Beach & Pool Day at El Paredon - Palapa for 2

Escape to El Paredon's stunning beach — Guatemala's hottest surf destination on the Pacific Coast and relax in your own palapa for 2.

Relax in your own private Palapa for 2 and take in the beachfront beauty of Cervecería 14, an Antiguan brewery that opened a second location in El Paridon, steps from the ocean. Enjoy an hour of unlimited locally brewed beers, cocktails, and sodas, all in the ambiance of the cool freshwater pools — plus, take your pick of fresh lunch options like ceviche, fish & chips, or grilled chicken.

Shore Thing Highlights

Relax in your own private poolside palapa made for 2
Get a feel for the Guatemala's Pacific Coast, known for its unique black sand (and named one of the world's top 10 surf destinations)
Spend a day at Cervecería 14, an Antiguan brewery so popular, they opened a second location on the gorgeous beach at El Paredon
Enjoy an hour-long open bar with locally brewed craft beers, delicious food, and select cocktails

Need to know

This Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
Price if per palapa for up to 2 Sailors
Approximately 1-hour drive each way to/from the pier
Sailors should bring a towel and wear a swimsuit should they wish to go swimming
Includes 1-hour open bar. Additional beverages are available for purchase at Sailor's expense
Lunch is included
Driving routes follow narrow, single-lane roads where traffic is common; Highway travel is limited in this region

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Beach & Pool Day at El Paredon - Palapa for 2

Escape to El Paredon's stunning beach — Guatemala's hottest surf destination on the Pacific Coast and relax in your own palapa for 2.

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know

Experience shores the Virgin way