The Maya Biosphere Reserve in Northern Guatemala's Petén region is the largest intact tropical rainforest in Central America. Established in 1990, the 3.75 million-acre reserve protects seven core areas, including four national parks and three wildlife reserves called “Biotopos” in Spanish. Jaguars, tapirs, monkeys and peccaries call this region home. Half of Guatemala's 664 bird species live in the forest as well.
Once the center of the Maya civilization, Petén is home to hundreds of archeological sites and unexcavated mounds. The most renowned of these is the ancient Maya city, Tikal. Guatemala's beautiful natural resources and rich historical wonders are not solely for the admiring eyes of nature lovers. For Guatemalans the areas of biological diversity represent unique income generation possibilities. Travel to the Petén region has traditionally consisted of one to two day excursions. This has meant that local communities have received few benefits from tourism and visitors have missed opportunities to explore ecological, cultural, and other archaeological riches that Petén has to offer. To address these issues, we as Tikal Connection are working to commercialize community-based ecotourism businesses which will encourage visitors to explore the abundant beauty found in the Mayan Biosphere Reserve and an opportunity to interact with the locals who inhabit this protected area.
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CONTACT US
TIKAL CONNECTION TOUR OPERATOR
Mundo Maya International Airport
Santa Elena, Flores, Petén, Guatemala 17029
Tel: (502), 5871-1169
Skype: manuel.villamar
E-mail:
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OUR PARTNERS
Tikal Connection works with a wide number of partners to ensure an unforgettable experience for our clients. All of these partners are community based organizations that have been working with us for many years and by doing it, they have improved their business and life style.
- Comité de Turismo, Cooperativa Integral de Carmelita- El Mirador
- Asociación Comunitaria de Turismo de Carmelita- El Mirador
- Comité de Turismo, Comunidad de Paso Caballos- El Perú
- Comité de Turismo, Comunidad de El Cruce-Dos Aguadas- El Zotz-Tikal
- Eco-Escuela de Español, San Andrés
- Escuela Bio-Itzá, San José
- Comité de Turismo, Comunidad de La Máquina- Yaxhá
- Comité de Turismo, Comunidad de Bethel- Piedras Negras- Yaxchilán
- Comité de Turismo de Petexbatún- Ceibal- Aguateca- Dos Pilas
- Asociación de PyMes de Santa Elena- Ground services.
Tikal Connection is part of
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HOW TO GET HERE
Tikal Connection Tour Operator is located in Petén, Guatemala's largest province, comprising the northern third of Guatemala. This region is the heartland of the ancient Maya civilization, vestiges of which remain today. Travelers can visit many ancient Maya sites, including the world-renowned ruins of Tikal National Park, just an hour away from Flores.
There are various ways to reach Flores, Petén safely and affordably. Below is a list of companies providing transport services to Flores. We recommend you to check directly with these transport providers when planning your visit.
BY AIR FROM GUATEMALA CITY
TAG Airlines
Av. Hinapie y 18 Calle, Zona 13.
Guatemala City, Guatemala. C.A.
Phone: (502) 23 80 94 94
FAX: (502) 23 34 72 05
Reservations: (502) 23 80 94 01
(502) 23 80 94 02
FAX: (502) 2334-7205
General Information
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TACA
Avenida Hincapié 12-22, Zona 13 Guatemala
Monday through Friday 9:00am-8:00pm
Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm
PBX: (502) 2470-8222
Webpage: www.taca.com
BY AIR FROM BELIZE
TROPIC AIR
In the US or Canada call: 1-800-422-3435
In Belize call: 011-501 – 226-2012
Fax: 011-501-226-2338
P.O. Box 20
San Pedro, Ambergris Caye
Belize
Webpage: www.tropicair.com
E-mail:
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BY AIR FROM CANCÚN
TACA
Avenida Hincapié 12-22, Zona 13 Guatemala
Monday through Friday 9:00am-8:00pm
Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm
PBX Guatemala: (502) 2470-8222
Webpage: www.taca.com
BY BUS FROM GUATEMALA CITY:
LINEA DORADA
Tel. (502) 2415-8900, (502) 7767-5198
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ADN
Guatemala: Central Terminal
8a Avenida 16-41 Zona 1, Guatemala.
Tel: (502) 2251-0610, (502) 2251-0079, (502) 2251-0050
Petén: New Bus Terminal Santa Elena Petén.
Tel: (502)7924-8131, (502)7924-8151
Webpage: www.adnautobusesdelnorte.com
E-mail:
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FUENTE DEL NORTE
17 calle 8-46 zona 1, Guatemala City
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+502+2251-3817
BY BUS FROM CHETUMAL
LINEA DORADA
Tel. (502) 2415-8900, (502) 7767-5198
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SAN JUAN TRAVEL
San Juan Travel Bus Terminal
Central Park Santa Elena,
Tel: (502)7926-0041
E-mail:
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BY BUS FROM BELIZE
LINEA DORADA
Tel. (502) 2415-8900, (502) 7767-5198
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SAN JUAN TRAVEL
San Juan Travel Bus Terminal
Central Park Santa Elena,
Tel: (502)7926-0041
E-mail:
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