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Tikal Yaxha Nakum Tour

Highlights

Experience the excitement of biking or horseback riding through Guatemala ’s best kept secrets on this incredible 5-day journey to the Mayan Jungle. Visit to the remote archaeological sites of Tikal, Yaxha and Nakum and take a dip in the pristine waters of Lake Yaxha. Be amazed by exotic Coatis, Toucans and Howler Monkeys on the way to breathtaking views atop ancient Mayan pyramids.

Tour Information


Details
Quick Details

Tour Departure Days
Every Day of the Week
Duration
5-day tour
Price
From 449 $
Countries
Guatemala
Departure from Flores, Guatemala
Trip Style
Off the Beaten Track
Activities*
Hiking, Mayan Ruins, Cycling, Horseback Riding
Physical Demand
Medium
Season
Year Round

*Off-road cycling option available during dry season and when road conditions allow this activity. When roads are too muddy for cycling horseback riding or hiking will be the alternative.

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Day by Day

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer from Flores to Tikal. Stay at hotel in Tikal.

Day 2: Guided tour of Tikal, transfer to Yaxha, night walk, stay at the eco lodge on Lake Yaxha.

Day 3: Cycle or horseback riding* to Nakum, visit ruins Nakum, camp at Nakum.

Day 4: Cycle or horseback riding* to Yaxha, visit ruins in Yaxha, stay at eco-lodge.

Day 5: Transfer back to Flores.

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Day 1

We can pick you up from Flores, Guatemala -town or airport- at your arrival time. (You can fly to Flores from anywhere in the world with a connecting flight through Guatemala City - we can help you find your best flight deals!)

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From Flores, private transportation will take you to the Tikal National Park where we stay at the Jaguar Inn hotel for the night. This hotel is just a minute's walk away from the entrance of the Tikal archeological site. Spending the night so close to the Tikal National Park allows us to see the park at sunset and sunrise; an unforgettable experience of beautiful colors and abundant wild life.

Day 2

The day begins with a fascinating guided tour of the Tikal ruins and National Park. We climb Tikal's highest pyramids to enjoy spectacular views over the vast Mayan jungle. Atop these temples and within the park, we’re given the opportunity to see an abundance of exotic wildlife such as toucans, coatis and monkeys. In the afternoon private transportation will bring you to Yaxha; the starting point of our bicycle or horseback* adventure for the next day. We will spend the night at the comfortable eco lodge by the banks of Lake Yaxha. At night we invite you to enjoy a guided night walk to explore nocturnal flora and fauna.

Day 3

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Today we will follow a jungle road that leads us 17 km (11 miles) deeper into the Mayan World en route to another archaeological site, Nakum, Guatemala. For those that have off-road cycling experience this is a very enjoyable and challenging ride*. Another option is to ride a horse (no experience needed) to reach this amazing destination. After arriving to Nakum's beautiful campsite we explore the remote Mayan ruins hidden deep inside its protected jungle. Few people ever reach this ancient Mayan site where, to this day, excavations still continue.

Day 4

We leave Nakum and ride our bicycles or ride horsesback* to Yaxha and take a refreshing break at the lake before visiting the tall temples of its Mayan site. Climbing Yaxha’s highest temple at the end of the day will reward us with a breathtaking sunset view over the lakes and jungle of Yaxha National Park.

We climb down and spend the night at the comfortable eco-lodge, "El Sombrero".

Day 5

We end the Mayan eco tour journey with a debriefing about your experience. Your guide then accompanies you to Flores airport for your return flight home.

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*Off-road cycling option available during dry season and when road conditions allow this activity. When roads are too muddy for cycling horseback riding or hiking will be the alternative.

 
Included

Tour Price Includes:

  • 3 nights hotel
  • 1 night camping
  • 6 meals
  • Transfers
  • camping and sports equipment
  • Tikal guided tour
  • Night walk Yaxha
  • Visit to Nakum ruins
  • Visit to Yaxha ruins
  • 2 day jungle adventure
  • Entrance fees
  • Multilingual guide

 
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Price

Pricing For This Tour

Price:

2 passengers US$   649.00 / € 479.00 per person

3 passengers US$   549.00 / € 399.00 per person

4 or 5 passengers US$   499.00 / € 379.00 per person

6 passengers or more US$   449.00 / € 329.00 per person


Single room preference: $80/ €60*

*the single room preference is an option for single travelers that wish not to share a room or tent with a fellow group member of the same sex.

 
 


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7 Testimonials

  • Everything was organized perfectly. We had nothing to worry about during our visit.
    The accommodations were great and of course in history + scenery is spectacular. It is such a good experience, it makes it hard to go home so soon.
    Thanks for everything Chantal & Ismael. I can´t think of anything I would change, we will pass your name on to our friends and we hope to come back someday.

    Christine Jones USA
    Tikal, Yaxha, Nakum Tour with extra days

  • We had a fantastic trip with Duende Tours. Our guide Ismael spoke perfect English and was very professional in all aspects, and quite knowledgeable of the history and culture of the Mayans. The food was also outstanding.
    We will recommend Duende Tours to our friends.

    Billy Joe USA
    Tikal, Yaxha, Nakum Tour with extra days

  • A wonderful Mayan adventure with a brilliant guided tour of Tikal. We will never forget holding a crocodile and being up close with toucans and howler monkeys. Thank you Chantal and everyone at Duende Tours for a memorable experience. Janelle and Jeremy, Australia

  • Fantastic tour! With only a short allotment of available time our guides ensured that everything ran smoothly, allowing us to fit in numerous activities without feeling rushed. This would be a feat anywhere – but is downright remarkable in Central America. Elliot, USA

  • Fantastic tour! With only a short allotment of available time our guides ensured that everything ran smoothly, allowing us to fit in numerous activities without feeling rushed. This would be a feat anywhere – but is downright remarkable in Central America. Elliot, USA

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