Petén Tours

See one of Guatemala’s most incredible archeological sites and climb through ancient ruins at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tikal National Park (Parque Nacional Tikal). Your expert guide will lead you on a tour through the jungle—and through history, and share stories about old world cultures and traditions that date back all the way to the Mayans. This full-day tour from the city of Flores, Santa Elena Peten or Mundo Maya International Airport includes an up-close look at the temples and plazas of Tikal, a traditional Guatemalan lunch and roundtrip transportation to your hotel or airport.

Discover the secrets of Tikal a private 7-hour tour from Flores. There’s no need to fuss over planning as all of the logistics, including lunch and round-trip transportation, are already arranged. Follow your guide on an immersive journey through the UNESCO listed Mayan Ruins to go beyond what you get in a typical group tour. You set the pace and are are free to ask as many questions as you like.

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The massive grounds and temple structures of Tikal are brought to life on a guided tour, which tells the stories behind this UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mayan ruin that you might otherwise miss. After pickup from your Flores hotel, visit top Tikal sites like the Great Plaza, Temple IV, and Lost World Complex before eating lunch and returning to your accommodation.

An amazing adventure awaits you, so you can discover and visit the archaeological site of El Mirador sharing with our expert guide.

Discover the ancient Maya civilization during this unforgettable 7-hour visit to Tikal, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the culture’s most important urban centers. Spend your trip visiting Tikal’s most impressive structures like Temple IV, The Central Acropolis, Complex Q and many more, learning about the building techniques and history of this vibrant people from your guide. Your Tikal visit also includes site entrance fees, lunch, a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Get an unforgettable experience that combine, education, Mayan Culture, authentic immersion, adventure, nature and birding, archeology, local homemade Guatemalan food, meet local Mayan Itza villagers, learn about traditional medicine and more. 20 hours of Spanish classes with local teacher 1 teacher - 1 student Meals and Activities after class includes

Enjoy a close encounter with Guatemala’s vibrant wildlife on this full-day bird-watching tour in the Maya Biosphere Reserve. With the help of an expert private guide, a member of Petén Birder's Club, visit bird-watching hotspots like Ixpanpajul Nature Park, Tikal or Yaxha, and have chance to spot more than 400 different bird species, including the famous Resplendent Quetzal.

This tour is ideal for families or for you that want have the guide and the vehicle just for you. Organize your tour to your measure, time and disposition! Travel to Tikal from Flores in this private tour. Best option for families & people who prefers private tours.

Watch the sunset from the top of a Mayan pyramid in the Cultural Triangle Yaxha-Nakum-Naranjo National Park on this tour from Flores. This tour takes you through the jungle to the Yaxha archaeological site—it's close to Tikal, but unlikely to have the crowds. Tour the main areas of the complex with your guide before climbing 216 steps to the top of the pyramid to watch the sunset.

Visit El Mirador Archeological Site By Helicopter, El Mirador is a Late Pre-classic Maya city located in the Mirador Basin, Petén, Guatemala, dating from 600 BC and was partially abandoned around year 150 AD. It was later reoccupied in the late classical period and finally abandoned in the ninth century. The Mirador is located in the Maya Biosphere Reserve. IMPORTANT: 3 Passengers are the minimum required.

A day trip to Tikal from Flores is not only the easiest way to streamline logistics between the ancient ruins and the modern city, but also ensures that you learn all about Tikal and see its essential sights while you're there. A guide takes you to must-see pyramids and structures while providing insight into the ancient empire that once ruled from the ruins. Extra inclusions such as lunch and national park fees give this tour even more value.

If you want to know the largest pyramid in the world, La Danta, fly over the Mayan Biosphere, see the first roads of the history of mankind and visit the largest city of the Pre-classic Mayan era. This is your tour. Few people have had the opportunity to know this place in one of the most remote places on the planet, be one of them…

Private sunrise tour of Tikal National Park with round-trip transportation from hotels near Flores and Tikal. You will watch the sun rise over the ruins from the top of Temple IV and hear the sounds of the jungle as it awakens. What sets our tours apart from others is our dedication and love for our work and our empathetic approach towards guests. We strive to ensure that our tours exceed your expectations in every way, but especially in terms of experience and value. Tikal VIP Tours is aptly named for the importance of our clients—we strive to provide a VIP experience for everyone and hope that your time in Guatemala will be an experience of a lifetime. Because of his passion for guiding, Elmer Alvarado has become one of the “Most Recommended” guides certified by the Guatemalan Tourism Institute (INGUAT) since 2011. “I am living my dream,” says guide and founder, Elmer Omar Alvarado. “If you do what you love, you will never work a day in your life and you will always be happy.”

Experience a close encounter with Guatemala’s wildlife on this 4-hour back-to-nature tour from Flores. Spend time exploring the lush surrounds of the Petén Itza lake, one of the largest in Guatemala, then take in the views from the Mirador Canek lookout. After a stop in San Miguel village, take a closer peek at the country’s wildlife at the Petencito Zoo, where the many animal residents include jaguars, crocodiles, spider monkeys and ocelots.

Discover the history of the ancient Mayan civilization during this trip to the archaeological sites of Tikal and Yaxha spanning two days. These two incredible Mayan cities are among the most important building centers from the culture’s Classic period, offering an unparalleled opportunity to experience the architecture and religious traditions of this Pre-Columbian people. Explore the diverse range of temples, royal palaces and monuments at Tikal on day one before checking out Yaxha on day two. This Tikal and Yaxha trip also includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport on each day.

Get an early start with hotel pickup from Flores to visit Tikal in time to watch the sunrise. Your guide shares commentary about the history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site as you explore the pyramids and surrounding rain forest. Get great photo ops, and learn about Guatemala’s indigenous history on a hassle-free tour to this important Mayan archaeological site. A boxed breakfast is included, and you’ll return to Flores before lunch.

Uncover the mysteries of the ancient Mayas with a full-day tour of the Tikal archeological site from Flores. Venture into the UNESCO-listed Tikal National Park for a guided tour of the park’s Mayan ruins, including the fascinating Central Acropolis, the grand Temple II and the Lost World. Finish your adventure tucking into a 3-course lunch of typical Guatemalan cuisine. This small-group tour includes pick-up and drop-off from the Mundo Maya International Airport in Flores.

Live out your very own Jungle Book fantasies on this full-day tour of the Ixpanpajul Natural Park from Flores – the perfect choice for a family adventure! Your private tour includes entrance to the park and a choice of up to two thrilling activities. Either, mount up for a horseback ride through the forest, fly through the treetops on a zip-line canopy tour or spot local wildlife as you walk the hanging bridges through the wild Peten forest.

Discover the Tikal National Park and appreciate the jungle from the top of a Mayan pyramid. Our guide will take you to the main areas of the archeological site, for example Temple IV to have the best view of one of the most amazing early morning experience you will see in your life. The visit will allow you to enjoy the awakening of the beings of the Mayan jungle, you will see and hear the jungle and all its resident fauna come to life with joyful bird songs that are a daily celebration in Tikal.

Description of the three archeological sites to visit: EL TINTAL ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES “EL TINTAL Y LA MUERTA EL MIRADOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE GREAT PYRAMID OF THE DANTA

Private day tour of Tikal National Park with round-trip transportation from the airport and hotels in Flores. You can expect to learn about Mayan and Guatemalan history and culture, archaeology, and the region's flora and fauna. What sets our tours apart from others is our dedication and love for our work and our empathetic approach towards guests. We strive to ensure that our tours exceed your expectations in every way, but especially in terms of experience and value. Tikal VIP Tours is aptly named for the importance of our clients—we strive to provide a VIP experience for everyone and hope that your time in Guatemala will be an experience of a lifetime. Because of his passion for guiding, Elmer Alvarado has become one of the “Most Recommended” guides certified by the Guatemalan Tourism Institute (INGUAT) since 2011. “I am living my dream,” says guide and founder, Elmer Omar Alvarado. “If you do what you love, you will never work a day in your life and you will always be happy.”

Step back in time to explore the mysteries of the Maya during this 8-hour visit to Yaxha, one of the largest urban centers of this ancient culture. Spend the day wandering through the fascinating ruins of this sprawling ceremonial complex on the shores of Lake Yaxha, occupying a total area of 92 square miles (237 square kilometers). During your exploration you’ll check out the Big Astronomical Complex, Avenue of the Pilgrims and Twin Pyramid Complex, plus much more. Your Yaxha visit also covers entrance fees, a guide, lunch and round-trip transport from a central meeting point.

A five day trekking expedition within the Mayan Biosphere Reserve in search of the lost Mayan city of El Mirador. This ancient settlement is considered to be the origin point of one of the most powerful and influential dynasties of the Mayan civilization; identified with the Serpent's Head glyph (Kan, in Mayan language). The Kan Kingdom, was one of the greatest Regional States, composed by a large number of cities and rural settlements. The Kingdom capital’s changed location along its history, but it is believed that Nakbe functioned as the primary seat of political power in the Middle Pre Classic (800 – 200 B.C.)  and EL Mirador is recognized as the capital during the Late Pre Classic (200 B.C. – 250 A.D.)