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Semuc Champey Tour: Reconnect with Nature at the Natural Paradise of Las Verapaces and Kanba Caves
4.7
6 Ratings
Coban
Reconnect with nature at Semuc Champey, a natural paradise in Las Verapaces. Explore Mayan communities, turquoise waters, and natural caves. Get ready for adventure!
Duration:
13 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Coban - We’re going to start the tour early in the morning so we have enough time to do all the fun activities we have planned. We’ll pick you up in your hotel lobby in Cobán and take you to Semuc Champey and the K’anba Caves. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy the road and the beautiful views.
- Semuc Champey - The name of Semuc Champey in the Mayan Q´ueqchi´ language means “where the river hides”. It´s a natural 300 m limestone bridge, under which the Cahabón River passes. Enjoy the hike to the viewpoint and get a birds-eye view of the turquoise natural pools, swim, and have fun. You´ll feel like you daydream!
- Cuevas de K’anba - Experience the mystical side of Guatemalan caverns. These hidden caves sculptured by Mother Nature will give you an otherworldly feeling of adventure. You can walk through the caves with a candle and discover the river that goes through this beautiful rock shelter with different levels of water, in some of them, the water reaches your chest. Lunch will be taken after this point.
- Lanquin - After a day full of adventures and discovering these magical places, we´ll enjoy a delicious lunch.
- Coban - On our way back to your hotel, you have the chance to relax or take a nap if you’d like. We will take you safe and sound back to your hotel in Coban.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- 4WD Transfer from Lanquín to Semuc Champey
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Semuc Champey Entrance Fee
- Certified Tour Guide
- K’anba Caves Entrance Fee
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Ever heard the saying ‘unplug to reconnect’? If it’s a refreshing escape into nature that you’re seeking, then Semuc Champey Natural Park is the perfect destination for you. Journey to the ‘Las Verapaces’ region, where the hustle and bustle of everyday life will feel miles away. Traverse through the rain-drenched forests and immerse yourself in the tropical utopia abundant with diverse wildlife and vegetation. Experience the rich cultural history of various Mayan tribes. Explore the secluded wonder of Semuc Champey, marveling at its unique turquoise waters and natural pools. Step into the ‘underworld’, as the Mayans once believed, in a network of caves designed for pure amusement on native slides. Are you geared up for this adventure?
- Make sure to bring a swimsuit, a full-body towell, water shoes to be in the natural pools, and comfotable shoes with good traction to go up to the viewpoint
- Use environmentally friendly sunscreen and repellent
- Use sun protection
- You may bring snacks if you wish
Location
Coban
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Maile_a
Aug 24, 2023
Heavenly! - Going through and getting painted in the caves. Swimming in the pools and see all the waterfalls. It was a truly amazing experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a special adventure.
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Nicholas_b
Jul 13, 2023
Amazing! Worth every cent. - The tour was an incredible experience - we had the opportunity to see the caves, go tubing down the river, and visit Semuc Champey with ample free time. The local tour guides were knowledgeable, spoke English extremely well and were lively and fun. I would suggest everyone to keep an open mind about the transport between Lanquin to Semuc Champey - it’s an experience that a few not used to it may be taken aback.
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Natasha_r
Apr 9, 2023
Unforgettable Indiana Jones - like experience!!! -
Visiting Kanba Caves was a true adrenalin rush!!! Super exciting and challenging for mind and body!
Our guide Derik was super nice, savy, and always in control. He knows the area very well despite his young age.
Semuc Champey natural pools and surrounding river and falls were gorgeous and refreshing.
The car and driver were top notch. It is a private tour so you go at your own pace and respecting your own limits. However I only recommend it for moderately active, highly adventurous adults and fearless kids.
Lunch could improve.
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308paolaj
May 26, 2022
Beautiful Semuc - Had a wonderful experience with the team provided. Driver was super friendly and fun! Loved the lunch, great service! Would totally do it again!
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Meander15636102745
Jun 4, 2024
Visit to Semuc Champey and nearby Cave. - Wonderful visit Semuc Champey. We had a guide who spoke very little English, even though we paid for an English-speaking guide.
We were able to visit the nearby caves and explored them by candlelight. We hiked to the top of the Mirador for a fantastic view of the River below. Then we were able to relax in the pools above the waterfall. We liked our guide very much. we wish you would’ve interacted more with us. One of the other guides on the property showed us how to move easily between the different pools, even showing us how to slide down the slippery rocks which was a lot of fun.
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H8948vcarmandos
Mar 6, 2024
A perfect walk - The tour was very good, very good guides, good breakfast.
Perfect landscapes, enter the caves, the water runs inside and you can swim, the perfect waterfall, from the top you can see the Semuc pools, I recommend them
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