Hobbitenango & Antigua Borial parks from Guatemala City

The parks sit on a high mountain with views of volcanoes and valleys, and the rides are built into the landscape itself.

A full-day activity at three themed parks in the Central Highlands near Guatemala City, starting with pickup in Antigua or Guatemala City at 8am. You ride the Aero Bike and Giant Swing at Hobbitenango (the Shire-inspired village), take photos with giant hands and a Gandalf statue, then move to Altamira for more rides and Antigua Borial for the Giant Slide. A Spanish and English-speaking guide travels with you, round-trip transport and all park entries are included, and you return to your original location in the afternoon. The day lasts about seven hours with free time to explore each site.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Hobbitenango and Altamira parks

• Pick up from hotel or meeting point
• Visit Hobbitenango Shire and giant swing
• Take photos with Gandalf and colossal hand
• Explore Altamira park and enjoy views
• Experience aerobike and giant Jeffry
• Have lunch and try giant sliders
• Return to original location in afternoon

The experience

What makes this different from a standard tour is that you're not watching. You're riding. The Aero Bike lets you pedal across the mountain; the Giant Swing launches you out over the valley; the Giant Slide sends you down a colorful run. Hobbitenango is built as a Shire village from Lord of the Rings, complete with a Gandalf statue and a giant hand sculpture you can climb into for photos. Altamira sits higher up on El Hato mountain and offers the same rides plus views across to the volcanoes and valleys below.

Transport is a 4x4 from the parking lot up to Hobbitenango, then you move between the three parks with your guide. Pickup happens at 8am from your hotel in Antigua or at Tikal Futura in Guatemala City, and you return to the same spot in the afternoon. The guide speaks Spanish and basic English, and you'll have free time at each park to explore beyond the main rides. The gardens at Antigua Borial are noted as a draw in their own right.

What’s included

• A guide who speaks Spanish and basic English.
• round-trip transport from your hotel in Antigua or from Tikal Futura in Guatemala City.
• a 4x4 transfer from the parking lot to Hobbitenango.
• entry to all three parks (Hobbitenango, Altamira, and Antigua Borial).
• and waiting time at each site so you can explore at your own pace.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 08:30

AgesAdult (18 to 65 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (7 to 11 years) · Infant (under 7): free

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 8 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Guate Tours by Nelson.

Is this one for you?This works best for small groups or families who want rides and photo moments rather than a walking tour. The parks are built around the attractions themselves, not around guided commentary. The seven-hour day and moderate fitness requirement mean it suits travelers who are comfortable with some physical activity and don't need a leisurely pace.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (7 to 11 years); Infant (under 7): free.

What's the Aero Bike at Hobbitenango actually like?

The Aero Bike is a pedal-powered ride that takes you across the mountain on a track suspended above the landscape. You pedal to move forward, and the views open up as you go.

Do I need to be fit to do this day?

The operator recommends at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The rides involve some physical exertion, and the mountain elevation means walking and climbing at altitude. Travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy should not book this activity.

Is lunch included in the price?

Lunch is not included, but Antigua Borial has gardens and is noted as a good place to eat. You'll have free time there to grab food if you bring money or pack something.

What time does the day end?

The full activity runs about seven hours from pickup, so you return to Antigua or Guatemala City in the afternoon. Exact return time depends on traffic and which pickup location you choose.

Can I bring an infant?

Infants are allowed but must sit on an adult's lap throughout the day, including during transport and on the rides. Check with the operator about which rides have age or size restrictions.