Guatemala · Archaeology

Admire The Sunrise In Tikal - Private Tour From Flores

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Flores. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Watch the sunrise from the top of Temple IV
  • 02 Walk through the jungle in the quiet early morning hours
  • 03 Look out for wildlife such as birds and monkeys around Tikal
  • 04 Explore key archaeological areas including El Mundo Perdido and the Central Plaza
  • 05 See the Great Jaguar pyramid, Temple of the Masks, and Q Complex
  • 06 Enjoy private transportation from Flores with entrance included
  • 07 Discover Tikal with a certified guide in English or Spanish

Experience Tikal at one of its most magical moments on this private early-morning tour from Flores. Travel to the national park before dawn, then walk through the jungle as the day begins, surrounded by birdsong and the sounds of wildlife waking up around you.

Climb Temple IV to watch the sunrise over the ancient Mayan city, then continue exploring some of Tikal’s most iconic archaeological areas, including El Mundo Perdido, the Central Plaza, the Great Jaguar pyramid, the Temple of the Masks, and the Q Complex. With private transportation, entrance included, and a certified guide leading the way, this is a memorable way to discover the history, nature, and atmosphere of one of Guatemala’s most remarkable sites.

We will get to Tikal at around 4 am and start walking towards Temple IV to admire the magnificence of the sunrise over that beautiful construction.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Flores, Tikal National Park
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Flores

This tour will start very early in the morning. Our professional and specialized tour guide will pick you up at the lobby of your hotel on the Island of Flores or Santa Elena, and the adventure will start. Getting to the National Park of Tikal will us around 1 hour, upon our arrival, we will do all the process of getting the tickets, so you don´t even have to get off the car or wait in line. We will make this experience as pleasant as possible.

Tikal

We will get to Tikal at around 4 am and start walking towards Temple IV to admire the magnificence of the sunrise over that beautiful construction. During our walk, you will be able to observe different animals waking up, the singing of birds, and admire the grace and magic that surrounds this mystical place, once considered the most important city of the Mayan Kingdom.

Temple IV

We will ascend Temple IV, spend some time at its top, appreciate the vast nature, the jungle, and the sunrise. We will also enjoy a delicious breakfast that will give us the necessary energy for the archaeological tour that awaits us.

Tikal

After seeing the splendid sunrise, we will continue with our archaeological tour. We will visit El Mundo Perdido, the Central Plaza, and the impressive pyramid of the Great Jaguar, a symbol of many postcards, as well as the Temple of the Masks and finally the Q Complex. This tour will be full of history, nature, and great moments.

Flores

The Island of Flores is the last stop on our itinerary. We will start the journey back home after the archaeological tour in Tikal. The arrival time is approximately one hour. You can relax and enjoy the road. Thanks for traveling with us!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Flores. 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Certified Tour Guide
  • Entrance Fee To Tikal
  • Bottled water

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Breakfast

Know before you go

  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Bring passport
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun protection
  • Insect repellent
  • Camera or phone with camera
  • We pick up all travelers at the lobby of their hotel in the Island of Flores or Santa Elena in the Peten Department

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Flores.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Flores.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Flores..

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