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A Guide To Flores Guatemala: Why I Loved This Maya Town

Written by BELLA FALK

The vast majority of visitors head to Flores in Guatemala for one reason only: to visit the spectacular Maya ruins of Tikal. With towering ancient temples looming out of the thick jungle, and shady paths teeming with wildlife, Tikal is one of Guatemala’s highlights, and should definitely be on your Guatemala itinerary.

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But while most people simply fly in, do a Tikal day trip, and leave again, I think that’s a mistake. Because there are loads more things to do in Flores besides Tikal, and if you have time, it’s definitely worth staying a little longer to enjoy some of them.

About my visit to Flores Guatemala

I spent three months travelling in Guatemala and as part of my trip I spent a full week in Flores – way more than most people manage. That gave me a chance to explore the options and do many of the things that the majority of visitors to Flores don’t have time for.

So here’s what I discovered, complete with my recommendations for how to spend a few days in and around Flores, Guatemala.

Introducing Flores in Guatemala

Flores is a town in the north of Guatemala. It’s known as the gateway to the Petén, Guatemala’s vast northern rainforest region, because it’s the main transport hub. If you’re travelling to anywhere in the Petén, you’ll need to go through Flores.

Flores is made up of four areas:

• Isla de Flores: This is the historic old town: a cute, colourful area clustered onto a small island in Lake Petén Itza, and connected to the mainland via a short causeway. The old town is charming, with pastel-painted houses, cobbled streets, and plenty of hotels, souvenir shops and restaurants. As a result, it’s something of a tourist hub that can feel like a bit of a bubble, but it’s a relaxed and charming place to spend a few days, so don’t let that put you off.
• Santa Elena and San Benito: These twin suburbs are located on the mainland at the opposite end of the causeway. Most tourists don’t bother crossing over, except to go to the airport, the bus terminal, or the shopping mall – other than these, there’s no real reason to visit.
• San Miguel: This is a small suburb just across the lake from the north side of Isla de Flores. It can be reached with a short boat ride, and there are a few lakeside hotels and hostels that are worth considering if you’re on a budget. There’s also an excellent viewpoint and a small beach for swimming.

A brief history of Flores Island Guatemala

Flores goes down in history as being the second oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the Americas, and the very last Maya city to fall to the Spanish.

When the Spanish army arrived in Guatemala in 1524, they began trying to conquer the Maya people. But the Maya civilisation was divided up into dozens of independent city states, so the Spanish had to battle through the impenetrable jungle terrain in an attempt to defeat them all, one by one.

It took them nearly 200 years, but eventually there was just one left, the island town of Noj Petén (Great Island).

In 1679 the Spanish army arrived on the shores of Lake Petén Itzá. They used boats to attack Noj Petén, and slaughtered many of the town’s defenders. The rest fled into the jungle, and the conquerors then destroyed the city, and built the new city of Flores over the top.

You can still see a few Maya stelae (carved monuments) dating back to before the Spanish conquest in Flores’ main square.

What to do in Flores Guatemala

Flores ended up being one of my favourite places in the whole of Guatemala. It’s a charming, chilled out town with beautiful views (including some incredible sunsets) so it’s really worth spending a few days here to explore.

Here’s a (non-exhaustive) list of some of the many things to do in Flores Guatemala and the surrounding area.

1/ Explore Mayan ruins at Tikal

If you only do one thing around Flores, it has to be Tikal. Tikal was one of the greatest cities in the Maya civilisation, with magnificent pyramids, plazas and palaces, and at its height the city and the kingdom it controlled were home to an estimated 100,000 people.

Today Tikal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a National Park, a vast expanse of lush green rainforest crisscrossed by shady jungle paths and dotted with crumbling ruined temples. You can easily spend a day or more getting lost here, feeling like a Victorian explorer as you investigate hidden pathways and stumble across ruins hidden in the trees.

How to get to Tikal from Flores

Most people visit Tikal on a day trip from Flores. There are sunrise, early morning, daytime and sunset tours, with transport and guide included, though note that access to the park for sunrise and sunset requires an additional ticket.

You can also get a public bus and then explore by yourself, but it’s a huge site so I think it’s better to go with a guide, so you don’t get lost and know what you’re looking at.

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2/ Have Mayan temples to yourself at Yaxha

Tikal is not the only Flores Mayan ruins, and certainly not the only one worth visiting. About 20 miles from Tikal is Yaxha , which was the third largest Maya city in Guatemala, and is now another gorgeous National Park busting with ancient ruins and abundant jungle wildlife.

Since most visitors to Flores only go to Tikal, it’s worth taking the time to visit Yaxha as well, for another incredible Mayan jungle experience but without any of the crowds.

How to get to Yaxha from Flores

The easiest way to get to Yaxha is on a day trip from Flores . You can do daytime tours or afternoon tours, where you get to climb up the tallest temple and watch the sun set over the park – a truly magical experience.

I wrote a full blog post about visiting Yaxha, which you can find here: Yaxha Guatemala: The Magical Mayan Ruins You Need To Visit .

3/ Dive into the Blue Crater / Crater Azul

Visit any Flores tour company and you’ll see signs advertising something called the Crater Azul (Blue Crater). It’s a popular attraction with locals, but most tourists don’t go there because they don’t stay in Flores long enough to fit it in alongside all the other things to do.

But since I was in Flores for a week, I had time, so I went!

Despite its name, the Blue Crater is not actually a crater, but a part of the river Arroyo El Pucté. Here, the depth of the river reaches up to 8 metres, and the water is incredibly blue and clear.

There are no changing facilities or shops, just a small pontoon for swimming off, and a shady patch of forest to leave your stuff. Outdoor swimming as nature intended!

It’s a lovely place to cool off in a jungle setting with almost no one else around.  If you visit on a weekday you might even get the whole place to yourself, though I went on a Sunday when it was a bit more crowded with local people.

Read more: Crater Azul: Swimming In Guatemala’s Gorgeous Blue Crater

How to get to the Blue Crater from Flores Peten

The Blue Crater is about 1 hour’s drive from Flores, followed by a 30-minute boat ride along the river, making getting there part of the fun.

The easiest way to get there is on a day trip from Flores. I paid Q350 (£37.60 or $45.20) which included transport, drinks, the guide, and the chance to have your photo taken swimming in the clear water. It’s quite expensive compared to other day tours in the area, but it was a lovely day out.

Read more: Backpacking in Guatemala: All You Need To Know Before You Go

4/ Explore the colourful streets of the Isla de Flores Guatemala

Not everything there is to do around Flores needs to cost money. You can happily spend a couple of hours just exploring the island and old town.

The Isla de Flores is small, with a promenade running all the way round its perimeter. You can stroll the entire thing in about half an hour, and if you’re into jogging, it’s also a safe and pretty place to run laps (though you’d have to do quite a few to get any kind of distance).

Wander the cobbled back streets and you’ll find souvenir shops, tour operators where you can plan your next excursion, bars and cafes.

Read more: 30 Beautiful Pictures Of Guatemala And The Stories Behind Them

5/ See Flores’ history in the main square

The middle of the Isla de Flores is a hill, with steep streets leading up to the main square at the top. Here you’ll find a few old Maya stelae dating from before the Spanish conquest.

The white-painted cathedral (Catedral Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios y San Pablo Itzá) is also worth a quick visit. Rising above the rest of the old town, it’s one of the oldest churches in Guatemala and was built on the site of the original Maya temple. Stick your head inside to admire the beautiful stained-glass windows and a rare Black figure of Jesus.

Sadly, the rest of Flores’ Mayan history has either been taken away to museums, or was lost or destroyed after the Spanish conquest.

Read more: The Expert Guide To Xela Guatemala: Things To See And Do

6/ Enjoy sundowners overlooking Lake Peten Itza

One of my favourite things about Flores was the incredible sunsets. With its gorgeous lakeside setting, not only do you get beautiful colours, you also get fabulous silhouettes and reflections.

Many of the lakefront bars and restaurants take full advantage of the show, with rooftop terraces and happy hour specials. Watching the sun set over the lake with a drink in hand is one of the best ways to end a day in Guatemala.

7/ Swim in Lago Petén Itzá

If you’re a fan of freshwater swimming, then you’ll be pleased to hear that the lake is safe to swim in. As you walk around you’ll see people swimming pretty much anywhere, though for safety reasons it’s best to avoid swimming near where the boats arrive and depart.

There are a few jetties dotted around the perimeter of the island which you can use as a base for swimming, though there are no facilities and no security, so don’t take any valuables with you.

Read more: A Perfect Guatemala Itinerary In 10 Days, 2 Weeks Or 3 Weeks

8/ Take a boat trip on the lake

Another way to spend a chilled couple of hours in Flores is by taking a ‘lancha’ (boat) ride on the lake. Lancha drivers park their boats up at several pontoons all the way round the island’s perimeter, and will take you anywhere you want to go.

Prices start typically at about Q20 (£2.15 or $2.50) for a one-way trip, up to about Q200 (£21.50 or $25.80) for a half day tour where the driver will take you to various islands and wait for you while you look around. Places worth checking out on your lake tour could include the San Miguel viewpoint, Chechenal beach, Petencito Zoo or the Santa Barbara Museum of Mayan archaeology, a small museum on an island in the lake.

9/ Chill out at Jorge’s Rope Swing

Jorge’s Rope Swing is a privately-owned lakeside hangout spot, where you can sunbathe, swim, and get a drink or some food. There’s a swimming platform and two rope swings for jumping into the lake. You can only get there by boat – any boat driver waiting at one of the main pontoons will take you – plus you’ll need to pay for entry which costs Q25 (£2.60 or $3.20) per person.

I didn’t visit as I had heard mixed reviews, with some people saying it’s a lovely place to relax and others saying it’s overpriced. I think it could be a fun way to spend an afternoon if you’re with friends, but I thought it was a bit expensive for me to go on my own.

10/ Stroll along the lakeshore at El Remate

El Remate is a small village at the opposite end of Lake Peten Itza, about 40 minutes by road from Flores. It’s a relaxed, tranquil place, with a few hotels and restaurants and a pretty lakeshore walk with gorgeous views.

You can also visit the Biotopo Cerró Cahui nature reserve, where there are hiking trails and the chance to spot bird life.

The people of El Remate are clued up to Instagram trends, so as you walk around you’ll find loads of colourfully painted jetties, angel wings or signs to pose in front of, to give your travel pics a burst of colour. And since El Remate is much quieter than Flores, it’s also said to be an excellent place to go swimming in the lake after a hot, sweaty day of exploring jungle ruins.

How to get to El Remate from Flores, Peten

Take a tuk-tuk from Flores Old Town across the causeway to the main bus terminal in Santa Elena. From there you can get any bus heading to Tikal (they go about every half hour) and ask to be dropped off in El Remate. When you want to come back, just stand on the main road where you were dropped off and flag down any bus heading back to Flores.

Read more: A Sunrise Hike Up Volcan Santa Maria In Xela, Guatemala

11/ Walk through the treetops at Skyway Ixpanpajul

Ixpanpajul is a nature reserve covering 450 hectares of Guatemalan rainforest. It has a network of six canopy walkway suspension bridges joined by jungle trails, a jungle zipline experience, and a viewpoint. The views are stunning and if you go in the morning you should be able to spot plenty of wildlife. You can also do a horseback tour, or stay overnight (there’s a campsite and some simple bungalows). 

How to get from Flores to Ixpanpajul

Ixpanpajul is about 15 minutes’ drive from the Island of Flores and 10 minutes from Mundo Maya International Airport. During peak season you may be able to do a day tour from Flores or get a public shuttle, but the easiest way to get there is by taxi.

12/ Admire the views from Mirador del Rey Canek

The best views of the Isla de Flores can be had from the San Miguel Mirador, also known as the Mirador del Rey Canek. This is a viewpoint on the San Miguel side of the lake, just opposite the northwest tip of the island.

From the mirador you get a wonderful view of the whole lake, and you can really appreciate the beauty of Flores’s island location. Go just before sunset to enjoy magical views and listen to howler monkeys calling to each other as night falls.

How to get to the San Miguel Mirador from Flores

To get there, grab a lancha for the 10-minute shuttle across the lake. I paid Q20 each way for this. The driver will drop you off at a jetty on the other side, from where it’s a relatively easy walk up a couple of hundred steps to the colourfully-painted viewing platform. The path is easy to follow so you won’t get lost. At the bottom of the last staircase you may meet a warden who will ask you to sign a register – this is just so they can keep track of visitor numbers.

13/ Swim at Chechenal beach

From the mirador, you can also take a path down to the opposite side of San Miguel, where you’ll find Chechenal beach. The word ‘beach’ is possibly a little ambitious, but there is a small strip of sand and a rainbow-painted jetty for swimming off which is popular with local teens.

The water is clear and fresh here, and there are picnic benches and vendors selling drinks and snacks. You can also get here directly without going via the mirador, by asking any lancha driver to take you directly to Chechenal beach. Entry costs Q50 (£5.35 or $6.45) per person. 

14/ Do the 5-day hike to El Mirador Mayan ruins

For those of you who like your Maya ruins with a dose of real adventure, El Mirador is the place for you. The largest Maya site of them all, El Mirador is a magnificent complex of temples and palaces, most of which are still lost in dense jungle and have yet to be studied or restored.

There are no roads to get here, so the only way is either by helicopter, or via a challenging trek through the thick and humid rainforest. El Mirador hikes start from Flores and take 5-6 days, but according to those that have been there, are well worth it for the chance to explore Maya ruins that have barely been seen by human eyes for over 1000 years.

15/ Explore Uaxactun Mayan ruins

If a five-day jungle hike seems like too much (and I don’t blame you!), there’s one more set of Mayan ruins that are worth considering, and that’s the complex at Uaxactun.

Uaxactun is about 12 miles from Tikal and is another, smaller Maya city with plazas and temples. Although close to Tikal, the two city states were bitter rivals and warred constantly until Tikal conquered Uaxactun in 378 AD.

Today the site is not as impressive as Tikal and Yaxha, but is still worth visiting if you like your Maya ruins without the crowds.

16/ Get close to spider monkeys at Monkey Island

Monkey Island is an island in a private nature reserve that belongs to the luxury Las Lagunas hotel. The reserve covers 200 acres and includes five lagoons, one of which is where Monkey Island is located.

However you don’t need to stay in the hotel to visit, you can can also visit the nature reserve on a day trip from Flores.

The island is home to a colony of spider monkeys. You’re not allowed to set foot on the island, but you can take a boat cruise around the shore and the monkeys will come down to be fed when they hear the sound of the boat approaching. Contact the hotel for more information about how to visit.

17/ See rescued wildlife at ARCAS

ARCAS Wildlife Rescue Centre is located on an island on Lake Petén Itza, about a 10-minute boat ride from Flores.

It was founded in 1989 to combat habitat loss and the illegal pet trade, and today is home to a rescue and rehabilitation centre for animals including spider and howler monkeys and scarlet macaws. Tourists can’t visit the rehabilitation centre, but if you’re a really keen wildlife lover you can volunteer there, or there’s a nature trail where you can do a small tour in Spanish to see animals rescued from the illegal pet trade that wouldn’t be able to survive in the wild.

18/ Take Spanish lessons

Guatemala is often recognised as being one of the best places in the world to learn Spanish. It’s one of the cheapest countries to live in and travel around, and the Spanish spoken here is much clearer and easier to understand than in many other places. So if you have time, why not combine your stay in Flores with a few Spanish lessons?

Dos Mundos Spanish School offers one-to-one or group classes, and can also help you arrange tours, homestay accommodation, or volunteering opportunities.

Flores Guatemala hotels: where to stay

Budget and mid-range hotels in flores.

• Los Amigos Hostel: Frequently touted as the best place to stay in Flores, this friendly and colourful hostel deserves all the accolades it gets. With dorms for the budget-conscious as well as clean and comfortable private rooms, Los Amigos also has a buzzing bar, a restaurant serving some of the best food in town, and a in-house travel agency. I stayed here a week, and the staff were some of the friendliest and most helpful I met in my entire time in Guatemala.
• Mayan Spirit Hotel, San Miguel : I visited this one on a day trip to see some friends who were staying here. Hotels on the San Miguel side are much cheaper as they’re not on the island proper, so you get more bang for your buck. To compensate for the location, your room rate includes 2 return boat trips to Flores island between 6 am and 9 pm daily.
• Zapote Tree Inn: Also on San Miguel, this hotel has a garden full of colourful birds, a tiny pool, and gorgeous views of Flores. One return boat trip a day is included in your room rate.

Flores Guatemala luxury hotels

• Isla de Flores Hotel: The fanciest hotel on the island, Isla de Flores is the sister hotel of the atmospheric Jungle Lodge at Tikal, and staff can arrange tours and transport for you there.
• La Lancha: Located about an hour from Flores, this luxury eco retreat is owned by the film director Francis Ford Coppola.
• Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel: Another tropical paradise retreat about 10 minutes from Flores, with an infinity pool, spa, museum, and even a helipad if you want to arrive in style.

Flores Guatemala restaurants and bars: where to eat

During my week in Flores I tried to eat in a different place for every meal, so I ended up trying quite a lot of different cafés, bars and restaurants! Here are some of my favourite places – all have great views and good food, though note that service was slow almost everywhere – but that seems to be Guatemala for you!

• Maple y Tocino: Home of the best brunch in Flores. Try the Four Seasons waffle with four different toppings including bacon and egg and banana caramel for heaven on a plate.

• Secret Garden at Los Amigos: The leafy space inside Amigos hostel is chilled out eatery by day, and buzzing bar and restaurant by night. Huge portions, all delicious, and caters well to vegans and vegetarians. I’m not veggie but their spicy vegan bowl was so good I ate it twice.
• Maracuya: Secret Garden’s sister restaurant, they serve the same menu but with the addition of an airy terrace and lake views.
• Terrazzo: Probably Flores’ most popular restaurant, serving a huge range of dishes including steak, pasta and interesting salads, with fabulous lake views. The brownies and home-made gelato are legendary.

• La Casa de Enrico: Another lakeside restaurant, this time serving a modern take on some traditional Maya dishes. Worth a visit to try something authentically Guatemalan.
• Delirio Bakery: A cute-as-pie bakery with candy pink décor. Great for a light lunch, or to buy breakfast pastries for the road if you have an early start the next day.
• Casa Blanca: Located right on the water’s edge, a perfect spot for brunch or a sunset drink.

• Cool Beans Café: Budget café with a wide-ranging menu that caters well to vegans and veggies.
• Sky Bar: Rooftop bar perfect for watching the sunset with a cocktail.
• Mango’s Bar: Located in the centre of the island, with fabulous 360 degree views and plenty of choices on the menu.

How to get to Flores de Guatemala

Getting to flores by air.

The quickest and easiest way to get to Flores is to fly from Guatemala City. There are usually 4-5 flights a day from La Aurora Airport in Guatemala City to Flores’ Mundo Maya international Airport. Flights take 45 minutes and typically cost roughly US100 for a single trip.

Note that it’s a small plane and the luggage allowance is only 20 lb (about 9 kg), but excess baggage charges aren’t too extortionate. My backpack weighed 17 kg so I had to pay a $17 excess fee which I didn’t think was so bad.

Be aware that the overhead lockers are also tiny (my camera bag had to go on an empty seat as it wouldn’t fit either in the bin or under the seat), so if you’re travelling hand luggage only with a bigger backpack , you may need to check it in.

From Flores Mundo Maya airport, it’s just a short taxi ride to Flores itself.

Getting to Flores Guatemala by public bus

It’s easy to travel to Flores by public bus from Guatemala City.

Buses from Guatemala City to Santa Elena (where the Flores bus terminal is) take about 10 hours and depart a few times day. There are three different bus companies you can use: FDN (Fuente del Norte), ADN (Autobuses del Norte) or Linea Dorada. FDN also offer the ‘Maya de Oro’ 1 st class night bus service which is the most comfortable way to travel.

If you’re coming from Antigua or Lake Atitlan, it’s probably best to get a shuttle back to the city and then get the 1 st class night bus.

Getting to Flores by tourist shuttle

Another easy way to get to Flores is by tourist shuttle, which are smaller minibuses that cater to tourists only. They are safe, quick and reliable, can be booked directly through your hotel or hostel and will usually pick you up and drop you off door to door.

Shuttles to Flores run from Semuc Champey (Lanquín or Cobán), Antigua , and Rio Dulce , and typically take between 7-9 hours depending on where you’re coming from.

Adrenalina Tours offer a range of shared tourist shuttles to and from Flores, including to places in Mexico and Belize. Shuttles need to be reserved 48-72 hours in advance.

Read more: Is Guatemala Safe? 60+ Practical Tips For Safe Travel In Guatemala

How to get to Flores from Belize

If you’re coming to Guatemala from Belize, your first stop will be Flores. In fact after Guatemala City, Flores is the most popular point of arrival for visitors entering Guatemala.

To get to Flores from Belize you can either take a short flight from Belize City, take a public bus, or a tourist shuttle.

Public buses are run by Autobuses FDN and depart once a day.

Adrenalina Tours can arrange tourist shuttles from several destinations in Belize including Belize City, Caye Caulker or Belmopan.

Visiting Flores in Guatemala: FAQs

Weather in flores guatemala.

Flores is in the Peten region of northern Guatemala, which is a hot, tropical region. It’s hot pretty much all the time, but the humidity and rainfall may vary. When I went, in early May, it was about 35 degrees C and extremely hot and sweaty.

In Guatemala the rainy season is between May and October and the dry season is between November and April. If you visit Flores during the rainy season, you should expect cloudy mornings and rainy afternoons, while in the dry season you can expect it to be much drier, though still with some rain – this is the ‘rainforest’, after all!

In extreme cases during the rainy season the roads and trails around the archaeological sites may become flooded or even impassable.

Since you’ll probably be doing a lot of outdoorsy stuff while you’re in Flores, the best time to visit is definitely during the dry season, if you can.

Is Flores Guatemala safe?

Before I went to Flores, I heard a few disturbing stories about people getting ripped off. There’s even a section in the Rough Guide about Flores ‘coyotes’ (ticket touts) who will try to sell you tickets at inflated prices or to tours that don’t exist. Others may try to convince you that your bus or tour has been cancelled in order to sell you a new, fake ticket.

The easiest way to avoid being ripped off is not to engage with or give money to anyone random, and don’t buy tickets from touts on the buses. Always buy your tickets and tours from your hotel or hostel, or from one of the proper tour agencies with offices in town. And if someone you don’t know tells you something is shut or cancelled, double check before trusting this information.

I bought all my tickets either from the travel agency inside Amigos Hostel, or from Getaway Travels which has an office in the centre of the old town.

In terms of personal safety, the Isla de Flores is pretty safe. I walked around during the day with my camera out, took photos at sunset, and walked back from bars after dark by myself with no problems. Of course, you should be sensible, don’t get too drunk, and don’t walk back alone if it’s very late or you are under the influence, but as long as you are careful, you’ll be fine.

Other suburbs like Santa Elena are considered less safe, so avoid going there after dark, especially if you’re alone.

Is Flores Guatemala worth visiting?

Flores is a cute and colourful little town with some really great restaurants and bars, and loads to see and do. It’s the heart of the Maya world and it’s pretty well set up for tourism, with plenty of hotels and tour agencies. I found it the perfect balance between touristy enough to have everything you need and plenty of choice of tours, and not so touristy that everything felt fake and crowded.

I found it pretty easy to meet people to hang out with on my tours and in hostels, and I loved my time in Flores. So if you’re going to Guatemala, I 100% recommend you add it to your Guatemala itinerary .

How many days should I spend in Flores Guatemala?

Most people only stay a couple of days in Flores. They fly in, head straight to Tikal for a day, and then leave. Personally, I think this is too short, but if you’re pushed for time and that’s all you can manage, fair enough.

Realistically you’re unlikely to have an entire week to spare like I did – if you do then great! But if you can, I think three to five days would be a good amount of time to spend in Flores.

A suggested itinerary for Flores Guatemala

With so many things to choose from, there’s any number of ways you could spend a few days in Flores. Below is my suggested itinerary for a 4-day stay, though of course you could substitute these activities with others from the list above if they sound more up your street.

• Day 1: Arrival. If you’re coming on an overnight bus or a flight, try to arrive in the morning. Spend the afternoon booking your tours and exploring the town, and in the evening watch sunset over the lake.
• Day 2: Day trip to Tikal. Possibly spend the night in the jungle at Tikal and return to Flores the next morning.
• Day 3: A chilled out day around the town. Have a lazy brunch at Maple Y Tocino , spend a couple of hours in El Remate, go swimming in the lake, take a boat ride, hike up to the mirador, or visit Chechenal beach.
• Day 4: Another day tour – possibly to Yaxha , the Blue Crater, or Ixpanpajul.
• Day 5: Leave

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Top 20 Things to Do in Flores, Guatemala

by Julie | Nov 6, 2022 | Guatemala , Travel

Are you planning a trip to Guatemala and want to see the ruins of Tikal, but you’re not sure how to do it? Or you’re not sure what else there is to do in Flores besides the ruins? In this travel guide, you’ll find a list of 20 fun things to do in Flores along with detailed info on visiting Tikal and seeing the sunrise there.

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For over 2,000 years, the Maya civilization flourished in Guatemala , Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, and southern Mexico. They created works of art and architecture to rival those of the ancient Egyptians and the Khmers of Cambodia.

At the height of its glory, all the city-states of the Maya world allied themselves to one of two superpowers—the Kingdom of Tikal in Guatemala or the Snake Kingdom of Calakmul in Mexico.

The Maya of Tikal built magnificent temples, pyramids, and palaces and carved beautiful sculptures and motifs on their temple walls. They controlled a vast trade network in jade, obsidian, and cacao that flowed from Mexico to Honduras.

The people of Tikal, like everyone else in the Maya world, used a complex calendar to guide their life, recorded their history using a sophisticated writing system, prayed to a rain god, a maize god, and a feathered serpent, and practiced bloodletting and human sacrifices to appease these gods.  They believed that the world was created by twin boys who had defeated the gods of the Underworld by playing a game with a rubber ball.

And then between 800 and 900 CE, Tikal along with the rest of the Maya city-states, mysteriously collapsed. Drought? War? Famine? Deforestation? No one knows for sure. The Maya left and the jungle devoured the temples, pyramids, and palaces of Tikal.

These magnificent structures were eventually rediscovered and today you can easily visit Tikal and see the remains of Maya’s past glory. You can climb over its temples and palaces and up to the top of its pyramids to watch the sun rise over the jungle.

In this Flores travel guide, I’ll explain how you can visit Tikal and how you can see the sunrise and sunset from its pyramids.

But where did the Maya go after Tikal collapsed?

They either migrated to the Yucatan of Mexico or the highlands of Guatemala. However, in the fifteenth century, some returned after being expelled from Chichen Itza. These were the Maya Itza, and they settled on an island in Lago de Peten Itza, 40 miles (60 kilometers) from Tikal. Today this island is called Isla de las Flores or simply, Flores .

The Itza thrived on their tiny island, building temples, pyramids, and works of art. But then in the early 1500s, the Spaniards came and conquered the Aztecs and Maya of Mexico and Central America.

There was one group of Maya that refused to be conquered, though. These were the Itza on the island of Flores. They manage to hold onto their independence until 1697 when the Spanish defeated them and destroyed their temples and pyramids. Today nothing remains of the Itza’s magnificent structures.

Today any remnants of the Maya kingdom are gone on Flores. Instead, hotels, travel agencies, restaurants, and bars catering to tourists visiting Tikal have taken their place.

Still, the island is charming but with a touch of scruffiness. There are cobblestoned streets, a quaint town square with a white-washed adobe church,  colorful buildings, and beautiful sunsets. But if you look closely, you’ll also see buildings that have been neglected over the years. They’re falling apart and their exteriors are covered in dirt and mold.

In this guide, I’ll share with you all the things you can do in Flores besides exploring Tikal. You’ll also learn how to get to Flores and how to get around the Lake Peten area.

Check out my 2022-2023 Guatemala Travel Guide for more tips, tricks, ideas, and inspiration for visiting the land of eternal spring. You’ll find over 15 travel articles to help you explore the history, culture, food, and natural beauty of Guatemala.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

About flores and tikal.

• How to Get to Flores
• How to Get Around Flores
• Top Things to Do in Flores
• Where to Stay in Flores
• Conclusions

Before we start looking at what to do in Flores, let’s get some essential facts out of the way like what is the relationship between Flores and Tikal.

Located in the department (state) of Peten, Flores is the main municipality of this area of Guatemala. There are about 100,000 people living in the municipality. Flores is made up of 2 parts:

• Island of Flores (1) – This is the cultural and tourism center of the city and makes for a great place to base yourself in. There are lots of hotels, travel agencies, tour boats, bars, and restaurants on the island. Tourist shuttles arrive in Flores and depart from Flores. It’s connected to Santa Elena via a bridge.
• Santa Elena (2) – This is the commercial and residential hub of Flores. It’s located on the shore of Lake Peten. You’ll find the airport and the main bus station for buses going to the Mexico and Belize borders, Rio Dulce, Sayaxche, and El Remate in Santa Elena. Very few tourists stay here and it’s overall not a pleasant city to be in.

The island of Flores is connected to Santa Elena by a causeway.

Tikal National Park is located 40 miles or 65 kilometers from Flores. It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to get there by tourist shuttle or public bus. There are 4 hotels right outside the entrance to the park.

For info on getting to Tikal, jump to the section on Tikal National Park .

The other standout feature of Flores and Tikal is Lake Peten Itza. Surrounding the lake are several towns. They have hotels and hostels that are sometimes a better value than anywhere else in the area.

• El Remate – This is a tranquil town on the eastern shore of Lake Peten. You can find many mid-range and budget hotels for great value here. It’s a great place to base yourself.
• San Andres and San Juan – Two small towns on the western shore of Lake Peten. There are only a handful of mid-range and high-end hotels here.
• San Miguel – A village across from Flores. A few mid-range hotels along the shore and on a hill overlooking the lake. Friends of mine stayed at Hotel Mayan Spirit in San Miguel and loved it.

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How to get to Flores, Guatemala

There are several different ways you can get to Flores.

• Flight from Guatemala City or Belize City (US$60 – $160)
• Tourist shuttle from Antigua, Rio Dulce , Semuc Champey, Belize, and Palenque, Mexico (US$23 – $60)
• Coach or luxury bus from Guatemala City (US$48 – $76)
• Colectivo (public minivans) from Mexico and Belize borders and Rio Dulce (US$5 – $20)

Here is a photo I took at Los Amigos Hostel of tourist shuttle prices leaving from Flores to different destinations in Guatemala , Belize, and Mexico:

Here are the important transport locations in Flores and Santa Elena:

• International Airport Mundo Maya in Santa Elena
• Public bus station in Santa Elena   – colectivos (public minivans) and public buses arrive here from Rio Dulce, the border of Belize and Mexico; expect to pay Q10 for a tuk-tuk to Flores
• Bus stop on Flores island – tourist shuttles arrive here and leave from here; catch tuk-tuks to Santa Elena

You can read about all the different ways to get into Guatemala in this article on preparing for your trip to Guatemala.

1. From Antigua to Flores

The BEST way to get from Antigua to Flores is by tourist shuttle. It’s easy, safe, and convenient.

I paid US$60 and bought my ticket from A Viajar Guatemala travel agency . You can also ask your hotel in Antigua for help in purchasing a shuttle ticket.

The shuttle picked me up from my hotel at 6:00 am, stopped in Rio Dulce to pick up more people at around 2:00 pm, and got to Flores at around 6:00 pm. The shuttle dropped everyone off at the bus stop on Flores island ( Map #3 ). I happened to be the ONLY person on the shuttle from Antigua to Rio Dulce.

There are no public buses that go directly from Antigua to Flores. You need to take a bus to Guatemala City and then transfer to another bus there. The price is actually more expensive than the direct shuttle.

If you’re looking for a place to stay in Antigua, check out my guide to the BEST hotels and hostels in the city.

A word of warning about traveling in Guatemala: Bus and shuttle drivers are not always the safest drivers in Central America. They push themselves to get to their destination as quickly as possible so don’t take enough breaks. My shuttle driver drove 12 hours from Antigua to Flores taking only one break! When we got to Flores, he looked like he had been in a war. Didn’t he need to use the bathroom more than once? I also have a friend who was on a shuttle recently from Nicaragua to Guatemala and her driver fell asleep at the wheel and ended up in an accident!

2. From Guatemala City to Flores

From Guatemala City, you can either fly or take a bus.

There are several nonstop flights a day from Guatemala City to Flores. Flights leave morning, afternoon, and evening. You can book a flight with either Avianca or TAG Airlines. The flight takes 1 hour and usually costs between US$60 and $160 one way.

There are 2 bus companies that can transport you from Guatemala City to Flores in relative comfort. Buses arrive at the bus terminal in Santa Elena. The bus ride to Flores takes around 10 hours.

• Maya de Oro Bus Company – There are usually 4 buses a day (3 night and 1 day). They leave from the Maya de Oro Starbuses Terminal in Guatemala City. Take the night bus as the day bus arrives in the evening and it usually arrives late anyway. Tickets cost between US$48 and $76 depending on the level of luxury. They have both coach buses and luxury buses.
• Fuente del Norte Bus Company – Buses leave from the Fuente del Norte Bus Terminal in Guatemala City.

3. From Semuc Champey/Lanquin to Flores

To go directly from Semuc Champey to Flores, your only option is a tourist shuttle. It takes 8 hours.

I did this route from Flores to Semuc Champey and then a few days later back to Flores. My bus left at 8:00 am from the bus stop on Flores island ( Map #3 ) and arrived in Lanquin at 4:00 pm. I bought my ticket from Getaway Travels in Flores for Q175 (US$25) and the return ticket on the shuttle when I arrived in Lanquin.

To get to Flores from Semuc Champey by public bus requires a bus to Copan and then another one to Flores.

4. From Rio Dulce to Flores

You can get to Flores easily by public transport or shuttle bus from Rio Dulce . It usually takes 4 hours.

I took a tourist shuttle from Flores to Rio Dulce. It cost Q160 (US$23) and left at 6:00 am and arrived at 10:00 am at Rio Dulce Travel Agency .

When I took the shuttle from Antigua to Flores, it also stopped at Rio Dulce Travel Agency to pick up more passengers. The guy who runs the agency is helpful and professional. He helped arrange my tourist shuttle from Rio Dulce to La Ceiba, Honduras, making sure I had all the necessary documents.

An alternative to the tourist shuttle is a public bus with Fuente del Norte. You can buy tickets from the Transporte Fuente del Norte office in Rio Dulce . Across the street is another bus terminal that I’ve visited. They might also have buses to Flores.

Check out this list of 15 fun things to do in Rio Dulce . It includes a detailed guide on where to stay as well.

5. From Belize to Flores

You can get from Belize to Flores by local transport for a reasonable price or by tourist shuttle for a minimum of US$30.

It’s pretty easy to get to Flores from Belize. You can read this article on how to exactly cross the border and get to Flores from San Ignacio , Belize City, Caye Caulker, and San Pedro.

Check out this guide on how to cross the border back to Belize from Guatemala .

6. From Palenque, Mexico to Flores

I haven’t done the Palenque to Flores route, but I have visited Palenque. There’s a terrific travel agency called Tulum Travels that I used for all my tours. This agency was selling tourist shuttle tickets from Palenque to Flores for MXN$700 (US$35) in 2021. Shuttles left at 6:00 am or 9:00 am and arrived in Flores at 4:00 pm.

Check out my guide to Palenque for info on the agency.

For more information on traveling around Guatemala, you can visit my guide on everything you need to know for visiting Guatemala.

How to get around Flores

Flores is a really small island. You can easily get anywhere on foot, but if you need transport, there are tuk-tuks that park at the Flores bus stop.

To travel between Flores island and Santa Elena, you can walk or take a tuk-tuk. It cost me Q5 in January 2022.

Most people get to the attractions outside of Flores by joining a tour. Here is info on the tours that were running when I was in Flores:

Things to do in Flores – Top 20

These are the 20 top things to do in Flores. Some things you can easily do from Flores by yourself or by boat. Other things require taking public transportation, driving a car, or joining a tour.

1.      Visit the ruins of Tikal

ENTRANCE FEE : Q150 (US$20) | OPEN: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm| LOCATION: Google Maps

The main reason I visited Flores (and most people as well) was to see Tikal. It is one of THE top three Mayan ruins in the world. The other two are Chichen Itza and Palenque in Mexico.

And it was definitely worth it!

Tikal was one of the two most powerful kingdoms during the height of the Maya civilization. It built many stunning pyramids, temples, and palaces and carved some cool motifs on its palace and temple walls.

Out of the 20 Mayan ruins I’ve been to, Tikal has by far the most pyramids. It’s becoming rare these days to be able to climb to the top of the ruins, but at Tikal, you can climb to the top of 3 of the pyramids: Temple II, Temple IV, and the Lost World Pyramid.

Get there as early as you can to avoid the crowds and the heat and humidity. The place opens at 6:00 am and I highly recommend being at the ticket window when it opens at 6:00 am. Tourist shuttles leave Flores at 4:00 or 4:30 am.

The park is huge, so expect to spend at least half a day wandering around the ruins.

Sadly, you won’t find any explanations of the structures in the park, so it’s good to get a guide or use a guidebook. I recommend the book, Maya Ruins Tikal and Copan from Approach Guides , and another book from this list of books on the Maya .

I signed up for a cheap guided tour through an agency in Flores, but I didn’t like my guide, so I just wandered around on my own. My advice: Don’t skimp on the guide. Ask around and make sure it’s a good one.

Try doing a day tour with Get Your Guide . Booking through them gives you a way to complain if you’re dissatisfied with your tour.

• Tikal Day Tour from Flores with Lunch – RATING: 4.8 (40 Reviews); US$80 – CHECK REVIEWS & BOOK TOUR HERE

How to get to Tikal:

• Tourist shuttles for Tikal leave early in the morning from the bus stop in Flores ( MAP ). They arrive at the Tikal ticket booth at 6:00 am. Book the shuttle the day before through your hotel or a travel agency in Flores or El Remate.
• Take an ATIM minibus from the bus station in Santa Elena ( MAP ). They leave Flores between 6:30 am and 3:00 pm. They return to Flores in the afternoon. Ask about times. It takes about 2 hours to get to Tikal.

2.      See the sunrise or sunset over Tikal

COST FOR FOREIGNERS: Q150 entrance fee + Q100 for sunrise tour; Q100 for sunset tour | TIME OF SUNRISE TOUR : 4:00 am – 6:00 am; TIME OF SUNSET TOUR : 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

One of the most popular things to do in Flores is to see the sunrise over the Tikal ruins.

The BEST way to do this is to stay in one of the 4 hotels that are located at the entrance to the park . You can read my guide on the best places to stay in Flores and Tikal for ideas.

When I was in Flores in 2021, ONLY people staying at a hotel in Tikal could do the sunrise tour. I don’t think is the case anymore.

If you’re staying at a hotel in the park, you’ll most likely meet at around 4:00 am. If you’re staying in El Remate, expect to leave around 3:00 am and from Flores at 2:00 am. I wouldn’t do the sunrise if I weren’t staying in the park.

Most guides take you to Temple IV to watch the sunrise.

The only problem with doing the sunrise tour is that there’s a VERY good chance that it will be so foggy that you won’t see anything. However, if it’s a clear day, the view is unforgettable!

How to book a sunrise tour?

It’s actually REALLY easy to book a sunrise tour once you get to Flores or your hotel in Tikal. You can arrange it with your hotel in Tikal. Contact them before you arrive or wait until you get there to sign up.

If you’re staying in Flores or El Remate, I’m not sure if there are tours going there for the sunrise. Like I said, they weren’t when I was there, but that could have been a COVID thing. If they are, you should be able to sign up for the tour when you get there.

You cannot enter the park on your own before 6:00 am and after 6:00 pm. Instead, you must enter with a certified guide if you want to see the sunrise or sunset. Most hotels in Tikal offer the sunrise group guided tour for between US$15 – $35.

In addition to the guide, you have to purchase 2 additional tickets for a total of Q250 (US$33) :

• Normal entrance fee for Tikal National Park – Q150 (US$20)
• Special sunrise entrance fee – Q100 (US$13)

3.  Visit the Yaxha Maya Ruins

ENTRANCE FEE: Q80 (US$10.43) | BEST TIME TO SEE RUINS: 12:00 pm – sunset | LOCATION: Google Maps

If you’re looking to visit another set of Maya ruins while in Flores, then definitely do Yaxha.

This is the third largest archaeological site in Guatemala after Tikal and El Mirador. There are over 500 structures including 9 pyramids, 2 ballcourts, and 40 stelae as well as a network of causeways that connect the different sections of the city to each other and to the lake.

Yaxha, which means “green-blue-water,” is one of the few Maya sites that retained its original name. Tikal’s original name used to be the unimpressive-sounding “Mut”.

The highlight of Yaxha is being able to watch the sunset over Lake Yaxha and Lake Sacnab from the top of one of the pyramids.

How to get to Yaxha?

One of the most frustrating things about Flores is how remote the archaeological sites are and how difficult it is to get to them on your own.

Getting to Yaxha by public transportation is doable but getting back is nearly impossible, especially if you want to stay for the sunset.

The best thing to do is to join a tour or drive there on your own with your own vehicle. Many tour operators in Flores and hotels in Tikal and El Remate sell group tours to the ruins that set off at noon.

I signed up for a tour with a travel agency in Flores. I paid Q160 (US$21) for transport and a guide. It did not include the park entrance fee of Q80 (US$10.43). Unfortunately, I was not happy with the guide as he stopped telling us much about Yaxha. Actually, I think at the end of the tour, everyone was so angry with the guide that they stopped listening to him.

I spoke to other travelers who booked a private guide online and they were really impressed with him.

Book a tour with Get Your Guide and if you’re not happy, you at least have someone to complain about it to:

• Day Trip to Yaxha from Flores with Lunch – This tour starts in the morning and ends with lunch. READ REVIEWS & BOOK TOUR HERE

4.   Explore the Uaxactun Maya Ruins

COST: Q50 | OPEN: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm | LOCATION: Google Maps

If you’re a Maya nerd like me then try to make it out to the Uaxactun archaeological site.

Uaxactun used to be a rival to Tikal during the early classic period until Tikal conquered it in the fourth century and made Uaxactun its vassal. They were never able to regain their prestige.

Its original name was Si’aan K’ann, which means Born in Heaven. Its current name, Eight Stones, was named by the famous archaeologist, Sylvanus Morley.

Since Uaxactun is a pre-classic and early classic site from 800 BCE – 387 CE, the pyramids and temples aren’t in great shape and the site is much smaller than Tikal and Yaxha. But you’ll most likely be alone when visiting the tours.

How to get to Uaxactun

Uaxactun is on the same road that passes by Tikal. But getting to Uaxactun and back to Flores is a true pain in the butt. One bus leaves from the bus station in Santa Elena in the afternoon and returns in the morning, so you’ll need to stay overnight at the village of Uaxactun.

I could not find a group tour to Uaxactun and hiring a private guide was way too expensive for me.

5.  Hike or take a helicopter to the ruins of  El Mirador

COST: Q2,800 (US$365)  | TIME: 1 or 5 days | LOCATION: Google Maps | TRAVEL OPERATOR:   Operadora de Turismo Cooperativa Carmelita | TRAVEL AGENCY: Tikal Go Tours

Tikal was the #1 reason I visited Flores.

The #2 reason was El Mirador.

I am an archaeology and history nerd and I just had to see El Mirador as it is over 2,000 years old and it was THE most powerful Maya kingdom during the pre-classic period (1000 BCE – 250 CE). The tallest pyramid in Mesoamerica is here as well as some stunning reliefs that look like they could have been carved yesterday.

There’s only one not-so-tiny problem.

The ruins are really difficult to get to.

They’re so difficult to get to that you need to either take an expensive helicopter ride or hike for 5 days (80 kilometers) there and back through the jungle.

El Mirador is located in the Maya Biosphere Reserve. There are no roads going to the ruins, and there are no cities, towns, or villages within 40 kilometers of the ruins.

Most travelers who do make it out to El Mirador do it more for the experience of getting there than actually seeing the ruins.

I really, really wanted to visit El Mirador, but I was worried that I wouldn’t be physically able to do the hike or afford the helicopter ride.

In the end, I did do the hike. I actually signed up for the El Mirador tour on my first full day in Flores, and later that evening I was in a 4-wheel drive truck driving out to the start of the trail in Carmelita.

At 20 kilometers a day, it is a long and tiring hike, but what saved me was that the terrain was relatively flat and the weather was perfect. I went in December when temperatures weren’t high, mosquitoes were non-existent, and the trails weren’t so muddy.

The best time to go is December to February.

How to visit El Mirador?

• Tikal Go Tours does helicopter rides and helicopter/hiking tours – A helicopter ride is US$550; a helicopter and 1 night of camping at El Mirador is US$1200 – $1800 and a 2-day hike and helicopter ride is US$950.

• Operadora de Turismo Cooperativa Carmelita in Flores does the trek. I went with this tour operator. They were charging Q2,800 (US$365) in December 2021. I recommend paying extra for a translator as my guide didn’t know any English. If you don’t know Spanish, you won’t learn anything about El Mirador.
• Dinastía Kan is a popular tour company that does the El Mirador hike. They also have a Facebook page.

6.   Hang out at Jorge’s Rope Swing

ENTRANCE FEE: Q25 (US$3.26)  | OPEN:   9:00 am – 7:00 pm   | LOCATION: Google Maps

I highly recommend spending a day in Flores doing something that does NOT involve a pile of rocks. I mean an ancient ruin. One place worth visiting is Jorge’s Rope Swing. A VERY popular place with foreign backpackers.

Jorge’s is a small place on the shore of Lake Peten. It can only be reached by boat. There’s a restaurant that serves a handful of not-so-great dishes and beer and soft drinks, some hammocks, and rope swings that you can use to jump into the water. People basically just hang out, drink beer, lie in hammocks, swim, and jump in the water. It’s very chill.

I kayaked out to the Jorge’s at around 9:00 am. When I arrived, there were only 2 other people there. But by the time noon came around, the tiny place was packed. I left at 1:00 pm.

How to get to Jorge’s Rope Swing

You can pay a boat driver Q100 to take you there and back or you can rent a kayak from Maracuya Restaurant for Q50 a day.

7.   Get stunning views from Mirador de Canek

COST: FREE | LOCATION: Google Maps

At around 9:00 or 10:00 am, hop on a small public boat (cost Q5) and head across the lake to the village of San Miguel. Don’t stay in the village. Go left along a narrow path and through a forest. Unfortunately, there are no signs telling you where to go. Just ask the locals.

You’ll eventually come to a wooden tower in the woods. This is Mirador de Canek. Climb up the tower. Once you get to the top, you’ll find yourself above the tree tops with stunning 360-degree views of Lake Peten, Flores, and all of its surroundings.  It’s the best way to understand how big and impressive Lake Peten really is.

After climbing down the tower, continue your walk through the forest to the next thing on this list: Playa Chechemel.

8.  Go swimming at Playa Chechenal

COST: Q15 (US$2) | LOCATION: Google Maps

After taking in the views of Lake Peten from Mirador de Canek, walk for 30 to 40 minutes to Playa Chechemal, a lakeside spot where you can lie in a hammock (Q10) and hang out by the water for an afternoon.

The water is pretty clean and clear, so it’s a good place to swim. Make sure that you’ve brought some lunch with you as there are no restaurants here.

Playa Chechemal is popular with locals, so go on a weekday to avoid the crowds.

How to get to Playa Chechemal and back:

• Rent a kayak for Q50 from Maracuya Restaurant or Kayaks en Flores and paddle out and back yourself
• Charter a boat for around Q200 (US$25.50)
• Take a public boat (Q5) from Flores to San Miguel and then walk for 40-60 minutes to Playa Chechemal. Stop at Mirador de Canek along the way for stunning views of Lake Peten and Flores. Then take a boat for Q20 (US$3) back to Flores at the end of your stay.

9.  Go swimming at Tres Naciones Beach

COST: Q10 | OPEN: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm | LOCATION: Google Maps

Another amazing lakeside spot you can visit for a swim is at the beautiful Tres Naciones Beach. The water here is an amazing turquoise blue.

Sadly, this place is hard to get to from Flores. You need a 4×4 or a boat. It’s too far to kayak from Flores. However, it’s quite doable by kayak or canoe from El Remate. And so worth it!

Bring food as there are no restaurants. There might be a small store selling drinks and snacks, though.

10. Visit the blue waters of Crater Azul

COST: US$60 (transport and tour) | LOCATION: Google Maps

The next thing I want to mention on this list of things to do in Flores is a place I didn’t get a chance to visit because there was a transportation strike going on in Guatemala.

I’m now kicking myself that I didn’t try harder to go because the photos of Crater Azul are gorgeous. It has the clearest blue water I’ve ever seen. The water is so clear that you can the fish swimming around and the plants at the bottom.

To get to Crater Azul, you need to go to the town of Sayaxche. Then take a boat from the shore of Rio De La Pasion until you get to El Puca stream, where you’ll find the blue crater. You can get out of the boat and swim in the water.

Travel agencies in Flores offer trips to Crater Azul at a crazy price of US$60 per person. But I think you can do it on your own by going to Sayaxche by bus from the bus station in Santa Elena. Just make sure to get a bunch of people together because you need to pay a boat driver to take you to the crater. For just one person, it’ll be super expensive.

I’ve been told that it’s uber-popular with locals so to avoid the crowds, go on a weekday.

11. Go kayaking around Lake Peten

COST: Q50 (US$6.52) for all-day rental | KAYAK RENTING: Maracuya Restaurant & Kayak en Flores .

One of the top 3 things I did in Flores was to rent a kayak and paddle out to Jorge’s Rope Swing. But you don’t have to go to Jorge’s, you can take the kayak out anywhere around this peaceful lake.

It’s a great way to spend the day, and it’s a lot cheaper getting around the lake than paying a boat driver to take you somewhere.

But you need to rent the kayak in the morning before they’re all rented out by noon.

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12.  Take a boat tour around Lake Peten

COST: Q175/each (US$23)| BOAT TOUR RENTING: Google Maps

Taking a boat tour around Lake Peten is a popular way to see the different sights around the lake like Jorge’s Rope Swing, Mirador de Canek, the Petenchito Zoo/Rescue Center, or Playa Chechemal.

I didn’t do a boat tour because they were so expensive for one person and I preferred getting around by kayak.

I did run into 2 other travelers from Australia and France at Mirador de Canek who were doing a boat tour that day. They paid Q175 each for a boat ride around the lake and a stop at 3 places: Rope Swing, Mirador, and Petenchito Zoo/Rescue Center.

How to find boat tours:

• It was super easy finding boat tours. I just walked around the Malecon (the road around the island) and there were boat drivers on every side of the island calling out to me trying to sell me their boat tours.

13.  Go Ziplining at Ixpanpajul Natural Park

COST: US$10 – $75  | LOCATION: Google Maps | WEBSITE: Ixpanpajul

In my opinion, Central America is THE best place to go ziplining because of the proximity to the jungle and all the animals you can see. So if you’re sick of ancient ruins and the lake, then a trip out of Ixpanpajul Natural Park is a good way to spend the day.

Compared to Costa Rica, ziplining in Flores is also a VERY good deal at US$30.

If you don’t want to go ziplining, you can also just walk through the jungle on their 6 hanging bridges. Compared to Costa Rica, the price of US$25 is also awesome!

Ixpanpajul also has horseback riding and night tours through the jungle.

You can even stay overnight in the park in a tent, cabin, or bungalow. Not to worry if you don’t have your own tent. They rent them out for US$20 a person, which I think is pricey.

Check out their price list for activities

14.  Watch the sunset from the banks of Lake Peten

If you’re staying in Flores or even in El Remate or San Miguel (but especially Flores) and you step outside your hotel in the early evening, you cannot miss the gorgeous sunsets over Lake Peten.

When I was staying in Flores, I’d get some ice cream from this shop along the lake or some takeout and plop myself down on the edge of the lake and just watch the sun go down.  

Alternatively, you can also grab a table at one of the many restaurants and bars along the shore and watch the sunset.

15.  Have lunch or dinner at Maple & Tocino

COST: Menu | OPEN: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm  | LOCATION: Google Maps

I’m usually the type of traveler that eats local food, but the waffles and drinks at Maple & Tocino are so good that I kept on going back again and again. Plus, Flores isn’t known for having great Guatemalan food .

This amazing restaurant is located in a perfect place along the Malecon.

The restaurant specializes in waffles but they also serve crepes, sandwiches, pizza, donuts, and salads (I don’t recommend the salad, though). For drinks, they have smoothies, frappucinos, milkshakes, and these fabulous fruit drinks. All are served in these really cool tall glasses.

The staff is super friendly, and their WiFi is pretty good too.

I recommend getting the waffles cuatro estaciones (4-season waffle) and the maracuya sunset drink. So delicious! I’ve heard that the pollo con waffles (chicken and waffles) is also delicious!

Expect to spend Q56 – Q90 for an entrée like the waffles or pizza and Q20 – Q30 for a drink.

16.  Wander the streets of Flores Island

If you’re staying in Flores or San Miguel, take some time to just wander around the island. It’s small so it won’t take you long. Visit Parque Central where the main church is located. Definitely take a stroll all around the outer edge of the island. You’ll notice that part of it is sinking into the lake.  

I found that the morning was the best time to explore Flores. The island was so quiet and peaceful as most tourists were still sleeping.

17.  Grab a drink at the Sky Bar and watch the sunset

OPEN: 7:00 am – 9:00 pm  | LOCATION: Google Maps

A really popular place to watch the sunset is the Sky Bar during their Happy Hour . I just ordered a drink as I heard the food wasn’t so great. Service was fine.

When I was in Flores, the travel agencies were giving out coupons for free drinks at the Sky Bar.

18.  Grab a meal at Maracuya Restaurant

COST: Menu | OPEN: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm (Closed on W) | LOCATION: Google Maps

My other favorite restaurant in Flores was the very popular Maracuya Restaurant. Their salads are so delicious. Or maybe they just tasted so good because I’d been traveling for 8 months and I hadn’t had a salad in a restaurant since then (you shouldn’t eat raw fruits and vegetables at restaurants in Central America).

The restaurant serves more than just salads. They also have waffles, smoothie bowls, pizza, pasta, burgers, paninis, and a few Guatemalan dishes . It’s also a great place to go for vegetarian food.

Drinks aren’t as inventive as at Maples & Tocino, though. They have the typical beer, wine, cocktails, and smoothies.

Prices were about the same as anywhere else on the island. Entrees are priced from Q55 – Q90. Smoothies are from Q30 – Q35.

I also loved the restaurant’s relaxing atmosphere and friendly service.

You can rent kayaks from here at a price cheaper than anywhere else on the island.

Go for lunch or dinner. I actually wasn’t all that impressed with their breakfasts.

Here are some more restaurants that I ate at in Flores and that are still open:

• Cool Beans – popular restaurant, food was fine
• Bar y Restaurant Don Camaron – tacos were good, great location along the lake
• Restaurant Raices – popular restaurant, great location, a bit pricey
• Bamboo House Express – Chinese food, food was good and you could get chicken and broccoli dish for only Q35 – I used to order takeout from them and bring it to the edge of the lake and eat while the sun set.
• Restaurante Nakum – Guatemalan food, good food but nothing to write home about

19.  See animals at Petencito Zoo / ARCAS

COST: Q25 | OPEN: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm | LOCATION: Google Maps | WEBSITE: ARCAS Guatemala

Petencito Zoo is another place I didn’t visit. I’d heard mixed reviews. Some say it’s a rescue center while others say it’s a zoo and that animals are in poor condition and in poor surroundings. On the other hand, perhaps the rescue center doesn’t have enough money for better conditions.

Boat tours often take tourists to this zoo/rescue center. Alternatively, you can walk to it from San Miguel.

According to their website, their mission is “to build a rescue center to care for and rehabilitate wild animals that were being confiscated on the black market by the Guatemalan government.” They  also say that they rescue “between 300 and 600 animals of more than 40 species per year.”

I’m not fond of zoos personally as I don’t like caging animals but I do support rescue centers. I’ll leave it up to you whether you want to check it out. A lot of boat tours stop here.

20.  Go hiking in the Biotopo Cerro Cahui Nature Reserve

COST: Q50 | OPEN: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm | LOCATION: Google Maps

If you’re staying in El Remate or you just want to go for a strenuous hike, then a great thing to do is to visit Biotopo Cerro Cahui Nature Reserve. I wish I had been able to visit the Nature Reserve.

The park has 2 hiking trails: one short and one long at 5 kilometers. It takes between 2 and 4 hours. The trails go along the lake as well as to 3 lookout points with beautiful views over Lake Peten.

There are over 40 different mammal species such as spider and howler monkeys, tapirs, and white-tailed deer.

Where to Stay in Flores and Tikal

There are several villages around Lake Peten and Tikal where you can find a hotel, hostel, or Airbnb.

You can visit my article on where to stay in Flores . I break down all the different places to stay around Lake Peten and give you the pros and cons of each place. Then I recommend 2 or 3 places to stay.

The best website for finding a place to stay in Flores and Tikal is booking.com . Their site lists over 100 hotels, hostels, and private rentals around the Lake Peten area.

Here is a list of my favorite places to stay in Flores and the surrounding area:

Budget Accommodations

Hotel Petenchel  –  Booking.com  |  Agoda

If you’re on a budget and you really want a private room, then your best bet in Flores is Hotel Petenchel. It’s clean and quiet, and it has air conditioning and hot water. I stayed at a few budget and mid-range hotels and hostels in Flores, and this was probably the best of the bunch.  RATING: 8.1   Read reviews here

Alice Guesthouse  –  Booking.com  |  Agoda

This is a SUPER popular hostel located very close to the lake in El Remate. It has both dorm rooms and private rooms. You can book a tour of Tikal through the hostel.  RATING: 9.1   Read Reviews Here

Mid-Priced Accommodations

Jungle Lodge Tikal Hostal  –  Booking  |  Agoda

This hotel is right next to Tikal National Park. If you want to see the sunrise at Tikal, this is THE place to stay. It’s the highest-rated hotel near Tikal. There are no dorm rooms.  RATING: 8.6   Read Reviews Here

Luxury Accommodations

Las Lagunas Boutique Hotel  –  Booking.com  |  Agoda

This beautiful hotel is located in a secluded area surrounded by nature. and right on the lake. Wooden cabins with beautiful views of the lake. Great food and service.  RATING: 9.6   Read reviews here

Flores and Tikal FAQs

Where can i find an atm on flores.

You can find an ATM at this convenience store .

Where can I find laundry service on Flores?

I got my clothes washed at Petenchel Laundry . They had same-day service.

Where can I find a pharmacy on Flores?

I needed to go to Santa Elena to find a pharmacy. Luckily, there are several pharmacies are within walking distance of Flores. On 1a Calle are several pharmacies . 

Where to go after Flores?

There are so many great places to go after Flores.

By far my favorite places in Guatemala are Antigua , Chichicastenango , and Lake Atitlan . If you have more time add Rio Dulce , Quirigua , and Semuc Champey to your Guatemalan itinerary.

Since you’re so close to the Belize border , head on over to San Ignacio and Caye Caulker.

Mexico is also not too far away and the ruins and waterfalls of Palenque are the closest tourist destination to the border.

For more travel ideas for the region, check out my list of the top 20 destinations in Central America .

You might be interested in…

• Best Things to Do in Antigua: History, Culture, Food & Adventure
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• Chichicastenango Travel Guide
• Quirigua Travel Guide
• How to Cross the Border from Guatemala to Belize
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• 15 Best Books About Guatemala
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• Top 20 Things to Do in Flores
• Top 50 Things to Do at Lake Atitlan
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Flores, Guatemala Travel Guide

Flores Island in Guatemala is located in Peten, one hour south of Tikal. It is surrounded by the third biggest lake in Guatemala, Lake Peten Itza. The picturesque town of Flores Guatemala offers you the chance to enjoy stunning landscapes, cultural activities, plus, it is the gateway to most of the archaeological Mayan parks around the area.

This quiet Island is one of the 25 most colorful places in the world. It hosts a big concentration of restaurants, cafés and pubs to keep you busy during your stay. Flores is the perfect place to relax for a couple of days, combining it with awesome things to do like exiting excursions to the Crib of the Mayas, one of the biggest civilizations in the history of the world.

Things to do in Flores Guatemala

Visiting the flores island guatemala.

The best way to know this beautiful island is by walking around. Flores Guatemala is the safest place in the North of Petén and is an ideal place for travelers who enjoy water sports and contact with the nature. The Flores Island in Guatemala has earned popularity throughout the years for being the ideal base before and after your expeditions to the Mayan world hidden in the jungle of Guatemala.

Flores Guatemala has a rich concentration of Mayan architectonic treasures that will take you to the ancient times. Tikal is the best known for having the second tallest pyramid of its kind, and is one of the three physical places in Guatemala protected by the UNESCO. Create memorable experiences by trekking through the jungle of Guatemala or take a boat trip throughout Lake Peten Itza.

Peten offers an enormous amount of activities and attractions to give you the best experiences and memories about the world secrets’ civilization of the Mayas. A recent investigation published in February 2018 informed about the discovery of another amazing Mayan city hidden underneath the jungle. It was revealed that only about 10% of the Mayan Biosphere Reserve has been discovered. A popular destination with great vegetation, beautiful scenery and a stunning mystery about one of the oldest ancient civilizations is awaiting your visit in the North of Guatemala.

Flores Guatemala tours to other destinations near by

Tikal Tikal is among the world’s travel wonders and many are calling it one of the most spiritually powerful spots on earth. The monumental Mayan site with its towering pyramids looms out of the thick jungle canopy like stoic sentinels of ancient mysteries.

El Mirador/La Danta In El Mirador you will find La Danta, the biggest pyramid of the world. It is located in the middle of the Guatemalan's jungle. La Danta in El Mirador is only reachable by helicopter or on land with an authorized guide. This second option will immerse you into the tropical jungle for five days, until you reach this magical architectonic treasure. Embark on this lifetime adventure and witness the beauty of nature and Mayan civilization at its purest.

Uaxactun The city where the Mayas improved their writing and astrology was exploded. This architectonic site shows notable advances in astrology and time calculation. All of the temples are connected to each other from an astronomical perspective and is here where the oldest Astronomic Observatory was built by this incredible civilization.

Yaxha This is another famous archeological site in the northeast of the region. Is the third largest city in ruins and has covered around 237 square kilometers (92 sq mi). Wander around the area and enjoy the atmosphere of ancient times, surrounded by the flora and fauna that covers this old Mayan city. Hearing the monkeys scream and searching for crocodiles inside the lagoon is one of the biggest attractions of this place.

Shopping in Flores Guatemala

Many shops in Flores Guatemala offer souvenirs, jade and handicrafts shops for you to bring back home. There a couple of malls and you will find unique replicas of Mayan treasures.

Extensions from Flores/Tikal to Belize

Belize offers unspoiled travel destinations and has evolved for practicing Eco-tourism. Visit this magnificent piece of nature and enjoy bird sanctuaries, variety of wildlife and the second largest coral reef system in the world, Belize Barrier Reef. This beautiful country can easily be combined with your Guatemalan itinerary. Unique adventures and direct contact with the nature will inspire your senses.

San Ignacio San Ignacio is the largest settlement in Cayo District and the base for tourism activities throughout the area. Be adventurous and keep yourself active by going hiking, caving, zip lining and much more. Mayan ruins are also accessible from this point and local markets will keep you entertained.

Mountain Pine Ridge This natural reserve was established to protect and manage the Belizean pine forests. It is home to an extensive fauna, including jaguars, crocodiles, toucans, parrots and many more. In Barton Creek you can find a large river that is part of this stunning reserve and is accessible only by boat. A large number of Mayan relics were found along the river, so is believed that Mountain Pine Ridge was a place used for rituals.

Dangriga Means sweet waters in Garifuna. Dangriga has earned the name of "The Cultural Capital" since it mixes a lot of cultures and traditions. Enjoy Belize's most innovative musical forms and be part of the different adventures that never fail to impress visitors.

Placencia Placencia is perfect for those who enjoy water sports and outdoor adventures. Its lagoon lies west with a view towards the Mayan hills. Once a fishing village, this Placencia earned its popularity with the tourism hitting this part of the country and now has many attractions and entertainment for all tastes.

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Flores Guatemala Map and Location

Flores Guatemala is located in the middle of the Maya Biosphere Reserve. Implemented by UNESCO, this seeks to maintain the balance between human activities by including sustainability and conservation of the natural and protected areas. By bus or by car, travelers can reach from Guatemala City to Flores Guatemala in around 10 hours (normally a night bus), or by airplane, since Flores hosts the second international airport in Guatemala.

Flores, Peten

Northern Guatemala Population: 40,000 Elevation: 120 m/ 370 ft

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