Flores

In the northeast region of Guatemala, the Petén Forest sprawls across a landscape of dense swamps and jungles, interlinked by a chain of lakes. Forty percent of this vast expanse […]

Founded around 800 BC along the shores of Laguna Yaxhá, Yaxhá once thrived as a bustling city, home to over 40,000 inhabitants at its peak in AD 250. As Guatemala’s […]

Nestled in the heart of Guatemala, near the town of Flores, Bena Traditional Village offers a glimpse into the region’s rich cultural heritage. This centuries-old village is characterized by its […]

Lake Peten Itza, Guatemala’s second largest lake, is a sparkling expanse at the heart of the hot, humid Petén Basin. This region was one of the earliest cradles of Mesoamerican […]

Set amid unspoiled countryside, the Malanage Hot Springs offer a unique geothermal experience in Guatemala, near Flores. A cool river rushes over forest-girded rocks, merging with steaming hot water from […]

Nestled in the verdant landscape of Guatemala, near the town of Bajawa, Ogi Waterfall cascades 100 feet (30 meters) down a forested cliff face, surrounded by lush farmland. The waterfall’s […]

The Pasión River (Río La Pasión) and its tributaries span nearly 2,000 square miles in Guatemala, creating a rich ecological zone and serving as a vital transportation artery. This river […]

Ixpanpajul Natural Park, located just outside Petén in Guatemala, spans 1,112 acres of lush rainforest. This expansive reserve offers a variety of activities for visitors, including nature treks, canopy bridges, […]

Nestled on the southern shore of the Pasión River, Sayaxché serves as a gateway for travelers exploring the rich historical and natural landscapes of Guatemala. This small city is surrounded […]

Nestled in the Petén region of Guatemala, overlooking the Pasión River, Seibal (Ceibal) stands as one of the best-preserved Mayan cities. The elevated ruins feature elegant ceremonial structures that date […]

Nestled on the edge of Lake Petén Itzá, Petencito Zoo offers a unique glimpse into the native wildlife of Guatemala. The zoo spans two islands connected by a bridge, with […]

The Aguateca Archaeological Site, located on a hill along the Petexbatún Lagoon in Guatemala’s Peten department, offers a unique glimpse into Mayan history. Abandoned around 830 AD after a sudden […]

Established by UNESCO in 1990, the Maya Biosphere Reserve spans an impressive 5.1 million acres (2.1 million hectares) in Guatemala, encompassing a diverse array of natural and cultural treasures. This […]

Beneath the sacred ruins of Petén in Guatemala, the Actún Can Caves, known as the ‘Cave of the Serpent’ in Mayan, wind through limestone bedrock. This subterranean complex is a […]

Founded centuries before Tikal, the ancient Mayan city of Uaxactún is home to the oldest arch in the Mayan world and is believed to be the birthplace of the Mayan […]

Estación Biológica las Guacamayas (EBG), named for Guatemala’s endemic scarlet macaw, is an ecotourism-focused environmental research and conservation center. Nestled within the Laguna del Tigre National Park in the Maya […]

Ngada Regency, a cool highland region at the heart of Flores island, is characterized by its megalithic villages, coffee and clove plantations, soaring volcanoes, and geothermal hot springs. The area […]