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.
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.
This morning, enjoy free time along the relaxed streets of Livingston. Afterward, walk from your hotel to see Rio Dulce with your guide. 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. Along the way, you will get a glimpse of lush nature, indigenous villages, children gliding on the tranquil waters, and admire Bird Island before returning to your hotel.
In the morning, set out with your guide to Lanquin and visit its mysterious cave. Visit Castillo de San Felipe, built as a fortress to guard against pirates, before leaving Rio Dulce. The 62-mile limestone cave, Grutas de Lanquin, was declared a National Park in 1955 and features many unusual formations. In the evening, settle into your room at El Recreo.
Travel with your guide to Semuc Champey. A natural monument, Semuc Champey consists of a natural limestone bridge which passes over 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, explore the Kan’Ba Cave by candlelight, and jump into a tube to float down the river banks. In the evening, transfer to Coban and overnight.
Day 5: Coban | Guatemala City
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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$1,476
Notes
$188 Single Supplement Additional Cost for Private Room when traveling with others. Traveling Solo? Contact us for a custom quote.
Initial deposit is $400 plus the cost of internal airfare, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
This was our first trip to South America and we were a little nervous. But Adventure Life made things so easy! All our questions were answered before we left, and our guide, Vidal, was amazing! He gave us enough space to explore without rushing us along. He also knew where the best picture taking opportunities were, which was great.
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