23. Avoid Swimming in Guatemala’s Rivers and Lakes

While it may be tempting to take a dip in some of Guatemala’s picturesque lakes and rivers, doing so might put yourself at risk. Many of these bodies of water may appear calm and inviting on the surface but are actually turbulent and dangerous underneath. Lake Atitlan, for example, one of Guatemala’s popular tourist destinations, is known to have strong undercurrents that can drown you.