Location: Lanquin
Top Things to do in Lanquin
The 5 Best Things to Do in Lanquin, Guatemala
San Agustín Lanquín (Spanish pronunciation: [san aɣusˈtin laŋˈkin]), often referred to simply as Lanquín, is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Alta Verapaz. It is situated at 380 m above sea level. It has a population of about 16,500 people, many of Q'eqchi' Maya descent. It covers an area of 208 km².
Restaurants in Lanquin
1. Semuc Champey
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Dave C - Lancing, United Kingdom
Go there. Just go there. Lots of hustle from locals - fair enough, it’s how they make their living.
Make the climb to the mirador then go back down and swim. Your camera won’t be able to do it justice but you can try.
Take decent footwear to climb and walk and also water shoes.
Go there.
Please. I’m begging you!
2. Lanquin Caves
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
These limestone caves are part of a national park system, with many of the caverns lit by lanterns for visitors to explore.
Reviewed By Todd G - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
I've wandered through a lot of caves and this one really just isn't worth it. First of all, the paths are super slippery, not only because they are wet, but also because most of the people walking through the caves are illuminating their way by candle light and all that wax is dripping on the floors.
This is the first cave trip that I actually didn't finish. We decided to turn around and go back 3/4 of the way through the tour, because the floor was just getting too slippery and people were slipping around. It didn't take long for other people in our group to start turning around and heading back. They indicated that things got worse towards the end of the caves.
While the idea of illuminating your way by candle light might seem novel and adventurous, the fact of the matter is that it's just plain dumb. Besides all the wax that is being dripped all over the floor and the steps, the candles go out all the time. We weren't planning on going on a cave tour, but thankfully were able to use the lights built into our cell phones to light the way quite nicely. But a real flashlight would have been a much better choice!
3. Grutas Las Marias
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
4. Utopia Cacao Farms
Overall Ratings
5 based on 6 reviews
We are the Original Chocolate tour for Lanquin & Semuc area. We have been educating our guests in a fun yet very informative way since 2011. You will get to see and taste everything from the Chocolate pod on the tree to the Delicious organic chocolate candy that you yourself will make at the end of the tour. After the tour you can relax along the River or enjoy a meal in our Lodge
Reviewed By Philippa C - Richmond, Virginia
This tour is very fun, informative, and, most importantly, delicious! You learn all about how cacao is grown, its history and significance in local Mayan culture, the many health benefits, and modern chocolate production. Meanwhile, you are guided through how to make your very own chocolate, which is a super simple process you can repeat at home. At the end of the day, you get to eat the tasty chocolate you made and customized yourself! Overall, this tour is a great way to spend a few hours enjoying the beautiful jungle scenery at Utopia, learning about local history and culture, and making treats you can enjoy for the rest of your stay.
5. Lanquin Chocolate
One of the best chocolate workshop you will ever find! - You will learn how to make "bean to bar" chocolate - You will be able to eat as much freshmade chocolate as you can - You will learn all about the different kind of chocolate, the industrial process, the blood cacao, the history of chocolate, the health benefits of cacao and much more... - Its also fun and chill!
