• Flores - “I LOVE PETÉN” meeting at 7:30 am on Flores Island. From there, the journey heads into the jungle to discover Tikal, one of the great cities of the ancient Mayan civilization.

The person who picks you up will have your name for identification. If someone else mentions a “Tikal tour” without your name, it should be ignored.

• Tikal Visitor Center - Upon arriving at the Tikal Visitor Center, visitors will see the scale model that reveals the magnitude of this ancient Mayan city. After entering the park, a hike through the jungle trails begins, surrounded by nature and wildlife.

During the tour, the local guide will share the history, culture, flora, and fauna of Tikal while exploring its main structures. Finally, the tour arrives at the impressive Central Plaza, one of the most emblematic places in this ancient Mayan city.

• Great Plaza - The tour arrives at the Grand Plaza, the heart of Tikal, where the majesty of the ancient Mayan city is revealed among the jungle. Temple I, known as the Great Jaguar, and Temple II, or the Temple of the Masks, rise up surrounded by ancient acropolises and stelae.

Here, visitors have time to appreciate the architecture, learn about the history of the Mayan rulers, and enjoy one of the most impressive settings in Tikal. A must-see stop to feel the greatness of this ancient city.

• Tikal Temple III - The imposing Temple III, known as the Temple of the Great Priest, appears as one of the great structures of Tikal. Built around the year 810 AD, it holds one of the most fascinating details of the site: an ancient carved wooden lintel depicting a ruler dressed in jaguar skin.

Surrounded by the jungle and with its majestic roof comb rising among the trees, this temple allows visitors to imagine the power and grandeur that Tikal achieved during the Classic Maya period.

• Temple IV - The tour arrives at the imposing Temple IV, the tallest structure in Tikal, at approximately 70 meters in height. From its summit, visitors enjoy a breathtaking view of the jungle, where the crests of other temples rise above an immense green sea.

This place also has a special connection with cinema: Tikal was used as a set to represent the rebel base on Yavin 4 in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. From here, the same landscape that appeared in one of the most memorable scenes of the movie can be seen.

• Lost World - The Lost World is one of the most fascinating corners of Tikal, where the jungle and Mayan architecture meet in perfect harmony. Here, visitors discover the impressive Great Pyramid, one of the oldest structures in the city, while the guide transports them to the time when Tikal was a powerful ceremonial center.

Walking among its ancient constructions, surrounded by the sounds of the jungle, makes this visit an authentic and memorable experience.

• Tikal - After discovering the main temples, squares, and corners of Tikal, visitors leave the jungle to go to a local restaurant where they enjoy a delicious lunch. It is the perfect time to relax, share the experiences of the tour, and enjoy the flavors of Guatemala before beginning the return to Flores.
• Flores - After completing the visit to Tikal and enjoying lunch, the return to Flores begins. If a flight is scheduled, the tour can also finish at Mundo Maya Airport, allowing the journey to continue comfortably and without worries.

• Pickup at YO AMO PETEN 7:30 am Isla de Flores
• Lunch
• Pickup at Mundo Maya Airport Avianca or Tag Airlines
• Transfer from Flores Island to Mundo Maya Airport 06:00 pm
• Free Afternoon on Flores Island
• Entrance to Tikal Park
• Vehicle with Air Conditioning
• Group transport
• Certificate Guide

• Tips

Tikal offers far more than ancient temples—this tour blends archaeology, jungle, and wildlife into a single experience.

As visitors explore the most important plazas, temples, and complexes of Tikal, they walk along ancient pathways surrounded by tropical rainforest. Throughout the tour, the sounds of nature fill the air, and when conditions allow, guests may spot howler monkeys, spider monkeys, toucans, ocellated turkeys, coatis, and other species in their natural habitat.

This experience reveals the greatness of the Mayan civilization while showcasing the natural environment that protected this extraordinary city for centuries.

It is a different way to discover Tikal: not only admiring its monuments, but also trekking through the jungle, observing its wildlife, and sensing how nature and history coexist in the same place.

For travelers with a flight the same day, there is time to enjoy Flores Island before the transfer to the airport at 6:00 pm.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.