Cannabis in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala - my story

Hi there, hustlers 🤝Welcome to my longread about weed in Quetzaltenango, done from my own experience plus some local stories.

As you all know cannabis regulations differ in different countries, so the point of this article is to cover marijuana laws in Quetzaltenango, attitude of police and local inhabitants, weed VS hash availability and price range, my own experience related to weed in Quetzaltenango.

I have just finished my trip to Quetzaltenango, stayed there for 10 days, now got back home, writing this post while memory is fresh and with a solid joint in my left hand. As a regular weed smoker I could not imagine my stay in Quetzaltenango without having some weed in my pocket. Below I will outline information I found out while looking for some good smelly green buds in Quetzaltenango.

Where can one acquire cannabis in Quetzaltenango?

Although I personally didn't face any issues with obtaining cannabis in Quetzaltenango thanks to Olaf, he did enlighten me about the process (and not just related to cannabis).

Typically, higher-level dealers procure their inventory from wholesale darknet websites. In theory, you could navigate the complexities of using darknet platforms to have your order delivered in a matter of days or even weeks. The website thehiddenwiki.com provides all the necessary links to make purchases in the darknet using the Tor browser and cryptocurrencies. However, this method is generally more suitable for those seeking larger quantities and have the luxury of time (several days) for delivery.

If you're on a short vacation or a trip to Quetzaltenango, obtaining cannabis through wholesale darknet websites isn't a viable option. Searching for street or park dealers remains a possibility for acquiring weed in Quetzaltenango, but an increasing number of dealers are transitioning to online transactions through messaging apps and Bitcoin payments instead of cash. This approach serves as a protective measure against potential encounters with law enforcement. Crypto payments offer anonymity, and deliveries are made to specified locations without the need for in-person meetings, ensuring both you and the dealer are shielded from potential consequences.

This revelation surprised me, as I lean toward a more traditional approach and had only heard about cryptocurrencies in passing. However, these days, most young individuals, who are often the target audience for cannabis dealers, possess crypto wallets, so dealers are simply adapting to this trend. While I believe that some dealers might lose business because not all clients are familiar with cryptocurrencies, Olaf pointed out that nowadays, if you don't use crypto yourself, you likely have a friend who does. In such cases, you can simply transfer money from your card to your crypto-savvy friend, and they can conduct the cryptocurrency transaction on your behalf. This advice from Olaf got me thinking, and I realized I also have such a friend, so I followed his suggestion.

Attitude of Quetzaltenango locals to weed

You already know that good non-medical marijuana with high % THC is not something you can officially buy in a branded cannabis shop in Quetzaltenango, but this does not mean locals are too much against weed 😃. Youngsters and students are definitely those who share their love of cannabis and welcome new smokers in their circles. They can not imagine a good party without having a joint or two, while it’s hard to join them if you are already a “25+ old man”.

In general smoking some occasional joint after a long working week is a pleasant tradition among many people in Quetzaltenango, so no one will point fingers at you seeing how you are smoking weed, but better to avoid doing this publicly just not to bring useless attention.

We were a little drunk already when Olaf offered a joint of some noname sativa strain, of course I agreed. We were smoking not far from my hotel and it seems I saw other guys doing the same near another cornet 🙂So may say locals are not against weed, I saw this myself.

I liked the weed Olaf shared, not the best one I’ve ever tried, but good enough. So I asked Olaf to share contacts of his dealer, while he refused telling me his dealer works only with an old trusted set of clients. So I simply asked Olaf if he could be my dealer during the nearest days - he agreed. I wish everyone to find his own Olaf in Quetzaltenango🙂

Cannabis laws in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

You can probably guess that distribution of non-medical cannabis is strictly forbidden and regulated by laws of Guatemala, so you can not purchase high THC weed in some official shops like you may do in the Netherlands for example.

On my very first day in Quetzaltenango I got acquainted with Olaf who has lived here for 3 years already and who is also a regular cannabis smoker. He shared a joint with me and told some stories. As he told that despite non-medical weed being prohibited - cops are relaxed and calm in everything related to cannabis, with some rare exceptions.

How not to be arrested with marijuana in Quetzaltenango?

As Olaf told me - for not to be arrested you can carry less than 10g of cannabis or 5g of hash. For the same purpose you should be sane and not use drugs in public places. Cops can just check if you are going to sell marijuana or not and confiscate it.

There are some possibilities that cops could try to get money from you if they catch you with weed in Quetzaltenango. It is not a frequent story, but you should keep in mind that some cops prefer to force you to pay some money for your calmness. But not to propose money first because it can be regarded as a separate crime. So the easiest way is not to be caught with weed in Quetzaltenango 😉.

Frequently asked questions about Cannabis in Quetzaltenango

Is cannabis legal in Quetzaltenango?

No, non-medical cannabis is not legal in Quetzaltenango, while cops are relaxed towards weed and having less than 20 grams in your pocket should not result in arrest.

What if I get caught with weed in Quetzaltenango?

If cops think you are a real dealer who delivers stuff - you will have problems. But usually tourists with small amounts of hash or weed are not touched at all, only dealers should worry.

Can I buy weed on the streets of Quetzaltenango?

Yes you still can. This is an outdated approach already so more and more dealers are switching to online sales, but hustling parks and central streets may still give you successful results. While much easier would be finding dealer’s contacts and order online with further delivery.

What quality of weed or hash can I find in Quetzaltenango?

There are a lot of weed and hash variants in Quetzaltenango. What you get depends on the amount of money you can afford to pay.

What about the hash in Quetzaltenango. Can I find it?

Yep, hash is also popular in Quetzaltenango. So almost all dealers can propose it to you.

What the price for weed and hash in Quetzaltenango?

As I said, the quality needs to be paid. And the price can differ from provider to provider. From the words of Olaf - top level weed can cost near $20 - $25 for 1g and for good hash you can pay $30 - $35 for 1g.

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