Río Dulce
Description
Tropical jungle and the pirate legacy
In the heart of eastern Guatemala, Río Dulce awaits you with a natural setting that looks straight out of a movie. Here, the dense tropical jungle opens up to make way for a majestic river that connects Lake Izabal with the Caribbean Sea. Hop on a boat and navigate between imposing rock walls covered in vegetation, white herons flying just above the water, and monkeys accompanying you from the treetops.
Río Dulce is the ideal destination for groups seeking nature and tranquility. On its shores, you will find local communities, eco-hotels, and the historic Castillo de San Felipe de Lara, a 17th-century architectural jewel built to protect the area from constant pirate invasions. If the group is looking for adventure and relaxation, the area offers kayaking tours, endemic bird watching, and hot springs hidden in the jungle.
Quiriguá and the stone giants of the Mayan world
A few kilometers away awaits Quiriguá, one of the most impressive archaeological treasures in Guatemala. This Mayan site, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is world-famous for its monumental stelae. Walk among ruins that tell ancient stories and be impressed by the precision with which the ancient Mayans recorded time and the cosmos.
Something you cannot miss: Quiriguá is home to Stela E, one of the largest ever carved by the Mayan civilization. It measures over 10 meters high and weighs around 60 tons!
The Avitours Experience in Eastern Guatemala
Río Dulce and Quiriguá form the perfect duo for a getaway full of lush nature and ancient history. As your DMC in Central America, at Avitours we explore the greenest and most ancestral side of Guatemala, guaranteeing flawless logistics. We organize private boat expeditions, archaeological tours with certified expert guides, and stays in top-tier eco-lodges, ideal for incentive trips looking to amaze their participants.