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Dino Park: A Prehistoric Adventure in Guatemala

Experience the thrill of the Jurassic period at Dino Park, Latin America's largest animatronic dinosaur park in Guatemala.

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Step back in time at Dino Park in Santa Cruz Muluá, Retalhuleu, Guatemala, where over 100 life-sized dinosaur models, including 60 animatronic creatures, roam the landscape. This immersive amusement park offers a thrilling and educational experience for the whole family, complete with interactive exhibits, a Jurassic Park museum, and live shows.

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Santa Cruz Muluá Km. 179.5 Carretera a, GT
Monday
9 am-5 pm
Tuesday
9 am-5 pm
Wednesday
9 am-5 pm
Thursday
9 am-5 pm
Friday
9 am-5 pm
Saturday
9 am-5 pm
Sunday
9 am-5 pm

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    Getting There

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    Dino Park is located off the Carretera a Quetzaltenango (Highway to Quetzaltenango), approximately 179.5 kilometers from Guatemala City. From Guatemala City, take CA-2W and then continue onto RN-1. Drive towards Quetzaltenango. The park will be on your right. Parking is available at the park.

    Bus

    Several bus lines travel from Guatemala City to Retalhuleu. From Retalhuleu, you can take a local bus or taxi to Dino Park, which is located in Santa Cruz Muluá. The park is located 179.5 kilometers on the highway to Quetzaltenango. The bus from Guatemala City to Retalhuleu costs approximately Q50-Q270. A taxi from Retalhuleu to Dino Park will cost approximately Q50-Q75.

    Local tips

    Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be doing a lot of walking.
    Bring sunscreen and a hat, as much of the park is outdoors.
    Consider purchasing a game passport with 'huellitas' (points) for the various attractions to save time and money.

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    Dino Park, located in Santa Cruz Muluá, Retalhuleu, Guatemala, is more than just an amusement park; it's a journey back to the age of dinosaurs. As the largest animatronic dinosaur park in Latin America, Dino Park features over 100 dinosaur models, with 60 of them brought to life through realistic sounds and movements. Among these is the largest animatronic dinosaur in Central America, a Brachiosaurus measuring 30 meters long and 15 meters high. The park offers a variety of attractions suitable for all ages. Kids can enjoy the playground, which is the largest in the region, and a fossil excavation site. The Jurassic Park museum displays toys, replicas, and autographed photos from the Jurassic Park movies. There's also a 3D movie about the largest dinosaurs discovered and live shows, including a dinosaur walk and a musical performance. Visitors can even get up close with baby dinosaurs in the laboratory. Interactive experiences enhance the visit, including a T-Rex skeleton in the interactive museum. For those seeking more thrills, there are canopy rides, go-karts, a climbing wall, and a gotcha game. Two restaurants offer a variety of dining options, and a souvenir shop allows visitors to take a piece of the Jurassic era home with them. Dino Park is open every day of the year from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

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