Guatemala significa "lugar de muchos árboles" en el idioma Maya-Tolteca. De los muchos tipos de bosques presentes en Guatemala, los bosques tropicales lluviosos son de los más diversos biológicamente. Muchos de estos destinos de bosque lluvioso se encuentran dispersos a lo largo de las orillas de los lagos, ríos, o costas. Asimismo, estos destinos no sólo permiten a los viajeros explorar áreas densamente arboladas, sino también disfrutar de algunos de los hermosos ambientes acuáticos de Guatemala.

Lake Peten Itza

Peten

The banks of the Lake Petén Itza are surrounded by rainforests and wildlife. Go here for birdwatching and adventures through the jungle. Among the greenery, you'll also get to see Mayan ruins.

Biotopo Cerro Cahuí has incredible bird watching. Take a tour with a guide to see toucans, woodpeckers, and ocellated turkeys. Ixpanpajul Nature Park offers guests the chance to take canopy tours and go on zip lining adventures.

Rio Dulce

Caribbean Lowlands

Rainforest grows in abundance near the banks of the Río Dulce, protected by the boundaries of the Río Dulce National Park. Ecolodges put you right in the midst of the wildlife.

Around the Chocón Machacas Biotope, you'll get the chance to see manatees. You can get a fascinating glimpse at indigenous culture at the Ak’ Tenamit development, a village that helps out Mayan locals. Going deep into the jungle to see the gorge called La Cueva de la Vaca, one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in the Guatemalan rainforest.