Testimonials
I studied Spanish at Cima Del Mundo in Antigua during June and July (5 weeks) in 2007. There, I had my own instructor with many activities which enabled me to interact in Spanish. The staff were pleasant, understanding, and encouraged me to learn and practice. The staff also help to ensure that your stay in Antigua and study at the school is an enjoyable experience. I highly recommend this school for learning Spanish and developing proficiency within a short amount of time.
Rio Dulce
The Rio Dulce is a large river that is 500 to 1500 meters (1/3 to 1 mile) wide over much of its length. The narrowest spot is at a point called La Vaca where the river narrows to a little over 100 meters (300 feet) as it squeezes through The Canyon. The river and both lakes are navigable by vessels of modest draft. The river and lakes are fed by many smaller rivers and countless creeks and streams. Many of these rivers can be traveled for miles by dinghy or canoe through beautiful forests and grassy meadows.
The Rio Dulce is an aquatic community. The highway passing through Fronteras / El Relleno on its way up to the Peten is the only access road to the area. Outside the towns of Fronteras and El Relleno there are no roads or footpaths other than a road leading to San Felipe and El Estor. The get around to different places on the Rio you must travel by boat. All homes and businesses on the Rio Dulce have a boat dock. Cruisers usually have a dinghy with a small outboard so getting around is not a problem. Travelers arriving by land will have to hire a speedboat (lancha) to get around. Lanchas are like taxis and are inexpensive.
You will find the people along the Rio Dulce to be among the friendliest you have ever encountered with a strong sense of community spirit, pride and service. The Rio Dulce is the favorite vacation spot for many wealthy Guatemalans. The emphasis is on boating and water sports but many backpackers and travelers from all parts of the world use the Rio Dulce as a jumping-off point for trips into the Peten, the rest of Guatemala, to Belize and Honduras.
