Tikal
Best time to be there
Known as the country of eternal spring, Guatemala is good to visit all year round but the dry season is November to May. The climate also varies according to altitude. The low-lying jungle areas such as El Peten are generally hot and sticky, in contrast to the highlands which are pleasantly warm during the day but can be very cool at night.
Fly to
Guatemala City - daily via Miami
flying time
12 hours
time difference
GMT -6 hours
Visas
Not required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow fever if arriving from an infected area
Itineraries
Mayas & Markets
Highlights - Wonderful archaeological sites; Colourful markets and villages; Beautiful volcanoes and lakes... Read more ...
Rainforest, Ruins & Reefs
Highlights - Maya ruins of Tikal and Caracol; Wonderful rain and pine forest; World's second largest barrier reef... Read more ...
The Mysteries of the Mayas – Guatemala and Honduras
Highlights - Learn about the mysteries surrounding the end of the Mayan Calendar; Explore the ancient Maya sites of Copan, Quiriga, Uaxactun and Tikal... Read more ...
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The Department of Petén covers almost one-third of Guatemala and is the least populated. Situated in the north, with an average altitude of just 130m, this area known as the lowlands is home to rainforests and ancient Mayan cities. The most well-known and impressive site is Tikal, at its height during the Classic period, with soaring temples concealed within the 576 km2 Tikal National Park, where birds and wildlife abound. But there are many other, lesser-known sites to explore, away from the crowds. Within Lake Petén Itzá's 99 km2 lies the island city of Flores. Incredibly, the Itzá Maya who occupied this area held out against the Spanish conquistadors until 1697. A short causeway links Flores with the mainland and the Mundo Maya International Airport.
Suggested Tikal Accommodation
La Lancha
On arrival, guests are welcomed with a refreshing drink and often also by the calls of the resident troupe of howler monkeys high in the surrounding forest canopy. La Lancha...
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