Ruta del Cacao | Warning

May 10th, 2021 by elmoost

Did the route the other way around from Senahu to Semuc. Like last post, well maintained single lane dirt road in general, about 6 or 7 kms which are a bit more off road. Nothing very difficult. Bigger rigs could do this as well, but you'll need to bring your gardening equipment :)
Took us about 3hrs.

September 27th, 2018 by jmk387

The road is open. Traveled it on 9/27/18 in dry conditions. The first 10 Km are the most challenging. Narrow, steep and rocky in sections. Culminates in a long, moderately steep, washed out downhill. 4x4 required but nothing overly technical. Beyond that point the road was in fairly great shape. Single vehicle width the entire way with two way traffic, making passing an adventure. 3 1/2 hours to travel the 40 Km to Senahu in a 4x4 Sprinter van. Bea
utiful route.

September 5th, 2018 by Tucks' Truck

Locals in Semuc Champey told us there have been rock-falls on this track it is no longer passable (only motorbikes can get through to Senahu this way. The most direct route down to Lake Izabal is back via Lanquin, then turn right to Cahabon. That is a rough route - 4x4 not necessary, but high clearance is required.

June 9th, 2017 by randulinas.ch

Warning, high clearance, low gear,... hardcore nearly off road, sometimes. Most parts are ok and gravel road is well maintained. But no big rigs! Narrow, steep, bridge new! Full adventure from Semuc Champey to Senahu.