Guatemala Travel Adventures

By Shelagh McNally

Subjects: Guidebooks, Adventure travel, Travel, Nonfiction, Foreign Language Study, Outdoor Recreation

Description: Color photos of all the sights and hotels, plus more detail on shopping, where to stay and eat, what to do and see than any other guide.Guatemala is a feast for explorers looking for new experiences. This guide takes you from fiery volcanoes to historic churches dating back to the 1600s. You can sail on Lake Atitlan, raft on Rio Candelera, hike to Maya ruins, dive a barrier reef or take a bike tour around Antigua. In-depth details on the culture, traditions and how to travel with respect for the country and its welcoming people. With the author's expert advice, you'll find excellent eateries, locally made crafts and family-run B&Bs.All the details you need are in this guide for exploring the country in whatever style you wish – luxury, budget or in-between.Town walking tours, mountain treks, kayaking excursions, jungle trips, river cruises – all are covered, with contact info for the best tour operators.Crumbling Maya ruins sit beside grand cathedrals built by the Conquistadors. The Maya people are still here, retaining their traditions. Rainforests, lava-spitting volcanoes, hotsprings, amazing wildlife, 600 species of orchids – the author shows you how to immerse yourself in the country and experience it fully.