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Discover one of Guatemala's hidden natural treasures while supporting a sustainable tourism initiative that benefits the communities of Sipacate and El Paredón.
Travel from Puerto Quetzal to Sipacate, where local guides welcome you for a peaceful boat ride through the mangrove forests. Learn how this unique ecosystem protects the coastline, supports fisheries, stores carbon, and provides habitat for birds and other wildlife.
Visit a community sea turtle conservation center and discover local efforts to protect endangered marine turtles. Continue to the Guardians of the Mangrove School, where students share their environmental education projects on mangroves, sea turtles, coastal birds, and conservation. Join interactive activities such as environmental games, mural painting, or reading with local children.
Explore the school's educational garden.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Look for the front desk Mayaaventuras "the orange team" in the welcome hall. We will be there with your name in a paper.
Itinerary
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1El Paredon
Enjoy a wonderful journey through the Pacific coast of Guatemala and discover the hidden treasures of El Paredón. This 5-hour experience begins with a boat ride through mangroves and coastal waterways, where you will learn about the traditional salt production that has been part of local life for generations. Continue to the peaceful Turtle Lagoon, an excellent area for birdwatching and observing the rich biodiversity of the region. Along the way, enjoy spectacular views of mangroves, beaches, and wildlife. The tour finishes at Playa 14, where you can relax by the ocean, feel the sea breeze, and enjoy a refreshing cold beer while taking in the beautiful Pacific coastline. A perfect combination of nature, culture, wildlife, and relaxation.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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