Top 6 Private Tours in Lanquin, Alta Verapaz Department

June 9, 2021 Esmeralda Fenner

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.
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1. Semuc Champey + El Quetzal birdwatching, in a Private 3 Days Tour

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Las Verapaces in Guatemala is a destination that can't be missed in your visit to this awe-inspiring country. We´ll take you on a 3-day tour full of new experiences, culture, history but mainly you´ll have a close interaction with nature. Be ready to be jaw-dropped when visiting the paradise of Semuc Champey with its natural bridge above a river where turquoise natural pools form. Visit the 400+ year City of Cobán and discover its architectural jewels. There's no better close to this tour than birdwatching, around 87 species of birds live in the cloud forest of this region, and if we´re lucky enough we´ll see a good portion of them including El Quetzal, Guatemala's national bird. Orchids cannot be left apart, these exotic flowers have a special place in this full-of-senses tour. Be part of an orchid care workshop and know about the 1400 species of orchids that find a home in Guatemala. For those out there looking for memorable experiences, this is the time for you!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Entrance Fee to SEMUC CHAMPEY., Entrance Fee to the Quetzal Bird Nature Reserve., Certified Tour Guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

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2. Semuc Champey in a Private Full-Day Tour

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Las Verapaces in Guatemala is a destination that can't be missed in your visit to this awe-inspiring country. We´ll take you on this full-day tour full of nature. Be ready to be jaw-dropped when visiting the paradise of Semuc Champey with its natural bridge above a river where turquoise natural pools form. On our visit, we´ll start by going up to the viewpoint of the park where you´ll be able to take great photos, walk in the middle of the forest and enjoy the weather. Since this is tropical weather, you will want to drench in the natural pools. Don´t forget your swimsuit! What makes this place even more special is that there´s no phone signal so you can enjoy it to the fullest without any distraction. Don´t forget to bring cash for your personal expenses and get ready to have one of the best days while you´re in Guatemala.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Lunch, Breakfast, Bottled water, Certified tour guide, Entrance fee to semuc champey

Exclusions: Drinks and Other Meals not mentioned Are Not Included., Gratuities to Guides and Drivers.

3. Semuc Champey + Lanquin Caves, Private Full-Day Tour from Coban

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Semuc Champey is one of the most popular places to visit when you come to Guatemala, located in Las Verapaces, in the highlands of the country. When you go to Semuc Champey is common not to see a lot of people unlike when you visit other natural attractions in different countries. You will be able to go up to the viewpoint of Semuc Champey and have a bird-eye view of the natural turquoise pools and when you get down drench in its freshwaters. After your visit to this Paradise, we´ll explore the Lanquin Caves. These caves are close to Semuc Champey so the road trip won´t last long. Once getting to the Lanquin Caves it will take us around 45 minutes to explore the entire location. In the past, the Mayas used to believe that caves were the entrance to the infraworld and even nowadays some Mayan Ceremonies take place in the caves of the region. The Mayan Q´eqchi´communities of the area give their services and protect these places so next generations can enjoy them.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Certified Tour Guide, Entrance Fee to Semuc Champey, Entrance Fee to Lanquin Caves, Bottled water, Breakfast, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal Expenses

4. Private Full-Day Tour in Semuc Champey + K´anba Caves from Cobán

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Have you heard the phrase “disconnect to reconnect”? The natural park of Semuc Champey is the best option if you want to reconnect with yourself in the middle of nature. Visit the region of “Las Verapaces”, where you'll feel completely disconnected from your daily routine. Pass through the rainy forest to a tropical paradise of fauna and flora. Learn about the different Mayan communities. Discover the remote Natural Paradise of Semuc Champey with its unique turquoise waters and natural pools. Immerse at the gates of the “infra world” like the Mayans used to believe, in a complex of caves where you’ll have fun at its natural slides. Are you ready for adventure?

Inclusions: Round Trip Private Transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Certified Tour Guide, Bottled water, Lunch, Semuc Champey Entrance Fee, K´anba Caves Entrance, 4x4 Pick Up Transfer

Exclusions: Gratuities

5. LANQUIN CAVES, Private Full-Day Tour from Cobán

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Are you one of those who think “You Only Live Once” and want to experience different things in the short time we´re given? The wonderfulness of this tour starts from the moment we pick you up in your hotel lobby in Coban. Our professional team will take you safe and sound to the Lanquin Caves and our certified tour guide will tell you all the marvelous history of Mayans, their beliefs, the animals and plants of the region, and much more. Once we get to the National Park, we can start appreciating the birds and plants. Then, we start our 45-minute journey inside the caves where bats, rocks, a river, and many other things can be appreciated. After that, you´re free to enjoy the river, walk around, take pictures and relax. You´ll be given a country-style box-breakfast and box-lunch so you can enjoy breakfast on the road and lunch while in the National Park. This experience will be hard to forget and we´re sure you´ll want to return with your friends and family.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Country-Style Box Lunch, Bottled water, Entrance Fee to Lanquin Caves, Certified Tour Guide, Country-Style Box Breakfast

Exclusions: Gratuities

6. 3-Day Private Tour at Las Verapaces

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The abundance of nature, wildlife, and history make Las Verapaces a not-to-miss destination when you visit Guatemala. When thinking about this exquisite location made up of two departments -Alta Verapaz & Baja Verapaz- it is hard to choose the most beautiful spot. The landscapes of this region are full of green, turquoise, and orange colors that you´ll be able to see when visiting Hun-Nal-Ye and Semuc Champey, two natural wonders with turquoise waters surrounded by green forest, not to mention the jaw-dropping sunsets that can be seen. Guatemala is classified as a megadiverse country; in this small land, we have a wide variety of birds, flowers, trees, and mammals that find a house here. During this 3-day journey in paradise, we'll also learn about orchids and the great history behind the indigenous people of this area. This tour has it all, from waterfalls and crystal clear natural pools to orchids and much more. Don´t miss the chance to see the greatest wonders of Las Verapaces.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Certified Tour Guide, Entrance Fees to Semuc Champey + Hun Nal Ye + Orquigonia

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By farmerjohn1324

Everything was great. Ruben was a great and informative guide. Couldn't ask for more. Definitely worth it!

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