Guatemala Pictures

It is called Yolnabaj, but the locals call it “Wild Lagoon” as it has some waves that emit the sound of a crisp water. What you see here is only a small portion.

The place is a paradise far away from Guatemala City (almost 15 hours to get there), but that’s what makes the place a sanctuary.

Even from the town you have to walk for 2 and a half hours to reach the Lagoon. What you are watching is not even the half of the way there. I’m about to enter “Noche Triste”, or “Sad night” as it is a place where long ago some people got lost and started raining, passing a sad and wild night over there.

It is cold and muddy, so be patient. Wanna visit the place? I’m sure you want to, but pretty sure you are not willing to pay the sacrifice to get there… do you?

How to get there

Ok, go to Huehuetenango and then follow the main road till you get to La Trinidad (ask the locals, piece of cake). Once there you will be at just 5 minutes from Mexico. Right at Trinidad you’ll find a fork. Take the road to your right and done. Ask the locals as there are no visible signs on when to turn to your left.

Good luck!