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El Quetzal Birdwatching Tour from Cobán:Guatemala's National Bird

By Guat2do Travel Experiences
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$156 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Get ready for an unforgettable full-day private adventure at Ranchitos del Quetzal perfect for the whole family! Join us on a guided tour through the magical cloud forest, where an expert local birdwatcher will lead you on a quest to spot Guatemala's national treasure, the magnificent Quetzal. As you explore the misty trails, you'll discover a world of vibrant birds, fascinating amphibians, and lush plant life. The forest comes alive with the sounds of nature, and with a little luck, you'll witness the Quetzal's dazzling red and green feathers in all their glory. This must-do experience will leave you in awe of Guatemala's natural beauty!

Activity location

  • Coban
    • Coban, Guatemala, Guatemala

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Coban
    • Coban, Guatemala, Guatemala

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Private Tour Option

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Private Services just for you: The private tour option offers personalised service with your own guide & vehicle—focused entirely on you and your group.
Pickup included

Starting time: 5:30 AM
Price details
AU$156.10 x 2 AdultsAU$312.20
Total
Price is AU$312.20
Until Sun, 14 June

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance Fee to the Quetzal Sanctuary
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Certified Tour Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Do not wear colourful clothes, only neutral colours such as beige, black, moss green, and brown. Avoid flashy colours such as red, orange, purple, etc.
  • Do not use perfumes
  • You can bring sun protection and mosquito repellent.
  • The path through the cloud forest is quite peaceful. Three to four hours is how long it can go.

Activity itinerary

Coban

  • 1h
We´ll pick you up in your hotel lobby in Cobán and take you to the Quetzal Sanctuary, called Ranchitos del Quetzal. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy the road and the beautiful views.

Reserva Natural Ranchitos del Quetzal (Hospedaje, Restaurante, Tours)

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
In this lush cloud forest, the Quetzal isn’t the only resident... Embark on a guided tour through Ranchitos del Quetzal with an expert local birdwatcher, where you’ll journey through the misty woods in search of Guatemala’s national bird, the stunning Quetzal. Along the way, you’ll also encounter a variety of other birds, amphibians, and unique plant species that call this vibrant ecosystem home. Listen to the symphony of nature, marvel at the rich greenery, and with a bit of luck, catch a glimpse of the Quetzal's breathtaking red and green plumage.

Coban

  • 1h
During our way back to your hotel, you have the chance to relax and take a nap, or maybe you prefer to take photos of the marvellous landscapes of Las Verapaces... you choose, the time is yours. The last point in our itinerary is to take you safe and sound in your hotel.

Location

Activity location

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    Coban
    • Coban, Guatemala, Guatemala

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Coban
    • Coban, Guatemala, Guatemala

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