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Natural monument in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala
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Semuc Champey is a set of crystalline pools over the Río Cahabón in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. It consists of a natural 300 m limestone bridge, under which passes the Cahabón River. Atop the bridge is a series of stepped, turquoise pools, a popular swimming attraction. Semuc is part of the backpacker trail in Guatemala.
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You will walk in the park to the beautiful pools, visit the K’anba Caves where you will crawl, climb, and even swim through some parts with a candle in your hand and finish the day with some tubing down the river.
Next to the entrance of the park. There is nothing else nearby, so you eat in the hostal (bring enough cash). The hotel is owned by the community, and while very rustic and basic, it is very nice.
3 km from Semuc Champey. Has a vegetarian restaurant.
Shuttles go from Cobán and Antigua to Lanquin. From there, shared taxis will bring you to your hotel in Semuc Champey. If you don't come with a shuttle, your hotel can pick you up if you call them in advance.
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