Overview

Only eight kilometers away from the town of Chisec, Sepalau Lagoons are four impressive karstic* small lakes filled with crystalline turquoise waters and surrounded by a lush tropical landscape combined with amazing limestone formations. Access to the lakes is easy and there you can swim, paddle in a canoe or simply relax while enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the rainforest and its surroundings.

* Karstic landscape is a special type of landscape developed in places where limestone is abundant. Main features of this landscape are caves, turquoise waters and intermittent rivers, among others.

These lagoons, formed over a bed of limestone, are a geological curiosity and their color and depth characteristics vary during the year. Local communities use the first lagoon as a water source, therefore, swimming is not allowed there; however, the more adventurous tourists may enjoy a canoe ride in its beautiful waters. The second lagoon is located right besides the first one, there you can swim and enjoy a refreshing break from the typical heat of Chisec. To reach the third and fourth lagoons you have to walk a bit through different nature trails. You can also swim in these lagoons.

All of the tourism activities in Sepalau are managed by the local "Association for Integral Development of Sepalau" and all proceeds go toward community projects. Services available for visitors include:

  • Guided interpretive tours in nature trails
  • Camping area and tent rental
  • Food service and picnic area
  • Restrooms with showers
  • Parking lot

    • The lagoons' brilliant turquoise color and breathtaking backdrop, as well as the unique opportunity to be a recipient of the famous Q'eqchi' hospitality, make it a must-see destination.