Monterrico

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Top Places to Visit

Parque Hawaii (hawaii Park)

About 7km (4 1/3 miles) east of Reserva Natural de Monterrico

Similar to but less touristy than the Reserva Natural de Monterrico (Monterrico Nature Reserve), this project is run by the Asociación de Rescate y Conservación... more

Reserva Natural De Monterrico (monterrico Nature Reserve)

Visitor center on Calle Principal, just east of the village center , Monterrico

Sometimes referred to as the Biotopo Monterrico-Hawaii, this protected area covers some 28 sq. km (11 sq. miles), more than 70% of which are aquatic, including ... more

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Top Places to Eat

Taberna El Pelícano

Across from Johnny's , Monterrico

This is easily the best and most interesting restaurant in Monterrico. The menu is longer and more creative than anything else in town, and features a variety ... more

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About Monterrico

Monterrico is the most popular beach in Guatemala and also the closest to Guatemala City and Antigua. It is a 2.5 hour drive from either Antigua or Guatemala City. The beaches are full of interesting but awkward steep angles due to the strength of the pounding surf. The ocean floor here drops off very steeply after only 20- 40 feet, making the undertow here very strong; only strong swimmers should venture out very far. This topography also provides some nice waves for surfing. There are lifeguards on duty during the weekend. Don't forget to bring some sandals as the sand is of the black volcanic variety. It is a stunning feature for the beauty of it, but it is too hot to walk on after 10am. The beach is 50 - 80 feet wide and stretches for miles. It is busiest(not crowded by any measure) on Sunday with mostly Guatemalans. Most local girls prefer to swim in sweat shorts and t-shirts although you will find a few who brave a bikini.