Experience the beauty of Monterrico Beach on this day tour. Explore mangrove canals, learn artisanal fishing techniques, and relax on the black sand beach. Don’t miss the chance to release a turtle into the sea!
- Guatemala City - Either the trip starts from Guatemala City, or from Antigua Guatemala, both routes are scenic, and you´ll be able to see beautiful landscapes on your way to the Pacific Coast.
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Monterrico - Upon our arrival at Monterrico black sand beach, a boat awaits us. We will take a boat ride through the mangrove canal. During our boat ride, we`ll appreciate the beauty of nature, do birdwatching, and practice artisanal fishing. In the end, if we are in the turtle egg spawning season, we will release a baby turtle to the seashore.
- Monterrico - After enjoying all the coastal activities, we will take you to a nice hotel by the shore. Here you can enjoy the pools, hammocks, and a delicious lunch. You will have time to walk along the seashore, enjoy the waves, and watch the beautiful scenery.
- Guatemala City - The city will be waiting for us after a 3-hour road trip from Monterrico Beach. Sit back and relax, we will leave you safe and sound back to your hotel in Guatemala City or Antigua.
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- Bottled water
- Private Air-Conditioned Transportation
- Lunch
- Certified Tour Guide
- Beach Hotel Day-Pass
- Fishing in the Mangrove Canal
- Wildlife sightseen
- Baby turtle release (Only during the egg spawning season)
- Boat Ride through Mangroves
- Gratuities
Have you ever visited a Black Sand Beach? If not, this is your opportunity. This tour will take you to the Guatemalan Pacific Coast where Monterrico is one of the most famous beaches in the country.
Take a boat ride through the 20 km-long Nature Reserve of coastal mangrove canals with avian and aquatic life. Later on, learn the artisanal fishing techniques with the locals, and if lucky you’ll catch some fish for the community.
You will relax by the sea while you have your lunch, enjoy the pool, and watch the breathtaking scenery.
In the turtle egg spawning season we will take you to an animal sanctuary. There, they take care of the turtle eggs until they spawn. Each of us will adopt a small turtle and release it to the seashore so that it can continue on its way. Only during the egg spawning season. Without a doubt, this tour full of coastal activities is something you will never forget!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.