Beautiful Lakes 

Beautiful Lakes

Explore by water and discover serene lakes and charming towns
If you are looking for a lake experience like no other, than Central America is waiting for you with lakes that have been shaped and formed by the volcanic topography of the area. Lake Atitlan was nominated as one of the seven wonders of the world and is considered to be the most beautiful lake in the world. If Atitlan wasn’t impressive enough, the Great Lake of Nicaragua (or Lake Cocibolca) offers three islands and two towering volcanoes just waiting to be explored. Staying at one of the lakes is the best way to get immersed in the local culture and adventure. You will find many boutique hotels and bed & breakfast opportunities.
Nicaragua
Granada and Lake Cocibolca
Founded by Francisco Hernández de Córdoba in 1524, the city of Granada, also known as the Gran Sultana, is one of the main tourist attractions in the country, and currently one of the most visited destinations by foreign tourists.
Nicaragua
Ometepe Island
With 276 square kilometers, the Ometepe Island, a word of Nahuatl origin that means Ome: dos, and tepetl: hills, is the largest island in the world in a freshwater lake. It is known as “Sacred Site” where the gods lived.
Honduras
Yojoa Lake
Lake Yojoa is the only lake that is the product of the explosion of a volcano in Honduras, and is the largest reserve of fresh water in the country.
Guatemala
Lake Atitlan and Its Towns
Located in the department of Sololá, Lake Atitlán is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Guatemala, and was nominated as one of the seven wonders of the world.

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Nicaragua

Due to its towering volcanoes and majestic lakes, Nicaragua truly deserves the descriptive nickname of “The Land of Lakes and Volcanoes.”
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Guatemala

Guatemala can be as diverse as you want it to be for your next vacation. From its beaches in the Caribbean coast, to the surf of the Pacific, its mountainous interior, Mayan culture and ruins to its charming colonial towns and heritage and not to mention a culinary scene waiting to be discovered.
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Belize

Welcome to Belize in the north of Central America, untamed and pristine nature is waiting to be discovered. Belize offers the best of both worlds; you can jump into the Caribbean Sea and experience some of the best beaches in the world or explore the untamed jungles of Central America. Belize is small, but it is packed with islands, culture and adventure.
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Honduras

Honduras truly is an overlooked and hidden gem in Central America. Discover the white sand beaches of the Caribbean Sea, bordered by world's second-largest barrier reef. Here you will find amazing islands, including the famous beaches and island life of Roatán.
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