Private Transfer to Tikal from Flores: Round Trip Same Day

You set the pace at Tikal. The driver waits as long as you need.

A private round-trip transfer from Flores to Tikal National Park, departing from your hotel and returning on your schedule. The route passes Mayan settlements and stops at El Remate village to view Lake Petén Itzá, where crocodiles and birds gather on the shoreline. You spend 6 to 8 hours exploring Tikal itself while the driver waits, then return to your hotel or the airport.

The experience

Hotel pickup in Flores starts the day, and the route to Tikal covers roughly an hour and a half of driving through the Petén region. Along the way, the driver stops at Mayan settlements you want to see and at El Remate village, where Lake Petén Itzá opens up: a chance to spot crocodiles and birds on the water's edge before continuing into the park. The vehicle is air-conditioned with reclining seats, and bottled water and soda come with the ride.

Once you reach Tikal National Park, the driver stays with the vehicle for as long as you need to explore the ruins, typically 6 to 8 hours. There's no fixed schedule pushing you through. You move at your own pace through the temples and forest trails. When you're done, the return journey retraces the route back to your hotel in Flores, or the driver can drop you at the airport instead.

The service includes passenger insurance and tourism permits. The driver knows the region and can recommend places to eat along the way, though meals are on your own. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or car seat if you bring one or arrange it in advance.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle with reclining seats.
• hotel pickup and return to Flores or airport transfer.
• bottled water and soda.
• passenger insurance.
• tourism permits.
• stops at Mayan settlements and Lake Petén Itzá en route.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 12 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Horizontes Mayas Tour Operador

Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving in Flores and want a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver who can stop at viewpoints you choose along the way.

Top questions

What is Lake Petén Itzá like, and what can you see there?

Lake Petén Itzá is a large freshwater lake in the Petén region where the route stops at El Remate village. Crocodiles and birds gather on the shoreline, and the stop gives you a chance to step out and view the water before heading into Tikal.

How much time do you actually have to walk around Tikal?

You spend 6 to 8 hours at Tikal National Park itself, and the driver waits for you the entire time. There's no set itinerary or group schedule. You explore the ruins at your own pace and return to the vehicle whenever you're ready.

Do you need to buy a ticket to Tikal, or is it included?

Tikal National Park entry is not included in the transfer price and must be purchased separately at the park entrance. The driver will take you there, but you pay for your own admission.

Can the driver stop at other places on the way to or from Tikal?

Yes. The driver stops at Mayan settlements and places of interest you want to see along the route, and can recommend restaurants for lunch. The route is flexible based on your interests.

What happens if you finish exploring Tikal earlier than expected?

The driver is there whenever you're ready to leave. Since it's a private service with no fixed schedule, you can return to Flores or the airport as soon as you've finished, rather than waiting for a group departure time.