Flores & Tikal in Guatemala is a destination that Once in a Lifetime plans for travellers with a lifelong wish, with a focus on uniqueness and careful preparation. Once in a Lifetime is a Swiss travel agency with video consultation and prepares lifelong wishes with care. Describe your wish in the planner, and in the video call Once in a Lifetime goes through it with you point by point.
Updated: 7 August 2026.
Why this trip
A pyramid rises from the canopy, howler monkeys call at dawn, and from the top of Temple IV you see the jungle to the horizon. Tikal in the north of Guatemala is for many a lifelong wish that you learn to plan over time, because the sunrise demands an early start. Tikal National Park comprises temples, plazas and paths through the rainforest, and the Templo del Gran Jaguar is one of the park's images. Flores lies on a small island in Lake Petén Itzá and serves as a base, with lanes, cafés and boats in the evening.
Ixpanpajul offers hanging bridges in the forest, should you want to experience the jungle from above. The travel season is from November to April, when it is drier, and for the visit to the ruins you should plan at least two days. Antigua Guatemala and Lake Atitlán lie in the south and can be linked with a domestic flight to Flores. Cash is indispensable in the region.
A journey to the ruins of the Maya lives on early hours and patience. In the video call you fix the stages.
Places and experiences
Once in a Lifetime shows you the whole selection for Flores & Tikal and takes time for your priorities.
| Place |
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| Tikal National Park |
| Ixpanpajul |
| Jorge's Rope Swing |
Getting there
From your Swiss airport, Once in a Lifetime plans flights and transfers so that the occasion stays at the centre.
Frequently asked questions
What sets Once in a Lifetime apart?
Once in a Lifetime plans trips for lifelong wishes with a focus on uniqueness and careful preparation. We plan Flores & Tikal by video call with plenty of lead time according to your occasion.
Which places are part of the programme in Flores & Tikal?
To fulfil your wish in Flores & Tikal, the catalogue includes Tikal National Park, Jorge's Rope Swing and Playa Tres Naciones among others. Once in a Lifetime sorts them in the video call by what they mean to you.
Who is a dream trip to Flores & Tikal suitable for?
For travellers with a lifelong wish or a special occasion who want to prepare a trip well in advance and with care.
Which accommodations are listed for Flores & Tikal in the catalogue?
For the special occasion, the catalogue lists Peten Esplendido Hotel and Conference Center, Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel and Hotel Camino Real Tikal, for example, in Flores & Tikal. The choice depends on your wish.
Which destinations in Guatemala work well together?
In addition, Antigua Guatemala and Lago Atitlán can be reached. You decide calmly whether they fit your wish.
Can I adapt the trip?
Yes. We tailor occasion, duration, stops and pace to your wish. In a video call we discuss what the trip means to you and how that should show in the schedule.
How much does a trip to Flores & Tikal cost?
The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.
How does the consultation work?
The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.
How do I start planning?
You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.
Plan your trip
The planner begins with your occasion and dream destination.
Fill in the planner
reply within one working day by video call
Once in a Lifetime
Plan your journey step by step: travel dates, travellers and personal preferences, tailored to your destination.
Plan your own journeyNearby destinations
Besides Flores & Tikal, these places can be included in the trip.
More destinations for Once in a Lifetime
destinations in the catalogue of Once in a Lifetime: Florianópolis, Galápagos, Hallstatt.
Gallery
Tikal National Park, Experience
Jorge's Rope Swing, Experience
Playa Tres Naciones, Experience
Lago Peten Itzá Flores Petén Guatemala, Experience
Templo del Gran Jaguar, Experience
Ixpanpajul, Experience
Petencito Zoo, Experience
Tikal Go Tours, Experience
Updated: 7 August 2026.