Are there good campsites along the Pacific in Guatemala?

Question

Another question...We would also like to visit the Pacific Ocean. Is it worth the time? Are there any good places to pitch a tent and go camping for a night or two? We would be leaving from Antigua.

Answer 1

The best beaches in the pacific coast are MONTERRICO, JUAN GAVIOTA, CHAMPERICO, CHULAMAR, LINDAMAR, LAS LISAS, EL JIOTE the sand is volcanic but are soooooo beautiful you can stay in a simple tent camping or in a luxery hotel is ypur choice!!! ANTIGUA is near.

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Answer 2

I'd pass on the Pacific coast of Guatemala. The black sand beaches will burn your feet if you walk on them barefoot, if the sun is out. The only surf I've seen is 3-4 foot shore breaks, with very powerful rip tides. The weather is hot and humid, and they have mosquitos as big as chickens. Crime is a major problem. On the other hand, the lightning is spectacular!

There must be 10,000 beaches in Mexico, all of which would be a better choice.

Answer 3

I think it's worth the time.The Pacific coastline stretches from the Mexican border to the border with El Salvador.The region is characterized by black volcanic sand beaches.Surfing is popular on many of the beaches and it is possible to pitch a tent most places.You need to watch your belongings as the beach does attract petty thieves. Because the beaches in Guatemala are almost all black sand and while they are not as impressive as some of the beaches other places  they are still great places to go and relax.  Within a couple hours by bus from Xela you can visit Champerico, Tulate, Sipicate and Tilapa (our favorite).  A few hours more and you can visit Puerto San Jose and Monterrico which are the most popular beaches in Guatemala.

http://www.surfinguatemala.com/main.php