Afro Caribbean Heritage

Livingston

🧠 Fact: Accessible only by boat, known for its Afro-Caribbean Garifuna culture.
💡 Tip: Try the traditional dish "Tapado," a coconut seafood stew.

Info: Nestled on Guatemala’s Caribbean coast where the Río Dulce meets the sea, Livingston is a vibrant, boat‑only town famed for its rich Garífuna heritage. Colorful wooden houses line sandy streets, and the air hums with punta rhythms and the scent of coconut, plantains, and fresh seafood. Visitors explore nearby natural wonders like the cascading “Seven Altars” waterfalls or drift through mangrove‑lined channels. Despite its remote setting, Livingston pulses with life: fishermen haul in lobster at dawn, families gather for traditional cassava bread, and artisans weave unique crafts—offering a warm, unforgettable taste of Guatemala’s Afro‑Caribbean culture.

• 📍 Guatemala, Livingston
• Afro Caribbean Heritage Boat Access Town Coastal Guatemala Travel Cultural And Nature Garifuna Culture Experience Livingston Guatemala Nature