More than just a mode of transport, a boat trip down the Río Dulce — which meanders for 27 miles from Lake Izabal to the Caribbean Sea — is a popular outdoor experience in Guatemala.

“If they want palm oil, they can harvest it themselves in their countries.” A view of Lake Izabal and an old nickel mine in ...

A view of Lake Izabal and an old nickel mine in Guatemala. (Brian Lawless/PA) Just outside the main village stands a white cross surrounded by painted stones bearing the name of Jose Chaman Caal ...