Raxruhá Candelaria
Raxruhá is a small town in Petén that provides travelers with a good base for exploring the Candelaria Caves and the ruins of Cancuén.
Guided Tours
Archeology
Ruins
Nature Walks
Hiking
Bird Watching
Historic
Suspension Bridges
Zip Lines
Architecture
& More
Raxruhá is a basic town with very few services. There are, however, several affordable comedores near the market here and restaurants that make good pizza and French-inspired cuisine.
The Candelaria Caves are west of Raxruhá. Discovered in 1974, these caves are made up of seven separate caves and are connected by the Río Candelaria. They are big and impressive—the main chamber is 100 feet (30 m) high and 650 feet (200 m) wide. You can explore the caves on foot or in inner tubes.
The Mayan site of Cancuén is north of Raxruhá. Cancuén includes the largest known Mayan palace, a royal ball court, and a carved stone panel. Cancuén lacks the sort of large temples that are found at other Mayan sites. It’s thought that the reason for this may be due to the close proximity to the Candelaria Caves, which hold spiritual significance for local Mayans.
Yes! The rates are the same if you book directly with the hotels and tours. We offer the additional value of an expert planner to ensure your trip is perfect.
We listen to your vision for your trip and ensure that your experience exceeds all of your expectations. Think of us as the “Zappos of Travel.” We do more than book your reservations — we take a holistic approach and create seamless plans.
We have planned thousands of vacations for people just like you. Our mission to redefine and simplify travel planning began in 2006 in Costa Rica, and it continues to this very moment. With over a decade of travel planning experience, we are confident that we can craft your perfect vacation for free.
Anywhere.com