Visit Us!
Be sure to stop by our headquarters while you explore charming Panajachel! You will be guided on a tour of the office building- formerly a Maya textiles museum built by a local family, while you learn more about our impactful programs. Hear from the artists about their experience of being a member of Multicolores while they show you their intricate techniques. And of course, you’ll have first pick of the new embroidery and rug-hooking art pieces displayed in our gallery!
Directions
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From the Airport
The trip to Pana is approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.
Collective shuttles leaving at fixed times and private shuttles to Panajachel are available. They require reservations, usually made at least a day in advance.
Uber operates in Guatemala, and using the app you can book a ride to Panajachel.
It is possible to take public buses or ‘chicken buses’, but you will need to take a taxi or uber to the departure points throughout Guatemala City. Transportes Rebulli is a bus line that goes somewhat direct to Panajachel.
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By Tuk-Tuk
Tuk tuks or moto-taxis are the main form of public transportation in Panajachel.
They are fun and very economical. You can stop one on the street by waving your hand.
To get to our office tell the driver to take you to ‘edificio de Multicolores’ located in ‘Calle Principal, frente a la parada de buses para Sololá’ (Main Street, the building across from the bus stop to Sololá). Our office is the grey concrete, three story building.
The cost of a tuk tuk in the center of Panajachel is Q.5-Q.10 per person, and up to Q.20-Q.25 per person for the surrounding areas.
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By Car
Get directionsThere are a number of international car hire companies operating directly out of La Aurora Airport and from Antigua Guatemala.
The drive to Pana is approximately 2.5 hours from Guatemala City or 2 hours from Antigua.
