Access hours and types of admission to Tikal National Park
Tikal National Park has clearly established access hours and admission modalities, with the objective of ensuring an orderly, safe experience that is respectful of the site’s cultural and natural heritage.
Regular access hours
Regular access to the park is available every day of the year, including Christmas, New Year’s Day, Holy Week, and public holidays (except in cases of force majeure), according to the following official schedule:
6:00 a. m. to 6:00 p. m.
During these hours, visitors may explore the site independently and without the need for a guide, provided they respect established regulations, marked routes, and official instructions.
Special access: sunrise and sunset
There are special admission modalities that allow visitors to enter the park outside regular hours, designed for those who wish to experience Tikal at specific times of the day.
SUNRISE TOUR
Approximately from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
SUNSET TOUR
Approximately from 6:00 p. m. to 8:00 p. m.
For these special admissions, it is mandatory to have a valid regular entrance ticket to the park, as well as the corresponding ticket for the tour.
In addition, visitors must be accompanied by an authorized guide. This service must be arranged independently by the visitor.
Types of visitors
The admission system distinguishes between different types of visitors, in accordance with current regulations. National and foreign visitors are required to pay the established fee according to their respective category.
Admission to Tikal National Park is free for children under 10 years of age. Children who have already turned 10 years old must pay the corresponding admission fee. Senior visitors are also required to pay the regular admission fee.
NATIONAL VISITORS
FOREIGN VISITORS
General admission rules
To protect the archaeological heritage and ensure the safety of all visitors, the following rules must be respected:
Carry your entrance ticket throughout the visit (digital tickets are accepted).
Follow marked routes and respect restricted areas.
Comply with instructions provided by authorized personnel.
Do not litter or dispose of waste within the site.
Do not damage, scratch, or alter archaeological structures, and do not climb structures that are not authorized for access.
