and you’ll get to taste everything you’ve prepared afterward for a complete culinary and cultural experience.
About this activity in Panajachel
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Learn to prepare classic Guatemalan dishes - including Pepián and tamalitos - during a hands-on cooking class overlooking Lake Atitlán in Panajachel, Sololá.
- Discover how Mayan traditions and Spanish colonial flavors blend in each recipe while you cook with local ingredients and expert guidance.
- Enjoy the gourmet lunch you help prepare, plus take home a printed copy of the recipes so you can recreate the flavors at home.
- Perfect for food-lovers, couples, families, and cultural travelers looking for an immersive culinary experience in the Lake Atitlán region.
Important Information
- The price includes the gourmet meal you prepare and printed recipes; gratuities and hotel transfers are not included.
- The venue is wheelchair accessible and suitable for families - infants and small children may use a pram or stroller, but children must be supervised by an adult.
- Please tell us about any dietary requirements when you book so the instructor can accommodate your needs.
- Public transportation stops are nearby if you’re traveling independently within Panajachel; confirm arrival details with your booking.
Meeting Point
Meet at the Santa Cruz Cooking Class venue in central Panajachel. After booking you’ll receive exact directions and a local contact to help you find the meeting spot near Lake Atitlán.
Includes
- Enjoy a gourmet lunch you help prepare - hands-on cooking experience that highlights local ingredients in Panajachel, Sololá.
- Receive a printed copy of the recipes you prepare so you can recreate the dishes at home after your visit to the area.
- Follow clear instruction and then savor the dishes you prepare, making for a memorable food-focused activity in this destination.
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included - plan your own transport to the meeting point in Panajachel or nearby.
- Gratuities are not included; please budget separately for tipping if you wish to recognize your instructor.
Other
- Wheelchair accessible - the activity is reachable for guests with mobility needs in the region.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making this family-friendly experience easier to enjoy.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, helping you connect from accommodations in Panajachel or the surrounding area.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult for safety and supervision throughout the activity.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking so we can accommodate your needs during the cooking session.
Customer Reviews
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We booked this cooking class & a day trip around Lake Atitlan & a trip to Chichicastenango all with kayak tours, all of which were really good! He also referred us to a good guide for Antigua!
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Amazing experience to book with this company. We booked both the Mayan cooking class and a bike ride through them. Communication was easy and quick. I will write more about each specific activity/experience under those pages.
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What an amazing experience!! Alicia is an incredible host and she loves sharing her culture with visitors. She is a wonderful teacher and a lovely person. She works with her family (her sons often translate in English) and you can see how much love and pride go into the experience.
She explains all of the ingredients that are used in the Mayan cuisine you will cook and shares her recipes and her life story with you. It was an unforgettable experience.
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You’ll learn to prepare authentic Guatemalan dishes such as Pepian and Tamalitos during a hands-on cooking lesson with panoramic views of Lake Atitlan. Instruction is interactive, and you’ll enjoy the gourmet lunch you help prepare while experiencing the blend of Mayan and Spanish colonial flavors.
Yes. The experience includes a printed copy of the recipes you prepared so you can recreate Guatemalan dishes like Pepian and Tamalitos at home after your visit to Panajachel.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking so the instructors can accommodate your needs during the hands-on cooking and lunch portion of the class.
Yes. The class is family-friendly - children must be accompanied by an adult and infants or small children can ride in a pram or stroller - making it a great experiential travel activity for Family & Kids looking to explore local food and culture.
Yes. The venue is wheelchair accessible, so guests with limited mobility can take part in the cooking workshop and enjoy the gourmet lunch and cultural sharing experience.
The class includes the gourmet lunch you help prepare, instruction, and printed recipes. Hotel pickup and drop-off and gratuities are not included. For cancellation and refund details, refer to the booking information - a full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
