Private Tikal Tour: Explore Mayan History

Embark on an exclusive Tikal tour from Flores and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Mayan civilization. Experience VIP treatment and discover the wonders of Tikal National Park.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Tikal National Park - Tikal National Park is the most extensively excavated archaeological site in Central America and ranks among the most explored sites globally. Visitors can anticipate seeing numerous temples and have the opportunity to climb them.
    ITINERARY
    7:00 or 7:30 a.m. – The operator will meet and pick up guests at the airport or their…
What's Included
  • Van with guest insurance
  • Flexible Departure Time
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Drinks
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Tips
  • museum fee
Additional Information

Ideal for couples, families, and friends seeking a break from the crowds and delays.
With our service, you won’t miss any part of Tikal, unlike shared tours with other guests.
Enjoy a private day tour of Tikal National Park, complete with round-trip transportation from the airport and hotels in Flores. Expect to delve into Mayan and Guatemalan history…

Location
Tikal National Park
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
5.0
(328 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Copperbob59
Dec 23, 2025
Truly a Very Impressive Private tour of Tikal - We only had one day to see Tikal, so I wanted to make sure we'd have a good English-speaking guide who would show us everything we wanted to see at our own pace. I booked with Tikal VIP and am so glad I did! Elmer was an amazing guide - so passionate and knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions, brought the history to life, and even introduced us to the wildlife of the jungle with a few special bird spottings and lots of monkeys. He arrived at our hotel on time (8 am to give us a bit more time to have breakfast before the tour) with Anibal, the driver. The car was comfortable and clean for the hour+ drive. Elmer took us on a route the reverse of most tours, so we avoided the crowds and climbed the tallest structures when there was shade. They provided drinks - bottles of water and sports drink (much appreciated!), so be sure to bring a small backpack. The lunch afterwards was good, though slow. What really stood out was the experience and knowledge that Elmer has of the history, culture, archeology, and nature of this place and his excitement to share it. If you're at all on the fence, don't book a group tour or take your chances with a less-informed guide - get Elmer and his staff to give you the VIP treatment!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Compass622000
Dec 18, 2025
Tikal tour vip - That day we took a private tour in Tikal, it was perfect. Fidias , our driver, a very pleasant, kind, caring person, our guide Luis who toured us in French, knows perfectly the Mayan history of Tikal, architecture, different temples. He also has knowledge in botany and animals.We had a magical time, wonderful in his company. Many thanks to all😊 Bravo Elmer for the whole organization 😊😘
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Tracyl21
Dec 15, 2025
Highly Recommended Private Tour - Ask for Elmer. - We booked this tour for 2 people a few days before we arrived in Flores and were extremely lucky to get Elmer as our guide. He picked us up at 9AM and we returned at around 530PM. He advised us as to how to buy our entrance tickets online and we skipped a 1-hour queue at the park entrance right off. Having done countless tours all over the world in every continent, I can honestly say that Elmer is simply an astounding individual and one of the best guides we've ever encountered. Knowledgeable in not only the history of Tikal, but also flora and fauna of this national park, geology and geography of Guatemala in general as well as a broad wealth of information on his country's current government and its economic and fiscal standing. His enthusiasm for his work was very evident we felt like we were old friends at the end of the day. He guided us through less visited parts of the park and timed our route to avoid the busiest times for the sites. Added bonus: he was a great photographer and we came away with some incredible pictures. The included lunch was delicious and overall, it was a perfectly timed whole day excursion. We got back to Flores in time to take a quick shower and catch our ride to the airport.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Fearless46481386083
Dec 5, 2025
Unforgettable experience in Tikal. - We greatly enjoyed our day. Byron shared lots of interesting information about the monuments and about ancient Mayan culture. The archeological site is stunning. Anibal drove us safely and the lunch was a treat. We highly recommend this tour.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
666jelainel
Nov 23, 2025
Tikal - A unique experience. Elmer the guide and Hannibal the driver picked us up at the airport. Super professionals and Elmer very friendly and knowledgeable. They accommodated the trip according to our interests. We went to breakfast by Lake Peten Itza very beautiful. Then we went to the Tikal and they provided us with water, umbrella, repellents and everything we could need. At the end they took us to lunch super delicious and before taking us back to the airport we took a little tour of Flores Island and ate a delicious cheesecake in Delirio. 100% recommended
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Rustin_a
Oct 18, 2025
The highlight of my trip - This tour was very well done. It was my favorite tour I had in Guatemala. Elmer was so knowledgeable about Tikal, the Mayan civilization, and Guatemalan history. It was 100% worth the price of the tour. Elmer was also very kind. I highly recommend!
Review provided by Viator
Keljhansen
Jul 12, 2025
Would recommend to friends - Elmer did a great job showing us Tikal and also the wildlife we wanted to see! He made sure we were comfortable and well taken care off from start to finish. Tikal was amazing, and so was Elmer. He also recommended great restaurants and boat tours in Flores.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Kirvc
Jul 12, 2025
A Guatemala highlight with Tikal VIP Tours! - Highly recommend booking with Elmer! He did an amazing job, is extremely friendly and fun, a wealth of knowledge about Mayan history and the park and professional. We saw a lot of wildlife too! We had a delicious lunch on our way there. Don’t hesitate, book the trip with Tikal VIP Tours for an unforgettable experience! You won’t be disappointed :)
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Robertbv5484us
May 21, 2025
Exceptional Tikal tour with Elmer - Elmer's knowledge of the site and its history made this an excellent tour. We spent over 4 hours with Elmer and he was constantly coming up with information to paint a vivid picture of Mayan life at Tikal.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Franmeme
May 13, 2025
Excellent in every way - Fantastic!!! We were picked up at the airport for the excursion to Tikal. First we stopped for breakfast and continued to Tikal. Great knowledge of the archaeological area and the passion for the subject was noticeable. The vehicle very comfortable and new. I definitely recommend it. Worth it.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
From $185
up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).