How do you get to Tikal Guatemala?

How do you get to Tikal Guatemala?

The easiest way to reach Tikal is from the city Flores. This colourful city lies partly on a small island and is just 90 minutes away from Tikal. We booked return tickets for a shuttle bus at a local travel agency (in Flores) and paid Q60 per person for this (€ 6.80).

Is it safe to travel to Tikal Guatemala?

The park is reasonably safe, but robberies (and worse) have happened in the not too distant past, and you should keep aware of your surroundings. Be especially careful with the bus rides from Flores to Tikal, as there have been a recent rash of robberies on the main highway.

Is Tikal open for visitors?

Tikal National Park is open daily for visits from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Adult tickets for foreigners cost 150 GTQ (about $20 USD). Children under 12 can enter Tikal free of charge. Visiting Uaxactun costs an additional 50 GTQ.

Can you climb the pyramids at Tikal?

As a visitor you are not only allowed to walk the Tikal Ruins, but are encouraged to climb them. While it is special to stand atop one of the major temples in the grand plaza, the Tikal Ruins are so expansive that you are able to walk through a much larger range of history.

What should I wear to Tikal?

There is a lot of walking involved at Tikal as the ruins are quite spread out in the jungle so wear good shoes (not flip flops or sandals of any sort). I recommend wearing comfortable, lightweight, and loose fitting clothing as well.

How to get to Tikal National Park in Guatemala?

Public buses depart for Tikal throughout the day from the Santa Elena bus station in Flores. The trip by public bus takes about two hours. Tikal National Park admission is $20, children 11 and younger free. Tikal walking maps are available at the visitors center for a few US dollars.

When did the Mayan ruins of Tikal become a World Heritage Site?

Tikal, or Yax Mutal, was an important city in the empire of the Maya from 200 to 900 A.D. The Mayan ruins have been part of a national park in Guatemala since the 1960s, and in 1979 they were named a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Is it worth it to go to Tikal?

A guided tour of Tikal explores the site’s secrets, then you’ll have time to explore the ancient Maya city on your own. Epic place to visit! What an amazing experience wandering around, on and through Mayan ruins. Seeing the ruins, temples and wildlife is well worth the trip to Tikal.

What to do in Guatemala with Mayan ruins?

Discover Mayan history exploring the temples of Tikal and Yaxha on this 3-day tour of Guatemala’s Peten region. Your guide is an expert archaeologist, so listen close as he takes you on a tour through these towering ruins. This historical itinerary makes for a great extension to any Mexico or Central America trip.