Welcome to Izabal

Encircled by lush jungles and the sparkling Caribbean Sea, Izabal is a truly magical place.  Surrounding majestic Lake Izabal—the largest lake in Guatemala— Izabal is a place of diverse and vibrant cultures, exotic wildlife and jungle wilderness.  From the Mayan communities along the Río Dulce, to the Garifuna city of Livingston, Guatemalans in Izabal are excited to welcome you to their home and show you the best of what this region has to offer.  Explore Izabal’s protected rainforest, one of the most ecologically diverse places in Central America.   Take a boat tour from Lake Izabal to the Caribbean Sea, stopping to swim at a number of quiet beaches along the way.  Experience the authentic Garifuna and Mayan cultures by visiting local communities or joining in traditional festivals.  This is Izabal, an adventurer’s paradise, and a must-see for every Central American traveler.