5 Adventures in Guatemala



If you’d like to practice the Spanish you learned from your Living Language Spanish course in an adventurous setting, consider one of these attractions in the beautiful country of Guatemala!

1. The Filadelfia Coffee Resort is a family-friendly hotel located in the middle of a coffee plantation. Even if you aren’t staying at the hotel, swing by the resort for a canopy tour, mule rides, a coffee tour, bird watching, and much more. Continue reading at Travel Experta.

2. Xocomil Water Park is one of the parks created in the 1990’s by the Guatemalan Institute of Worker Recreation (IRTRA). With state-of-the-art water slides, rivers, and wave pools, it is arguably the best water park in Latin America. Continue reading at Volunteer Travel in Latin America.

3. The Valhalla Macadamia Nut Farm, located 15 minutes outside of Antigua, is a relaxing and delicious escape from the busy cities. Enjoy a brief tour of the farm, sink into reclining chairs and enjoy a complimentary macadamia nut facial and a mini massage, then treat yourself to the farm’s famous pancakes, made with creamy macadamia butter and fresh blueberries. Continue reading at A Little Adrift.

4. X-Park is an adventure park in Guatemala City with a climbing wall, an obstacle course, bungee jumping, trampolines and other “extreme” activities. One blogger says, “My husband, a rock climbing addict, spends his entire time climbing up and down the rock wall, while my son tries everything at once. The best part is how totally safe it is.” Continue reading at GotSaga.

5. Museo del Niño in Guatemala City is one of the best places to go if you’re traveling with children. The museum features many interactive displays and play areas, including giant jigsaw puzzle of Guatemala, a hands-on music room, and trampolines. Continue reading at Moon Travel.

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