Highlights
- Maya Temples
- History
- Amazing Views
- Jungle
About Location
Tikal is an ancient Mayan citadel in the rainforests of northern Guatemala. Possibly dating to the 1st century A.D., Tikal flourished between 200 and 850 A.D. and was later abandoned. Its iconic ruins of temples and palaces include the giant, ceremonial Lost World (Mundo Perdido) Pyramid and the Temple of the Grand Jaguar. At 70 meters, Temple IV is the tallest pre-Columbian structure in the Americas.
Recommended Hotels
Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel Jungle Lodge Tikal is located in the tropical destination of Tikal. It features a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk that can arrange ... morehiking and other activities.
Each bright bungalow at this property features a wardrobe and a private bathroom with a shower and toilet. They also include thatched roofs and a fan. Free WiFi access is available.
At Hotel Jungle Lodge Tikal you will find a garden and a bar. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking and sightseeing.
The main plaza, which features stores, is just 0.6 mi away. Mundo Maya International Airport in Santa Elena can be reached in 1 hour by car.
Located in El Remate, La Lancha has accommodations with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with an outdoor swimming pool.... more
There's a private bathroom with bath and a hairdryer in each unit, along with free toiletries.
Guests at the lodge can enjoy a continental or a à la carte breakfast. The restaurant at La Lancha specializes in Local cuisine.
At the accommodation guests are welcome to use a hot tub.
A sun terrace can be found at La Lancha, along with a shared lounge.
Flores is 20 miles from the lodge, while Tikal is 21 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Mundo Maya International, 18 miles from La Lancha, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Most Popular Tours
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
WHAT TO EXPECT
Visit the most important Mayan sites in Guatemala: Tikal and Yaxhá. Come and learn about Culture, Anthropology, and Archaeology and live one of the best adventures of ... moreyour life.
Discover the rainforest and forget about everything else while you will walk in these incredible Maya Cities.
Take this tour and jump into the Maya Civilization to understand more about our history
TOUR PLAN
DAY 1
We will meet you at 11 am at your place in San Ignacio and drive to the Guatemala and Belize Border. After the customs procedures, we will start the adventure heading to the city of Yaxhá. We will have lunch first and then full of energy we will start the tour. Yaxhá is a contemporary city to Tikal, smaller but no less important, in your tour you can visit the Central Plaza, the Ball Field, the Temple 216, and the Twin Pyramids Complex, and you can immerse yourself in the virgin forest that surrounds.
After the Tour, we will go to our hotel in Tikal National Park.
DAY 2
We will start really early at 4 am our tour guide will be at your hotel to start the Sunrise tour from the highest temple in Tikal: TEMPLE IV. During our walk to the temple, we will have time to see the sky and understand how important was astrology for Mayas. We can’t promise to see the sun but we are sure this was the early morning of the Mayas so don’t be angry if is a bit foggy that is part of the adventure.
After Sunrise we will have breakfast and continue with the archaeological tour that we will finish around 11 am.
You will have to relax and at 15.00 we will move to Flores Island
Overnight in Flores
DAY 3
We will give a free day in Flores to discover the island. Around noon we will be back in San Ignacio.
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Day trip to Tikal from Belize Visit Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour the ruins of Tikal with a professional and informative guide Learn about the Mayans who built ... moreone of the largest archaeological sites of the pre-Columbian world Round-trip hotel transport by comfortable coach included
What You Can Expect to Explore Tikal on a day trip from Belize!
Visit one of the largest and most important Mayan sites in all of Central America. Your professional guide will pick you up at your San Ignacio hotel for the roughly 1.5-hour drive to Tikal National Park.
You will be assisted in all border crossing procedures to enter Guatemala safely and hassle-free. Be sure to bring your passport! After one hour we will stop at a souvenir shop where a part of our Tikal Go souvenirs you can see the best scale model of Tikal and a replica of the tomb found in temple 1 of the most important ruler of the city Jasaw Chan Kahuil.
Once inside the park, let your imagination run free as you explore highlights among more than 3,000 structures that archaeologists have excavated so far. Learn about the daily life and religious practices of the ancient Maya while wandering through the maze of the Central Acropolis, and envision the excitement of an elite sporting match on the ball courts. Tikal boasts an array of magnificent ceremonial temples. Climb the wooden steps of Temple 2 and admire the astonishing view of the main square facing Temple 1 Grand Jaguar Temple the simple of Guatemala, was built to honor Jasaw Chan Kahuil more easily known as Lord Chocolate for the number of beans of cacao they found in the tomb. A set of twin pyramids with altars will greet you at complexes Q and R. Marvel at the Temple of the Masks, which was once adorned with intricate ceremonial mask carvings. Perhaps most impressive is the oft-photographed Temple IV, also known as the Double Head Serpent. The tallest structure in Tikal at 212 feet (64 meters), this pyramid rises majestically above the jungle canopy.
There is a lot to see in Tikal a place where flora and fauna live together in harmony where you can learn a lot of history and see the deep of the Guatemalan rain forest. Ran out of monkeys and raccoons, turkeys, and more than 200 species of birds living in freedom. Forget for 4 hours about the civilization and understand why the Mayans live there…
Don´t miss Tikal while in Belize you will regret it
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
When in the area, visiting Tikal is a “must-do” because of its importance, beauty, and transcendence. Once a powerful seat of the Mayan empire, Tikal is now the most famous cultural ... moreand natural preserve and archeological site in Guatemala and one of the most-visited sets of Mayan ruins in all of Latin America. It is the largest excavated site on the American continent containing some of the most fascinating archeological remains of the ancient Maya civilization. Here, you will be amazed to see how the Maya civilization built inspiring temples and cities that formed a complex of religious, social, and political power; revealing a culture of an ancient civilization that is still practiced amongst the Mayas in Guatemala today, with the exception of bloodletting rituals or human sacrifices. Tikal is estimated to have over 3,000 structures including palaces, temples, ceremonial platforms, ball courts, terraces, plazas, causeways, and reservoirs. The great plaza comprises several temples; Temple I is 150 ft. high, temple II is 120 ft. high, and the double-headed serpent (temple IV) is the tallest structure in Tikal at 212 ft. high. Due to the importance and magnificent combination of natural and archaeological remains, it was declared a heritage of humanity by UNESCO. Experience the wildlife and jungle surrounding the temples, and witness the howler monkeys and their powerful howl while they keep watch over their home. This personal encounter with the lost world shall be a truly unforgettable experience.
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Tikal National Park is located in Guatemala, 75 miles west of San Ignacio, or a 2 hrs 30 mins drive. Tikal is the most magnificent of all Mayan archaeological sites. Tikal has its ... morebeginnings around 600 BC and in the late classic period when the architecture excelled in all world capitals, the population was 100,000. The site is dominated by 5 enormous steep limestone temples that rise over 200 ft from the forest floor; only 2 are allowed for climbing. 3000 structures have been identified and 20% have been excavated. The park has an area of 222 sq miles and has had no human settlement for the past 1000 yrs. It is home to 300 species of birds, 5 species of felines, 3 species of primates, deer, anteaters, and snakes making it a true tropical rainforest experience.
Tours & Shuttles
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Lo recogemos en su hotel en San Ignacio, lo llevamos a la Frontera de Belice con Guatemala donde nuestro equipo de Tikal Expedition brinda asistencia en los trámites aduaneros. Luego ... moreabordamos el vehículo y nos dirigimos hacia Tikal donde tendremos una de las mejores aventuras.
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Take a once in a lifetime day trip to Tikal from Belize!
Visit the Tikal National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tikal is one of the largest archaeological sites of the pre-Colombian ... moreMaya civilization, accessible just a short drive from the western border with Guatemala. Tour the ruins of Tikal with a professional and informative guide.
This tour leaves daily from downtown San Ignacio. Daily departure at 7 am, with a return by 5 pm. You can meet us at the Cayo Welcome Center or we will pick you up at your local San Ignacio area hotel. Out-of-town hotel pickup is available for a small fee. Limited seating is available on each trip.
Optional: Drive your own vehicle to the western border and park there. 20-minute drive from San Ignacio. Safe, secure parking is available.
*No additional fees for pickup and drop off at in-town hotels, including San Ignacio Resort Hotel, Cahal Pech Resort, Midas Resort, Kaana Resort, and others in town.
What to Expect:
- The drive is about 2 hours from San Ignacio to the Tikal National Park in Guatemala.
- Gold Standard transportation to the western border via Belize Ground Shuttle
- Immigration processing at the Belize border. (Don't forget your passport)
- Your Guatemalan concierge will meet you as you exit Belize immigration processing.
- You will be assisted in all border crossing procedures to enter Guatemala safely and hassle-free.
- Roundtrip transportation, Guided Tour, and Lunch provided by TikalGo, the premier Tikal tour provider.
- Upon return, your Gold Standard Belize Ground Shuttle driver will pick you up at the border by 4:30 pm.
Tour Description:
Visit one of the largest and most important Mayan sites in all of Central America.
Once inside the park, let your imagination run free as you explore highlights among more than 3,000 structures that archaeologists have excavated so far. Learn about the daily life and religious practices of the ancient Maya while wandering through the maze of the Central Acropolis, and envision the excitement of an elite sporting match in the ball courts. Tikal boasts an array of magnificent ceremonial temples. Climb the steep staircase of the 144-foot (44-meter) Temple of the Grand Jaguar, built to honor a Mayan king. A set of twin pyramids with altars will greet you at complexes Q and R. Marvel at the Temple of the Masks, which was once adorned with intricate ceremonial mask carvings. Perhaps most impressive is the oft-photographed Temple IV, also known as the Double Head Serpent. The tallest structure in Tikal at 212 feet (64 meters), this pyramid rises majestically above the jungle canopy.
After a refreshing lunch break inside the park, satisfy your inner archaeologist during your free time to explore the ruins independently. Most other tour companies take you outside the park for lunch. We stay inside the park to allow more time to explore.
Make this special and magical day trip to the center of Tikal!
Departs From: San Ignacio Town
Tikal is among the world’s travel wonders, with many considering it one of the most spiritual spots on Earth. With wildlife surrounding the temples, it is a naturalist’s dream come ... moretrue.
Maya civilization built inspiring temples and cities that formed a complex of religious, social and political; many of the remnants in Tikal reveal the culture of this ancient civilization. Tikal has over 3,000 including palaces, temples, ceremonial platforms, ball courts, terraces, plazas, causeways, and reservoirs. The great plaza has Temple 1 150 ft high, temples 2 120ft high, the double head serpent (temple 4) the tallest structure in Tikal 212 ft high, and the Lost World. Tikal is truly outstanding evidence of a long-lasting dynamic culture. Due to the importance and magnificent combination of natural and archaeological remains, it has been declared a heritage of humanity by UNESCO.
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