Flowers Without Rush
Researched (not yet visited in person)The island at a slow pace: colorful little streets, local museum, and a boat ride at sunset on Lake Petén Itzá.
half day · 2 stops
- 1Isla de Flores150 min
- 2Museum of Flores Island40 min
Guatemala
The great Mayan city among the living jungle —monkeys, toucans, and temples above the canopy— with the Caribbean island of Flores as a colorful base on Lake Petén Itzá.
The island at a slow pace: colorful little streets, local museum, and a boat ride at sunset on Lake Petén Itzá.
half day · 2 stops

You can reach Flores by a ~1 hour flight (or overnight bus). Tikal opens from 6:00 to 18:00; entrance is Q150 for foreigners (purchase in advance at Banrural or online) and the sunrise requires an additional Q100 and a guide. Stay hydrated, bring repellent, a hat, and cash. The drive from Flores to Tikal takes about ~1 hour; tours start at 3:00 for sunrise.