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Top 5: Kayak Spots in Central America

by Jack Guy

Jan 18, 2016

© Jarnogz | Dreamstime

Top 5 / Latin America

Keen kayak fans will not be short of options for places to indulge in their passion in Central America. Here are some of the best spots.

 

Caye Caulker, Belize © Pablo Hidalgo | Dreamstime 44617110

© Pablo Hidalgo | Dreamstime

 

Caye Caulker, Belize

The most affordable of Belize’s cayes offers the chance to kayak among coral reefs, sharks and rays in exceedingly clear water. Be sure to pack a snorkel and take a look underwater at some point during your trip.

 

Sunset Pier on Lake Atitlan in Guatmela © Underworld | Dreamstime 31398147

© Underworld | Dreamstime

 

Lake Atitlan

The waters of Atitlan may not be crystal clear, but the main attractions of the lake lie all around. It is surrounded by five volcanoes offering a stunning backdrop to the body of water that the local Mayan population claim is the navel of the world.

 

Ometepe Volcano, Nicaragua © Riderfoot | Dreamstime 40085733

© Riderfoot | Dreamstime

 

Isla Ometepe, Nicaragua

This volcanic island sits in the middle of Lake Nicaragua, home to the only freshwater sharks in the world. Get here soon to appreciate a unique ecosystem which is threatened by a planned mega-canal project.

 

Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica © Alan Huett | Flickr

© Alan Huett | Flickr

 

Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica

Head down the Sarapiqui River for a white-water adventure that takes place within a short distance of the capital, San Jose. Check out Esprit Travel tours for more information.

 

The Kuna Yala communities of San Blas, Panama © Jarnogz | Dreamstime 22005323

© Jarnogz | Dreamstime

 

Kuna Yala, Panama

Take out sea kayaks to explore the San Blas archipelago off the Caribbean coast of Panama, home to the fascinating Kuna people. Stop off at isolated islands and gain a window into a complex ancient culture.

 

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