Tikal SUNSET, Archeological focus and Wildlife Spotting Tour (South and East)
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Extensive tour, with enough time and flexibility, excellent for photographers.
Guaranteed departure, we operate only with 1 guest with no extra charge. If we go over 9 people, 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 service attitude to give a meaning to each monument visited.
Enough food included: water refill and lunch at Jaguar Inn Restaurant (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 USD34.
Bring the best walking shoes
Bring a raincoat just in case
Bring the best clothes for hot weather
Bring a flashlight (or you can use your phone's flashlight)
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 USD7
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tikal Map
Mosquito Repellent Application
Lunch at Jaguar Inn Restaurant, 5 options
Air-conditioned vehicle
Water Refill in the Vehicle
Professional Excellent English-Spanish Speaking tour guide
Sunset and Day Entry fees to Tikal for a total of US$34 only payable for guests 10 year old and on.
What To Expect
Tikal National Park
We start when we pick you up at your hotel, when booking, please choose the time according to the location of your hotel. 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 Town, Belize: 03h: 00m g. San Ignacio Out of Town, Belize: 03h: 30m Tikal has two titles of UNESCO, it's cultural and natural heritage of humanity, that's why we'll spend more than six hours exploring different archeological monuments and to go from monument to monument, we'll use nature trails with a high chance of spotting some species of wildlife.
It’s name is Palace of Grooves, because it has a unique architecture design on it’s walls with well preserved grooves. This was the residential palace of Yikin Chaan K'awiil, the 27th successor of the dynasty of Tikal and the richest ruler Tikal had, all the rulers before him used to live at Central Acropolis, a large complex of palaces where each generation added a some buildings, but this ruler was so rich with a lot of people to build, that he decided to build the Palace of Grooves as a separate complex. Yikin Chaan K'awiil also built Temple IV and Temple VI, this palace was built around 750 a.D. with two floors and five courtyards.
Options
From Tikal hotels, Private
Private guide: From hotels in Tikal (Jungle Lodge, Jaguar Inn and Tikal Inn or Tikal Campsite)
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, Private
Private just for your party: From Hotels and Airbnbs in San Ignacio Belize (Chaa Creek, Kaana, Cahal Pech, Sweet Songs Jungle Lodge, Gumbo Limbo, 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/ 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 San Ignacio, Small Group
Maximum 9 visitors: From Hotels and Airbnbs in San Ignacio Belize (Chaa Creek, Kaana, Cahal Pech, Sweet Songs Jungle Lodge, Gumbo Limbo, 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
F/ Flores surrounding, Private
Private guide 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
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
From Tikal hotels, Small Group
Maximum 9 guests: From hotels in Tikal (Jungle Lodge, Jaguar Inn and Tikal Inn or Tikal Campsite)
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
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
Reviews
150 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sights, sounds, scents, and sensations to savor
Gabriel I,
May 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00The sunset tour of Tikal was an un unexpected pleasure. My shuttle from the airport was running late to the Jungle Lodge. Even though I was able to get my park entrance and sunset tour passes online and ahead of time at the recommendation Marlon and Gem Tours, the rest of the folks on the shuttle had to purchase in person which was a good 30 minute detour. Marlon and Jose we kind enough to wait for me to arrive and stow my luggage before starting the tour. Not saying they do this for everyone, but it was very nice of them to do so! My guide Jose was just as personable as he was professional. We were immediately able to bond over lunch at the Jaguar Inn (which is included in the price of the tour) where Jose was able to make some good recommendations on Guatemalan fare sourced locally or from the Highlands. There's nothing like a shared meal to get to know someone and we discovered we had common interests in family, gardening, and hot sauce 😀 The tour was nothing short of a menagerie of various sights, sounds, tastes, smells, and feels. I got to experience everything from the scent of eucalyptus from fresh crushed leaves of local trees to the soft touch of natural blooming tree cotton to the sticky running sap laced with strong traces of incense. Jose was able to point out various plants and wildlife throughout the tour from falcons, parrots, and various monkey species to the slightly more worrisome hornets and scorpions which were still pretty cool to see. Jose is really knowledgeable about the Tikal / Peten area as well as the rest of Guatemala as a result of extensive education and training in tourism science. While from Guatemala, Jose' travels and living abroad lended itself well to his English fluency which I very much appreciated. The pyramid and temple structures were spectacular in their own right which I will leave for you to discover on your own. Honestly temperatures are on the hot side reaching or exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit on May 2, but the temps are quite well balanced with a lot of natural shade and cool breezes (particularly at twighlight) from the jungle that has overgrown much of this lost city. There are some restrooms available, but make sure to bring a bottle of water as beverages are only available for purchase towards the entrance or at the Lost world. I did not need to apply any insect repellent at all though I brought some with me. There's a progressive elevation to be walked as you make your way towards Temple 4 and even steeper stairs or steps for climbing the temples themselves (if you so choose). Finally, the lookout over the the Lost world provided a fantastic view of the sunset. Jose made sure I was able to get there early enough to get a good seat on the platform before many of the other tourists wanting to get the same view. The photos don't do it justice, but I've added a few to get an idea of what you might experience.
Our guide Marlon was...
Denise C,
Apr 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide Marlon was FANTASTIC! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of Tikal and showed us all the significant temples and explained the archeological process. He also was a wealth of knowledge on the local flora and fauna and helped us spot crocodiles, coatis, spider and howler monkeys, parrots, toucans, and many more bird species. What a great experience and we would highly recommend it! Sunset was breathtaking!
Great experience
Philip S,
Mar 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great experience! The guide was knowledgeable, and the tour was involved without being overwhelming. I climbed several pyramids, while my wife and daughter waited below in most cases (the tour accommodated both options well). We loved being able to watch the sunset from the top of a pyramid and just listen to the jungle all around. We saw lots of different birds—toucans, bat falcons, golden orioles, and more. Two minor criticisms: First, nearly two hours for lunch right when we arrived and were excited to be there was way too long (though the lunch was very good). Second, it would have been nice to provide at least a couple of flashlights for the walk back after the sunset, as it got dark quickly. People used their phone lights, but the ground is uneven with lots of roots and steps, so it was slow going.
One of the highlights of our trip
Rodrigo L,
Mar 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00One of the highlights of our trip to Guatemala. Perfect group size, amazing lunch and then Tikal ruins... Our guide was amazing, always happy to teach but just as curious as us about all the wildlife and ancient cultures.
Must book this tour!!!!
Claudia A,
Feb 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Carlos was a wonderful guide. We had an amazing time! Carols was so knowledgeable and made the experience extra special. Learning about the pyramids, the surrounding wildlife was fascinating. The lunch included on the tour was also excellent. Watching the sunset was the highlight of the tour.
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