Dulce River is a river in Guatemala, completely contained within the department of Izabal. It is part of a lake and river system that has become a popular cruising sailboat destination. is located in the northeast department of Izabal. Rio Dulce is part of the much larger Lago de Izabal which borders the department. Connecting Lago de Izabal with Rio Dulce is a bridge which connects to the town of El Rellenos. All points are easy accessible by boats owned by locals.
At the east end of the Lake of Izabal, this town is still referred to as Borders a hangover from the days when the only way across the river was by ferry, and this was the last piece of civilization before embarking on the long, difficult journey into El Petén.
Rio Dulce is the base for yachts that are trying to avoid hurricanes, boat tours to Livingston, and has a handful of tourist attractions nearby. However, all the traffic crosses over the one bridge over the lake to be funneled through one road Rio Dulce.
Rio Dulce is a popular area to visit due to its scenery and capability for sailing smoothly through the Caribbean. The town is also a central market spot for locals who arrive via cayuco from neighboring towns.
Places to visit in Rio Dulce:
- Hot springs
- Castillo de San Felipe de Lara
- Seven Altars
- Hot Waterfall
Enjoy our private tour and the view around one of the area to visit du to its scenery and capability to sailing smoothly theought the caribbean
