Top Coban Half-day Tours

Picture yourself in the middle of the jungle surrounded by abundant orchids, tropical flowers, and wild birds. Breathing fresh air and the singing of the birds will give you joy. Due to its location and tropical weather, Guatemala has more than 1,400 species of orchids. In this tour, we'll take you through a 1-km-long path with 9 interactive stations so you will have the chance to observe 450 species of orchids. Not only that, but you will also learn about the connection between these mesmerizing flowers and butterflies, do birdwatching, and if you're lucky enough, you will see the Scaled Antpitta, a unique and not-frequently observed bird. And if you are a nature lover as we are, many other activities will bring all your senses to life. The Natural Reserve of Orquigonia is a rescue and conservation center located just a few minutes away from Cobán. So don't hesitate and get amazed by this delightful place!

If you're in Cobán and want to spend some time in the middle of nature, this is the kind of tour for you. Come join us to visit this spectacular place full of trees and fresh air. Experience the feeling of peace when we arrive at Las Victorias National Park close to the City of Cobán. Have the chance to do birdwatching and also spot other animals that live in this region such as squirrels, armadillos, rabbits, and fishes on the lagoon. The lagoon houses a crocodile and a lizard turtle, if we're lucky enough we'll have the opportunity to see them. Go grab your comfy walking shoes and join us!

If you´re planning to visit the highlands of Guatemala, Cobán must be on your list. Las Verapaces is a region full of nature, caves, rivers, flora & fauna, and many other natural attractions, but is also full of culture and traditions. This cultural tour will bring you close to the indigenous people of this location, get to know its people and the post-conquest history. The importance of Coban can be traced back until the year 1530. The region is known as "Verapaces" which means "Place of real peace" due to the pacific conquest of the people through religion. We´ll start this tour with the right foot by taking you to the most important buildings, the central plaza, the biggest mall in the area, and an important museum that tells the history of its ancestors through their traditional clothing.

Raise your hand all coffee lovers out there! Coffee is the second most famous beverage in the world just after tea. Guatemala produces one of the best coffees in the world and is very sought-after internationally. The altitudes, the weather, the minerals, and the different components make Guatemala's coffee worldwide acclaimed. Get to know the coffee plantations of Cobán in the highlands of the country, and learn about production techniques and processes from the very beginning till the end. Walk along a path surrounded by coffee plantations of more than one century of history. This spectacular tour is given by the people from the ethnic group of Mayan Q'eqchi so you will live this experience directly with the locals. An amazing adventure is waiting for you…

Are you one of those who want to have different experiences while traveling? The wonderfulness of this tour starts from the moment we pick you up in your hotel lobby in Coban. Once we get to the National Park of Lanquin Caves, we can start appreciating the birds and plants. Then, we start our journey inside the caves where bats, rocks, a river, and many other things can be appreciated. After that, you´re free to enjoy the river, walk around, take pictures, and relax. This experience will be hard to forget and we´re sure you´ll want to return with your friends and family.