The landscape surrounding Tikal changes dramatically as the sun begins to set. This tours lets you see the beginnings of the evening creep in, as nocturnal animals begin their daily routines, between 6 and 8 pm. Best of all, the angle of the setting sun illuminates parts of the canopy that you can’t fully appreciate during full daylight.

Featured in:Archeology, Guided Tours, Night Tour, Ruins, Tikal National Park
Duration:
4 hrs
Available Days:
Every day
Schedule:
4:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM
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Mobile Ticket Included
Offered in English, Spanish

You’ll follow your guide to Temple IV, one of the main temples in the complex, for an incredible view of the surroundings. As you watch the sunset or sunrise and the sky change colors, your guide will share tales from Maya mythology about the pantheon of gods that take the form of local animals. This tour is an easy add-on to any other exploring you might want to do of the site, and is limited to one to 10 guests, ensuring that you’ll have an easy time asking your guide whatever questions you may have about the Maya or the flora and fauna.

Attraction Visited

Tikal National Park

Set within the northern reaches of Guatemala’s Petén department is the incredible Mayan site of Tikal. With its massive Mayan temples, steep limestone pyramids and thick green jungles, Tikal is undoubtedly one of the top attractions in Guatemala. The ruins and surrounding forest are located within the Tikal National Park.

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What to Bring

You must bring your park entrance fee for any of the tours, mosquito repellent, sunblock, flashlight, water, and snacks if desired.

What's included

Guided tour

Transportation

Many of our tours and activities offer transportation pick up & drop off options from several locations and destinations. Options vary by tour, see “BOOKING REQUEST” for full details.

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