by Rowland | Sep 11, 2019 | Guatemala, Nature Tours, Sea Turtle Conservation, Travel
Discover biodiverse birdlife in a maze of freshwater lagoons When we think of coast lines it’s easy to just think of the beach and its immediate surroundings. However, it’s often the case that highly diverse habitat is found hidden behind the waterfront. This is...
by Rowland | Sep 11, 2019 | Guatemala, Indigo Expeditions
Feeling positive about conservation It had been an early start to get to Oxford by 8 am Tuesday 3rd September. Upon my arrival I was greeted by glorious warm sunshine that reflected back off the magnificent stonework buildings that this world renowned city is famous...
by Rowland | Aug 11, 2019 | Guatemala, Indigo Expeditions, Notes from the field, Sea Turtle Conservation
Sea turtles are elusive creatures that spend most of their lives at sea. Only the females return to land to lay their eggs, and although olive ridley turtles visit the beaches of the Pacific Coast of Guatemala almost year round, it is difficult to predict where and...
by Rowland | Jul 11, 2019 | Guatemala, Nature Tours, Travel
Absorb the Mayan culture of Lake Atitlán As you travel west out of Guatemala City for about 4 hours you will find yourself at Atitlán, an idyllic lake high in the mountains. Here in the crisp air surrounded by volcanos, is one of Guatemala’s natural wonders. When the...
by Rowland | Jun 11, 2019 | Guatemala, Nature Tours, Travel
Immerse yourself in Caribbean rainforest – welcome to Las Escobas When you reach the Caribbean coast of Guatemala you suddenly realise the forests are different. For the first time you find yourself in Guatemala’s only true rainforest. As lush and verdant as...