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• Sights, sounds, scents, and sensations to savor

  Gabriel I,

  23 thg 5, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  The sunset tour of Tikal was an un unexpected pleasure. My shuttle from the airport was running late to the Jungle Lodge. Even though I was able to get my park entrance and sunset tour passes online and ahead of time at the recommendation Marlon and Gem Tours, the rest of the folks on the shuttle had to purchase in person which was a good 30 minute detour. Marlon and Jose we kind enough to wait for me to arrive and stow my luggage before starting the tour. Not saying they do this for everyone, but it was very nice of them to do so! My guide Jose was just as personable as he was professional. We were immediately able to bond over lunch at the Jaguar Inn (which is included in the price of the tour) where Jose was able to make some good recommendations on Guatemalan fare sourced locally or from the Highlands. There's nothing like a shared meal to get to know someone and we discovered we had common interests in family, gardening, and hot sauce 😀 The tour was nothing short of a menagerie of various sights, sounds, tastes, smells, and feels. I got to experience everything from the scent of eucalyptus from fresh crushed leaves of local trees to the soft touch of natural blooming tree cotton to the sticky running sap laced with strong traces of incense. Jose was able to point out various plants and wildlife throughout the tour from falcons, parrots, and various monkey species to the slightly more worrisome hornets and scorpions which were still pretty cool to see. Jose is really knowledgeable about the Tikal / Peten area as well as the rest of Guatemala as a result of extensive education and training in tourism science. While from Guatemala, Jose' travels and living abroad lended itself well to his English fluency which I very much appreciated. The pyramid and temple structures were spectacular in their own right which I will leave for you to discover on your own. Honestly temperatures are on the hot side reaching or exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit on May 2, but the temps are quite well balanced with a lot of natural shade and cool breezes (particularly at twighlight) from the jungle that has overgrown much of this lost city. There are some restrooms available, but make sure to bring a bottle of water as beverages are only available for purchase towards the entrance or at the Lost world. I did not need to apply any insect repellent at all though I brought some with me. There's a progressive elevation to be walked as you make your way towards Temple 4 and even steeper stairs or steps for climbing the temples themselves (if you so choose). Finally, the lookout over the the Lost world provided a fantastic view of the sunset. Jose made sure I was able to get there early enough to get a good seat on the platform before many of the other tourists wanting to get the same view. The photos don't do it justice, but I've added a few to get an idea of what you might experience.

• Our guide Marlon was...

  Denise C,

  22 thg 4, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  Our guide Marlon was FANTASTIC! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of Tikal and showed us all the significant temples and explained the archeological process. He also was a wealth of knowledge on the local flora and fauna and helped us spot crocodiles, coatis, spider and howler monkeys, parrots, toucans, and many more bird species. What a great experience and we would highly recommend it! Sunset was breathtaking!

• Great experience

  Philip S,

  30 thg 3, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  We had a great experience! The guide was knowledgeable, and the tour was involved without being overwhelming. I climbed several pyramids, while my wife and daughter waited below in most cases (the tour accommodated both options well). We loved being able to watch the sunset from the top of a pyramid and just listen to the jungle all around. We saw lots of different birds—toucans, bat falcons, golden orioles, and more. Two minor criticisms: First, nearly two hours for lunch right when we arrived and were excited to be there was way too long (though the lunch was very good). Second, it would have been nice to provide at least a couple of flashlights for the walk back after the sunset, as it got dark quickly. People used their phone lights, but the ground is uneven with lots of roots and steps, so it was slow going.

• One of the highlights of our trip

  Rodrigo L,

  6 thg 3, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  One of the highlights of our trip to Guatemala. Perfect group size, amazing lunch and then Tikal ruins... Our guide was amazing, always happy to teach but just as curious as us about all the wildlife and ancient cultures.

• Must book this tour!!!!

  Claudia A,

  2 thg 2, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  Carlos was a wonderful guide. We had an amazing time! Carols was so knowledgeable and made the experience extra special. Learning about the pyramids, the surrounding wildlife was fascinating. The lunch included on the tour was also excellent. Watching the sunset was the highlight of the tour.