Top Petén In the Air

Deep in the Mayan jungles of Petén lie the amazing ruins of El Mirador. Usually only accessible by a challenging 5-day hike through the jungle, this scenic helicopter tour takes you all the way from Flores to this remote working archaeological site and back in a day—with plenty of time left for a guided hike through the ancient pre-classic Mayan city, believed to have been built around 2,600 years ago.

Experience the natural beauty and historical highlights of Guatemala on this amazing 8-day adventure. A high-end flexi-trip, this private tour is great for people looking to explore all the amazing sights in Guatemala with all the logistics taken care of—from guided sightseeing tours, entry fees, internal transportation, and even a helicopter flight to ancient ruins in the jungle—while enjoying the flexibility of choosing their own accommodation and having an on-ground support team to help.

El Mirador is an archaeological site of the Late Preclassic period. During your visit, you will be able to observe several monumental structures much larger than the Jaguar pyramid in Tikal. La Data is one of those constructions, and it is the largest pyramid in the world by volume and the largest built by the Mayan civilization. After many investigations and excavations, it was determined that this city was occupied from 1,000 BC. until 150 AD and that its peak was from 500 to 300 BC and abandoned in 150 AD. There are many centuries of history here, and you will love knowing every detail with our expert guide. A very curious fact is that the American actor Morgan Freeman visited El Mirador as part of his program "The Story of God", in which he assures that if people want a truly historical experience, they should visit El Mirador in Petén. So come with us and enjoy this adventure with a team of professionals who will make this experience totally worth every penny.

Explore Tikal, one of the most important Mayan sites in Central America, on this extensive all-day small-group tour. Accompanied by a bilingual guide, you'll learn about local history and the flora and fauna. Visiting Tikal at sunset also allows you to explore the site with fewer tourists and during cooler temperatures.