Easter in Petén (Updated 2026)

We had and AMAZING time, would 100% recommend to anyone. We did the sunset tour and although we booked with a group, we ended up being the only ones. Our tour guide Obdulio was increible, super nice, very knowledgeable and had wonderful English. From the moment we got in the van, he started teaching us all about Tikal, Petén, Guatemala and more. Our lunch was great and in a beautiful little restaurant, quite big and even included a little dessert :) loved not having everything all organized already!

Aquilino’s deep knowledge of Tikal, the safe and comfortable van, and the magic of this extraordinary place made for an unforgettable experience.

Alejandro was a good guide and explained things to us very well. The driver was also excellent. The food was super delicious.

The Tikal VIP agency is everything they promise and more. Punctual, organized, kind, respectful of their culture and diversity. The vehicles are modern and the food is delicious. It is ethical, careful, and first-class tourism. We took the sunrise tour in Tikal and the sunset tour in Yaxha. What can you say... It is pure magic!! A connection with the past, with nature, and with oneself. The animals and the vegetation stimulate an ancestral part of your brain. My son is a young biologist and he was able to take his time and learn a lot from our guide Oscar. Oscar is a very wise gentleman full of vitality; you can perceive the love he has for his work and how he strives to share his knowledge and cultural richness. He is a responsible, punctual professional who goes at your pace. While I watched the groups running from one side to the other, we walked with Oscar. It was like having a private tutor, one of those who knows everything and seeks to enhance your experience. They don't rip you off, they encourage you. Time fades away. The experience is 100 out of 100. Thanks to Tikal VIP, to Oscar and Daniel.

This experience exceeded all of my expectations! I had an incredible time from start to finish. The service was exceptional, and everything was well organized.Our tour guide, Kendal, was knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely kind. He made the experience both informative and enjoyable. Our driver, Daniel, was excellent as well—we felt safe and well taken care of throughout the entire trip.Even though the sunrise was hidden by the overcast skies, the experience was still absolutely worth every penny. I highly recommend VIP Tours to anyone visiting Tikal!

We did the Tikal sunrise tour and then added on the Yaxha tour. It was incredible. Total cost was $290 per person and was well worth it. The communication with the tour company was great, they were clear about what was offered, what they needed from us, and what we should bring with us. They told us the day would start very early (2:50 AM) so that we would be at Tikal in time to see the sunrise from Temple 4. Our driver, Daniel, was excellent. He opened the doors for us and offered us waters, sodas, and sports drinks throughout the tour from a cooler in the vehicle. Our tour guide, Kendel, really made the trip special. He was very informative and caring. He knew how to pace us well and answered all our questions thoughtfully. We can also tell that he loves nature because he would pause, and motion for us to be quiet and pay attention when he noticed local wildlife and then point it out for us. We got many great pictures and videos of the complexes and the local flora and fauna. We went in mid June and although it starting getting hot was around 10 AM, it was worth it because there were so few other tourists there. It felt like a private tour of the park, and at Yaxha we were literally the only tourists there. After Tikal we had brunch around 10 AM, included in the tour cost, at Restaurante Gonzalez, a local restaurant. Good food and service. We then took the long drive to Yaxha, about an hour and a half, and we're able to rest again. We finished the day back at the hotel around 4 PM. It was a trip we will never forget, such a wonderful experience and great memories!

Omar was an amazing guide. He was friendly, easy to understand and shared a wealth of knowledge covering much more than the ancient history of Tikal. He knew how to avoid the crowds. We were very happy we took this tour.

César is an excellent guide, he knows the Mayan culture of the place and of all Mesoamerica perfectly. Tolerant, enthusiastic, and friendly

Without a doubt, one of the most incredible experiences in Guatemala. My son and I did the Tikal sunrise and Yaxha sunset tour, and it was an excellent investment. Tikal is as magical as a Mayan city in the middle of the jungle can be. And if we add to that the knowledge and quality of the Tikal VIP agency, you will combine comfort with knowledge. Oscar, our guide, is a scholar of Guatemalan and Mayan history. He is attentive and respectful of your pace. He reads the tourist's profile and acts accordingly to their tastes and interests. Punctual, organized, with modern vehicles, friendly, and knowledgeable about the cultural richness of Tikal and Yaxha. Thank you, Oscar, and also thank you to Daniel, our driver.

We couldn’t have been luckier connecting with Elmer. He spoke better English than I did 😄 and was engaging for the whole family, even the young kids. What a great experience. Thank you!

We had high expectations for Tikal and it surpassed them! The complex itself was bigger and more impressive than I imagined. Our private tour guide Kendel was extremely knowledgeable and generous with his time, patiently allowing us to stay longer at places of interest including at the end of the tour to see the Spider Monkeys playing in the trees. Overall, it was a great day at Tikal!

Thank you to Gelver and Fidias for a terrific private sunrise tour of Tikal! As guide and driver they were excellent - incredibly knowledgable about the archeological site, the Maya, flora and fauna. The tour began before we even left our hotel driveway with an explanation of the constellations and how they impacted the placement of the site's buildings. Gelver's English was terrific for the non- Spanish speakers in our family. Getting to Temple IV well before sunrise gave us an amazing view of the stars before most tourists arrived. After sunrise we had a full tour of the rest of the site - really terrific and fascinating. Cannot recommend these folks highly enough!

The guide Alejandro was very attentive and respectful. It is a tour with many pleasant surprises

It was an unforgettable walk. First of all, I highlight the accurate and attentive service on the Cool Destinations platform to remove all my doubts, the education and kindness and elegance of the driver Antonio and guide Alejandro, the cleanliness and comfort of the van. The guide Alejandro is sensational. A culted, fine-treated, professional person who could answer all the various questions of the group. Alejandro took my gaze to the wonders of the archaeological site of Tikal, but also to the tropical forest around the ruins, speaking eloquently about the various plants and trees, birds, insects, animals and curiosities. The pace of the tour was perfect, with time to contemplate nature, get to know details of Mayan culture, rest and moisturize. The lunch, at the end, closed with a golden key: the food was delicious, and the service was excellent. I highly recommend this experience. It was perfect!

Super informative (great guide), well organized (ride, checks, admission, catering etc.) and exciting tour of the ruins (despite the rain)Would love to do it again:)

Unreal sunrise tour. Our guide, Nate, was knowledgeable, polite, and funny! He really made the whole trip special. We saw the Tikal ruins and the history came alive in front of us. Plus we saw monkeys!