Tikal tour from Flores: Temples, wildlife and jungle

Walk among Mayan temples while monkeys call from the canopy above

A full-day guided tour from Flores to Tikal archaeological site in Guatemala's Petén jungle, with airport pickup, certified guide in English or Spanish, lunch and return time in Isla de Flores. The tour includes eight hours of travel and exploration, starting with pickup at Mundo Maya International Airport or the "Yo Amo Petén" meeting point in Flores, passing through El Remate for views of Lake Petén Itzá, then walking restored squares and climbing temples including the famous Temple IV before returning to Flores by evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Tikal and Flores

• Meet staff at Mundo Maya Airport
• Rest and enjoy breakfast
• Meet at Yo Amo Petén area
• Travel towards Tikal via El Remate
• Stop for restroom and preorder lunch
• Check tickets and receive bracelet
• Tour Tikal temples and wildlife
• Climb Temple IV and visit Lost World
• Enjoy local lunch
• Return to Flores
• Free time to explore Isla Bonita de Flores
• Transfer to Mundo Maya Airport
• End of services at airport

The experience

How do you get to Tikal without renting a car in a place you've just landed? The tour picks you up at Mundo Maya International Airport or meets you in Flores at the "Yo Amo Petén" area, then drives you through El Remate (a stop where you'll see Lake Petén Itzá spread out across the horizon) before arriving at the park. Once there, a certified guide leads you through the restored squares and ancient structures, and you'll have time to climb Temple IV, the towering temple known worldwide from Star Wars and one of the highest structures in the Mayan world.

The walk takes you past tropical birds, monkeys moving through the trees, and coatis on the trails. The jungle is alive around you as your guide explains the history and layout of the city. You'll visit the Lost World complex, an astronomical center of the ancient city, before heading back. Lunch is a local meal served after the tour ends, giving you time to rest and talk through what you've seen before the drive back to Flores.

If you're staying in Flores, the tour ends there and your day is yours. If you have an afternoon flight, you'll have free time to walk the colorful streets of Isla de Flores on your own before a 6:00 pm transfer back to the airport. The guide speaks English or Spanish, and the vehicle is air-conditioned.

What’s included

• Airport pickup at Mundo Maya International Airport.
• comfortable shared transportation with air conditioning.
• certified guide in English or Spanish.
• entry to Tikal archaeological site.
• time to climb Temple IV and visit the Lost World complex.
• lunch.
• free time to explore Isla de Flores if your flight allows.
• transfer back to the airport at 6:00 pm for same-day departures.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (10 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 29 pickup points.

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

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

Operated by Turismo Petén Tour Operador Guatemala

Is this one for you?The tour starts with airport pickup or a meeting point in Flores, which means you don't need to arrange transport or navigate to the ruins on your own. Everything is coordinated from the moment you land or meet the group.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 17 years); Child (3 to 9 years); Infant (under 3).

What's the difference between Temple IV and the other temples at Tikal?

Temple IV is one of the highest temples in the Mayan world and is famous for appearing in Star Wars. It's a major stop on the tour and one you'll have time to climb.

Do I need to arrange my own way from the airport to Tikal?

No, airport pickup at Mundo Maya International Airport is included, or you can meet the group at the "Yo Amo Petén" area in Flores if you're already staying there.

Is lunch included, and what kind of food is it?

Yes, lunch is included and it's a local meal served after the tour of the ruins, giving you a chance to rest before the return drive to Flores.

What wildlife might I see on the trails?

Tropical birds, monkeys jumping in the canopy, coatis walking near the trails, and the sounds of the jungle are part of the experience as you walk among the temples.

What happens if I have a same-day return flight?

You'll have free time to explore Isla de Flores on your own after the tour, then transfer to the airport at 6:00 pm for your flight.