Rio Dulce National Park, Natural reserve in Izabal Department, Guatemala
The Rio Dulce National Park spans 130 square kilometers along the Dulce River, featuring dense tropical forests, mangroves, and steep limestone cliffs reaching 91 meters.
The Spanish colonial fort Castillo de San Felipe de Lara was constructed in this area to defend against Caribbean pirates targeting trade routes during the 17th century.
Local Q'eqchi' Maya communities maintain traditional fishing practices and utilize dugout canoes for transportation throughout the river system and Lake Izabal.
The park offers boat tours, hiking trails, and wildlife observation points, with the dry season from November to April providing optimal conditions for outdoor activities.
The El Golfete section forms a natural lake within the park where manatees swim in protected waters near the Chocón Machacas Biotope reserve.
Location: Izabal Department
GPS coordinates: 15.63114,-88.94566
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:38
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