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Biotope del Quetzal, also known as Biotope Mario Dary Rivera, is a 2,580-acre (1,044-ha) protected area located about an hour outside Cobán. The reserve’s convenient location makes it a good place to stop and explore the region’s dense cloud forests. The lush, high-altitude cloud-forest ecosystem is the Quetzal’s natural habitat.
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You do not have to go far away from Quetzaltenango to visit one of the sanctuaries of Guatemala’s national bird. This is a unique experience to admire the mysterious Quetzal living in its natural environment of a beautiful rainforest. The village is about 1 ½ hrs by private transport from Quetzaltenango. Binoculars are provided as well as breakfast.
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This exciting tour is ideal for explorers who love nature and birds but don’t have a lot of experience. From your hotel we will head to the reserve to search the most beautiful bird species in this area. You will appreciate hearing the birds sing, see them fly and you will able to observe different water- and tree birds through a professional telescope.