Guatemala

Retalhuleu

"The Capital of the World": the IRTRA parks (Xocomil and Xetulul), the Tak’alik Ab’aj archaeological site — a UNESCO World Heritage site where Olmec became Maya — RAMSAR mangroves and fried-fish beaches. The southern coast’s fun.

Places (1)

Champerico
Researched (not yet visited in person) Free entry

Champerico

Fried fish by the historic pier — Reu’s beach with a memory.

~240 minLocal foodPhotography

Useful traveler info

About 190 km (3 h) from the capital via CA-2. The IRTRA parks fill up on holidays — arrive early. The star dish is Chojín Bataneco (cultural heritage). Champerico and Tulate are the local beaches.