Tikal Full Day with Dedicated Exploration of the Archaeological Monuments.
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Extensive tour, with enough time and flexibility, excellent for photographers
Guaranteed departure, we operate only with 1 guest. If we go over 9 guests, we make 2 groups
Premium tour visiting the best spots to photograph the monuments
Hassle free entry fees, those are not included because price varies according to nationality and age, but available in advance, we pay those for you, then you reimburse our guide during the service.
Excellent English-Spanish bilingual guide with deep knowledge of local history, flora and fauna and with a service attitude to give a meaning to each monument visited.
Enough food included: water refill and lunch at Jaguar Inn Restaurant (chicken, gluten-free and vegan options)
We will walk approximately 6 to 8 kilometers during this tour, but not consecutively. The longest walk between two stops is approximately 20 minutes.
Bring your camera! We love taking photos, we will show you the best spots.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
Seat belts available
In case you don't know yet the location of your hotel, just book the cheapest tour option, later you let us know your hotel location and if there is price difference, you can pay it to our guide.
If you are the only adult in your group and you pick a small group option and at least one more adult reserves for that same schedule, we’ll include the cost of the entry fees for you, which reduces the price for USD21.
Bring the best walking shoes
Bring a raincoat just in case
Bring the best clothes for hot weather
Bring a canteen to refill water (in Tikal the entry of disposables is not allowed)
If you have a Guatemalan local ID (DPI) send us a picture of it, in this event your entry fees will be only USD 4
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tikal Map
Mosquito Repellent Application
Professional bilingual tour guide in Tikal
At Jaguar Inn Restaurant, chicken, gluten-free and vegan options available
Air-conditioned vehicle
Foreigners, Only payable for guests that are 10 years old and older
Guatemalans with local ID, Only payable for guests that are 10 years old and older
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Tikal National Park
Our driver pick you up at your hotel or at the airport, when booking, please choose the time according to the location where you want us to pick you up. In case you don't know the location of your hotel yet, just book the cheapest tour option, later you let us know your hotel location and if there is a price difference, you can pay it to our guide. The walking tour begins at Gate 2 of Tikal National Park DURATION OF EACH WAY OF TRANSFER BY LOCATION WHERE WE PICK YOU UP a. Tikal: 00h: 05m b. El Remate: 01h: 00m c. San Jose, Peten: 01h:20m d. San Benito, Santa Elena Flores or Flores Island: 01h: 30m e. San Andres and Melchor de Mencos: 02h: 00m f. San Ignacio, Belize: 03h: 30m g. Guatemala City La Aurora Airport: 04h: 30m h. Guatemala City hotels: 05h: 00m i. Antigua Guatemala hotels: 05h: 30m Tikal is cultural and natural heritage of humanity, we'll spend more than four hours exploring different archeological monuments, we'll use nature trails to spot some wildlife.
Central Acropolis
We'll explore this complex with you, it was built as the residential area of the royal family of Tikal, it has 6 courtyards, 3 of them have been restored, this complex was also probably the place to host to all the royal visitors that came to Tikal from other mesoamerican cities for diplomatic reasons. It has a palace with 5 floors and some of the lintels on the doors of this palace are still the original wooden lintels placed by the people who built it about 14 centuries ago and the wood is still in good shape.
Options
From San Andres Peten, Private
The guide will be just for you: From Hotels and Airbnbs in San Andres Peten (Bolontiku, Nitun, G Boutique Hotel, etc.)
Pickup included
F/ Belize Border, Small Group
Maximum 9 guest/participants: From Melchor de Mencos/Benque Viejo (border between Belize and Guatemala) after you stamp on the Belize side, we'll meet you.
Pickup included
From El Remate, Private
Exclusive guide for your party: From hotels and Airbnbs in El Remate (Casa de Don David, Gringo Perdido, Mon Ami, Posada del Cerro, Alice Guest House, etc.)
Pickup included
F/ Flores surrounding, S Group
No more than 9 guests: F/ San Benito, Santa Elena & Flores Hotels & Airport. Guests staying in San Miguel must come to Raices Rest. in Flores Island
Pickup included
From Tikal hotels, Private
Private guide for you: From hotels in Tikal (Jungle Lodge, Jaguar Inn, Tikal Inn and Tikal Campsite)
Pickup included
F/ Flores surrounding, Private
Private guide just for you: F/ San Benito, Santa Elena & Flores Hotels & Airport. Guests staying in San Miguel must come to Raices Rest. in Flores Island
Pickup included
From El Remate, Small Group
Less than 9 guests per guide: From hotels and Airbnbs in El Remate (Casa de Don David, Gringo Perdido, Mon Ami, Posada del Cerro, Alice Guest House, etc.)
Pickup included
F/ the Belize Border, Private
Exclusive guide just for you: From Melchor de Mencos/Benque Viejo (Border between Belize and Guatemala) After you stamp at the Belize side, we'll meet you.
Pickup included
F/San Jose Peten, Small Group
Maximum 9 passengers per guide: From Hotels and Airbnbs in San Jose Peten (La Lancha Village, Camino Real Tikal, etc.)
Pickup included
From San Ignacio, Small Group
Small group of maximum 9 guest: From Hotels and Airbnbs in San Ignacio Belize (Midas, Chaa Creek, Kaana, Cahal Pech, Sweet Songs, Gumbo Limbo, Rumors, etc.)
Pickup included
F/San Andres Peten Small Group
Maximum 9 participants: From Hotels and Airbnbs in San Andres Peten (Bolontiku, Nitun, G Boutique Hotel, etc.)
Pickup included
From San Jose Peten, Private
Private guide for your party: From Hotels and Airbnbs in San Jose Peten (La Lancha Village, Camino Real Tikal, etc.)
Pickup included
From San Ignacio, Private
From San Ignacio just for you: From Hotels and Airbnbs in San Ignacio Belize (Midas, Chaa Creek, Kaana, Cahal Pech, Sweet Songs, Gumbo Limbo, Rumors, etc.)
Pickup included
From Tikal hotels, Small Group
Maximum 9 guests: From hotels in Tikal (Jungle Lodge, Jaguar Inn, Tikal Inn and Tikal Campsite)
Pickup included
Reviews
65 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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RosieRobin,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marlon was an amazing tour guide. He took his time to explain things and answered our questions. He was also helpful in pacing the tour to match our needs. He made a point of leaving the place cleaner than we found it by picking up litter along the way. He cares about Tikal and the people he guides through it. Unforgettable great.
Great experience, excellent people
349joannag,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed this excellent tour of Tikal. The company is very well organized and very responsive. Every part from booking to ending the trip was well done and enjoyable. We were treated very well. Highly recommend this tour company.
Tikal is a must see
petebr777,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Marlon Diaz was our guide. He's better than usual. This tour is his business and he takes personal pride in his job and his country. He really knows Tikal and the Mayans. His English is good. He even picked up the trash of other people. He is very responsible about the park. He made an excellent impression on us. Tikal is a must see.
Exceptional guide and experience
Diana G,
Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marlon was very knowledgeable about Tikal and all of the surrounding flora and fauna. He arrived on time to pick us up The ride from Flores was very comfortable, and we were able to see the entire site, including climbing many temples. The price is reasonable if you consider the knowledge and experience gained. We had a great lunch, which was also included in the cost. We paid for our entrance tickets to Tikal online as suggested by Marlon and sent this to him in advance, which facilitated a quick entrance. He truly loves what he does and is passionate about the Mayan culture and the environment.
Excellent, highly recommended!
Colin J,
Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Exceptional tour. Our tour guide Marlon was outstanding. His knowledge not only of Tikal and its history but also of the flora and fauna was amazing. There was no question he couldn’t answer. Tikal itself is absolutely amazing and should be a bucket list item for everyone. I highly recommend this tour!
You can use this title: “Unforgettable experience in Tikal with an exceptional team
jcrodsa,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Today we toured Tikal and the experience was excellent from start to finish. Our driver, Lucio, was punctual, courteous and very friendly, which made the journey comfortable and pleasant. Our guide, José Moreno, provided an exceptional Service: always helpful, with great knowledge, very well prepared and with impeccable English. In addition, his energy and enthusiasm made the tour even more interesting and dynamic. Communication and coordination were impeccable. This experience is certainly worth living. Highly recommended!
Perfect
Sean O,
Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I would give 10 stars if I could. Everything was organized perfectly- many thanks to the Gem Trips team.
Extraordinary and enriching tour!
mariaoZ5374NY,
May 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marlon's tour was extraordinary. His profound knowledge of history, archaeology, ecology and native flora and fauna is superb, which made the tour extremely interesting, enriching and fun. After being a guide for two decades, he truly knows this place and cares for it deeply. His birdwatching skills are amazing! Among other animals, we saw 32 different species of birds, including two different types of toucans, as we traversed the temples and the forest. He's truly one of a kind! Anyone who wants to have a profound and unforgettable experience in Tikal should visit the park with this excellent guide. ¡Gracias Marlon!
An excellent introduction to Tikal!
I2692XPchristopherp,
May 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very enjoyable experience with my Gem Trips tour! It was just me and my tour guide, Jose Moreno, who had an expansive understanding of Tikal's archeological history, along with it's diverse flora and fauna. Together we covered a lot of ground and I was able to take the tour at my own pace. Would highly recommend!
Excellent tour, honest and good people
Adrian M,
Mar 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Henri and Ariel were excellent. Henri is very knowledgeable about local flaura, fauna, and Mayan history and culture. The included lunch at the jaguar restaurant was delicious! Finally, we forgot a phone in the car at the end of the day and Ariel drove it back to us. Gracias!
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