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Volcano Pacaya

Volcano Pacaya

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With its last major eruption in 2014, volcano Pacaya, located just south of Guatemala-City, is a famous tourist destination. The volcano is easily accessible from Antigua and getting to the summit - or at least to a viewpoint - isn't too much of a challenge. Find out if you should take a guided tour or not!
Biotopo del Quetzal in Guatemala

Biotopo del Quetzal

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Named after his founder Mario Dary Rivera the Biotopo del Quetzal was established in 1977 to protect Guatemala's vulnerable cloud forest. A paradise for bird watchers and nature lovers this 2,600 acre big reserve provides some awesome hiking trails and the chance to spot Guatemala's shy national bird - the Quetzal!
Semuc Champey

Semuc Champey

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Did you ever go for a swim in chrystal clear water in the middle of the Guatemalan jungle? The national park of Semuc Champey located south of the town Lanquin is the best place for that experience. Well known amongst travelers this place is on the bucket list of everyone traveling to Guatemala!
Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve

Cycling through Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve

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After skipping the crowded beach ruins of Tulum we jumped right into our next adventure of cycling through Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. Being a UNESCO world heritage area the reserve is supposed to have the most beautiful beaches, pristine tropical forest and exceptional wildlife. But is it really a tropical paradise?