| Starting from: | $150per person |
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| Duration: | Day Trip from Antigua/Guatemala City, Day Trip from Flores, Overnight Trip |
| Languages: | English, Spanish |
| Starts at: | Based on your location |
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Tikal is one of the most fascinating and spiritually sites of Guatemala’s ancient Maya Civilization. Hidden Deep in the lush rainforest of northern Guatemala, this legendary archaeological site offers a deep journey into the past that encounters with the majestic power of nature and culture intertwined.
The national park of Tikal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a protected area of over 576 square kilometers, on the edge of the “Reserva de la Biosfera Maya”. Dating back to around 400 BC, Tikal was a dominant force during the Classic Maya period. It eventually succumbed to a ruinous state in the midst of the jungle, only to be rediscovered and restored in the 20th century. Today, its towering temples and monumental plazas rise through the dense jungle foliage like ancient guardians of a forgotten world.
As you explore this sacred landscape, your tour guide Will be with you, leading through its rich historical layers, from dynastic politics to cosmic alignments. Along the way, you’ll experience Tikal’s biodiversity in action: howler and spider monkeys swinging through the trees, toucans and parrots soaring above, and the hum of life that echoes through every stone. Ruins will rise before you as they did in the antiquity days like a stairway to heaven, as you follow in the footsteps of the ancients.
Custom tour to Tikal avaliable with flights (from Belize or Guatemala City), as well as overnight accommodation (in Flores or in Tikal Jungle) are also available. We can also arrange extensions to nearby archaeological sites. Please call or email us to custom your Tikal adventure.
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| Exploring The Ruins |
Tikal National ParkFrom Flores, it’s a scenic 1.5 hour drive to Tikal National Park. For overnight trip, we recommend staying at the beautiful Jungle Lodge or Tikal Inn, located just steps from the park entrance. Once you are inside the park, your local knowledgeable tour guide will take care of the park entrance and will help you fully understand why Tikal is so significant. Together, we’ll explore the Grand Plaza, the ceremonial and political heart of Tikal. You'll marvel at Temples I (Temple of the Great Jaguar), II, III, IV, V, and VI. At Temple II, you’ll have a chance to climb for breathtaking views of the plaza and surrounding jungle canopy. We’ll also explore lesser-known but historically significant structures, hidden gems that reveal the deep layers of Maya history. |
| Wildlife Spotting |
Tikal National ParkSince Tikal is located deep within the jungles of Guatemala, you're likely to encounter a wide variety of tropical rainforest species, including spider and howler monkeys, white-lipped peccaries, brocket deer, coatis, toucans, scarlet macaws, parrots, ocelots and even jaguars. The forest is home to more than 300 species of birds (some migrating from as far as Louisiana and Kentucky), 200 species of trees, and over 2,000 species of higher plants. As you walk through the park, our knowledgeable guide will help you spot and identify some of these fascinating creatures and plant life along the way. |
| Optional: Sunrise Tour |
Tikal National ParkDeparting before dawn, we reach Temple IV in time to witness one of the world’s most magical sunrises. The jungle awakens around you , nocturnal animals retreat as birds begin their morning chorus. It's a moment of serene power, as the ancient city slowly reveals itself in the soft golden light. |
| Optional: Sunset Tour |
Tikal National ParkAs the day fades, we’ll ascend Temple IV once more to watch the sun dip below the canopy, casting shadows across the temples. The forest shifts as diurnal animals rest and nocturnal species begin to tremble, an intimate and divine experience. |
What You’ll Experience
| Day Trip from Antigua/Guatemala City, Day Trip from Flores, Overnight Trip | |
| English, Spanish | |
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