Maya Biosphere Reserve Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Take in the Silence whenever you can! outside of Flores, Guatemala near the ancient ruins of Tikal #lifeatexpedia #green
Tikal was absolutely incredible. get there early and do the sunrise tour. You'll get to watch the sunrise from the top of the tallest Myan pyramid yet discovered. You get to watch as the jungle just comes alive. The birds wake up, and then the monkeys, and then the other animals of the rainforest. it was a beautiful experience. Do it sometime in the months of December - February so that you will be more likely to actually see the sunrise in a clear sky as opposed to shrouded by early morning fog.
View of one of the main plazas in Tikal.
Tikal is the remains of an ancient Mayan city in the rainforest of Guatemala. It's one of the largest archaeological sites of the Mayan civilization, and it's a fascinating experience to walk amongst the ruins. #tikal #guatemala
Tikal can be reached from the tranquil lakeside town of Flores. Not to be missed. Get there early, it's worth booking the 4;30am shuttle bus from Flores to get to Tikal for sunrise. Do not get involved in a tour! Get the shuttle and then go off on your own into the jungle! You will have the place more or less to yourself, and will come across wildlife too! We saw coati's, spider monkeys, toucans and other colourful birds and the sound of a jaguar! Don't miss it! Tip for accommodation in Flores, Villa De Lago. Safe, secure, ultra clean, view of the lake and the nicest and most helpful family of staff!
Hotel Camino Real Tikal

Hotel Camino Real Tikal

4 out of 5
Lote 77, Parcelamiento Tayasal San Jose Peten Peten
The price is NZ$222 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$222
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Jose Peten. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (601 reviews)
This hotel is top notch! The service goes beyond expectations and the staff was very eager to help. Who ever does stay here, you must know that it is away from any stores or restaurants. The hotel has a small gift shop and the food was excellent.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Hotel Camino Real Tikal
Jungle Lodge Hotel

Jungle Lodge Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Parque Nacional Tikal Flores
The price is NZ$306 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
NZ$306
10 Apr - 11 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Flores. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (655 reviews)
The food was terrible, cannot even finish, and charge a service fee. Only two bottles of water (1200ml) provided each day, and other water for sale at 27.5Q per bottle, that is crazy. Also FYI no internet connection in the room.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Jungle Lodge Hotel
Hotel Jaguar Inn Tikal

Hotel Jaguar Inn Tikal

3 out of 5
Tikal national park Flores Peten
The price is NZ$180 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
NZ$180
11 Apr - 12 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Flores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (229 reviews)
Nicely run lodge right near the entrance to the site. Within the national park.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Hotel Jaguar Inn Tikal
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Near Tikal/flores, 4b House With Private Beach On Lake Petén Itzá, Sleeps 8

Near Tikal/flores, 4b House With Private Beach On Lake Petén Itzá, Sleeps 8

Caserío San Pedro, San José Petén
Stay at this holiday home in San Jose Peten. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Petén Itzá and Chechenal Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
The host was very welcoming! Glendy, our housekeeper was awesome!

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Near Tikal/flores, 4b House With Private Beach On Lake Petén Itzá, Sleeps 8
Andrew's Cabin

Andrew's Cabin

San Jose Petén
Stay at this cabin in San Jose Peten. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Lake Petén Itzá and Chechenal Beach are located nearby.
4/10 (1 review)
I absolutely loved the location of the cabin. The view from the terrace was mesmerizing, a very quiet and peaceful atmosphere. The lake was just a few steps away from our rooms. The rooms were equipped with AC's but one of the ACs wasn’t working, the kitchen was fully equipped, two full bathrooms ...

Reviewed on 27 July 2023

Andrew's Cabin
House Valencia 5

House Valencia 5

Flores Petén
Stay at this holiday home in Flores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Central Park and Maya Mall are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
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Reviewed on 21 June 2023

House Valencia 5
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Popular places to visit

Tikal featuring heritage architecture, building ruins and heritage elements

Tikal National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Tikal National Park, a lovely green space in Flores. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Tikal National Park
Tikal showing building ruins and heritage elements

Tikal

Take a step back in time as you discover a magnificent collection of Mayan palaces and temples set amid a jungle.

Tikal
Big Mayan Pyramid at the jungle of Yaxhá, Guatemala

Yaxha Archaeological Site

Find out about the history of Laguna Yaxhá with a stop at Yaxha Archaeological Site. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Yaxha Archaeological Site
Elevated View of the Central Acropolis, Tikal, Guatemala

Central Acropolis

You can find out about the history of Flores with a trip to Central Acropolis. Wander the parks or discover the area's sunrises.

Central Acropolis

Lost World Pyramid

Find out about the history of Flores when you take a trip to Lost World Pyramid. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Lost World Pyramid

Biotopo Cerro Cahui

Explore the great outdoors at Biotopo Cerro Cahui, a lovely green space in El Remate. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Biotopo Cerro Cahui