Prolong your vacation with this 5-day Guatemala extension! Explore the ancient Maya site of Quirigua, famous for its monumental stone sculptures, and learn about the traditions and cultures of the Maya. Cross one of the largest bridges in Central America in Rio Dulce and grab a headlamp and flashlight to explore the mysterious caves of Laquin. Making your way back to Guatemala city, stop in Semuc Champey and relax in its clear, turquoise waters - the perfect addition to your Guatemala adventure.
Highlights
Visit Quirigua, and ancient Maya archaeological site
Explore Lanquin and it's mysterious limestone cave
Discover Semuc Champey & a natural limestone bridge that crosses the river
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Arrive in Guatemala City or Antigua and meet your guide for your transfer to Livingston. Along the way, visit the ruins of Quirigua. An ancient Maya archaeological site, Quirigua covers approximately 1.2 square miles and is quite modest. The site's importance lies in its wealth of sculpture, including the tallest stone monumental sculpture ever erected in the New World. Continue to Livingston and overnight.
Transfer from your hotel for your tour of Rio Dulce. A lake and river system that has become a popular sailboat destination, Rio Dulce is spanned by one of the biggest bridges in Central America. On one side of the bridge, Fronteras, commonly referred to as Rio Dulce, features a local vegetable market that attracts locals from the surrounding region. Explore the market, town, Ak'Tenamit, and Bird Island before transferring to your hotel.
In the morning, set out with your guide to Lanquin and visit its mysterious cave. The .62 mile limestone cave, Grutas de Lanquin, was declared a national park in 1955 and features many unusual formations. In the evening, settle in to your room at El Recreo.
Travel with your guide to Semuc Champey. A natural monument, Semuc Champey consists of a natural limestone bridge that crosses the Cahabon River. Make your way to the top of the bridge and find a series of stepped turquoise pools. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the clear waters and enjoy an afternoon along their banks. In the evening, transfer to Coban and overnight.
Day 5: Coban | Antigua
1 Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before meeting your guide for a series of tours. Visit a local coffee farm and learn about the coffee bean's picking, drying, and roasting processes. Enjoy a tour of an orchid farm before returning to Guatemala City for your independent continued journeys.
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Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
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Amazing trip and the best customer service
Liz
1 day ago
Hannah and Nur got the gist of what we wanted our trip to be. They got us in hotels that were located centrally to historic tours. Tours and excursions that were significant, enriching and enjoyable. We had drivers that were on time/reliable. We got from location to location with ease. I would never have been able to plan this myself. I would not have known enough to ask for what we needed. This was above and beyond what I expected. Well done!
Kelly Mattingly
2 days ago
This is at least the fifth trip we have booked with AdventureLife. Jess has always had excellent ideas.
Thomas Brayshaw
3 days ago
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Jimmie
4 days ago
Easiest trip to plan ever. We received quick answers and Mary was very knowledgeable about different areas of the world that we had questions about.
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