Basic Maya Tz’utujil Class
Discover the structure and everyday sounds of Tz’utujil while learning useful basic expressions with a local teacher in San Pedro.
Basic Maya Tz’utujil Class Overview
Tz’utujil is a Maya language spoken in communities around the southern side of Lake Atitlán. This introductory class helps travelers move beyond place names by exploring basic language structure and practicing useful expressions with a teacher.
The two-hour Saturday session is designed as an accessible introduction rather than a complete language course. The teacher and study materials are included, and the price applies to one person for one complete session.
Experience highlights
- Receive a beginner-friendly introduction to Tz’utujil.
- Explore basic structure, pronunciation, and useful expressions.
- Learn with a teacher and materials included.
- Reserve from one participant for the Saturday session.
Basic Maya Tz’utujil Class Itinerary
- Meet the teacher at the confirmed classroom location in San Pedro before 9:00 a.m.
- Receive an introduction to Tz’utujil and its local context around Lake Atitlán.
- Explore basic sounds and language structure through guided examples.
- Practice useful words and short expressions with teacher feedback.
- Review the session material and identify what to continue practicing independently.
What is included
- Teacher
- Class materials
- Two-hour introductory session
What is not included
- Transportation to San Pedro
- Food and drinks
- Additional private lessons beyond the booked session
Who this experience is for
A good choice for culturally curious travelers, language learners, and visitors who want to communicate more respectfully in a Tz’utujil-speaking region. No previous knowledge is required.
What to bring to Basic Maya Tz’utujil Class
- Notebook and pen
- Drinking water
- Phone for optional pronunciation notes
- Questions about words or expressions you have heard locally
Booking and payment
The price is USD 29 per person. You may pay the full amount or reserve with a USD 9 deposit. The remaining balance is USD 20 / GTQ 150, paid in cash in Guatemalan quetzales on the activity date. The approved conversion rate is USD 1 = GTQ 7.50.
Cancellation, changes and weather
- Your deposit is refundable when you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled activity.
- You may change the date free of charge with at least 24 hours’ notice, subject to availability.
- If the activity is cancelled because of weather conditions, you may receive a refund or transfer your payment to another activity or shuttle.
- If Cultour Atitlán Experts cancels the service, you will receive a 100% refund and one complimentary activity.
- A no-show is treated as a used service and is non-refundable.