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🇬🇹 Guatemala · Central America & Caribbean

Semuc Champey

Turquoise limestone pools in deep jungle.

Budget level
Very affordable
Best months
Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Ideal stay
2 days
Best for
Nature, Adventure, Backpacking

Overview

A staircase of natural pools above a river cave system, reached by a rough road from Lanquín. Remote, and usually done as a two-night stop.

Plan & book

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Why go to Semuc Champey

  • The most photogenic swimming spot in the country
  • Caves, tubing and jungle viewpoints in one place

Budget

Semuc Champey is very affordable by Guatemala standards. Across Guatemala, mid-range travellers typically spend around $85 per person per day.

Country-level planning estimate, excluding flights. See the full Guatemala budget breakdown.

Practical information

  • Access roads are slow and rough
  • Very limited connectivity

Things to do in Semuc Champey

  • Mirador viewpoint above the pools
  • Candlelit K'anba cave
  • River tubing

When to go to Semuc Champey

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Plan 2 days here. Highlighted months are the best fit for most travellers.

Getting around

  • Shuttle to Lanquín, then 4x4 pickup

Suggested itineraries

  • Maya and jungle

    12 days

    Highlands plus the Petén ruins.

    Route: Antigua → Lake Atitlán → Semuc Champey → Flores

Guatemala guides