Tikal Yaxha Nakum Tour Departs from Flores in Guatemala Overview
Leaves from Flores, Guatemala. 5 day tour Medium physical demand.
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. You'll never think of adventure tourism the same way!
Day by Day 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.
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!) 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 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.
*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.