El Estor was once the only the place in the area for those seeking European products.  El Estor is on the north shore of Lake Izabal and is a good stopover point for those who want further adventures into the mountains or on the rivers and lake. Its population is about 4000.

 Welcome to El Estor

VILLAGE FIESTA: On June 29.

HOW TO GET HERE: You can take a bus from Rio Dulce  (El Relleno or Fronteras), a dusty road about 30 miles long, or you can hire a boat.  Taking a boat is more expensive but it is a nice ride.  The ferry from Mariscos village on the south side of the lake, is no longer running. Click here for bus schedules around the country.  

ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels up to $15 for a double room :  Hotel Santa Clara. Hotel Villela clean; recommended. Hotels from $15 to $30 double room: Hotel Vista al Lago recommended Tel 949-7205 Guatemala City, 

RESTAURANTS: BUDGET: Hugo's Restaurant, is pleasant and clean. 

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