Hi Ian & Gus! Welcome. AnaLuisa (Gatowoman) is from Guatemala so may be able to give you up-to-date advice or recommendations.

We did a coastal tour when we stopped in Guatemala in April 2004. Our organizer, a dear friend who we have sailed with before, had studied in Guatemala & arranged for the tour with a colleague. He was a fantastic guide & we felt completely safe with him taking us around. The Monterico mangroves were extensive and interesting; the boats used to tour the mangroves are basic. We had a lunch & swimming stop at a nice resort just south of the port where the ship docked. Enjoyed that very much. The beach was patrolled by a guard with a rifle but stayed out of our way.

I hope that helps. Have a wonderful trip! Cheers, Anne