Which bodies of water border Guatemala?

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Guatemala is bordered by two primary bodies of water:

  • Pacific Ocean: The country’s southern border is defined by a coastline along the Pacific Ocean, which is fronted by a fertile coastal plain.12
  • Gulf of Honduras: To the northeast, Guatemala has a short coastline along the Gulf of Honduras, which is a wide inlet of the Caribbean Sea. This area includes Amatique Bay, where the country's chief ports are located.13