Livingston
Guatemala · Izabal · 5 m
Description
Livingston is a vibrant Caribbean town on Guatemala's eastern coast and the cultural heart of the Garífuna, an Afro-Indigenous community. Accessible only by boat via the Río Dulce or from Puerto Barrios, the town is known for its laid-back Caribbean atmosphere, colorful wooden houses, palm-lined waterfront, and the Garífuna traditions of music, dance, language, and coconut-based cuisine. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, beaches, and waterfalls, Livingston blends Caribbean charm with Guatemala's rich cultural diversity. As the gateway to Playa Quehueche, Playa Blanca, and the Siete Altares waterfalls, it is one of the country's most distinctive travel destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: March – April
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Garífuna Culture
- Río Dulce Boat Journey
- Playa Quehueche
- Siete Altares(Day trip)
- Punta Music and Drumming
- Garífuna Dance Performances
- Tapado
- Livingston Waterfront
- Seven Altars Jungle Trail(Day trip)
- Playa Blanca(Day trip)
- Ak' Tenamit Indigenous Community(Day trip)
- Río Quehueche
- Mangrove Boat Tours
- Bird Watching
- Cocolí Cultural Center
- Local Seafood Restaurants
Getting there
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry