About this experience

Tikal National Park covers 575 square kilometers of jungle and thousands of structures in ruins.

Only the central part of the old city contains 3,000 buildings and covers about 16 square kilometers.

Tikal is also part of the Mayan Biosphere Reserve of one million hectares created in 1990 to protect the dense forests of Petén, which began to disappear at an alarming rate due to population pressures, illegal logging and agricultural practices of felling and burning.

Archaeologists estimate that the Maya settled in the area now known as Tikal in approximately 900 BC.

At a glance

Duration: 10 hr–11 hr
Private experience

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Private Full Day Tour in Tikal from San Ignacio Belize

Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour10 hr–11 hr

Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details

Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 10 hr–11 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Before leaving Belize customs, make sure your passport is stamped.
In the Banrural mini agency located at the entrance to the Park, it opens from 06:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m. only cash is accepted in local currency (Q), for the purchase of sunrise, day, sunset and museum entrance tickets. (They do not accept payment in debit or credit cards). Carry your identification to purchase tickets (National your respective DPI and Foreigner your Passport, children over 10 years old pay an entrance ticket).

Local guides to help you plan

San Ignacio Travel Guide

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Tikal Day Trip From Belize Guide

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What is included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Lunch
Specialized Guide in Archeology

Not included

Belize Departure Tax $20.00 USD Pax
Gratuities
Snacks
WiFi on board
National entrance tickets Q 25.00 and Foreigners Q 150.00 valid from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Itinerary and highlights

07:00 hrs After doing the corresponding procedures at the Guatemala-Belize border customs, we meet outside to board the vehicle or bus to take the route to the Tikal National Park.

09.00 hrs Arrival at the Control Gate for the respective purchase of entrance tickets to the site.

09:30 hrs Arrival at the parking lot of the urban area of the Tikal National Park and we prepare to begin the tour of the park visiting the most impressive areas.

2:00 p.m. End of the tour in the parking lot of the urban area of the park and we will go out for lunch at a restaurant near the park.

2:30 p.m. We begin boarding the vehicle or bus for the respective return to the Guatemala-Belize border.
4:30 p.m. Arrival at the Guatemala-Belize border, where you will do the corresponding procedures to be able to enter again to return to your hotel in Belize.

Meeting and pickup information

Tour from San Ignacio. You can reserve this option since we take care that you arrive on time at the border with Guatemala so that we can go to Tikal. We will be waiting outside with a sign with your name after you clear customs. We will transfer you to the Guatemalan Customs stamp department where your passport will be stamped again.

Languages and tickets

English — Guide
Spanish — Guide
Mobile Only

Tour operator

Tikal Expedition

Accessibility and practical details

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
IMPORTANT TO TAKE WITH YOU - Water, Snacks, Suitable shoes for exploration or Tennis, Rain jacket, Suitable clothing for tropical climate, Flashlight, Insect repellent, Sunscreen, Personal medications
Before taking the route to the Park to visit, withdraw the necessary cash at an ATM to buy souvenirs, etc.
There is no cost for entering or leaving Guatemalan Customs.
Before leaving Belize customs, make sure your passport is stamped.
If you rented a vehicle and went to the Belize-Guatemala border, it is advisable to leave it in the parking lot (the only one there). So you don't have to wait 45 minutes on paperwork. The parking lot is a safe place where there are security guards. The cost for the vehicle in the parking lot is approximately $03.00 USD
When going through Belize customs to enter Guatemala the cost is $20.00 USD (Pay in cash per person). To enter from Guatemala to Belize there is no cost.
In the Banrural mini agency located at the entrance to the Park, it opens from 06:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m. only cash is accepted in local currency (Q), for the purchase of sunrise, day, sunset and museum entrance tickets. (They do not accept payment in debit or credit cards). Carry your identification to purchase tickets (National your respective DPI and Foreigner your Passport, children over 10 years old pay an entrance ticket).
Inside the Tikal National Park there are no ATMs, therefore withdraw the necessary cash at the ATMs located in Flores, Santa Elena and El Remate.
All the tickets to the park can be purchased in the entire network of Banrural Banks nationwide only by presenting your DPI for Nationals and PASSPORT for foreigners.
We can support you with the purchase of your tickets, just send us a photo of your DPI or Passport and when we meet to carry out the tour, you will make the respective refund.
The activity is carried out from 2 people onwards.
The weather must be good for this experience to take place. If it is canceled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered another date or a full refund of the amount paid.
In this experience there must be a minimum number of travelers. If it is canceled because this minimum is not reached, you will be offered another date or experience or a full refund of the amount paid.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?

The supplier lists a duration of 10 hr–11 hr.

What are the pickup arrangements?

Tour from San Ignacio. You can reserve this option since we take care that you arrive on time at the border with Guatemala so that we can go to Tikal.
We will be waiting outside with a sign with your name after you clear customs.
We will transfer you to the Guatemalan Customs stamp department where your passport will be stamped again.

Which guide languages are listed?

English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).

What ticket format is listed?

Mobile ticket.

What ticket age bands are listed?

Child tickets: age 3–9; Youth tickets: age 10–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.

What accessibility information is provided?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible

What is the cancellation policy?