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Sumpango Giant Kite Festival

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US$75
Tour
October 31 – November 2 · Departure from Antigua:

Overview





November 2 at 12:00 PM Price

Join one of Guatemala’s most colorful and spiritual traditions: the Sumpango Giant Kite Festival, held every November 1st (All Saints’ Day). Experience Mayan heritage, music, murals, traditional food, and majestic handmade kites reaching up to 16 meters tall, flown in honor of departed loved ones.

From kite-building workshops to cemetery tours and Mayan blessing ceremonies, this is not just a festival — it’s a deeply cultural journey.

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    October 31 – Arrival + Night Ceremony

    • 2:00 PMDeparture from Antigua
    • 6:00 PMCamping setup + Dinner
    • 7:30 PMMayan blessing ceremony
    • Nightunder the stars

  2. Day 2

    November 1 – Main Festival Day

    • MorningBuffet breakfast + Cemetery tour
    • MiddayKite workshop + kite flying
    • AfternoonGiant Kite Exhibition
    • LunchTraditional Fiambre and Chilacayote
    • EveningLocal live music, murals, drinks, and fun
    • —Overnight at private CA Travelers campsite

  3. Day 3

    November 2 – Farewell & Return

    • MorningBreakfast + chill-out time
    • 10:00 AMReturn to Antigua (arrival ~12:00 PM)

What’s included

  • Roundtrip transportation from Antigua
  • Private campsite just 200m from the exhibition area
  • Comfortable tent setup (mat, mattress, sleeping bag)
  • Buffet breakfast, lunch (fiambre), and dinners depending on package
  • Unlimited local drinks: Gallo beer, chicha, sodas
  • Festival t-shirt + reusable cup
  • Photos & videos
  • Cultural activities:Mayan blessing ceremonyCemetery tourKite workshopStreet mural walk
  • Mayan blessing ceremony
  • Cemetery tour
  • Kite workshop
  • Street mural walk

Not included

  • Extra meals or personal snacks
  • Personal expenses
  • Medical insurance

What to bring

  • Light clothes (day) / warm clothes (night)
  • Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
  • Extra cash (ATMs may run out)
  • Waist bag or fanny pack
  • Power bank & phone charger
  • Your medication (if needed)
  • Lock for your tent
  • Hand sanitizer and baby wipes

Good to know

  • This is a crowded festival, so no pets allowed.
  • Underage participants must be with an adult at all times.
  • We recommend not carrying valuables; fanny packs are ideal.
  • Parking is extremely limited — use our transport service.

Accommodation

You’ll stay in a secure private campsite with tents shared by 2 people for more space.
Each tent includes:

  • Traditional petate mat
  • Inflatable mattress
  • Sleeping bag
  • Pillow

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