Local tourism represents a viable alternative for many families who want to enjoy significant moments during Half -year vacations in Guatemala.
Among the available options, the tourism of adventure attracts numerous Guatemalans, by The fun it offers and the experiences that are lived in activities full of adrenaline.
According to experts in national tourism, some recommended places for this time are: IxpanPajul (Izabal), the Barretal (Escuintla), the Atitlán Natural Reserve (Sololá) and Ixobel (Petén). In Alta Verapaz, Lanquín, Hun Nal Ye and the Candelaria caves stand out.
Next, the main characteristics of these tourist destinations in Guatemala are described.
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1. IxpanPajul (Izabal)
This natural park is surrounded by vegetation and wildlife. It is located at kilometer 468 of the route between Izabal and Petén. It is an ideal place for family trips, where nature, emotion and adventure are combined.
Among its activities are the Canopy and the routes by hanging bridges that lead to the top of the Miramás hill, from where the jungle and the Petén Itzá lake are observed. In addition, it offers lodging in comfortable cabins and bunalos, as well as an area for camping. Bird sighting can also be practiced.
2. The barretal (Escuintla)
This farm, Located at kilometer 39.5 of the route to San Vicente Pacaya, Palínit has trails from one to eight kilometers and offers abseiling day and night in a cataract of 42 meters high.
You can also camp, enjoy pool and organize Picnics family. In addition, visitors can observe the coffee cultivation process, from the seed to the cup.
3. Atitlán Natural Reserve (Sololá)
Although Panajachel is a frequented destination, This reserve offers a different view of the Atitlán Lake. It can be practiced Bicicableas well as traveling extreme cables that cross cataracts, coffee plantations, encinals and cliffs.
Other attractions are its centenary paths, leafy forest, diverse fauna – mainly birds – and a butterfly with different stages of the life cycle of these insects. In addition, it offers accommodation, children’s games, camping area and private beach.
4. Ixobel (Petén)
Located between pine forests and tropical jungle, this farm allows to reconnect with nature. Walks are organized to a cave with impressive stalactites and stalagmites, and you can swim in an underground pool of crystalline water. Other activities include horseback riding, Canopyspa and attractions for the whole family.
5. Caves of Candelaria Camposanto (Alta Verapaz)
This system of caves, considered one of the largest in Latin America, offers a mystical tour. Is found in the kilometer 309 of the road that goes from Cobán to Petén. It was a pilgrimage site for the ancient Maya and houses a wide variety of flora and fauna. Visitors can travel the river in TUBINGobserve the internal formations, make guided tours and stay in the place.
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6. HUN NAL YE ECOLOGICAL PARK (ALTA VERAPAZ)
Located in the San Vicente Chicatal village, San Pedro Carchá, has a paradisiac cave and a natural pool of turquoise water on a waterfall. Inside there are Mayan pieces from the Motagua Valley, Salamá and Kaminaljuyú. The park offers hiking, Canopyhorseback riding, TUBINGjump with garrucha, sport fishing, pool and other recreational activities.
7. Grutas de Lanquín National Park (Alta Verapaz)
This Cuevas complex is considered sacred by the q’eqchi ‘community of San Agustín Lanquín, 65 kilometers from Cobán. In addition to its cultural importance, it is a habitat of thousands of bats that offer a night show. Inside, rock formations shine through minerals. The place offers tube rental, observation of smaller birds and mammals, and other activities.