Discover these natural destinations of Baja Verapaz. This department is known for its places full of cloud forest and natural wealth. You will find everything from one of the highest waterfalls in Central America to reserves that protect our national bird. Without a doubt a destination that stands out for its beauty.

Natural destinations of Baja Verapaz

Rabinal

The municipality of Rabinal belongs to the department of Baja Verapazthis is located in the northern region of the Republic of Guatemala. This is one of the most famous destinations in the country thanks to its unparalleled landscapes and natural destinations. The Rabinal Achí dance is one of the oldest artistic presentations in Guatemala and was declared by UNESCO as an Oral and Intangible Heritage of the Nation in 2005. It is known for its incredible gastronomy, since the famous Pinol and Atol Shuco originate from this destination.

Ranchitos del Quetzal

Ranchitos del Quetzal It is a private, self-sustaining nature reserve in the middle of the habitat of the resplendent quetzal. They have three workshops that seek to raise awareness about caring for the environment. You will be able to walk among trails and discover beautiful landscapes that the department of Baja Verapaz has to offer you. Here you can not only see, but also photograph the national bird. You can stay, tour the reserve through trails that pass through beautiful waterfalls. The climate is cold and humid, so staying can be very cozy.

• Location: Baja Verapaz, km 160.5 towards Cobán, Alta Verapaz
• Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Prices: depends on the activity you do

Chilascó Falls

The famous Chilascó Falls It is located in San Jerónimo. It is known as one of the largest waterfalls in all of Central America. It is a place suitable for hiking, camping and swimming in the waterfall pools. The jump is approximately 133 meters high and along the way there are several viewpoints, from where you can begin to observe the fall of the water.

• Location: Chilascó, San Jerónimo, Baja Verapaz
• Hours: Monday to Sunday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Price: national Q25.00 | foreigners Q35.00

Ram Tzul

Ram Tzul It is a natural reserve that has restaurant and bar service in the largest bamboo construction in Central America. In addition to comfortable rooms with panoramic views of the cloud forest mountains, walks within the reserve to the Rubel Chaim waterfall, visits to pools, rivers and forests. We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing, tennis shoes for walking, climb the main viewpoint, swim in their outdoor pools and much more. The climate is cold and humid, since this reserve is in the cloud forest corridor of Baja Verapaz.

• Location: km 158, route from Cobán to Purulhá, Baja Verapaz
• Hours: Monday to Sunday 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
• Prices: Q65.00 adults and Q30.00 children

Country Delights

This destination preserves the cloud forest corridor, unique flora and fauna in the country. In addition, you will find comfortable cabins to stay and relax with a wonderful climate. They also have restaurant service with typical breakfasts and international cuisine lunches. We recommend that you wear comfortable shoes, clothing suitable for the cold, sunscreen and reserve your cabins to stay in advance.

• Location: km. 166.2 Highway to Cobán, Purulhá, Baja Verapaz
• Hours: Monday to Sunday from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm
• Prices: cabins from Q150.00 per person

Quetzal Biotope

When you visit it you can enter an ancient forest full of trees covered in moss, ferns, orchids and much more. An ideal space for lovers of cold weather. Among the space you can see pine trees, cypresses, oaks, eucalyptus, algae and air plants. While you are walking you can see different natural waterfalls. Wear comfortable clothing and safe shoes to enjoy the adventure.

• Location: road on the way to Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapaz
• Hours: Monday to Sunday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Prices: national Q20.00 | foreigners Q60.00

Cloud Forest Biological Corridor

This corridor is the habitat where you can observe our national bird while enjoying a vacation in Baja Verapaz. In this place you have to be aware of the landscape, since the vegetation and the environment change thanks to its height. It is common to see leafy trees, fog and hear different birds that live in this beautiful ecosystem. This natural place is known as the Switzerland of Baja Verapaz thanks to its unique landscapes in the region.

• Location: from kilometer 142 road towards Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapaz
• Hours: always open
• Prices: free entry

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