Holiday in Flores (Guatemala)
City in Guatemala — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇬🇹
Country
Guatemala
Type
City
Best time to travel
November to April (dry season, fewer mosquitoes)
Budget/day
50-80€: Boutique hotel, restaurants, private Tikal tour
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Guatemala City (approx. 14h with a layover), domestic flight to Flores (1h) or bus (8-10h).
About Flores (Guatemala)
Flores is a charming island town in Lake Petén, connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway — the gateway to the legendary Maya ruins of Tikal. The colorful, pastel-colored houses of the tiny island reflect picturesque in the lake, while the dense jungle of Petén begins all around. The relaxed atmosphere, affordable prices, and proximity to several Maya sites make Flores a popular backpacker hub in Guatemala.
Top 4 highlights in Flores (Guatemala)
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Tikal
The mighty Maya city (1h drive) with 70m high pyramids above the rainforest canopy is one of the most important archaeological sites in the Americas.
Island Flores
The tiny island with colorful houses, rooftop restaurants, and lake views is perfect for strolling.
Sunrise in Tikal
The sunrise tour to Temple IV offers the magical moment when the pyramid tops emerge from the morning mist.
Yaxhá
The less-visited Maya site by the same name offers ruins without the Tikal tourist crowds.
Hotels in Flores (Guatemala)
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Reise-SIM für Flores (Guatemala)
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Flores (Guatemala)
Recommended travel time
November to April (dry season, fewer mosquitoes)
Summer
Rainy season May-October, 25-35°C, humid, afternoon thunderstorms
Winter
Dry season Nov-April, 22-33°C, pleasant, fewer mosquitoes
How much does a holiday in Flores (Guatemala) cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
20-35€: Hostel on the island, local Comedores, Chicken Bus, Tikal tour from $25
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
50-80€: Boutique hotel, restaurants, private Tikal tour
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
150€+: Jungle lodge near Tikal, private guide, helicopter flight
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
The Tikal sunrise tour starts at 3:30 AM — but the sunrise over the jungle is absolutely worth it!
During the rainy season, there are fewer tourists in Tikal, but the mosquitoes are aggressive — repellent is a must
From the island of Flores, you can see the most beautiful sunsets over the lake
Yaxhá is significantly quieter than Tikal and has its own enchanting charm
Food & drink in Flores (Guatemala)
These specialties you must try!
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