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If you are searching for the elusive quetzal, the beautiful national bird of Guatemala, then the region surrounding Cobán, known as the Verapaces, is the place you’re most likely to see it in the country.
Caves
Formed from a massive limestone plateau that has eroded over the ages, the area is undermined by huge caves and underground caverns with magnificent hanging stalactites and stalagmites. Worshiped by the Maya, these caves are gloriously intricate, with pools of turquoise water and slender limestone bridges.
Cobán
A great place to be based to see the area is the city of Cobán and although the accommodation is simple here there are thundering rivers, hills clad in cardamom and coffee, museums celebrating the Mayan culture and the quetzal reserve to explore.
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Suggested itinerary featuring Cobán & The Verapaces
This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Cobán & The Verapaces, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Places near Cobán & The Verapaces
- The Far Northwest 44 miles away
- Antigua 68 miles away
- Lake Atitlán 77 miles away
- Western Highlands 91 miles away
- Flores 105 miles away
- Rio Dulce & Livingston 111 miles away
- Tikal & El Petén 131 miles away
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